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Confused, I looked inside the restaurant once more. My eyes searched for Ares, and when I saw him standing near the entrance, it all clicked.
“What’s going on. Ares Constantine? Were you just playing a prank on me?” My eyes narrowed at him, and I saw him scratch his head.
Tm sorry. I just didn’t know how to tell you, knowing you don’t like places like this,” he replied softly, leaving me shaken.
But at the same time. I let out a relieved sigh, knowing nothing bad had happened to him. I couldn’t bear the thought of something terrible occurring. Accidents were something I despised.
I sighed tiredly while still looking at him from outside.
“Please, don’t do this again. You have no idea how worried I was-”
“I know, I know. Im sorry, baby. Let’s just talk here. I have something important to tell you,” he interrupted me again, frustrating me. He clearly didn’t enjoy being lectured about his pranks.
In the end. I had no choice but to listen to him and walk into the restaurant.
When I entered the restaurant. I noticed a CLOSED sign at its entrance, which surprised me. Why was it
closed if it was still open?
When Ares came to greet me, I noticed he was dressed casually as well–gray shorts and a white T–shirt.
“Why are you wearing that? And what’s going on?” I asked him, completely astonished.
He gently grabbed my waist and pulled me closer. He kissed me on my forehead and cheek, leaving me even more embarrassed due to how I look.
Ares. Why are you wearing that? Where have you been?” I resisted and slightly distanced myself. worried that my breath might not be pleasant. It was really irritating!
He looked at me intently, and his smile widened even more. I could see the happiness in his eyes as he observed me. I couldn’t quite describe his expression–it just felt so wonderful.
“I knew you’d be embarrassed to walk in here dressed like that, so I didn’t bother dressing up either. Besides, you’re still beautiful no matter what you wear. Stop doubting yourself when you’re with me, hmm?” He said softly and held my hand even tighter.
As we sat down, I still didn’t know what to say to him. I could feel a growing sense of nervousness in my
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heart because something felt off with his behavior. He was being exceptionally sweet, and I didn’t know
why.
When I looked up again, a small black box was in front of me. Ares opened it, revealing a ring with a large diamond in the middle.
I couldn’t hold back my tears and started crying in front of him, quickly covering my whole face.
“Hey…”
“I heard him say, and I felt him move closer to me.
Tears of pure happiness streamed down my face. In these moments, it felt like I was drowning in his love. I couldn’t find the right words, so I just let myself cry.
“Did I upset you, baby? I’m so sorry…” Ares said gently, softly stroking my back. “I’m not rushing you. If you want to say no, just say it. Please stop crying…”
When I managed to speak, my voice quivered, “Y–yes…”
He seemed stunned, his eyes welling up with emotion.
“What?” he asked, his voice breaking.
I bit my lower lip and reached for his face. Unable to hold back any longer, I kissed him passionately.
“I will marry you. I’m ready, Ares. I am so ready to be your wife,” I declared after that heartfelt kiss.
After that intense dinner, he drove me back home. I’d been longing to spend more time with him, but I knew he was exhausted from the trip. So, I let him rest when we arrived.
Once I got home, I heard a commotion from the kitchen. I rushed there to find my older brother Matthew and Mom in a heated argument.
“What’s happening?” I asked, causing them both to halt.
Matthew turned to me and came closer. I was taken aback when he roughly grabbed my arm, making me
flinch.
“Didn’t I tell you to give the money I asked for to Mom? Why didn’t you do it?” He demanded.
“It hurts, Brother,” I told him. But instead of releasing his grip, he tightened it, and I could feel his nails digging into my skin.
“I really needed the money! Why didn’t you give it to her earlier?” he yelled persistently.
“I–I just forgot. I was away for a bit…” I stammered, trying to loosen his grip, but his hold was too strong for me to break free.
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I tried to seek Mama’s help through my eyes, but she seemed indifferent to what she witnessed, causing me even more emotional pain. What more could I expect?
“And where were you? Putting your own desires before family? You’re utterly useless!” Matthew yelled at me, releasing his grip on my arm violently before storming off.
I bit my lower lip, the pain in my arm searing. Yet, the greater pain was in my heart due to Mom’s words.
“Has Ares already proposed to you? It’s fortunate you can marry a wealthy man, so we can gain something from you,” she said coldly before I left.
I felt my heart shattering during those moments. I weakly made my way to my room. Once inside, I finally crumpled to the floor, tears streaming down silently.
I don’t understand why they treated me this way. Despite the repeated pain, I couldn’t protest, feeling as though they were punishing me for the accident that occurred a few years ago.
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