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*Norah's POV*

"How- when...what?" I stammered, my knees going a little weak as I stared at the beautiful ring on my finger. "I-I-"

"You don't have to make a decision right now," he grinned, his arms wrapping tightly around me. "I know you said you didn't want to date until after your meetings but I just couldn't wait any longer. I want to spend the rest of my life with you, Norah, and I can't let you get away again."

I didn't say anything for a few minutes and Harry's face fell, his composed demeanor giving way to disappointment and embarrassment as he finished his shower and got out. I didn't have the energy to follow, and my mind was so jumbled I didn't even want to. I just wanted to climb back into bed and snuggle under the sheets and feel his arms around me, no expectations or pressure.

I finally got out and slowly got dressed, my eyes never leaving that gorgeous ring.

"Harry," I started as I walked into the bedroom. He was fully dressed and putting on his shoes, which made my heart ache and tears prick in my eyes. "Wh-what are you doing? Where are you-"

"I can't stay here, not with you," he shook his head. His eyes were sad but his face was hard, set and determined-looking. "I shouldn't have asked so soon, I knew you wouldn't understand."

"Harry, I-"

"I just love you so fucking much and I can't stop thinking about marrying you. Why aren't you thinking about it too?"

"You-"

He picked up his keys and promptly dropped them, then repeated the action. "I can't stay here."

"I was going to say yes," I called as he reached the door. His hand froze on the knob and he spun around, a grin forming as my face broke into a smile. "If you would just shut up for one second and listen."

He crossed his arms and leaned against the door. "I'm listening."

"I want to marry you too," I said quietly. "I love you more than anything and I would really love the opportunity to be your wife."

"My wife," he said incredulously, his eyes watering just a tiny bit. "Shit, come here."

I ran into his open arms and jumped up slightly, his hands supporting my thighs as my lips were pushed to his. Everything I felt for him was in that kiss, everything from love to hatred to lust. I just felt everything.

"Damn," Harry gasped into my mouth. "God, I can't wait to tell everyone."

"Me neither," I giggled, letting my head fall into his shoulder. "Harry, I love you."

"I love you so much more, Nor. Jesus, I've been waiting to say that for so fucking long now."

He dropped me gently and I leaned into him, his arms closing tightly around my waist.

"I never proposed," he frowned slightly as I pulled back. His thumb skimmed over my cheek and I smiled.

"That's alright."

But he dropped to his knees anyway, his hands closing around mine and his lips twitching into a smile.

"Norah Rose," he started slowly, his deep voice sending chills up my spine. "Will you marry me?"

"Yes," I laughed as a tear slipped down my cheek, my hands shaking as he stood up and hugged me tightly. "Oh god, I love you."

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