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"So what's your answer, Caraline?" Diego asked after a moment of silence. He was still on his knees. "To be honest, I can no longer contain my feelings for you. Your image has refused to leave since the first time we met. You have captured my heart and mind."

Caraline covered her mouth with one hand, staring at Diego and the ring box in disbelief. To be honest, if the one kneeling in front of her was Deric, she would have wasted no time in accepting it even if she had to act angry and snappy first.

"You know, this is an unexpected event for me." Caraline let out a long breath, tucking a lock of hair behind her ear. She knew that Diego was openly showing interest in her. It was just that she didn't have any feelings for him even though he was perfect.

Caraline leaned her back against the back of the chair, thinking deeper to find answers. Her heart and mind were already occupied by Deric and there was no room for another man. All Caraline had to think about now was how to answer Diego'