ARIEL
"I will have to attend that party with you," Alan said, his eyes locked on mine, firm.
"That is my one condition, dear." He said with a resolute tone, allowing no space for mitigation. This was most evident from the lines of concern drawn across his face whenever he contemplated the possibility of something untoward happening to me in his absence.
In the heat of the moment, a lot of misconceptions are being said, so I understand that he only wants to keep me safe. I nodded and agreed to his condition. "Okay, I understand," I said with a soft smile. "You can be my personal bodyguard for the night.
"But Alan, how will you enjoy the party when people are dancing and you're sitting in your wheelchair?" I asked him, my face a picture of concern.
"I don't want to feel bad watching yo
