Mandy's POV
The lounge had grown livelier as more people arrived.
Soft music flowed in the background, glasses clinked lightly, and laughter gradually replaced the tension that had weighed on me all weekend.
I couldn't help wondering who it was that Bianca had invited.
Bianca stood beside me, swirling her drink casually.
"You look like you're finally breathing again," she teased.
"I was breathing just fine before," I replied.
"Humm….Barely," she laughed.
Before I got the chance to ask her who it was that was coming, Bianca straightened and glanced toward the entrance.
"Ah. She's here."
She… I sighed.
I followed her gaze.
A young woman stepped inside.
She looked gentle and sweet at first glance, her long dark hair falling softly over her shoulders, c
