The Wrong Proposal, The Right Marriage

Synopsis

Ryan pulled out the ring when his childhood sweetheart clutched her chest. "Ryan, my bra strap came undone—it'll pop open. Can you help me fasten it?" Ryan pocketed the ring and turned to her. I offered, "Ms. Lane, would you like me to help?" She shook her head. "Oh no, we're not close enough for that. I'd be too embarrassed." Ryan jumped in. "It's fine. I've done this before. I'll handle it." When I stayed silent, he added, "Sophie gets anxious around strangers—she panics if anyone else touches her. She could even hyperventilate or pass out. Don't make things worse, okay?" I chuckled. "So, only you're allowed to touch her, right?"