ncing at Hannah, Dotson noticed how much more cheerful she seemed herepared to elsewhere.


    “Okay, time for intros,” Hannah dered.


    She introduced Dotson, “This is my buddy from abroad, Dotson.


    ”This is the property of N?-velDrama.Org.


    Surprised by Hannah’s sudden mention, Dotson was momentarily at a loss for words.


    Everyone’s gaze warmed toward him.


    Hannah smiled, gesturing to two guys.


    “These are my cousins, Jalen and Edwin.


    And this is my bestie, Lydia, and her partner.


    ”


    She continued introducing, “You know her, she’s Mr.


    Mitchell’s sister.


    ”


    Dotson was still enjoying the warmth of being referred to as a friend by Hannah, patiently awaiting the end of the introductions.


    Feeling the room’s warmth, he even shed a goofy grin, a side of him rarely seen.


    “I’m Dotson.


    ” He finally spoke up.


    “Hannah’s my hero! If you need a hand, I’m your guy!”


    Lydia chuckled at Dotson’s antics.


    “This guy’s a riot! So loyal to you, Hannah.


    Shouldn’t you keep him around?”


    Before Hannah could reply, Brayden nudged Lydia.


    “What are you talking about? Bryson’s right here!”


    Bryson, unfazed by the banter, sat quietly eating, without a hint of a smile.


    Lydia teased Brayden, “No joke, Hannah’s brought home a fancy fiance this time.


    ”


    “What?!”


    “Huh?”


    The news left Jalen and Brayden baffled, just like Lydia when she first saw Hannah and Maloney at the airport.


    Jalen, as blunt as ever, turned to Hannah.


    “So, you and Mr.


    Mitchell are done?”


    Hannah was about to reply, then SNAP!


    Bryson dropped his fork, expression nk.


    “I’m done eating, take your time.


    ”


    He stood up, heading for the door.


    “Bryson?” Grace followed him.


    Hannah’s mood darkened.