Before Vivian could even gauge Adrian's reaction, a sudden screech of tires echoed through the phone, sharp and grating.
Vivian frowned, worried that something had happened to Grace. "What's wrong?"
Grace, startled by Vivian's words, had pulled over. She took a moment to collect herself, her voice trembling as she asked, "Vivian, you're not joking, are you?"
Vivian couldn't explain the situation to Grace, nor could she hint at it. She had no choice but to play along. "Do I sound like I'm joking?"
On the other side of the phone, Grace's lips twitched. A thousand words crowded her mind, but she didn't know where to begin. Finally, she choked out, "Vivian, you and Peter are not suitable."
Vivian fell silent.
Seeing Vivian's lack of response, Grace assumed her friend had truly fallen f
