Seven Years to Ash
It was also the first time she had ever looked at me with such gentleness.
I suppressed the happiness, nerves, and anticipation rising in my chest, my face flushing as I watched her step closer and closer.
I thought that the moment she handed the flowers to me, I would immediately drop to one knee and propose as a surprise.
Even though we had argued just yesterday because of someone else, what couple never fights?
My fingers trembled slightly as I grazed the ring in my pocket.
"Congratulations on winning the match and taking the championship," Nina said, extending the bouquet.