After taking a sip, I asked, “Are you serious? I thought you wanted to focus on your business first.”
“I’m serious. I have grown the company fifteen fold since taking over from my father. I think now is the right time to focus on us,” he said, smiling sweetly.
His words had made my heart soar, and I said yes without a second thought. He promised to plan the perfect proposal, to make it special.
But on the night he was supposed to propose, the truth hit me like a punch to the gut. I was not his priority. It was always Darla, his childhood friend who had always come first.
Back at the Penthouse, my phone buzzed, pulling me from my thoughts. It was Darla’s latest Instagram post, flaunting their ‘business trip’ once again.
The caption read, [Thank you for granting my wish to go to the Alps Snow Festival. This place is perfect for a romantic getaway, couples, grab your tickets now! :kiss: #UnbreakableBond #MyEverything #BusinessAndPleasure.]
Above the caption was a video capturing the lively festival atmosphere. Rheymond was beside Darla, laughing and chatting with foreigners. They looked like the perfect couple.
I was stunned. I had never seen him laugh like that before. I never even knew he could.
Rheymond had always been the epitome of seriousness, his cold charisma captivating everyone around him.
Even when he bantered with his mother, the most he would show was a sharp glare, a raised eyebrow, and perhaps a serious word, accompanied by a faint smile.
But never a hearty laugh like that.
Darla’s followers gushed over their chemistry in the comments, admiring the perfect ‘power couple.’
[@glamour_girl87: OMG, you two are relationship goals! When is the wedding?]
[@travelbug999: Alps Snow Festival looks amazing! You guys look so happy together. #CoupleGoals #FairyTale]
[@darla_daily_fanpage: I knew it! You and Mr. Charles are made for each other! So happy to see you both enjoying life. Don’t keep us waiting too long for the official announcement!]
[@wanderlust_ashley: I was at the festival today and saw you two together! You’re even more gorgeous in person. I hope I can find a love like yours someday. :love:]
[@darling_fanclub: Thank you for sharing your happiness with us, Darla! You’re such a radiant couple. Praying for your everlasting love!]
[@theinsider247: Rumor has it there is a big announcement coming soon! Can’t wait to see what it is! #Excited]