Chapter 18

[Ten years ago]

Regina adjusted her dress nervously as she stood in front of the mirror, checking her appearance one last time before heading to the Turners’ housewarming party. The anticipation was thick in the air as she took a deep breath and walked out of her bedroom.

Giannis, her best friend and confidant, was waiting for her in the living room. For the past two weeks, he had been teaching Regina how to be the kind of girl Xavier Turner would like since Regina was convinced that they were perfect for each other. Regina had been hesitant at first, but she trusted Giannis.

Giannis, being Xavier’s best friend since kindergarten, knew him best. He had tutored her on Xavier’s likes and dislikes. Taught her how to engage his interest. Regina had been surprised that Giannis had no issues with linking her up with Xavier.

She could have sworn that Giannis had even the tiniest bit of feelings for her. While living with him, she had caught him staring at her on sev