** Harper **
"Oof, what did I say, did I totally jinx it? Seems like we just missed out on the biggest engagement party of the year going on in there!" A gloating laugh came right on time behind Harper's back. "Look at everyone toasting to the new couple. I think you're all set for joining the club of 'Eli's exes' now, darling."
Harper had a moment of impulse to turn around and empty her glass of wine onto Julie's face. So this woman must've already known the news before she showed up on the terrace … and that was the real jealousy she was trying to work on tonight!
"Maybe you should give him a good slap before that happens, by the way," Julie continued her monologue. "At least you'll get to go out in style."
