“Come on, Viv. I’m starving! I’ll help you, Juno.”

Reiss helped Juno get out of the pool and to the dining area. The three ladies took their seats while Adrian brought over a carton of beer.

Reiss opened one up and clinked bottles with Vivian. Soon after, Rue brought up a few plates of ravioli and they all sat around the table to enjoy their food.

As the oldest amongst the youngsters, Vivian smiled and said, “Who would’ve thought we’d see each other again here after seven years? I’ve got a few more friends in Swallowston now. Cheers, everyone!”

“Cheers!”

The group clinked glasses and enjoyed the atmosphere, chatting the day away.

Vivian could not help but shed a few tears when she heard about Chuck’s ordeal. It was only then she realized how each and every one of them had their own hardships. Chuck, Reiss, Adrian… They had all gone through extremely painful experiences.

In comparison, Vivian’s life was much calmer, albeit not that great.

After chatting for a long time, they sta