She’d spent the day brimming with excitement—today was their anniversary dinner, and she just knew he’d finally propose. They arrived at the candlelit restaurant, hearts full and anticipation high. But when the server asked, he shrugged and blurted something about ‘manifests’ and not wanting to rush things. She smiled awkwardly, confused.
The evening turned surreal when he teased her for ‘ruining the vibe’—the magic evaporated in an instant. No gentle slide of a ring box. Instead, the “moment” fizzled into embarrassment. She sat stunned, wounded by his casual indifference. By the end of the night, the romantic hopes she’d built up were all dashed. The spark she’d longed for felt replaced by a hollow punchline. What should have been unforgettable turned painfully ordinary.
