An explanation

As I make my way to the parking lot, I pick up my handbag and feel the vibration of my phone. Walking across the hallway, I search for my phone until I find it near the corner of the bag. The word "Mom" flashes across the screen as I pull it out of my pocket.

She does not text anyone in addition to her daily routine unless it concerns the manner in which my brothers, sisters, and I have behaved in public.

Nothing that I did was inappropriate.

I make my way to the text message from my mother.

Those differed from how she intended to learn of the engagement. I wanted to be the one to break the news to both her and her father. There are times when I hate Melvin being in the spotlight.

I respond to my mother, and we continue to text each other for a while.

I am going to see Melvin. In the evening of tomorrow, we will have dinner with my parents. In other words, we have the entire day and night to make it appear like we are in love before interacting with my family. You should know that my parents despise it when people put on an act.

What a gasp! We are going to spend some time together viewing some horrible girl flicks. I will soon leave the house if you force me to watch Fifty Shades of Grey.

I chuckle to myself.

That movie is going to be saved for last.

"This is not the only movie that we can watch. On the other hand, the wedding date will be perfect for you. The phone is placed back into my bag, and I walk to the vehicle.

When I got to the car, Melvin opened the door for me. "At least you don't need to train me to be a gentleman." Rather than closing the door, he waits for me to enter before he does so.

After fastening my seatbelt, I wait for him to sit in the vehicle.

He exits the parking lot with his car. "What would you want to eat during lunch? When it comes to food, should we go to a restaurant or should we order something to go?

In the most recent instance, when we were in a public setting, he made a proposal which everyone thought was appropriate for me. It would be best if we went home.

I make my way towards him. Because there is plenty of food at home, I can prepare something for us to eat. I put my hand in the hand that he is holding on his lap.

Once in a while, he diverts his attention away from the road. "What are you doing?" Melvin returns his focus to the road and continues driving.

I'm going to hold your hand out. It will help if you become used to doing this in front of your family and the paparazzi who always follow you. Before you were photographed proposing to me, I was a nobody. You, on the other hand, were never a nobody. In addition to being one of the most significant persons in my life, you are also my closest friend. I would not be in the position that I am in right now if it weren't for your support.

"Is that what you will say if you win a movie award?"

It is a sigh. When we are not together, Katherine, the awards will be announced. My fiancé will be receiving my gratitude. She has been by my side since I began my professional journey, and she will continue to be by my side until I complete it.

I am at the window looking out. "I was with you before you became famous, and I will be there when you are not."

"I know." He tightens my hand. "Kathy, you'll always be my best friend."

After Melvin has pulled the car in, it is parked in the lot. "What do you want?"

Thank you so much for bringing me the ravioli. These ravioli are the best in town, and they are made here.

"I'll be right back." As he exits the car, he kisses me on the forehead.

Taking my phone out of my luggage, I send a text message to my sister.

On his way back into the vehicle, Melvin glances at the phone I'm using. "How's your sister?"

"She's done well. As of tomorrow evening, she will be present at the banquet. You are something that my family is looking forward to seeing.

After placing the suitcases in the backseat, he started the car. After departing from the parking lot, he made his way toward his residence.

*****

We are walking up the steps to the front door of the estate, and Melvin is holding my hand the entire way. Just as he is about to insert the key into the lock, the door opens, and he pulls his keys out of his pocket.

As she looks at her kid, Susan, who is Melvin's mother, has her arm crossed and looks at him. Are you so bold as to propose to me without informing me? I had to see the proposal in the magazine like everyone else! She turns her head to look behind him, and as she makes eye contact with me, a smile appears on her face. Kathy, I am happy that he proposed to you. I was under the impression that he would marry that hottie, Michelle.

I chuckle to myself.

Aside from Michelle, there is another person who does not like her.

When I take his mother's hand, Melvin will spill everything out to her. He opens his mouth and begins to speak. "Let's talk in the kitchen; it's been a while since I've seen you."

Susan and I enter the kitchen.

Taking three plates out of the cabinet, I bring them out. "Do you want some ravioli?"

Susan examines the plastic bag on the table. "Yes, if you like. It has been some time since I have had anything from Taylor's possession. Before the arrival of our children, my husband would take me there for meals, but when they were born, he insisted that we dine at home instead. He often complained that he was too exhausted to go out after dinner, and on the weekends, all he wanted to do was put his feet up and watch television.

When Melvin enters the kitchen, he sits at the counter with us. "Where's Dad?"

David is at home. He wants me to come to see you so that I can verify whether the person you proposed was actually Kathy. When he saw what was in the magazine, he was completely taken aback. Consequently, I agreed to investigate what was taking place. Who is going to be the one to bring me the truth?

As I look at Melvin, I see his mouth constantly opening and closing like a goldfish. I intervene to assist him. "We went to a restaurant where Melvin asked me to be his best man."

Her eyes are drawn to her son. "What?"

Melvin gives her a look. I intended to propose to Michelle. When I asked my best friend for her blessing, she requested that I demonstrate to her how I would do it. Michelle, I wanted her blessing.

It was reported that the paparazzi were around and took photographs of us. All of them believed that it was genuine. In that case, let's play it out for a little while.

Susan stands up and gives me a hug when she has done so. Her voice is soft. "If you fall for him, the breakup will be harder for you than it will be for him."

My best friend is not someone I intend to fall in love with. He will always be my friend.

As she returns to her seat, she releases her grip on me and stops. "Are you two living together?"

Dear Mother, yes, we are. We must go out with it to persuade everyone that we are a team.

"That's great since there's a party that the two of you must attend the following week. Could you recall Miguel Perez?

That is a common name.

Getting the guy who graduated with Melvin and me is a possibility. Is it true that he owns a fashion line?

"Yes, that is his name. I've also heard that he's looking for a photographer. You should collaborate with him and the twins you are already working with.

Before taking action, I need to talk with Seraphina and Zinnia. Those young ladies have been kind to me. To avoid hurting them, I would never do something behind their backs.