Choosing Nathan Over Connor

Synopsis

The pulsing lights of KeyArena washed over me in waves of blue and purple as I adjusted the hem of my dress for the tenth time. I'd chosen the soft blue fabric specifically for tonight—Connor once mentioned it brought out my eyes. Seven years together, and tonight felt different. Special. The promise ring on my finger caught the light, and I twisted it nervously, a habit I'd developed since he'd given it to me three years ago. "Stop fidgeting," Connor said, his eyes scanning the crowd rather than looking at me. "You look fine." Fine. Not beautiful or stunning—just fine. I pushed away the small sting and smiled anyway. "I'm just excited. This is their farewell tour, and we have such amazing seats." Connor nodded absently, checking his phone for the third time since we'd sat down. His dark hair was perfectly styled, his jawline sharp in the dramatic lighting. Even distracted, he looked like he belonged on a billboard. I often wondered what someone like him saw in someone like me. "Is everything okay?" I asked, placing my hand on his arm. "Yeah, just work." He slipped the phone back into his pocket and finally looked at me, his smile not quite reaching his eyes. "Ready for a night to remember?" My heart fluttered. Was that a hint? I'd been waiting for this proposal for so long, had imagined a thousand ways it might happen. A concert for my favorite band seemed perfectly romantic. "Absolutely," I whispered, squeezing his hand. The crowd roared as the band took the stage, and I lost myself in the music, singing