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A vast expanse of pink blossoms unfurled, like a soft, rosy cloud blanketing the ground. A gigantic screen nearby played a montage of memories, while balloons and streamers danced merrily in the wind.
In the midst of this idyllic scene, a young man was making his way through the flowers, his arms cradling a magnificent bouquet of red roses. The girl, standing gracefully in the heart of the floral haven, awaited his approach with bated breath.
As the man reached her and presented the roses, he took a deep breath and picked up the microphone.
With the support of their friends and family cheering him on, found the courage to pour out his heart.
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“Baby, I know this might seem sudden, and I might not be the smoothest talker. But I can’t let this moment pass. I love you more than anything, and I want to spend the rest of my life with you, having those simple, wonderful days we’ve always dreamed of. Will you marry me?”
The crowd erupted into a chorus of “Say yes! Say yes!”
Blushing furiously, the girl nodded shyly. “Yes, I do,” she whispered, her voice barely audible over the excitement.
The man slipped a ring onto her finger, and they embraced tightly, sharing a tender kiss that seemed to seal their future together.
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The warmth and love in the air were almost palpable, and it was too much for her to bear. Her eyes welled up with tears as she thought about her own five–year marriage.
It had been a one–sided affair. She had always been the one giving, the one trying to create moments of magic, while Ethan had never once surprised her or added a touch of romance to their relationship.
It felt as if they were living parallel lives, with no real connection.
Noticing her distress, Alexander leaned over and murmured, “Don’t cry. Your future’s gonna be so much brighter than this. You deserve the best.”
Emily wiped away her tears and turned to leave. But as she did, her eyes locked with Ethan’s across the crowd.
Amid the bustling crowd, Ethan’s eyes zeroed in on Emily.
Neither of them uttered a word. Emily’s face was streaked with tears, and her eyes were full of grievances.
As for Ethan, his eyes were as calm as still water. When looking at Emily, it was as if she were a complete stranger to him.
Alexander quickly sensed Emily’s stillness and followed her
gaze.
In an instant, he stepped in front of her, shielding her from Ethan’s sight.
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Ethan saw it all and let out a sneering laugh. His mockery cut deep into Emily’s heart.
She didn’t push Alexander away. Instead, she continued to look at Ethan, seeing the contempt in his eyes.
It was like a knife stabbing at her soul.
After the proposal, the crowd started to disperse.
Andrew, who had been observing from a distance, walked over to Ethan. When he saw Emily and Alexander, the atmosphere immediately turned frosty.
Andrew opened his mouth to say something, but then thought better of it and closed it again.
Once the crowd had dispersed a bit more, Andrew finally shifted his gaze from Alexander’s hand resting on Emily’s waist.
He cranked up the volume and fired a question at Ethan. “So, Ethan, what’s the deal? When’re you gonna pop the question to Nancy?”
Ethan was no dummy; he understood Andrew’s game and had been watching the whole scene unfold.
Before Ethan could get a word in, Andrew continued, prying, “Heard you’ve been scoping out venues. True?”
Ethan simply nodded in response, saying, “Yeah.”
Even though his voice was soft and his tone matter–of–fact,
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and Alexander, standing not too far off, caught every word.
That single “Yeah” from Ethan caught Andrew off guard.
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His curiosity piqued, he probed further, “Got the plan all set? When’s the big day?”
Andrew owned up to the fact that his initial query was a bit of a flex aimed at Emily.
But these follow–up questions were just good–ol‘ fashioned gossip.
Ethan shook his head. “Still working it out,” he said.
That told Andrew Ethan was truly set on proposing. So, ever the helpful one, he offered, “Need a hand with the planning? I’m good at this stuff.”
Ethan gave him a little smile and declined, “Nah, I’ll manage on my own.”
Hearing that, Andrew felt a pang, but he plastered on an over–the–top, surprised look.
“Ethan, you’re so nice to Nancy. Never seen you like this with anyone else,” he gushed.
Ethan just kept quiet, letting the silence hang.
Emily and Alexander, eavesdropping on the conversation, were
right in the loop.
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have zero shame,” he muttered.
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Andrew, with his fiery temper, whipped around at the comment. “Alexander, who the hell are you dissing?” he demanded.
Alexander wasn’t one to be intimidated. He smirked. “The one acting all nuts, obviously.”
Seething, Andrew rolled up his sleeves and marched right up to Alexander, looking ready to start a fight.
Alexander stood his ground, stepping forward to face Andrew eye–to–eye.
Looking Andrew in the eye, Alexander sneered, “You’re just a lackey.”
Andrew’s eyes narrowed dangerously. He whispered menacingly, “You’re asking for it.”
With that, he balled up his fist, ready to strike.
Alexander started stretching his arms and neck, getting ready for a scrap.
Just as things were about to turn ugly, Emily rushed in. She grabbed Alexander’s arm gently. “Alexander, don’t sink to his level. If a dog bites us, do we bite back?”
Alexander paused and looked at Emily.
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Alexander didn’t want Emily to be pushed around, but he knew that getting into a brawl with Andrew and Ethan wouldn’t end well for anyone.
Andrew was all revved up to throw a punch, but Emily’s interruption ticked him off.
“You’re still as cheap as ever!” Andrew spat at Emily.
Alexander’s eyes darkened at the insult. Just as he was about to let loose, Emily stepped in front of him. She stared Andrew down and said in a low voice, “And you? You’re no saint. I treated you like a friend, remembered your favorite foods and drinks. Is this how you repay me?”
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