2nd. Season -
Lane quickly fell deeply in love with his first crush, Carlyle.
His eyes could only focus on her every smile and glance.
But reality always has a way of intruding. Lane was the heir to Evokx Future Group and had to return to Rome. During this time, his half-brother, Cale Washington, managed his responsibilities.
Although his father approved of his relationship with Carlyle and hoped she would accompany Lane to Rome, Carlyle was unwilling to leave the United States. The thought of moving to Rome, a place completely unfamiliar to her, offered no sense of security. She didn't want to change her life and future for the sake of a romance. Even though her parents were gone and she had no relatives left, she still had many friends here. No matter what, this was the place she knew best.
However, Evokx Future Group in Rome was a prestigious family, and she was just an ordinary woman. She understood her capabilities well and knew she wouldn't be able to handle the role of a wealthy family's lady.
The two began to argue over this matter, occasionally giving each other the silent treatment, but their longing for each other was too strong to resist. Eventually, they would reconcile, and this cycle continued until a conversation finally led Carlyle to promise that if she became pregnant, she would agree to marry Lane and move to Rome.
Once Carlyle nodded, Lane felt a weight lift off his shoulders and he returned to Rome to start his work. The long-distance relationship began, with one in the U.S. and the other in Rome. Although they were far apart, the saying "absence makes the heart grow fonder" held true for them, as they cherished the time they spent together even more. Lane kept his promise close to his heart, and he's very eager to start a family with her, hoping she'd soon become pregnant so they could quickly bring Carlyle home to him.
The couple stood by a bridal shop at a crossroads. Carlyle’s eyes were fixed on a pure white wedding dress in the window.
Lane gazed at the off-shoulder lace wedding dress, a radiant smile spreading across his lips.
"Carlyle, will you wear this dress at our wedding? It's stunning."
Carlyle looked up at him and said, "Are you saying the dress is beautiful but I am not?"
Lane’s heart skipped a beat. "Of course not. I mean the dress is beautiful, but you’re even more beautiful."
Carlyle smiled at his flustered expression and pinched his cheek. "Lane, when did you learn to be so sweet-talking?"
Lane took her hand and gazed at her. "Since I met you."
Their eyes met, and no more words were needed.
At that moment, a shop assistant came out and asked, "Do you like this wedding dress? If you do, miss, you can try it on."
Carlyle looked at the assistant and declined immediately. "No, we’re just passing by, thank you."
But Lane took her hand and turned to the assistant. "Miss, can she really try it on?"
The assistant smiled. "Of course."
Lane looked at Carlyle. "Carlyle, I’d love to see you in this dress. Please, try it on."
"Have you forgotten our agreement?" Carlyle asked.
"Carlyle, I haven’t forgotten. That’s why we’ve been trying so hard recently, haven’t we?"
Hearing this, the assistant smiled even more.
Carlyle's face turned bright red, and she whispered, "Lane, what are you talking about?"
Lane told the assistant quickly, "We’d like to try it on."
So, they walked into the bridal shop.
“Lane, you're breaking our agreement. I never said I'd marry you,” Carlyle protested quietly.
Lane tightened his grip on her hand and softly replied, “It’s just trying on a wedding dress, not breaking any promises.”
When Carlyle put on the wedding dress, Lane was stunned, unable to snap out of it for a long time.
Carlyle held the lace-trimmed skirt and asked, "Do I look good?"
"You look beautiful, Carlyle," Lane said, staring at her. "Wear this one and walk down the aisle with me."
Carlyle laughed. "Who says I’m walking down the aisle with you!"
"Who else would you walk with?" Lane teased, pinching her cheek.
The assistant asked, "So, when would you like to schedule your wedding photo shoot?"
Before Lane could respond, Carlyle said, "Miss, we’re just passing by. If we decide on our wedding, we’ll definitely come."
The assistant nodded understandingly and saw them out.
Outside the shop, Carlyle sensed Lane’s disappointment. She hugged his waist. "Can you give me a little more time?"
Lane immediately replied, "I’m fine. I told you, I’ll wait for you. The moment you’re pregnant, you’ll be my beautiful bride."
She looked up at him. "Lane..."
"Are you touched?" Lane asked, holding her hand. "Are you hungry?"
"Yeah..."
"Then let’s go have some Carbonara."
"Ah! Carbonara again? We’ve already had it twice this week."
"I miss the taste of home and want you to get used to it too."
"Fine, fine, you’re always right."
Under the clear sky, their eyes shone with deep love and understanding for each other.
