Ruined Career, The Gala's Fake Proposal

The day I was invited to the University's Centennial Gala, I ran into my first love, Zane Gables.

After delivering his speech as a distinguished alumnus, he pulled out a diamond ring in front of everyone.

"Laina, you once said you wanted to make me a wedding ring based on your Thorns and Roses design. Now, it's my turn to propose.

"Marry me."

The auditorium erupted in cheers instantly.

Everyone was waiting for me to nod in tears and say yes.

After all, the way I had chased him back in the