Chapter 83: Mixed Feelings.

Rick's POV: As Rick ate his burger, he couldn't help but think about what the future might hold. He had been planning to propose to Lizzie for weeks now, but he wasn't sure how to go about it. Should he do something elaborate and romantic, or should he keep it simple and straightforward? He wanted the moment to be special. But he didn't want to overdo it and make it seem forced. After all, he just wanted to express how much he loved Lizzie and how he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. Rick's thoughts were interrupted by Lizzie's voice. "Hey, are you okay?" she asked. "You seemed a million miles away just now." Rick smiled sheepishly. "Sorry, I was just thinking about... stuff," he said, not wanting to give away his plans just yet. "I'm fine; don't worry." Lizzie studied him for a moment, but then seemed to accept his answer. "Okay, if you say so," she said, taking another bite of her burger. The two of them continued to eat, enjoying each other's company. A