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Carla

I crossed my arms over my chest, so it didn't look like I was playing any kind of game with him at the moment, and I assured him that everything I said was the truth. I was heartbroken.The beta gave me a look as though he were confused, and then he said, "I am not looking down at you. I was just wondering the reason why you wouldn't be happy about this, because it has piqued my curiosity."

I heaved a sigh and said, "Because all I've ever done is dream about going to college, finishing my degree, landing a good job, and finding someone to spend the rest of my life with." I said this as I shook my head. " For the entirety of my life, all I've done is dream about being loved and finding the person who will spend the rest of his life with me. I never imagined myself living in a castle and wearing diamonds; rather, I pictured myself sharing a modest house or even just a one-bedroom apartment with the person I care about the most."

In any event, I gave a dismissive shake of the head