C34 - Somewhere, somehow.

“Ally, did you know that this woman is already engaged? She didn’t even give us a heads-up! If Mr. Montenegro hadn’t asked, she wouldn’t have bothered inviting us to her wedding!”

“Michael!” Kattie scolded, her eyes wide at their male friend.

Allison laughed. Even though they were just on a video call, Kattie’s blush was clearly visible.

“Is it true, Kattie?” Allison asked, genuinely excited.

Kattie had always been known more for her love of books than for having a boyfriend. Who would have thought that just a few years after graduation, she’d already be engaged?

“Well, it’s not exactly like that,” Kattie explained. “The situation is different. I’d be deported if I don’t marry my friend here.”

“Hmm, illegal stay?” Allison guessed.

Their friend was currently in America.

“Not entirely—”

“So, when’s the wedding?” Allison changed the subject. She didn’t want to embarrass her friend. “We need to watch it, okay? Even if it’s just online like this.”

“Of course, Ally! Michael and I have alrea