Chapter 524

Samantha hadn't fully processed the surprise when a deep male voice resonated in the dimly lit room. Xander kneeled on one knee, holding a ring in one hand. His gaze was filled with sincerity as he spoke to Samantha. "Samantha, we've been together for quite some time now. But I've always felt like there was something missing from your hand. So, I had a ring made for you with the opal stone you love. I hope you have a wonderful birthday and that everything goes smoothly in your upcoming competition." Initially, Xander and Mina had planned for him to propose to Samantha on her birthday. But as he kneeled down, another thought crept into his mind. Would this sudden proposal make Samantha uncomfortable? Would she feel pressured to say yes, even if she wasn't ready for another marriage? So, Xander decided to scrap the proposal and present the ring as a simple birthday gift instead. Holding the birthday cake, Mina was taken aback by the change of plans. She glanced at Xander in confusi