Still worried, Riley cast me a look. When he saw how insistent I was for him to leave, he eventually relented.Before he left, he said, “You have to stay safe. If anything happens, call me.”I promised in the form of a nod.Throughout the exchange, Carl watched by the side in silence. Once Riley left, he walked over to me.At that moment, I noticed him holding a delicate box. As he opened it, I saw what was inside.It was a pair of beautiful, matching sapphire rings. I had mentioned that I loved them offhandedly in the past.Carl knelt down on one knee and proposed to me earnestly, “Natalie, I’m sorry. Will you marry me?“Let’s start over, okay? I really do like you!“Haven’t you always wanted your own family? If we get married, you can fulfill your dream.”However, I just found the situation ridiculous. “No need. Whenever I see you, all I feel is disgust. Carl, if you’re really concerned about my well-being, just leave me alone.”He wanted to say something else, but he fell
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