Chapter 43

Alexander and Adam were sitting at the bar, enjoying their drinks. Alexander was still feeling elated from his engagement to Celine, and he wanted to share his happiness with his best friend.

"So," Alexander said, "what's going on with you and Rachel?"

Adam took a sip of his beer and looked at Alexander. "We're good," he said. "We're still seeing each other."

"That's great," Alexander said. "I'm really happy for you."

"Thanks," Adam said. "I'm happy too."

They both took a sip of their drinks and were silent for a moment. Then, Alexander spoke up again.

"So," he said, "what's the deal with you two? I mean, you've been seeing each other for a while now. Are you going to get married someday?"

Adam laughed. "I don't know," he said. "We haven't really talked about it."

"Well, you should," Alexander said. "You know, I've been thinking about it, and I think marriage is the best thing that ever happened to me. I mean, I love Celine so much, and I can't imagine my life without her. And I know