"Hi, I'm Micah." She extended a hand toward Angelina with effortless grace.

"How about a hug?" Angelina asked, her warm, bright smile breaking through the formal tension.

"Ah, my bad." Micah offered a soft, genuine smile as the two women stepped into a brief hug. "Nice to meet you," she added as they disengaged.

"You too. I'm Angelina Bianchi." Lina introduced herself, her hazel eyes scanning Micah's red silk dress with open admiration.

"You look stunning," Micah complimented smoothly, her green eyes flashing with a sharp, perceptive glint. "I'm sure Adam has good taste."

Angelina flushed slightly, a small, bashful laugh escaping her. "I certainly hope so."

"Shall we be...