#Chapter 286: Engagement Party

Hannah With the old ring submerged beneath the pond’s surface and the new ring glittering on my finger, Noah and I made our way back to the house, where the party had apparently returned in full swing—with even more fervor this time. As we stepped back into the house, we were met with the sound of loud music and laughter. Noah and I exchanged curious glances before making our way to the dining room, only to find Viona, Emma, and Amber standing by the minibar with grins on their faces. “There they are!” Amber exclaimed, rushing over to me. She shoved a drink in my hand, nearly sloshing it all over my clothes before she pulled me into a bone-crushing hug. “I hope you don’t mind, but we decided to stay and party after all.” I couldn’t help but laugh as I wrapped my free arm around my friend. “I can see that. I’m surprised everyone wanted to stay after what just went down.” Drake, standing by the window, shrugged one shoulder with a sheepish grin. “You put so