“Well ... my boyfriend has already reserved a place. A resort on the beach.”

Lauren's words, tinged with a hint of shyness, drew cheers from Vara and Winnie. They seemed excited to tease Lauren, who seemed increasingly happy.

“Uh! I've been waiting two years to have a super romantic Valentine's Day with him, you know. So, you guys don't know how excited I am when he invited me to go to there the day before Valentine's Day.”

“We know, we know,” Vara nodded repeatedly as she patted Lauren's shoulder. She seemed to show an understanding expression, but it was an expression that made Lauren giggle. It was clear that it...