Chapter 142 The Accident Occurs (1) A Proposal on the Scene
When Cecilia got back to the hall, it was still buzzing with activity.
She glanced around and spotted Alaric chatting with Cassius nearby. He turned his back to her the moment he felt her gaze.
Cecilia was speechless.
Was Alaric really being this childish?
Was this some kind of kids' quarrel? How could he still be acting like this?
Cecilia felt a surge of anger.
Deciding to ignore Alaric, she headed straight for her father.
Suddenly, the hall went dark, and everyone was a bit startled.
A spotlight lit up the banquet hall.
A man in a suit stood under the light, becoming the center of attention.
Seeing this, Cecilia suddenly remembered that Sebastian was going to propose to Seraphina tonight.
It had been so long that she had completely forgotten.
Besides, in her previous life, she hadn't attended such banquets and had only seen it on the news later, so it was easy to forget.
"Seraphina." Sebastian stood under the light, holding a microphone and a bouquet, and called her name.
Seraphina, in the darkness, looked at him with her heart skipping a beat.
Everyone was watching Sebastian, a usually low-key guy who rarely showed himself.
They hadn't expected him to do something so high-profile tonight.
"We've been in love for six years. I was always hesitant to propose, afraid I couldn't give you the happiness you deserve, afraid I couldn't take good care of you, afraid you'd feel wronged because of me, afraid you'd regret it, afraid of so many things... I'm sorry, Seraphina, I can't pretend anymore. I can't pretend I don't love you that much. I can't pretend I don't see your sadness. I can't pretend I don't want to marry you right away..." As he spoke, tears seemed to well up in Sebastian's eyes.
Everyone knew about Sebastian's background, so they were deeply moved by his sincere confession.
Except for Cecilia.
She just stared blankly at Sebastian's perfect performance, just like Dominic.
Turned out, douchebags all had the same tricks!
"Seraphina, will you marry me?" Sebastian's gentle voice suddenly and straightforwardly asked the woman in the darkness.
Seraphina was already in tears.
She had never thought that Sebastian would propose to her, let alone in such a high-profile way.
She had always thought that even if they got married, it would be a low-key affair. She never expected Sebastian to give her such a big surprise.
She didn't hesitate for a moment. She ran over, high heels clicking, and threw herself into Sebastian's arms.
Sebastian lifted Seraphina up, holding her tightly and spinning her around.
After a while, Sebastian reluctantly put Seraphina down.
After putting her down, they looked into each other's eyes.
Sebastian said, "Seraphina, I have nothing right now, but I swear, I will do my best to give you the greatest happiness."
"I believe you," Seraphina replied firmly, tears streaming down her face.
Sebastian smiled.
He knelt on one knee, placed the flowers and microphone on the ground, and took out a delicate box from his suit pocket.
When the box opened, a dazzling diamond ring appeared before everyone.
The diamond ring wasn't large, but it was very unique.
Sebastian solemnly asked Seraphina again, "Seraphina, will you marry me?"
"Yes, I will." Seraphina didn't hesitate for a second.
Sebastian's uncontrollable smile spread across his face. He took Seraphina's hand and slipped the ring onto her finger.
It fit perfectly.
The room erupted in applause, full of blessings.
Sebastian stood up from the ground.
He gently cupped Seraphina's cheeks and kissed her on the lips.
Their kiss was deep and passionate.
It was clear they loved each other deeply, making it all the more moving.
Dashiell watched, thinking, and then smiling. Even though his smile grew more and more bitter.
He had thought he had done well. When he left the city, he had told himself to forget Seraphina completely before coming back.
Four years had passed.
He thought he had forgotten, so when his mother threatened to kill herself, he chose to return.
Upon returning, he constantly reminded himself to face Seraphina with the most peaceful mindset and not to have any unrealistic thoughts.
But clearly, he had overestimated himself.
Whether it was the seduction by Seraphina that night or the confrontation with their profound love now, the pain in his heart made it evident that he still hadn't learned to let go.
So, he turned and left.
He couldn't stand in the corner and bless them; he could only choose to leave her sight.
He was somewhat embarrassed.
No one seemed to notice Dashiell's departure at that moment.
After all, everyone's attention was on the couple in front of them, except for Cecilia.
Cecilia couldn't bear to watch, but she couldn't step forward to stop it either.
So she simply looked away. Not looking at Seraphina and Sebastian, she saw Dashiell leaving quietly.
Cecilia pursed her lips but ultimately said nothing. She vaguely saw that after Dashiell left, two more people followed.
When the lights came back on, she confirmed it was Alaric and Cassius.
She was still a bit surprised. How did Dashiell, Alaric, and Cassius know each other?
After the proposal ceremony ended, the banquet was almost over.
Theodore, being older, couldn't stay up late, so he left shortly after.
Cecilia figured Seraphina would be immersed in her happiness with Sebastian tonight, so she didn't disturb her and left the banquet hall as well.
At the entrance, Augustus was waiting for her.
Cecilia thought Alaric had already called Augustus away.
After all, they had argued tonight.
If Alaric were even a little bit childish, he might have done that.
She didn't dare to set high expectations for him.
She got into the back seat, and Augustus drove her back.
The night view of Serenovia City was truly dazzling.
Cecilia stared out the window, lost in thought.
She was actually wondering whether Alaric had gone back or was with Dashiell.
She had a feeling it was the latter.
"Mrs. Whitaker," Augustus suddenly spoke, his tone unusually serious.
Cecilia was startled by the sudden voice.
She didn't know why, but every time she thought of Alaric, she felt guilty.
"What's wrong?" Cecilia tried to act normal.
"We're being followed," Augustus said.
Cecilia's calm expression immediately changed. Her heart tightened with anxiety.
She felt that anything that could make Augustus react must be serious.
So, who wanted to kill her?
She didn't need to think hard to know—it was Dominic!
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