Skylar suddenly walked up to Dave, holding a small box. “Dave, take a look at the engagement ring I chose. What do you think?”

She opened the box to reveal a sparkling diamond ring, the “Heart of True Love,” the same one Bianca had admired at the jewelry store.

Dave gave a brief reply, “It’s lovely.”

Skylar stepped closer and whispered, “You have to put this ring on my finger tomorrow.”

After a slight pause, she added, “We need to convince your grandfather that our ...