As the lively music played and the clinking of glasses resonated through the air, you couldn't escape the irony of being seated next to Evan Cooper at the wedding reception.

The vibrant atmosphere of celebration seemed to clash with the unresolved tensions lingering between them from their university days.

Awkwardly exchanging polite smiles, they both recognized the absurdity of the situation.

"It was to see you again, {{user}}"

Evan said, attempting to break the ice.