In the stars. | A collection of short stories: B.E

3ᖇᗪ Oᖴ ᗪEᑕEᗰᗷEᖇ ᑭT.2

★Omniscient★

The next day, at precisely 5:32 pm, Octavia arrived at Billie's house, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. She was carrying the beautifully crafted ring box in her pocket, and her heart raced with anticipation.

Billie, expecting it to be just another nap session, greeted Octavia with a warm smile as she opened the door. She led Octavia past her family members, who exchanged knowing glances, aware of the surprise that was about to unfold.

As they entered the cozy room that had witnessed so many moments of love and comfort, Billie, unaware of the surprise awaiting her, excused herself to use the restroom. Octavia watched her girlfriend go with a fond smile before settling down on the bed. Octavia gently removed the ring box from her hoodie pocket and discreetly placed it on the bed, before taking her hoodie off and folded her hoodie hiding the ring box underneath. She knew that Billie would discover it soon enough.

She had prepared a special note that she had tucked on top of her hoodie, and it was time for Billie to find it as Octavia lay on the bed and fell asleep.

The note on Octavia's hoodie read, "I was supposed to give you this yesterday for sweater day, but here." It was a clever ruse to divert Billie's attention and make the proposal a delightful surprise.

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★Billie★

I returned from the restroom, not suspecting anything unusual as I walked back into our cozy bedroom. Octavia, my loving girlfriend, had been acting rather secretive lately, but I hadn't paid it much mind. Little did I know that tonight, everything was about to change.

My eyes landed on her hoodie, and atop it rested a white piece of paper. My curiosity piqued, I reached for it and unfolded the note with her playful message:

I was supposed to give you this yesterday for sweater day, but here - Vee xx

A soft smile curled at the corners of my lips as I appreciated her thoughtfulness. Octavia had always possessed a knack for making everyday moments feel special.

But then my attention was drawn to something beneath the hoodie—an unfamiliar box, unlike anything I'd ever seen in our room before. My heart began to race, and I couldn't help but wonder what could be inside.

I carefully picked up the hoodie, intending to put it away for Octavia, when I noticed that the box had a certain air of importance about it. It was as though it carried a secret, a surprise that was meant only for me.

I gingerly sat down on the edge of our bed, my heart pounding with a mixture of curiosity and anticipation. My fingers, trembling with excitement, lifted the lid of the mysterious box.

As the lid rose, I found myself holding my breath. Nestled within, resting on a bed of satin, was a breathtaking ring. Its crystal seemed to come alive, casting shimmering reflections across the room. I was in awe of its beauty, and my pulse quickened.

But there was more to this enchanting surprise. A second note lay atop the ring, and I couldn't wait to read it. My eyes locked onto the message, and I felt a rush of emotion welling up inside me.

I love you... I'm a little tired and I have a lot more to say but not enough time in the world to write it... will you marry me - Vee xx

Tears welled up in my eyes, and my heart soared. In that tender moment, everything seemed to fade away—the world, the room, even time itself. All that mattered was the ring and the heartfelt message that Octavia had prepared.