Tensions and strengths

The night had fallen over the city of Jiading, weaving their shadows between the streets where the lanterns gently swayed with the spring breeze. Oliver had reserved a table in one of the most intimate and romantic corners of the "Luna de Jade" restaurant, known for its quiet atmosphere and exquisite fusion cuisine. The candles blinked gently on the table, throwing a dance of lights that was reflected in Lio's expectant eyes.

Oliver, feeling a mixture of nervousness and determination, observed how Li Mao contemplated the floral arrangement in the center of the table. His heart was strong, not only for the concern of how Li Mao would receive the news of his recent encounter with nurse Wu, but also for the hope of what was to come.

Li Mao looked up, smiling softly. "This place is beautiful, Oliver. I didn't expect less from you." 

Oliver returned the smile. "Only the best for the night in which ... (take a deep breath) that want to clarify some important things."

The sowing of Li Mao changed slightly; a shadow of concern crossed his face while playing with the edge of his napkin.

Li Mao: "Is everything right, Oliver? You seem worried."

Oliver sighed, determined. "There is something that I need to tell you about what happened in the hospital. It is about my interaction with nurse Wu."

Li Mao's face harden, memories of rumors and murmurs among colleagues crossed his mind.

Li Mao, cautiously, said: "Yes, I've heard things ... What happened exactly?"

Oliver, looking directly into the eyes of Li Mao, replied: "I want you, Li Mao.

Li Mao looked down, then found Oliver's eyes again. "It hurts to think about losing what we have. Since Miss Wu is one of the most beautiful women in the hospital and the most desired both for her physical appearance and her way of working and servingher patients, I have heard rumors that call her 'The beauty of the West', Oliver. But I trust you, and I thank you for being so honest with me. "

Oliver, taking his hand on the table, said: "I would never do anything to endanger it. I love you, Li Mao, and that's the only immutable thing in my life."

Li Mao smiled, a shy gesture but full of love. He felt how Oliver's sincerity relieved his fears. At that time, he decided that it was time to show him his commitment.

Li Mao took a small box out of his bag. "Oliver, there is something I have kept, waiting for the right time ..." (Open the box to reveal a promise ring).

Oliver, with surprise, saw how his eyes got wet. "Li Mao ...?"

Li Mao, in a soft but firm voice, said: "It is a symbol of my love and commitment to you. I hope we can be married to the law, live together, and yes, form a family. I want you to be my partner for everything Life. "

Oliver, surpassed by emotion, felt the tears appeared in his eyes. He took the ring, looked at him through the faint glow of the candles, and then slid him.

carefully on your finger.

Oliver, in a voice broken by emotion, said: "There is nothing that wishes more in this world than that, Li Mao. Being with you is my happiness. Very soon I will talk to your parents, and I will propose marriage." 

Oliver knew that the first thing he had to do before making the decision to marry LiMao was to resort to her parents and indicate the decision he wanted to make, since in his culture it is especially important.

Both leaned on the table, joining their fronts in an intimate and personal gesture. Murmur of the restaurant vanished in a whisper, leaving them in their small universe of promises and shared dreams.

Thus, in that corner bathed by the light of the candles and surrounded by the soft perfume of the flowers, Oliver and Li Mao sealed their future together, with a simple ring loaded with infinite possibilities and hopes. In addition, a big kiss on the lips and then Oliver kissed him on the forehead as a sign of respect. The night was not only the end of a day, but the beginning of everything that was to come.