Maria started going out with Alonso more often, and their bond grew stronger, making Alonso her closest friend instead of Max. Throughout this time, Max felt extremely jealous but couldn't say or do anything because Maria barely made time for him.
One day, Maria was getting ready to go out with Alonso as usual, but today she looked absolutely stunning.
Julie:
– Where are you going, beautiful? And what's with this outfit? You look amazing, as always.
Maria:
– I'm going out with Alonso. He invited me to a party.
Julia:
– Wow, wow, wow!
Maria laughed shyly until Alonso called to tell her he was waiting outside.
Max, who had been secretly standing outside the girls' house every day to watch Maria from afar, saw her again with Alonso. His jealousy and anger exploded, especially seeing her dressed so beautifully. He slammed his hand hard on the steering wheel, injuring himself.
Alonso:
– After you, my lady.
Maria got into the car.
While driving to the party, Maria said:
– You look so elegant! I'm used to your casual outfits.
Alonso:
– And you, as always, look stunning.
Maria blushed and stayed silent.
An hour later...
Driver:
– We have arrived, sir.
Alonso got out and opened the door for Maria.
When they entered the party, all eyes were on them.
Moments later, Alonso asked Maria for a dance. She accepted, but feeling shy from all the attention, Alonso suggested they step outside to dance somewhere quieter.
They found a calm spot under romantic music and danced together for the rest of the party.
After a while, while they were in a close embrace, Alonso pulled back slightly and said:
– Maria.
Maria:
– Hmm?
He knelt down, pulled out a diamond-studded ring and said:
– Will you be my girlfriend? This ring symbolizes my promise to keep you happy, loyal, loved, and cherished. (Promise Ring)
Tears welled up in her eyes.
Maria:
– Yes, yes!
He placed the ring on her finger, kissed her hand, hugged her tightly, and spun her around joyfully.
As he leaned down to kiss her, Maria's phone rang.
Maria:
– It's Julia.
Alonso:
– She ruined the perfect moment!
Maria laughed and answered the call:
– What is it, Julia?
Julia:
– Nothing, I just miss you. When are you coming back?
Maria:
– Soon.
Julia:
– Okay, we'll be waiting!
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The next day at university:
Maria couldn't stop smiling all day.
Julie and Julia kept teasing her about why she was glowing with happiness.
Normally, Maria smiled a lot, but today she was clearly smiling shyly.
Alonso came and sat with them at the same table.
Soon after, Leo and Matthew joined too.
Julie asked them all to sit and wait for Max to arrive.
Moments later, Max arrived.
For the first time, Maria herself asked Max to sit with them.
He refused at first, but after her insistence, he agreed.
Maria:
– Since we're all here, I have something to announce — especially for you, Julie and Julia, so you'll stop questioning me!
Alonso:
– Should I tell them?
Maria:
– No! Don't interrupt me. Stay quiet.
Alonso:
– As you wish.
Maria grabbed Alonso's hand nervously and said:
– No, I can't say it, you tell them!
Alonso (facepalming):
– sigh Fine.
– Maria and I got together yesterday, and the ring on her finger is from me.
Everyone celebrated and congratulated them, though Leo and Matthew were clearly shocked — and Max even more so.
He felt a painful lump in his throat.
Max:
– I'm leaving.
Maria:
– Where to?
Max:
– To class.
Leo:
– But class doesn't start for another hour!
Max:
– Leave me alone, please.
And he walked away.
Maria:
– What's wrong with him?
Leo:
– I don't know. Maybe you should go talk to him?
Maria followed him.
Maria:
– Wait, my friend!
Max (thinking): Why did she come after me?
Maria:
– Wait!
Max:
– What do you want, Maria?
Maria:
– I want to talk to you.
Max:
– About what?
Maria:
– I miss you! Don't you miss me? Turn around, I miss seeing your eyes.
Max:
– Maria, stop.
Maria:
– Why? What did I do? Can't I admire your eyes a little?
Max (harshly):
– Maria!
Maria (laughing):
– Okay, okay, I'll stop.
Max:
– So... tell me about you. How are you?
Maria (happily):
– I'm doing great!
Max:
– I can see that.
Maria:
– When will you fall in love? You know, love is a beautiful thing!
Max:
– It's still too early for love... and I haven't met my dream girl yet.
Maria:
– Hmm, what about going out today?
Max:
– What would Alonso say?
Maria:
– He won't mind.
Max:
– Are you sure?
Maria:
– Yes, don't worry.
To be continued...
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