Chapter 14

Seraphina was taken aback by Alexander’s unexpected proposal. Despite her surprise, a wave of happiness washed over her.

“Seraphina!” Alexander’s voice pulled her back from her thoughts.

“Yes, Alexander,” she replied, her voice steady but her heart racing.

He gently took her right hand and placed it on the table. “Will you be my girlfriend and, if possible, my wife in the future?”

“Really?” Her eyes widened in astonishment, her left hand covering her mouth. Butterflies fluttered in her stomach, and she felt a mix of nervousness and excitement.

Seraphina felt like she was on top of the world. What she had longed for was now right in front of her. She loved Alexander, just as Ava had always said, but expressing her feelings had always been difficult.

“Please don’t say no,” Alexander pleaded, still holding her hand.

In her mind, Seraphina knew her answer. She had waited for this moment, for the chance to start a new chapter in their lives together. A chapter that would bring them e