Her Secret Admirer

-A Special Promise-

A/N: "By Your Side" In Paradise--(The iconic song from Anytime Foster)

Keefe's POV:

 I sat on the bench in the park, watching the vibrant hues of the setting sun cascade over the landscape, my heart fluttered with anticipation. Today was the day I would take a leap of faith, a promise of eternity, by presenting Sophie with a promise ring. The thought of her reaction filled me with a mixture of excitement and nervousness, but deep down, I knew this was the right moment to show her my commitment and love.

I checked my watch for the hundredth time, willing the hands to move faster. Sophie had promised that she would come, but the minutes felt like hours as I waited. The cool breeze rustled the leaves above me, carrying the scent of freshly cut grass and the sweet fragrance of blooming flowers. The park was serene, a haven of tranquility amidst the bustling city, and I couldn't have chosen a more perfect spot for this significant moment.

I reached into my pocket and reassured myself that the small velvet box was still there, safely tucked away. I had been planning this moment for weeks, wanting to show Sophie how much she meant to me. The promise ring nestled inside the box was a symbol of my commitment to her, a promise of a future filled with love and dedication.

As minutes turned into moments, I couldn't help but feel a twinge of nervousness creep up my spine. What if she didn't like the ring? What if she wasn't ready for such a commitment? I shook my head, trying to dispel the doubts that threatened to cloud my thoughts.

My mind wandered back to the first time I saw Sophie, her smile lighting up the room as if the sun had suddenly burst through the clouds. From the moment we met, I knew she was special, destined to be more than just a passing acquaintance. Our bond had grown stronger with each passing day, and I was grateful for every moment we shared, every laugh, every tear, every whispered secret.

Lost in my reverie, I didn't notice Sophie approaching until she was standing right in front of me, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. I couldn't help but marvel at her beauty, the way her hair caught the dying light, turning it into a halo of gold around her head. She smiled, a smile that reached her eyes and warmed my soul, and my nervousness melted away in an instant.

"Hey, Keefe," she greeted me, her voice soft and sweet. I stood up to pull her into a warm embrace, breathing in the scent of her shampoo and the familiar perfume she always wore. "I've been looking forward to this all day," she confessed, her eyes meeting mine with an intensity that made my heart swell.

We sat together on the bench, our hands entwined as we talked about everything and nothing. The world around us faded into the background, leaving only the two of us in our little bubble of happiness. I couldn't imagine a more perfect moment, a more perfect person to share it with.

And then, the moment came. I reached into my pocket and pulled out the promise ring, its sapphires catching the fading light. Sophie gasped, her eyes widening in surprise and delight. I took her hand in mine, slipping the ring onto her dainty finger, watching as it gleamed in the dimming light.

"Sophie," I began, my voice barely above a whisper. "This ring is a promise, a vow of my love and commitment to you. I promise to always be by your side, to love you fiercely and unconditionally, for all the days of my life." Tears welled up in her eyes, reflecting the love and emotion shining in mine.

"I'll never ever let you go. Or let you go thinking your on your own. No I won't give up, give up this fight. Promise I'll keep holding on to you for dear life. I'll be by your side, I'll be by your side. I'll be by your side. Through the darkest night. Even when it hurts It's us against the world. You'll find that I will be by your side."