ENGAGEMENT

On the way to the venue, she glanced over at Mariam, who was casually scrolling through her phone, humming a song.

“I really hope you’re right, Mariam,” Leah muttered under her breath.

Mariam looked up. “What was that?”

Leah shook her head, forcing a smile. “Nothing. Let’s just go and have a good time.”

When they arrived at the venue, Leah was immediately struck by how lavish everything looked. The entrance was decorated with shimmering lights, and the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement. It didn’t look like just any party.

“This looks… fancy,” Leah said, looking around. “Are you sure I’m not overdressed?”

Mariam smirked. “Trust me, you’re perfect. Now, let’s head inside.”

As they walked in, Leah felt a sudden rush of nerves. The decoration was in her favorite colour, the elegant setup, simple but beautiful to her taste, the familiar faces she spotted.

“Mariam… are you sure this is just a regular party?”

Mariam grinned, nudging her forward. “Come on, relax. You’re going to have the