Nights Like This

Epilogue 2

**A Playful Proposal**

Deni wanted to make her proposal to Janie not just romantic, but also memorable and filled with laughter. She believed that their love was built on both deep connection and a sense of humor, so she planned a proposal that would reflect that perfectly.

On a sunny weekend getaway to a charming lakeside cabin, Deni decided to put her playful plan into action. As they enjoyed a leisurely picnic by the water, Deni surreptitiously slipped a tiny box into the picnic basket.

After finishing their sandwiches and fruit, Deni suggested a game of "Hide and Seek" amidst the picturesque woods surrounding the cabin. Janie chuckled, thinking it was a bit unconventional but agreed. She counted to twenty while Deni scurried away.

Deni had strategically placed a trail of rose petals, leading to a tree where a handwritten sign read, "Follow the petals to your heart." Janie followed the petals, curiosity growing with each step.

The trail eventually led her to a small clearing in the woods, where Deni had arranged a whimsical scene. Hanging from a tree was a homemade banner that read, "Will you be my partner in crime for life?" Beside it, a large, goofy-looking stuffed bear with a heart-shaped sign around its neck that said, "Say YES!"

Deni had dressed herself in a clown costume, complete with a colorful wig and a red rubber nose. As Janie approached, Deni burst out of the bushes, honking a horn and making silly gestures. Janie couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"Janie-Seine Palmers," Deni declared in a comically exaggerated voice, "I've got a big question for you!" She pulled a red rubber chicken from her oversized pocket and handed it to Janie.

Still laughing, Janie squeezed the rubber chicken, and it let out a loud squeak. "What's the question, Clown Deni?" she replied, playing along.

With a flourish, Deni removed the silly wig, revealing her heartfelt expression. She got down on one knee, and the playful atmosphere gave way to an earnest tone. "Janie, will you be my partner in love, laughter, and silliness for life?"

Touched by the unexpected yet heartfelt proposal, Janie wiped away a happy tear and replied, "Yes, a million times, yes!"

They sealed the engagement with a kiss, the sounds of their laughter echoing through the woods. It was a proposal filled with humor and heart, a reflection of the joy and love they brought to each other's lives.

As they walked back to the cabin hand in hand, Deni couldn't have been happier. She knew that their love was not only deep and passionate but also playful and filled with laughter. Their engagement was a beautiful testament to that love, and they couldn't wait to embark on this new chapter of their lives together.

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