Anna skipped out the door to meet Joseph; he was waiting when she arrived. She quickly ran her fingers through her hair and smiled shyly. However, Joseph didn't lift his head to acknowledge her.
After she sat down, Joseph said directly, "I'm sorry about last night…"
"It does not matter…I…" She said excitedly but immediately realized she should remain calm. She lowered her head and blushed, "Joseph, I will not put you in an awkward situation. Let's just pretend it never happened."
"You can ask anything of me, except for marriage," Joseph didn't want to feel as if he owed her anything.
Anna was shocked and disappointed. She could tell Joseph was disgusted with her, and he would give her anything but not marry her.
Did I have any chance now? Anna asked herself.
"Joseph
