Chapter 71

Klaus

It has really been a week of bliss for me. Spending time with Nora, bonding with her daily for the past seven days, has been the best moment of my life. I was scared the day I wanted to propose to her.

What if she rejected my proposal? What if she made an excuse as to why this wasn't the right time? I had my fears and for very good reason too. Our past was not particularly pleasant, and since then, a lot has happened, like her getting involved with a very good-looking man.

Two days ago, when he came to the house and found Nora and me together, I felt a pang of jealousy. It was obvious he had a better history with Nora than I did, and I feared she might rethink everything if she had a moment with him.

That was why I canceled my business appointment that day. I didn’t want to leave her sight and give her time and space to reconsider both relationships and decide which was a better fit.

When Frank left that day, Nora was so gloomy. She told me she needed space, and I respected t