Lena paused for a moment after her meal arrived. She picked up her knife and fork, tasting her steak with graceful movements. Vaguely, she listened to the conversation between Neil and Irene. There was nothing romantic in their exchange as an engaged couple, so much so that Lena lost focus on Axel’s story about his experience working at his father’s company. The pair only discussed business and stocks.

“So, tell me. Does Miss Selena already have a boyfriend? I wouldn’t want to ...