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Chapter 44: The Decision

Author: Ricardus
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Miranda stared at Nathan in shock, her heart racing. She had always thought of Nathan as her best friend, but she had never imagined that he would ask her to marry him. She looked down at the ring in the box, a beautiful diamond surrounded by smaller diamonds set in white gold. It was the most beautiful thing she had ever seen.

"Nathan, I...I don't know what to say," Miranda stammered, feeling overwhelmed.

Nathan's face fell. "You don't have to say anything right now, Miranda. I just wanted you to know how I feel. Take all the time you need to think about it."

Miranda nodded, still unable to find her voice. Nathan stood up and took her hand, leading her back down the cliff path to their car. The drive back to the city was silent, both lost in their own thoughts.

When they arrived back at Miranda's apartment, Nathan walked her to the door. "I'll call you tomorrow," he said, giving her a small smile.

Miranda nodded and watched him walk away, her mind racing. She knew that Nathan was the
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