Elijah's Point of View
I quickly glance at my phone, checking the time before slipping it back into my pocket. Five o'clock. The plan was set. I just got off the phone with Amy, who assured me she would keep Colton entertained for the evening, leaving me free to focus on what really matters.
I take a deep breath, and rub my palms together, as I try to gather myself. A small smile tugging at the corners of my mouth.
Today was the day. After a lot of planning, I am finally ready to ask Kathryn the question that has been dancing in my mind for what felt like an eternity.
The plan is simple, but effective. After dinner, I will take her to the river, and we will take a little stroll. And then… the ring. I fish it out from my pocket, feeling the cool metal against my skin, a hidden treasur
