Chapter: 268
Alan clasped Kaitlin's hand and gave her a tender smile. "Today, besides clearing things up, I want to do something I've always dreamed about."
Kaitlin felt a ripple of unease, her heart skipping a beat.
Suddenly, the surroundings dimmed to a shadow, spotlighting only Kaitlin and Alan.
Alan reached into his pocket, pulling out a small ring box, and knelt on one knee.
The clicks of cameras intensified, accompanied by hushed whispers.
"Really? They're using a press conference to flaunt their romance?"
"That story probably got cooked up by his ex to snag some limelight."
"If they truly had Loved each other, why would they have ended up divorcing?"
"Didn't he mention that earlier? You only treasure what you've lost once it's gone."
Kaitlin, caught off guard by his gesture, stepped closer and whispered urgently, “What are you doing? Get up."
Alan shook his head and slowly opened the box in his hand.
The diamond ring nestled in the box sparkled brilliantly, eliciting gasps from the crowd.
Kaitlin's eyes grew wide as she blinked in disbelief.
Was he about to propose? At such a grand event, how could she possibly decline without causing a scene?
What was she supposed to do? These thoughts raced through her mind.
Kaitlin, managing to suppress the surge of excitement within her, resisted the allure of the moment.
With a firm motion, she snapped the box shut, quenching the diamond's glow. Handing the box back to Alan, she helped him to his feet.
She maintained a composed smile as she addressed the gathered reporters, deliberately ignoring Alan's bewildered expression.
“I trust today's press conference was quite revealing for everyone present," Kaitlin announced to the reporters.
"I urge you to report truthfully. It's vital that both the reputation of Oasis Studio and my own are preserved. Regarding my personal matters with Alan, I prefer they remain just that-personal. I have other commitments. Excuse me." With that, Kaitlin made her way through the crowd, her exit swift and decisive.
Alan, momentarily stunned, snapped back to reality. Concerned for her well-being, he hastened after her.
His genuine worry was apparent, leaving the reporters momentarily confused.
The reporters lingered until Alan and Kaitlin disappeared into their car.
In the aftermath of the press conference, a flurry of clarifying reports flooded the Internet, swiftly steering public opinion in a new direction.