Chapter 16:

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Liam nodded, his eyes brightening at the memory. "I remember. It was perfect. Just like you." He squeezed her hand gently, his grip weaker than it used to be but still full of love.

"And after the ceremony," Maya continued, her voice growing more animated, "we'll have the reception outside, under the stars. We'll string up fairy lights and have a long table set up with all our friends and family gathered around."

Liam's smile widened, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "That sounds magical. And the food... don't forget the food. We'll have all our favorites, and a big cake, too."

Maya laughed softly, the sound light and tender in the quiet room. "Yes, a big cake, and lots of dancing. We'll have a band playing all our favorite songs, and we'll dance the night away, just the two of us, under the twinkling lights."

Liam's eyes filled with a wistful longing as he imagined the scene. "And after that," he said, his voice growing softer, "we'll start our family. A little house with a garden, maybe a couple of kids running around. We'll fill it with laughter and love."

Maya's heart ached with both joy and sorrow as she listened to Liam's dreams. "I can't wait for that," she whispered, leaning in to kiss his forehead. "We're going to have a wonderful life together."

Liam nodded, his eyes drifting closed for a moment. "I know we will," he murmured, his voice barely above a whisper. "You make everything so much brighter, Maya. I'm so lucky to have you."

Thank you sweetie.

-ssel©

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