With those words, Zain Marshall left the table. Only an amused Leila and a composed Luca remained. The two of them looked at each other with measuring eyes before Leila decided to break the silence.
"That was an interesting tactic," Leila commented with twinkling eyes.
Luca smiled back in that sagely way, looking at Leila. "I do not know what you mean."
"Oh, come on. Do not be coy. I know you are also interested in Phoebe." Leila waved her hand, relaxing in her seat. "What I do not understand is why you would encourage a rival to break up with his girlfriend."
"From a practical point of view, he is a more suitable option. He is slightly older than her, they are old classmates and friends, and she seems to care quite a bit about him. With Phoebe's strong personality, his weak personality might also be an advantage."
