Chapter 142

Seeing the shock on everyone's faces, Leslie's chest swelled with pride. He gazed at Phoebe with a deep, affectionate look and said softly, "Phoebe, I picked out this pink Z4 just for you. I hope you'll like it." But to everyone's surprise, Phoebe remained calm. She shook her head gently. "Leslie, this is too much. I can't accept it." A stunned silence fell over the room. It was a BMW, and she was turning it down? Jack, however, immediately realized something. Phoebe and Leslie weren't actually together. If they were really a couple, there was no way she would reject a gift like this. And from the way Leslie's expression faltered, it was clear he hadn't expected this response either. His carefully planned moment had just gone off script. But he wasn't ready to back down. Reaching into his pocket, he pulled out a small velvet box. Inside was a ring, its surface gleaming under the lights. Leslie lifted it high and, in front of everyone, made his move. "Phoebe," he