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Chapter 78
Chapter 78 Public Proposal 45 Pearis
The media frenzy erupted around them, capturing the unexpected encounter in a barrage of blinding flashes and shouted questions.
"Adam?" Mia managed to whisper, her eyes widening in disbelief. "What is going on?"
Mia attempted to rise, and Adam promptly steadied her, but he kept her close, unwilling to let go.
"Mia, babe," Adam began, his voice a blend of excitement and genuine affection. I've wanted to do this for so long, but..." He sighed heavily, a fleeting grin breaking through. "Forget it. Now, I can't wait and have to say this, he whispered huskily, his striking blue eyes brimming with love and adoration. It was then that Mia noticed the bouquet of exotic lilies in Adam's hands.
"Adam, I don't understand why you're here, she shook her head in confusion, her tone cautious. "I hope you're not about to do something that will get us both in trouble," she warned, her nervous gaze locked on his
"Don't worry, love. I'll never put you in trouble. But I can't hold back any longer, Adam reassured, bringing her hands to his lips and kissing the back of her hands softly.
Mia's lips parted and she furrowed in surprise when Adam took a step back and suddenly knelt before her. Gasping. Mia instinctively covered her mouth in shock. Her terrified gaze darted around, realizing the crowd was watching, and the media captured every moment live. Unbeknownst to her, Adam had orchestrated this moment for the world to witness.
Adam had been uneasy since discovering Alessandro at Mia's house. When he talked to the kids, he learned of their marriage contract. He felt frustrated knowing he had always been pursuing Mia, yet Alessandro had managed to win her over. Despite this, he couldn't blame the children for their innocent deal with the cunning billionaire.
When he met Alessandro for the first time, Adam was also startled by the uncanny resemblance between Alessandro and Maximo. They looked so similar that anyone could mistake them for being related. Now, with Alessandro about to marry Mia, Adam's insecurities drove him to publicly declare his love and assert his claim over Mia, ensuring everyone knew she belonged to him.Belongs to (N)ôvel/Drama.Org.
He extended his hand, holding out a bouquet of flowers before her, his voice brimming with sincerity. "Mia Peterson, I love you."
The crowd erupted into a chorus of both joy and envy
Women stared at Mia with jealous eyes, wondering what magic a seemingly ordinary woman possessed to capture the heart of the hot superstar Adam Whitmore so deeply that he declared his love for her before the countless cameras broadcasting their moment to the world.
Clutching the bouquet with both hands, Adam continued, his words filled with heartfelt honesty, "I've been in love with you since the moment I first saw you. It was love at first sight, and your beautiful eyes stole my heart that very day. Now, I can't wait to make you mine. He gently placed the bouquet in Mia's trembling hands, realizing she was frozen with nervousness.
Instinctively. Mia accepted the bouquet, stunned by Adam's confession. Though he had professed his love to her many times before, she had always hesitated to accept his proposal. Now, with Adam declaring his Tove in front of the entire world, she felt a mix of shock and annoyance. She had always been a private person by nature and disliked the spotlight.
Chapter 78 Public Proposal
Adam expended his hand, and his assistant stepped forward, presenting him with a red velvet square box. Mia was so numb with uncertainty that she couldn't react.
With a deliberate motion, Adam opened the box before her, revealing a stunning ring adorned with a large, sparkling rock on its top. The crowd erupted into murmurs of awe, gasping at the ring's beauty. Cameras clicked incessantly, capturing every angle of this historic proposal. Adam carefully lifted the ring out of the box and held it before Mia.
"Mia Peterson, please marry me and make me the happiest man alive," Adam pleaded, his voice tinged with desperation and overflowing love as he waited for Mia's response.
"Adam, you know that... Mia began, helplessness in her eyes, but Adam's hopeful expression cut her off.
"Please, Mia, everyone is watching." Adam pleaded in a hushed tone, his eyes locking with hers in a fervent plea.
Sighing heavily, feeling as though she had no other choice, Mia extended her hand. The crowd erupted into applause and cheers as Adam took Mia's hand and slipped the ring onto her finger. Rising to his feet, he pulled her close into his arms, embracing her tightly. Cupping her beautiful face in his large hands. gently, he kissed her cheek near her mouth, giving the paparazzi and crowd the illusion of a real kiss. Adam knew Mia disliked public displays of affection, and intimacy was not her thing.
Mia felt nothing but helplessness at Adam's ostentatious gesture. She didn't want to embarrass him, so she accepted the ring for the sake of the show. Deep down, however, she knew she couldn't agree in her heart and resolved to talk to him in private later. Adam's assistant and various well-wishers began approaching them one by one, offering congratulations. Emily also appeared among the crowd and then Mia realized her friend was also involved in Adam's plan. Mia shot Emily a glare in annoyance but Emily only shrugged helplessly in response.
"I am sorry, Mia, but I couldn't refuse when Adam asked for help," Emily explained apologetically.
Mia sighed deeply, restraining herself from losing her temper and shouting at her well-meaning bur misguided friend for their thoughtless actions. She maintained her composure, patiently waiting until she could find Adam and Emily alone.
The entire proposal had been broadcast live across the world, captivating audiences everywhere and becoming viral news. Among the viewers was a prominent figure, who watched the spectacle on television. His expression darkened as he tightened his grip on the glass in his hand until it shattered, the glass crystals piercing his palm. Without a second thought, he hurled the blood-dripping glass shards at the television screen, the violent crash of glass punctuating his rage as the television exploded into a shower of sparks and shattered glass,
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