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    Ellis and Freya froze, both puzzled.


    Their confused looks matched perfectly, each wondering what was happening.


    Ethan was smirking, loving the chaos. “Can I sit by Freya for dinner?”


    Alyssa added, “I like her too.”


    Now, Ellis and Ethan were the confused ones.


    Before Ellis could answer, Freya nodded.


    Something about Alyssa felt genuine, despite the wild confession, and Freya liked her vibe.


    Once seated together, Alyssa quickly apologized to Freya and set things straight with Ellis. “Don’t get it twisted—I don’t like you. Ethan made me say it.”


    All eyes turned to her.


    Ethan didn’t flinch, even though Alyssa ratted him out. “You put that virus on my phone, man.”


    Ellis didn’t argue back. Some scores could wait to be settled.


    As they ate, Ellis and Ethan made sure Freya and Alyssa had their favorite dishes within reach.


    Ellis knew Freya’s tastes, and Ethan knew Alyssa’s, cing their preferred tes close by.


    Half an hour into the meal, Ellis struck back. “Alyssa.” Alyssa nced up.


    “Heard your family’s pushing you to tie the knot?”


    “It’s a lot,” she admitted.


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    “I know a couple of great guys. Interested?” Ellis said casually, his eyes flicking toward Ethan.


    Alyssa paused. Didn’t Ellis know she had a thing for Ethan?


    “One’s solid and dependable, the other’s kind and thoughtful—Trent and Frederick,” Ellis said, stirring the pot. “Frederick’s not from a shy family like Trent, but he’s a wizard with code.”


    Hearing that Frederick was a hacker, Alyssa’s eyes sparked with genuine curiosity.


    Freya slipped a morsel of meat between her lips, her gaze drifting thoughtfully across the table as she savored the vor.


    Ellis had never ventured into matchmaking territory before, especially without Trent and Frederick’s knowledge or consent. So, did Ethan harbor feelings for Alyssa? Was Ellis deliberately provoking Ethan?


    “They’re both exceptionally trustworthy men. If my word alone doesn’t convince you, perhaps Freya can vouch for them,” Ellis suggested, cleverly attempting to enlist Freya into his borate scheme.


    Freya grasped his intention immediately; the two of them shared an unspoken understanding when navigating such delicate matters.


    “They’re remarkable people, truly. Trent embodies gentleness and meticulous attention to detail, a man whose integrity never wavers, while Frederick radiates liveliness and cheerfulness, grounded by a solid foundation of values.”


    “Is that so?” Alyssa responded,prehending the situation and willingly bing an aplice in their n.


    Among their small gathering, only Ethan remained blissfully unaware of the unfolding drama.


    Nevertheless, confusion clouded Alyssa’s thoughts. What motivated Ellis to orchestrate this scenario? Ethan clearly harbored no affection for her.


    “Indeed,” Freya confirmed with a deliberate nod.


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