Autumn
As his words resonated with me, I felt my world beginning to take shape once more. His hand still clasped mine, adorned with a beautiful ring I had never imagined I would want so desperately.
"Are you serious...?" I murmured, my eyes locked onto his, my heart pounding furiously. His lips twitched into a brief smile, and he nodded earnestly, exuding the intensity of a lover utterly devoted.
"I am serious," he replied, his voice slow and unwavering.
I couldn't suppress a joyous laugh, overwhelmed with happiness. "Are you crazy? Yes, I do want to marry you," I exclaimed, my voice brimming with elation. An irrepressible joy danced in his eyes as he took my hand and gently placed it in his, the weight of the moment sinking in.