Lisbonne.Conversations lasting until midnight.
Shared meals in small neighborhood restaurants.
Laughter over simple things.
For the first time in years, Lina felt completely comfortable being herself.
The Proposal
Six months later, Kareem invited her to dinner overlooking the Tagus River.
After dessert arrived, he reached into his pocket.
Lina expected perhaps a small gift.
Instead, he placed a velvet box on the table.
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“I’ve traveled the world,” he said softly.
“I’ve attended meetings with presidents, investors, and royalty.”
“But the best conversation I’ve
