Yesterday, I added Calista to my contacts. She seemed to enjoy spending time with Stella and me, and today she messaged me, inviting us to go shopping together.

When I received the message, Stella looked at me.

“It’s fine, go ahead,” she said.

We met Calista on the street opposite the bar. Seeing her alone was a relief.

“Anna, Stella, you’re here!” Calista greeted us with a smile.

Stella asked, “Um, isn’t Kiaan with you?”

Calista looked a bit embarrassed and replied, “Even though we’re about to get married, he’s not the type to need to be glued to me every second. He has his own things to handle, too!”...