The Meet-Cute...#2

The scene was alive with energy. Children laughed, adults chatted, and the shimmering water reflected the bright sails of racing boats. Bianca tried her best to blend in, but a familiar tension filled the air when Beatrice's gaze fell on her. Bianca swallowed her apprehension, focusing instead on the children's cheerful chatter.

"Of course. Didn't you know?" Beatrice smiled.

Bianca takes a deep breath, reminding herself of all the press surrounding their group. Fortunately, the kids haven't seemed to pick up on the tension.

"It's nice to see you, Jason!" Lily said, her voice soft yet lively. She looks grateful in a pale pink linen dress with delicate white embroidery around the hem. Her golden hair falls in perfect ringlets, held back by a matching pink headband with a tiny bow. White lace-trimmed ankle socks peek out above her polished Mary Jane shoes, and a dainty pearl bracelet - no doubt a gift from her mother - circles her small wrist.