Chapter 114

It did not take long for Matthew to bring Amanda over to the private room where everyone was having dinner. The group quickly made space for her and asked the waiter to bring another menu. "Amanda, you're back and did not even tell us. We all had time to pick you up, you know. Why would you go straight to Zachary's place?" Mickey pulled her into the seat between himself and Matthew. Zachary glanced at her once before withdrawing his gaze, his tone cool. "There aren't any spare rooms at my place. You'll stay with Matthew or Mickey this year." "Zach," Amanda called softly. "I've always stayed at your place every year. I'm already used to it. Don't trouble the others." The look in her eyes was odd. It was to the point that every adult at the table could see it, though no one said anything aloud. Besides, now that Zachary was legally married, it was only proper for him to keep a distance. He did not respond to her. Instead, he quietly took a drink and sent Jessica a message. "Are y