Everyone around the table gasped, their eyes wide with envy. “We haven’t even touched our plates yet, and it already feels like we’re drowning in jealousy!”

Vivian chimed in, teasingly, “When are you going to bring your boyfriend around for us to meet? A guy like that is a rare find.”

Lilian chuckled, her cheeks flushing a bit. “Okay. I’ll definitely introduce him when I get the chance.”

As Lilian chatted, her eyes frequently drifted over to Cynthia. When ...