Chapter 14

Meanwhile, Anais organized a grand party to celebrate Wesley's proposal, determined to showcase her happiness to everyone. In the private room, Wesley downed glass after glass of liquor, missing Anais' attempts at conversation several times. Anais pouted in slight dissatisfaction. "Wes, why are you so distracted? Are you unhappy?" Wesley immediately set down his drink and forced a smile. "Annie, don't be silly. How could I be unhappy? From the moment we started dating, I've wanted to marry you. And now, that day is finally coming!" He emphasized those last words heavily. Even he couldn't tell whether he was trying to convince Anais or himself. News of his proposal to Anais had spread throughout the city. Yet there was still no word from Mabel. It was as if she had vanished from the world, completely indifferent to anything concerning him. Wesley's expression darkened gradually, his breath growing uneven. The congratulatory cheers around them for him and Anais grated on his ears.