The Proposal

Flash Fiction, by C.J. Heck

The Proposal
by C.J. Heck
Flash Fiction

For the first time in her life, Shelby felt like someone special and it was all because of Josh. To her, he was the epitome of masculinity, success, and good breeding. Shelby knew he would be a fantastic husband.

Last night, Josh had proposed to Shelby with a stunning ring. The proposal had come from his heart and she knew he meant every word.

They agreed to meet today at The Plaza, Room 412, where they first met. Then they would walk to City Hall together for a civil ceremony.

Josh was the first john Shelby had ever trusted. In the short time they had been seeing each other, she had also grown to love Josh dearly.

Now, she watched the The Plaza’s entrance from across the street. She hoped for one last look at the handsome man who made her life mean something.

Josh entered Room 412, looking for Shelby, but found the ring instead. In time, she knew he would come to understand why she wasn’t there ...

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