The Legacy of the Uncharted

~ Chapter 21 ~ A Beautiful Day

The sun was setting over the *Mariner's Whisper*, casting warm colors across the deck as the crew gathered for a special moment. Theo was about to ask Sophie to be his wife, and the ship was beautifully decorated with lights and a feast prepared by Lucy. It had been a long journey, and the crew had grown closer than ever.

Keoni made her way to Sophie's room, feeling a mixture of nerves and relief. She knew she needed to apologize, and it was long overdue. She knocked lightly on the door.

- Keoni : Sophie, can we talk for a minute?"

Sophie, sitting on her bed, nodded.

- Sophie : Sure, Keoni. What's on your mind?"

Keoni sat down, taking a deep breath.

- Keoni : I wanted to say I'm sorry. I know things have been tense between us, and I feel responsible. I didn't mean to come between you and Theo. I just... I didn't realize how much you two meant to each other."

Sophie looked down, her feelings still raw but appreciating Keoni's honesty.

- Sophie : It did hurt, Keoni. I thought Theo and I were getting closer, and then you came into the picture. It felt like everything changed."

- Keoni : I get it. And I don't want there to be bad blood between us anymore. I hope we can start fresh."

Sophie gave Keoni a small smile, nodding.

- Sophie : I'd like that. Let's put it behind us."

The two shared a hug, finally clearing the air between them. Just as they were finishing, Theo knocked on the door.

- Theo : Keoni, it's time. Can you bring Sophie out?"

Keoni smiled, standing up and turning to Sophie.

- Keoni : Come on, Soph. You're going to want to see this."

Sophie, still curious, followed Keoni to the deck, where the crew was gathered under glowing lanterns. Theo stood in the center, looking nervous but excited.

- Sophie : Theo... what's going on?"

Theo stepped forward, his heart pounding. He smiled at Sophie and then turned to the crew.

- Theo : This crew has become my family, and I want to do this in front of the people I care about the most."

Theo got down on one knee, holding Sophie's hand tightly.

- Theo: Sophie, will you marry me? "Can I have this dance for the rest of my life?

Tears welled up in Sophie's eyes as she looked at Theo, her heart racing. She smiled through her tears and nodded.

- Sophie : Yes, Theo. I will."

The crew erupted in cheers, clapping and hugging the couple. Theo stood and pulled Sophie into a tight embrace.

- Belle : It's about time! We've all been waiting for this!"

- Eli : You two are perfect for each other. Congratulations."