to herself, her thoughts swirling as she considered a future with him. If she played her cards right, perhaps marrying Ethan could provide her with the stability she craved—the kind of life she'd always imagined but had struggled to find.
As she sat on the couch, flipping through a magazine filled with wedding inspiration, her excitement grew. “Maybe I should drop hints about marriage,” she thought, daydreaming about a picturesque wedding, a beautiful dress, and a summer day filled with laughter. She was well aware of the benefits of being with someone wealthy; it could open doors for her own success as well.
With newfound determination, Isabella grabbed her phone and texted Jason: Hey, can you bring Ethan over later? I want to chat about some plans I have in mind!
The evening unfolded
