A GOD'S WAY OF JUDGEMENT

14- Shared Laughter

As the chatter of the cafeteria buzzed around them, Alex leaned closer to Ronan, his expression serious. "I really need your help Ronan."

Ronan, still enjoying his burger. "What do you need?" wiping his mouth with a napkin.

Alex looks around to ensure no one else is listening. "So, yesterday, my mom introduced that gir- who talked with us just now- as my fiancée."

Ronan choked on his burger, quickly setting down the half-eaten sandwich. "Wait, what? You're kidding, right?"

"No, I'm serious!" Alex replied, his voice a mix of anxiety and confusion. "I thought she was just a friend. I hadn't even met her before this! My mom just decided to make her my fiancée."

Ronan leaned back in his chair, the weight of the moment sinking in. "You're in my same situation, bro. My mom picked Celia as my fiancee," he said, his voice unsteady slightly. "I was a kid then, so I didn't understand what it really meant."

As Ronan spoke, Alex noticed the sadness in his eyes—the way his brow furrowed and his lips tightened.

Ronan shook his head, trying to mask the vulnerability beneath a forced grin. "What is it with our moms and these surprise engagements?" he added, shaking his head. "Do they have a secret club or something?"

"Honestly, I think they do!" Alex chuckled, though the humor felt hollow. "What are we supposed to do now? I can't just go along with this!"

Ronan took a breath, the lingering sadness still in his voice. "Look, let's figure it out together. First, we need to meet her and maybe turn this into a friendship. You never know—she could end up being really cool. But if not, we'll plan a dramatic escape."

Alex sighed, half-smiling, half-groaning. "I just wanted to focus on my studies, not navigate a romance plot."

Ronan grinned, though it didn't quite reach his eyes. "Welcome to adulthood, my friend. But hey, at least we're in this mess together."

Ronan leaned forward, his curiosity piqued. "So, what do you think She thinks about all this? You must have picked up some vibe from her."

Alex says "I met her for the first time yesterday. Her name is Serina," he replied, rubbing the back of his neck, still feeling the weight of the unexpected engagement. "When my mom told that we were getting engaged, serina looked just as surprised as I was."

Ronan raised an eyebrow. "Surprised? well that is a good sign, at least. Maybe she's not completely on board with this whole arrangement."

"Yeah, but it is hard to tell," Alex said, a hint of stress. "I barely know her! How do I even start to get to know someone who's suddenly supposed to be my fiancée?"

(Author coments: Bro thats why it is called marriage. Well i dont understand why but every man says this on their marriage...sigh)

Ronan's mind considereding the options. "How about, I talk to your mom about this?" he suggested.

Alex says "You really think that's a good idea? What if my mom tries to push for the engagement even more?"

Ronan with a mischievous in his eyes. "Then how about this: I just kill Serina. Isn't that simpler?"

Alex chuckled, shaking his head. "Yeah, because that'll definitely solve all my problems! I can just imagine the headlines: 'Teen kills his to be soon wife to escape engagement!'"

"Hey, at least you'd get some attention!" Ronan shot back, laughter spilling from him. "But seriously, let's try to avoid any extreme measures."

"Agreed," Alex said, still smiling. "Maybe just a little persuasion will do the trick."