Persuasion Effort

"Oh, my God! Congratulations, Mer!" Anna exclaimed, her excitement barely contained as she received the news of her dear friend's upcoming engagement.

Blushing shyly, Meredith couldn't help but share her happiness.

"You have no idea how nervous I was when I met them! I still can't believe that everything turned out so well!"

Her hands instinctively flew to her cheeks, her face aglow with joy. When she finally lowered her hands, Anna eagerly reached out and grasped them, a broad smile crossing her face.

"I am so happy for you," the princess gushed. "So, when is the betrothal ceremony?"