Unwanted Proposal

Here’s a story exploring that situation: --- The Unwanted Proposal The evening air was thick with the scent of roses and the soft murmur of waves crashing against the shore. Ethan stood nervously on the beach, clutching a small velvet box in his trembling hands. The setting sun painted the sky in hues of gold and crimson, casting a romantic glow over the scene he had meticulously planned.Lila arrived, her footsteps crunching softly on the sand. She looked stunning, her hair catching the light as she approached. She smiled politely when she saw Ethan, though it didn't quite reach her eyes. He noticed but brushed it off, his heart pounding with anticipation.“I wanted to talk to you,” Ethan began, his voice shaky. “I’ve been holding this in for a while now, and I can’t keep it to myself anymore.”Lila tilted her head, her expression cautious. “What is it, Ethan?”Taking a deep breath, Ethan knelt on one knee and opened the box to reveal a delicate diamond ring. “Lila, you’re the most a...