My heart is racing a mile a minute, and my eyes are wide in shock. I couldn't move or utter a single word as my mind was buzzing with countless possibilities as to why Richie would propose to me. I'm freaking out and feeling completely out of control. Something doesn't feel right about this situation. It's like a trap, and I can't shake the feeling that Richie is up to something. This feels like a Mafia scheme because Richie has no clue who I really am. He can't just walk up and propose out of the blue like this. It just doesn't make any sense.
My eyes are still locked on Richie's, and he flashes me a smile as he slides the ring onto my finger without waiting for an answer. "You make me feel complete," he says, kissing my hand before standing up. The crowd erupts into applause, whispers,
