Chapter 78 - A Sweet Proposal and a Sharp Severance
"The university's centennial celebration is next week," I reminded Damien as we strolled through the quiet garden behind his family's estate. The evening air was cool against my skin, a welcome relief after the day's unusual warmth. "They're making a big deal out of it. There's going to be speeches, exhibitions, the whole works."
"Are you planning to go?" Damien asked, his hand brushing against mine as we walked.
I still wasn't used to calling him by his first name, but I liked how it felt—like a small, intimate secret between us. A step closer to whatever we were becoming.
"I should. Professor Lin specifically asked if I'd attend since some of my designs will be in the alumni exhibition." I glanced at him. "Will you be there? I heard they're unveiling a new engineering building that your family funded."
Damien nodded. "I was planning to make an appearance. Perhaps we could go together?"
