After thinking it over, Tiana decided to drop the idea.

Just then, the food began to arrive.

"Let's dig in! The food here is really good. Maria and I used to come here all the time," Tiana said cheerfully.

With that, the conversation shifted, and everyone started eating.

At one point, Maria excused herself to use the restroom. As she stepped out, she bumped into Herman at the doorway. He was on the phone, his voice calm and measured, speaking with patience clearly talking to a woman on the other end.

To be fair, Herman was an impressive man. He was kind, successful, and undeniably handsome anyone could easily be drawn to him. But someone else had already claimed Maria's heart.

With a faint smile, Maria approached just as Herman ended the call.

"I didn't expect you to get married so quickly," he said, breaking the silence.

Maria replied, "That's just how I am. When I decide on something, I go for it. I follow my heart."

"That's a good way to live," Herman remarked. "You seem happy and free. I'm honestly a little envious of that."

Maria smiled. "You could live that way too. You're the only one holding yourself back."

"Do you love him?" Maria paused for a second, thinking it

she didn't love Sidney, why would she

entirely sure just how

was, she didn't even know

with Sidney made her feel

now,

within them. There was even a hint of affection and warmth in his own

"Alright," Maria agreed.

the private dining room, and as soon as

Tiana's gaze darted around

Sidney remained calm, his

down and asked,

Sidney nodded.

have any other plans tonight? If not,

quickly, "Why are you in such a

smiled. "Things are different now

Tiana was at

"Well, take care on your

Maria nodded. "Thanks."

Sidney got up to leave when

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