Chapter 9 Vincent was quite popular at school back then . Thanks to his good looks and family background , so many people knew about him . Now , it was just a casual topic , something people would laugh about when brought up . A junior boy asked me . Imela , now that youre back , do you still think about getting back together with him ? I instinctively exchanged a glance with Oliver . The students at this school still didnt know that Oliver and I were already together . I laughed softly . Would you pick up trash off the street ? The junior was taken aback , and then everyone in the room burst into laughter . After all , no one likes to pick up trash . I hadnt expected to run into Vincent so soon . It must have been that he found out about our return to the country . That morning , after catching up with my mentor at the school , I was heading back to the hotel to rest . But just as I reached the school gate , Vincent stopped me . Imela , long time no see . His voice was choked , and his eyes were red , looking like a pitiful , abandoned dog . I looked him over carefully . He had lost more weight . His chin was rough with stubble , and his hair was messy , as if he no longer cared about his appearance . I smiled at him , It has been quite a while . Two years had passed , and all the love and hatred had disappeared . After all , when theres no love , theres no room for hate . $ 15 : 00 Tale Sleep Schedule . Whispers with Chapter 9 He had become just a familiar stranger to me , someone I could exchange a few pleasantries with . Seeing the distance I put between us , Vincent became even more agitated . He stepped forward , but I took a step back . He froze , standing still and started explaining Imela , back then , you left without a word to study abroad . Did you ever think about me ? I snorted . Why would I think about you ? Wondering if you and your ex girlfriend were getting back together ? Hearing the sarcasm in my voice , his face turned pale , and he started to panic . But as I walked to the gate , I decided to expose everything . Really ? Nothing at all ? All those nights you said you were going to bed early , and you didnt reply to my messages . Was that because you had a good sleep schedule , or was it just an excuse to spend time with your ex girlfriend on the phone ? I laid everything out in the open , and no further explanation would change anything . His face went even whiter , as if he hadnt expected me to know about it . He opened his mouth to explain but seemed unsure of where to start . Vincent , I really did love you once . I truly wanted a future with you . But I dont have much pride , except when it comes to betrayal . While we were in a relationship , you lied to me , spending every night with Stacy on the phone . You might think thats nothing , but would you dare ask around ? Dont you care at all ? If you dont care , then stop bothering me . Cant we part on good terms ? Who says I dont care ? Imela , Ive always loved you . I still want to marry you . He said hurriedly , then seemed to remember something and started digging into his pocket . Right , marriage … Two years ago , I planned to propose to you on your birthday . I even had the ring ready . holding it out to me . He pulled out the ring carefully , holding it out Look , this is the ring I was going to propose to you with . I glanced at it briefly . The design was exactly the one I had loved two years ago . But that was a long time ago , and what I liked then didnt mean I still liked it now . Seeing that I hadnt moved , he came closer , holding the ring out to me like a treasure . But I felt a wave of disgust . False Sleep Schedule Whise Without a second thought , I swiped the ring from his hand . It rolled across the ground a few times before falling into the sewer . It was gone for good . I stared at the drain and suddenly laughed . See ? This is where it truly belongs . With that , I didnt look at his face , which had gone ashen . Instead , I turned and walked away . The day after settling my mentor , Oliver and I flew to Harvard . On the plane , Oliver was unusually quiet . I gently shook his hand and asked , Whats wrong ? Are you worried about the mentor ? Oliver looked at me , his eyes filled with a hint of concern . No , Imela , Im just wondering … do you still have feelings for Vincent ? I was taken aback , confused , and asked , Why would you think that ? He bit his lip , looking as if he was about to cry . I saw it yesterday . That guy came to you , and you didnt reject him . You even spoke to him , and you accepted his ring . What a huge misunderstanding ! I quickly cupped his face in my hands and looked into his eyes , eager to clear things up . No ! The reason I could speak to him calmly is because Ive truly moved on ! And I didnt accept his ring ! I knocked it away ! This is so unfair ! Really ? I nodded vigorously , raising my hand to swear to God . But as soon as I finished , Oliver slipped a ring onto my finger . I stared at it , dumbfounded . It was a pull tab ring ! I was left speechless . Oliver laughed and pulled me into his arms . Sweetheart , how could I have misunderstood you ? Im just frustrated that I wasnt the first to propose he beat me to it . My mind was slowly processing . So , youre .. I felt Oliver kiss the top of my head . Imela , Its not exactly formal , but Im propus to you . Will you marry me ? Our conversation caught the attention of everyone else on the plane . Hearing Olivers proposal , the entire cabin erupted in cheers . Marry him ! Marry him ! In that moment , my mind raced with thoughts , like Olivers incredibly wealthy background , and whether I could get along with his parents and siblings . But in the midst of all that excitement , I was swept away by the moment . The second I nodded , the captains voice echoed over the intercom . Lets all congratulate this new couple at 35,000 feet in the air ! I thought that after accepting his proposal , it would be a long time before we actually got married . At the very least , I figured wed meet his family first . But as soon as we got off the plane , Oliver immediately took me to another flight . Wait ! Where are we going ? To get married ! Oliver pulled me swiftly through the airport . I stared at him in disbelief . Are you out of your mind ? Are you serious ? This is moving way too fast ! My shocked exclamation caused people around us to turn and glare , and I quickly covered my mouth Oliver chuckled , almost unfazed by my outburst . 15:05 Tabe Sleep Schedule Whispers with th This Yes , I am . Honestly , I surprised it took you this long to realize Fm crazy and that Ive fallen in love with you . From the moment I met you . Ive been this way . Ive been patient for so long ever since you started seeing that guy : Vincent . But I dont want to wait anymore . 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