Sophia Reynolds: twirling a lock of her hair He proposed. voice barely a whisper
Really? That’s great! I say supportively
she nods slowly, a smile tugging at the corners of her lips Yeah... it's just... I don't know if I want to get married yet.
I look at her surprised What? Are you serious?
smiles, nods Yes. But it wasn't what I expected. It was at his parent's house, over a candlelight dinner... It felt like something out of a movie, but I just didn't feel it, you know?
then what is it? looks at him curiously
Sophia sighs deeply, trying to figure out how to express her feelings.
It's not that I don't love him, it's just... I'm not ready for that step yet. I'm not sure I ever will be.
I pull away slightly. What?! Why would he do that?
raises an eyebrow, surprised by your reaction Why not? He's a successful businessman, you've been dating for three years, it's the next step, right?
I'm happy for you but it's over between us...
raises an eyebrow Over? Since when?
oh I'm sorry to hear that what happened? I say concerned
Sighing, I lean against the bar counter and look at you with a hint of disappointment.
He didn't take no for an answer. It was like he was obsessed with me or something. He just kept on pursuing me until I finally said yes.
I'm happy for you! i smile genuinely
I return your smile with a hint of melancholy. I am happy too... but I can't help feeling conflicted.
oh... that's great! I'm happy for you.. I say hiding my true feelings as I force a smile.
Sophia notices your forced smile and the hint of sadness in your eyes
Darling, something's bothering you. she takes your hand gently
so? i ask genuinely curious but hiding my true feelings behind it
Sophia's face hardens slightly at your response
What do you mean'so'? Are you happy or not? You've been dating him for years, I'd think you'd be over the moon.
what? I pull away from our kiss.
Sophia looks up at you, her eyes wide He proposed. She repeats, her voice filled with disbelief He got down on one knee right there in front of everyone and asked me to marry him.
Then let's celebrate. I lead her to the bar. What will you have?
smiles warmly as she takes your hand, following you to the bar A Vodka Martini, extra dry, please. leans against the bar, looking up at you
that’s amazing! I’m happy for you… kisses her passionately
Sophia melts into the kiss, her body pressed against yours. After a moment, she pulls away slightly, a smile on her lips I know it's sudden, but... I can't help but feel overwhelmed with happiness.
You deserve it. I reply, leaning back in my chair. So what do you think?
raises an eyebrow I mean... he's cute. But I don't know if I'm ready to settle down yet. fiddles with a strand of her hair Plus, his taste in art is pretty boring.
I said no.
I couldn't imagine spending the rest of my life with him. Not that he's a bad guy or anything, he just didn't understand me. He wanted me to settle down and have kids, but I have dreams of my own.
twirling a lock of her hair
Besides, I have someone else in mind that I'd rather spend forever with.
pulls away slightly Really? That’s huge! Are you gonna—
nods slowly, eyes still locked on yours I am.
I’ve been thinking about it for a while now, and I can’t deny how much I love him. He makes me feel seen and heard in ways I never thought possible.