Chapter 17: Wanting the Ring Returned After work, Maria had to set aside her unfinished tasks to hurry to her appointment. Before going, she consulted with Annie, who agreed that Maria should speak decisively and clearly talk about breaking off the engagement once and for all. As for the ring, she could return it once she found it. Today, Maria should dress her best to announce the breakup and make Aaron feel a pang of regret. She knew that appearances mattered, and if this was the last time he saw her, she wanted him to remember what he had lost. Still worried about her friend, Annie accompanied Maria, wearing dark sunglasses to disguise herself and hiding behind in a distant corner. She even adjusted her stance, trying to blend into the shadows, though her nervous fidgeting made her a

