Page 21 of Her Fake Island Wedding

“Hey, Nina.”

“Hi, Bryce! Eating here instead of the staff dining room?” She gave him a puzzled look. Though they received a discount, staff had to pay to eat in the resort’s public restaurants, whereas the staff dining room was always free.

“Lucy’s mother arrived today,” Bryce said.

“Ahh.” Nina’s tone made it clear she knew all about their wedding deception. She gave Lucy a slightly disparaging look up and down, though her tone was friendly enough. “I’ll give you one of the booths and bring her over when she arrives.”

“Thanks, hon.”

“Anything to drink?” Nina checked as she seated them.

“Not for me, I’m heading out for the night dive in an hour,” Bryce said.

“Justine will probably want wine, so I’ll share a bottle with her, but I’ll wait and let her choose it,” Lucy said.

“Well, wave me down if you change your mind, or if there’s anything else you want.” Nina’s smile at Bryce was boldly inviting, and Lucy found herself clenching her fists under the table. The other girl was perfectly entitled to flirt, she tried to tell herself. After all, as far as Nina knew, Bryce was just helping her out while her mother was visiting. He was single, and therefore fair game.

Lucy still wanted to scratch her eyes out.

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