The final time Ralph came to the table, he brought a gorgeous bouquet of fiery red roses.

“Heather!” Hannah was taken aback when Ralph got down on one knee while holding the bouquet.

A violin player came over to play some music while other patrons looked over at them.

“Heather, although we’re engaged, I feel I owe you a proper marriage proposal. If you say yes, I’ll ensure you live happily ever after. Will you marry me?” He opened a small brocade box, revealing a ring with a sizable, dazzling diamond.

Stupefied by his seemingly echoing voice, Hannah murmured, “Happily ever after…”

She was enticed by the promise, despite knowing it was unrealistic. She wanted to live happily ever after but knew she was not qualified to enjoy such happiness with anyone.

because he had no idea what she was thinking. He could

if he had offended her. ‘Could I have upset her by proposing to her this way? If

to say no or rough him up, he

done. I can’t get up now and say I’m

bouquet in another,

raced down from

give up, she asked, “Are

down at what he was holding.

popped the question. How is it that she still doesn’t get it?

deep breath, turned toward him, and

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