My body tensed upon hearing the last word she said. I knew that this day would come and I was sure I prepared myself for it, but a part of me did not want to hear what Jennifer had to say about that woman.
As I stood frozen in place, Kelly rushed to Jennifer’s side and held her shoulders.
“Who is it? What does she look like? Is she pretty? Is she rich?” she asked as if she was in a rush.
Before Jennifer could answer any of her questions, her gaze locked with mine. It seemed like she wanted to ask for my permission first before speaking a single word. That wordless stare was even enough for Kelly to understand the situation so when I shook my head, she did not press Jennifer any longer.
“Let’s celebrate and let that guy enjoy his date,” I said with a smile.
Raising my glass of freshly
