CHAPTER FIFTY SIX – STICK TO THE PLAN

For the next hour, Miguel and Karina hashed out the details of their fake engagement. Each decision was a battle. "The ring should be modest," Karina insisted. "I'm not comfortable with anything too flashy." Miguel shook his head. "It needs to be impressive. People expect a certain level of extravagance from me." "Fine," Karina conceded. "But not too big. I still need to be able to type." As they argued over the proposal speech, tension filled the air. "Keep it simple," Karina advised. "Just a few heartfelt words." Miguel scoffed. "Simple? This needs to be memorable. I'm thinking of hiring a string quartet." "Absolutely not," Karina protested. "No music. No grand gestures. Just... make it believable." Their eyes locked, a silent challenge passing between them. Finally, Miguel nodded. "Alright. Believable it is." As the meeting wrapped up, Karina stood to leave. "I suppose I should go shopping for a gala-appropriate dress." "No need," Miguel said. "I've already arranged for a