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.

Ralph could only observe as she remained silent because he had no idea what

by proposing to her this way? If she beats

she were to say no or rough him up, he would

I can’t get up now and say I’m simply

ring in one hand and the bouquet in

sweat raced

he was almost about to give up, she

at what he

the question. How is it that she still doesn’t get it? Did I miss something or fail to make myself

ask me again.” She took a deep breath, turned toward him, and

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