Rumors about her and William were already circulating, and now, on her first day, people spotted her with Matthew. Everyone pretended to focus on their food while whispering among themselves.

Matthew plopped into the chair across from Sophia, downing half a glass of water in one go, his forehead glistening with sweat.

Sophia handed him a tissue, "Need this?"

Matthew raised an eyebrow, leaning forward playfully, ignoring the onlookers. "Wipe it for ...