Chapter 53: Zoe's birthday party (2)

Author's note: This is from Zoe's point of view

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Ash and Luca arrived after lunch.

"Is it me, or is your brother's handsomeness increasing exponentially?", Chiara asked, and Violet hummed in approval of her words.

I felt a mix of pride and annoyance.

Why did they talk about Luca like he is a piece of meat?

He is nice and caring and observant and a good listener and overall the best person I know, and I'm not saying that only because he is my brother.

Everyone who takes time to get to know Luca can confirm that he is a darling.

Luca is the best, except for this last week when he ditched me.

I was frustrated that Ash and Luca were in London instead of being here where I needed them.

I didn't need them to help with preparations for the party, that was all done by Mona and the staff, but their presence would help me deal with anxiousness because my wolf is not present.