Ashley’s POV“Oh, hi, Jeff. I didn't see you there,” I lied calmly.Jeff's smile widened. “No, you definitely did see me,” he replied.I felt my face flush, hating that he could still read me so easily. Embarrassment kept me from saying anything else in response to his accusation, so he continued speaking.“I only came to say hello to you.” The woman beside him, who was still studying me with unabashed curiosity, spoke before I could respond.“Hi, Ashley,” she said, by way of greeting.I blinked, momentarily thrown off balance. Her voice was warm and friendly, which surprised me.She didn't sound possessive or territorial, and she acted as if we were already acquaintances. Just from her carriage and the way she was smiling at me, I could tell that she was a nice person.“Hello … uh …” I began and then trailed off because I didn't know her name.“I'm Eliza, Jeff's older sister. Jeff, you have such bad manners. Aren't you supposed to introduce us to each other?”"Ah, I'm sorry. Eliza,
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