As they settled around the dining table, the tension in the room was palpable. Lisa was doing her best to keep her composure, but she couldn't help feeling a mix of disappointment and unease as she watched Derek and Helen together. The room, which had been filled with laughter and warmth just moments ago, now felt strained.
As the conversation at the table continued, Lisa found it increasingly difficult to hide her emotions. She was struggling to come to terms with the sight of Derek with another woman, especially considering her own feelings for him.
Derek, on the other hand, seemed oblivious to Lisa's distress, focusing on the dinner and trying to make polite conversation with Helen. It was clear that he was attempting to move on and establish a connection with his new girlfriend.She
