"Look, I know you might hate me for this, but I really had no choice. It's better you hear it from me than find out from someone else," Samantha muttered, her tone low as she led Serena into the hotel. The private dinner was supposed to be a celebration of their engagement and Skylar's achievement in securing a new patent, but Sam's words hinted at something more.
Serena frowned at her friend's cryptic remark, her curiosity piqued. Before she could press for details, her attention shifted. She noticed Aiden abruptly stiffen beside her, his posture rigid and his jaw tightening.
Following his gaze, Serena saw Ella and another woman approaching from the opposite direction. Her brow furrowed as she observed the tension ripple through Aiden.
