KAYLEE Three hours, that’s how long I had to pretend I was fine and act like the professional sales assistant I was paid to be. It had been three torturous hours of listening to Angela, Axel’s fiancée, harsh criticism over every single ring on the tray and even a few not in the collection before she settled on an exquisite 18k Rose gold masterpiece. The ring’s centerpiece was a stunning square-cut solitaire diamond, surrounded by a halo of forty expertly cut diamonds. The intricate design continued around the band of the ring, creating a breathtaking display of luxury that came with a hefty price tag of over two thousand dollars. Axel hadn’t twitched an eyebrow at the price, but then again, the man had hardly said a word the entire time his soon-to-be wife made a selection. That had

