ped, clutching her che

across his face. "Scared you, didn't I?" he

y gave me a heart attack!" she exclaimed, her voice a mix of irritation and re

th a chuckle, raising his hands in mock s

she tried to hold back a smile. "You put a distress

grin widening. "There's more to it. I wanted to take care of something importa

still unconvinced. "Wh

the entrance of the Blue Nile, a luxury jewelry store. As they ste

ry displayed in pristine cases. The sight was almo

but he just smiled a

hirt and khaki trousers approached them. "

special," Tom said, glancing

y. As Katy admired the glittering pieces, her excitement grew. She tried on

out a stunning piece with intricate detailing, and wh

she whispered, her

eplied softly, his voic

s, savoring the moment together. By the time they left the store, the su

as they walked back

Katy admitte

n?" Tom suggested

t up. "You kno

ity. The evening air was warm, and the soft glow of string li

A waiter quickly appeared with menus, bowing slightly as he handed them over. Kat

so good," she sa

'll just have to come

se, while Tom opted for minestrone soup and sparkling wine. As

across the table to take her hand. H

her cheeks warming u

I couldn't imagine doing this with anyone

You don't have to thank me, Tom. I c

xcitement grew at the sight of the beautifully plated dishes. The waiter poure

s. "To us," he said

oed, clinking her

part," Tom added,

ng only each other," Katy

~

everyone seemed to be caught up in the excitement. For Katy, the day started as usual-with a qui

ce, a familiar voice ca

d now her wedding cake designer. Julia's bright smi

prise!" Katy excla

today?" Julia teased; her Bri

What brings you here so

ng's fine. I'm actually here to pick up some skincare products for

, sensing there was mo

ught it was the perfect excuse to t

etely forgot about that! Thank you for remindin

ey sat down to brainstorm ideas for the party. Julia's energy was contagio

Julia said, her eyes sparkling.

guest lists until Julia suddenly

asked, her la

ion softened. "

uard. Her smile faltered, and