Chapter 4

It had been years since our last high school reunion, and today was particularly lively.

The last one to arrive was Noah. He's a pretty well-known fashion influencer online now.

"Wow, Noah actually made time to come to our reunion today!"

Most of the classmates around the table stood up to greet him, but Seraphina remained quietly seated.

After greeting everyone, Noah walked straight to the seat next to Seraphina, grinning. "Seraphina, how about we swap seats?"

Seraphina smiled and moved for him.

Everyone laughed and cheered, clearly used to his antics. It was no secret that Noah had a major crush on Seraphina.

Seraphina simply nodded in greeting.

Noah asked, "Seraphina, are you planning to develop your career back home?"

Seraphina chuckled softly. "Yes, I'm taking over some family business. I'll need all my old classmates to look out for me now."

Everyone quickly said she was too modest, as everyone else in the room combined probably wouldn't match a fraction of her net worth.

Just then, the waiter started serving the dishes. Noah immediately downed a glass of red wine, then asked with a smile, "Seraphina, I heard you're still single. Do I stand a chance?"

The blunt question immediately livened up the whole room!

I was curious too. I looked up and met her gaze as she shifted her eyes.

Seraphina also took a sip of wine. "Sorry, but I already have someone I like."

This news was even more surprising.

Noah didn't seem too disheartened. Instead, his smile grew even brighter. "As long as you're not married, I still have a chance."

I somewhat envied Noah's courage to express himself, remembering how I used to frantically pursue Chloe.

I lowered my head and took a sip of red wine.

It was smooth, not at all harsh. Definitely good wine.

After a few rounds of drinks, everyone loosened up. A bunch of old friends I was close with came over to toast me.

My face felt flushed. "No, I can't. I've had enough."

I refused politely, but it probably just sounded like I was being shy.

I had countless times felt awkward about this.

Noah waved it off. "Oh come on, don't be a stranger, just drink up!"

Liam looked annoyed and stood up to defend me, but Seraphina was even quicker.

She picked up her glass and smiled. "Alex has had quite a bit to drink already. Maybe everyone should take it easy."

"Whoa—"

Lots of classmates gasped in surprise!

I was completely flustered too.

Liam gave me a knowing smirk and tugged my arm. "Come with me to the restroom."