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“He’s herfiancénow.”
“Wow, really?” He paused. “Hope he’s working on one hell of a prenup.”
I stifled a groan.
“I want you back.” He got down on one knee. “I’ll do anything to make things right, and then I’ll make them even better.”
A couple of passersby stopped behind him and smiled.
He whistled, and a violin trio appeared, playing a love song under matching blue umbrellas. Unfortunately, their beautiful notes attracted more strangers to stop and stare at Jalen and me.
“Jalen, get up,” I spoke through gritted teeth. “Get the hell up and tell them to stop the music.”
“I believe in our love,” he said instead. “Back then, we had something special.”
“We’re about to have a restraining order.”
“I love you, Tatiana Brave, and I’m willing to wait however long it takes to have sex with you.”
The passersby exchanged confused looks and “What did he say?” whispers while Jalen pulled a ring box from his pocket.
I blinked a few times in hopes that this wasn’t happening. That maybe—just maybe, this was all a dream since I couldn’t feel any raindrops landing on my skin.
Jalen rubbed the edge of the box over my finger, and my flesh crawled, confirming that this was reality after all.
Wow.
The box hung open, revealing a ring that resembled a cheap prize at a county fair.
Is that plastic?
“I figured you’d want to pick out your own after you say yes.” He slid the ring over my finger. “We can go to a jewelry store after this. You can pick out anything, up to five hundred dollars.”
“I’m not saying ‘yes’ to you, Jalen.” I freed my hand amidst gasps from the small crowd. “I meant that I never wanted to see you again, and I have somewhere to be. Have a nice life.”
“I forgave you for working on your failed business and coaching practices all the time!” He scoffed as I stepped around him. “The least you can do is forgive me for being impatient!”
“Tatiana?” He called after me. “Tatiana?”
I picked up my pace, ignoring his pleas with every step.
When I made it to Broadway, I ordered an Uber and sent Penelope a text.
Me
Sorry I’m running so late for your big opening day. Pleaseeee don’t hate me! I’m on my way!
Penelope
It’s okay. I told you a different starting time because I knew you’d be late *smile emoji* Don’t rush. Can’t wait to share a glass of Rainy Day Wine! (Non-alcoholic for me, of course)
Letting out a breath, I leaned against the window.
I still couldn’t believe that our deep-seated animosity from the past had unraveled, giving way to us becoming temporary roommates, then the best of friends.
We were so close now that I found myself telling her everything.
Well,almosteverything.
