Just as I was about to explode in anger, Adam suddenly took my hand and asked me in a gentle whisper, "Are you okay?"

I came back to my senses and nodded with a smile, "Yes, I'm fine."

Adam nodded and then said to Carter, "Carter, I appreciate your kindness on Nicola's behalf. But the diamond ring is something that is more appropriate to be given by me, the fiance."

After saying that, he took my hand and walked into the hall.

After Adam and I left, Carter didn't catch up with me, and I heard Vanessa daintily say, "Carter, this ring is a very special style, I like it...