The next day, I eagerly awaited Terence's arrival at the front of my house. Moments later, a sleek, luxurious car pulled up, and Terence stepped out to greet me. 

When he laid eyes on me, his jaw nearly dropped. I was dressed in a beautiful, expensive-looking floral dress that flattered my figure.

"Wow," he breathed, his voice filled with awe. "You look stunning. That dress suits you so well."

My mom, watching our exchange from the sidelines, couldn't help but chime in with a playful teasing ...