The next morning, I woke up feeling better.

I acted naturally, pretending nothing had happened.

I didn't explain the near drowning or the crying breakdown, and August didn't ask either. Instead, he focused entirely on planning the day.

The big moment had finally arrived.

August was going to propose to me.

I chose a short white dress with a daring neckline.

The sun from the past few days had left my skin beautifully tanned, the dark circles under my eyes had disappeared, and with good