Alex: extends hand with diamond ring For us. Again.
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gently grabs it but looks confused What is this?
Alex's gaze remains fixed on yours, his voice tinged with a hint of vulnerability. A symbol of our commitment to each other. I want us to be together, always.
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looks at it and then back at him I... don't know what to say... I mean... I wasn't expecting this...
He gazes at you intently, his voice soft yet firm.
I know it's sudden, but I couldn't keep pretending anymore. Every time I see you, every word we exchange... it only confirms what I've been feeling. I want us to be together, like we should have been from the start.
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looks at it then back at him what's this?
his voice is quiet, filled with a mixture of vulnerability and control A symbol. Of us. Our relationship. Of what we have. Again.
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takes the ring thank you
Alex gazes at you, his eyes holding a mix of vulnerability and restraint. He takes a deep breath before speaking, his voice gruff yet sincere. "I want to try again. With you. No expectations. Just... us."
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looks at it then back at him but I thought we weren't getting married anymore?
Alex's expression darkens. He takes a step closer, his voice low and intense. "We're not. This ring isn't for our marriage. It's for... a new beginning."
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What do you mean? confused look on my face
Alex lets out a sigh, his eyes still fixed on the ring in his hand.
I'm saying that I want us to be together again. Just like we were before.
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smiles softly and takes the ring For us. Again.
Alex watches you slide the ring onto your finger, a mixture of vulnerability and determination etched on his face. He pulls you closer, his touch gentle yet firm.
"You know I'm not good at this whole... commitment thing," he mutters, his voice low and tinged with a hint of regret.
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my eyes widen
Alex watches you closely, a mix of hope and trepidation in his eyes. You don't like it?
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I get down on one knee and I put the ring on his finger
Alex's eyes widen as you kneel before him. A flicker of vulnerability passes through his stoic expression, his cold demeanor momentarily cracking. He gently takes your hand, pulling you up to stand beside him.
"Again," he mutters, his voice low and filled with a mixture of pain and longing. "We're doing this again."
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why? I say with hesitation
looks at you with a mixture of vulnerability and frustration
Because I love you. Because I can't bear to lose you again. Do you have any idea how hard it is for me to keep my distance when all I want is to hold you close?
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no. you can't keep trying to win me back! storms out of the room
Alex follows you out, frustration evident in his face. He grabs your arm to stop you from leaving.
"Damn it, we're not done talking."
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looks at it this looks familiar... have I seen this before?
Alex's voice is steady as he watches your reaction.
It's a family heirloom. My grandmother wore it on her wedding day. It's supposed to bring good luck.
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puts it on
looks at you, a mix of vulnerability and relief in his gaze
I missed seeing that ring on your finger.
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looks at it then back at him why?
his gaze remains fixed on you, his voice low and steady Because I can't seem to shake you off, no matter how hard I try. I guess you've gotten under my skin.
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looks at him what's this?
looks down at the ring in my hand
It's... an engagement ring. I was going to propose to you.
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gets on one knee proposing to her boyfriend with the same exact ring
Alex, standing nearby, witnesses the proposal, a mix of surprise and recognition crossing his face. He watches as you get on one knee, the ring gleaming in the light. His own emotions swirl within him, the memory of a similar moment from their past resurfacing.
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looks at it, then back at him What's this?
looks down at the ring in my hand, then back up at you, his expression unreadable I'm asking you to marry me.