The Road We Walk On

179 | Will you...

Rona felt Seokhoon guide her, her body swung over to the other side of the space. She continued to walk, and eventually Seokhoon placed her in a specific slot. He kissed her again without saying anything. Soon Rona was feeling out of breath, with her eyes covered her sensations were in overdrive. Eventually their lips separated, they were both panting for breath.

Don't open your eyes until I say so, okay Rona? Rona couldn't get her words out so she just nodded. Rona felt Seokhoon move away from her, she just stood there and waited, she shivered from the cold air. After some time, she finally heard Seokhoon's voice, based on the volume Seokhoon was a slight distance away.

Open your eyes Rona. Rona reached back to loosen the blindfold over her eyes, when the blindfold was removed, she needed a bit to adjust to the brightness. But then right in front of her was an amazing sight. There was a huge flower wall filled with roses and lilies, and on the wall were the words "Will You Marry Me?". When she looked and saw Seokhoon on his knees, holding out a box. Rona immediately knew this was all about.

Rona, my love. When we first met, I was taken by you. You were so different from what I ever experienced and my eyes couldn't help but follow you. Who would have known that I would be able to be together with you.  You are my guiding light, the axis of my life. If I had not met you, I would not be the Seokhoon I am today. We have gone through much and we have risen above every circumstance. You are my person, I know I want to be with you forever. Rona, will you do me the honours of being my wife?

*Korean Words spell Will you Marry me?

Seokhoon opened the box and inside there was a beautiful engagement ring. It was simple with just a simple and elegant 1 carat princess cut diamond ring. Rona was tearing as she heard his speech. She didn't answer him but she closed the distance, she knelt down so that she was at eye level with him. She kissed him, their lips moving against each other. Seokhoon hooked one of his arms around her waist to bring her closer to him.

Rona separated their lips, she looked straight into his eyes. She could see a hint of nervousness, she smiled and finally Seokhoon heard the answer he had been waiting for.

Yes. Yes Seokhoon, I will marry you.

Seokhoon finally let out his breath, he was so nervous that perhaps the timing was not right. He removed the couple ring that was on Rona's left hand, he placed the engagement ring on her left hand ring finger. Rona looked down and saw the ring resting on her hand, it was so simple and yet beautiful. Seokhoon cradled Rona's head and pulled her towards him, and gave her a deep kiss. While still kissing, he stood up and hugged her close to him.

I promise you Rona, we will always be happy, and I will cherish you forever. Rona teared as she heard those words.

I too will cherish you Seokhoon. I am looking forward to the rest of our lives together.

I have one more surprise for you. Turn around.

Rona suddenly heard a 'pop' sound, she quickly turned around and right in front of her was not only her family, but everyone from Shimwoo Tower as well as their friends from Juillard. Rona was beyond surprised because Stephanie, Ryo and George were also in the mix. All together, the group shouted "Congratulations!" and clapped. You didn't think I did this all alone. I have all our family and friends to help. Seokhoon and Rona walked over to their friends and family. Yoonhee gave Rona a big hug, she also had tears in her eyes.

Their friends and family went around and congratulated the couple. Seokhoon-ah, make sure you treat my Rona right!

I will ahjumma.

Haha son, you should change your address. After all Yoonhee will soon be your mother-in-law, you should address her as sieomeoni, Seokhoon laughed and blushed. Yoonhee then turned her voice to a whisper. Seokhoon-ah, thank you for not only asking for permission from me but from Yoonchul. I heard you spoke to him, even though Rona has not yet acknowledged him as her father, I know he greatly appreciates the fact that you asked him.

*sieomeoni: Mother in law in Korea

Seokhoon smiled. No problem Omma. It was just my way of including Yoonchul ahjussi into the whole situation. Yoonhee smiled. Yes, call me Omma instead, sieomeoni just sounds too formal. Haha. Rona was introducing Jenny and Minhyeok to their friends from Juillard. Without any real effort, the youngsters manage to get along quickly. Rona saw Eunbyeol standing in a corner with her father, and she walked over.

Congratulations Rona! Eunbyeol saw Rona walking over and happily congratulated her. Even though there was a period when Eunbyeol liked Seokhoon, she had soon left those feelings behind her. Thank you Eunbyeol, and thank you both for being here to celebrate our happy occasion.

No thanks necessary Rona. It is Eunbyeol and my honor to be here. Rona dragged Eunbyeol over and introduced her to her friends. Jenny and Minhyeok had met Jenny several times prior to this so they were already comfortable with her. The two helped to introduce Eunbyeol to Rona and Seokhoon's friends. It did not take long for all of them to become comfortable with each other.

The celebration went on late into the night, and eventually at 11pm, everyone slowly began to head home. Rona and Seokhoon were sitting on the sofa at the rooftop garden. Rona looked at the flower wall that was right in front of them, the more she thought about what had happened the happier she felt.

Are you happy with the ring design?

Rona looked down at the ring, it rested on her small, slender finger. I love it, Seokhoon. Thank you so much.

Haha, there is no need to thank me. After all, I got what I wanted.

What you wanted? Seokhoon kissed Rona and their mouths moved intently until both were out of breath. I got you. Rona laughed at Seokhoon's answer.

Shall we go home?

Who says we are going home?

Huh?

That bedroom we saw, shouldn't we break into it. 

Note: I guess many of you saw it coming....