Chloe looked at Adrianna intently, trying to find an answer to the question that had momentarily frozen her.

"Marriage is not an easy matter that I can decide quickly," Chloe replied softly.

Adrianna quickly swallowed. "Quickly? You've been close for over a year, Chloe. Do you think a year is a short time? Put yourself in Darren's position, and he's been patient, Sa. Remember, he must have mentioned marriage or wedding at least once."

Adrianna's words reminded Chloe of what Darren had said two days ago about their marriage. She had remained silent and seemed unwilling to discuss the sacred topic. Chloe looked at her friend with a melancholy gaze,...