Chapter 143: Princess and her chef

Ziana darted between groups, weaving through her family and friends like a mouse evading a menacing cat. She aimed to stay clear of him, safeguarding her heart from his almost slipping down to the floor at his unpredictable surprises. However, the buzz about him persisted, heightening her tension to its peak.

"Is it true you guys were childhood sweethearts? I still can't believe you never talked about him in college," one curious soul probed.

"Why would she talk about him in front of Jackson and his friends? She might have been afraid of losing two catches at one time," another chimed in.

"But, Zayden is a lot better than Jackson in my opinion. I think Karina regrets stealing him away now that Ziana got a better guy."

"And look at you guys," Andrew, having wrapped up with his clients, joined the group with a sneer. "Talking about men like they are some mannequins."