Chapter 429: Proposal?

The visit became more fun than planned. Damon couldn't remember the last time he had so much fun laughing with his mom, and having Svetlana there made it even better. It felt like the past, or at least how the past should have felt.

But the heavy feeling on Damon's chest wouldn't go away. Even though he smiled and joined in the talk, he felt worried about having to share some bad news.

He kept overthinking, rehearsing words in his head that didn't feel right. Every time he tried to start, the timing seemed off. Maybe later, he kept telling himself. Maybe when there's a better moment.

But Svetlana, ever the one to sense Damon's hesitations, decided there was no better moment than now.

She set down her cup of tea, looked straight at Aoife, and said with a small, knowing smile, "Aoife, Damon has something important to tell you."