Rules 💍f Engagement

Ch. 3 Venice

As William excused himself for a moment to make a few phone calls before their venture into the city, Eleanor's twin sisters returned to check on her. Jess's eyes lit up with excitement as she spotted the handsome businessman with Eleanor, while Nicole recognized him from the list of most promising CEOs under 35.

"Wow, El, you've really outdone yourself this time," Jess teased, nudging her sister playfully. "He's a total catch!"

Nicole nodded in agreement, her expression filled with admiration. "Yeah, I've heard about him. He's quite the success story," she added, her tone tinged with awe.

Eleanor couldn't help but feel a pang of insecurity as her sisters gushed over William's impressive credentials. "But he's probably used to dating someone like Taylor Swift," she mumbled, her confidence waning.

Jess placed a reassuring hand on her sister's shoulder, offering her a warm smile. "Hey, don't sell yourself short, El. You're amazing just the way you are," she insisted, her voice filled with conviction.

Nicole nodded in agreement, her eyes shining with encouragement. "Yeah, you never know unless you try, right?" she added, her tone gentle yet determined.

Just then, William returned, his charming smile lighting up his face as he approached Eleanor. "Ready to go, beautiful?" he asked, extending his hand to her.

Eleanor felt her heart flutter at his words, a surge of excitement coursing through her veins. With a smile, she took his hand, feeling a newfound sense of confidence wash over her. "Absolutely," she replied, her voice filled with anticipation.

As William led her toward the water taxi he had arranged, Eleanor couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement bubbling up inside her. With her twin sisters' words of encouragement ringing in her ears, she felt ready to embrace whatever the night had in store for her. And as she stepped onto the boat, hand in hand with William, she knew that this was just the beginning of an unforgettable adventure.

As they glided through the serene canals of Venice in the gondola, Eleanor couldn't help but feel enchanted by the romantic atmosphere surrounding them. The soft glow of the setting sun cast a golden hue over the city, painting a picture-perfect scene that took her breath away.

"It's absolutely breathtaking," Eleanor whispered, her eyes wide with wonder.

William smiled warmly, his arm wrapped around her shoulders as they leaned against the side of the gondola. "Even though I've seen it a thousand times, there's always something new to add a sparkle," he replied, his voice filled with admiration.

Feeling a surge of warmth in her chest, Eleanor leaned into his embrace, relishing in the comfort of his presence. She smiled as he hugged her tightly, pressing a gentle kiss to the top of her head.

As they watched the sun dip below the horizon, casting a fiery glow across the sky, Eleanor felt a sense of peace wash over her. It was as if time stood still in that moment, and she was grateful to be sharing it with someone as special as William.

In an attempt to lighten the mood, Eleanor decided to break the ice with a playful question. "So, William, if you had to describe yourself in bed using just one word, what would it be?" she asked, a mischievous twinkle in her eye.

William chuckled at her boldness, his eyes crinkling with amusement. "Creative," he replied with a wink, causing Eleanor to laugh in response.

But as the conversation turned more serious, Eleanor found herself asking a question that had been weighing on her mind. "Do you ever see yourself getting married someday soon?" she ventured, her voice tinged with uncertainty.

William paused for a moment, his expression thoughtful. "It's hard for me to imagine being tied down to just one person," he admitted, his tone introspective. "But if I were to find the right one, someone who truly understands me... then yes, I think I would."