Threads of Destiny

Chapter 15

Morning light streamed through the curtains, casting a warm glow across the room where Freen slowly awakened. Her eyes fluttered open to find Becky watching her with a gentle, loving smile. The memories of last night's heartfelt proposal flooded back, but a playful spark ignited within Freen. She decided to add a light-hearted twist to the morning.

"What's with the smile?" Freen asked innocently, pretending to be oblivious to the events that had unfolded the night before.

Becky's smile faltered slightly, confusion and then a hint of sadness crossing her features. "Um, about last night... you proposed," she started, her voice tinged with uncertainty as she searched Freen's face for some sign of recognition.

Freen watched as Becky's expression grew more concerned, and just as Becky was about to stand up, possibly doubting the sincerity of the proposal, Freen acted. She reached out swiftly, pulling Becky down towards her and guiding her to sit on her lap.

"Gotcha!" Freen said with a mischievous grin, then her expression softened into one of deep affection. She kissed Becky softly, reassuring her, "I remember everything, love. And I meant every word. Marrying you would make me the happiest woman alive."

Becky let out a relieved laugh, the tension melting away from her shoulders. "You scared me for a moment there," she admitted, resting her forehead against Freen's.

Freen's smile turned thoughtful. "I want to do this right, Becky. I'd like to ask your family for their blessing. What do you say we invite them to lunch at that famous restaurant downtown? Maybe book the VIP room for some privacy?"

Becky's eyes lit up, touched by the gesture. "They would love that, Freen. Let's do it."

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The lunch was filled with laughter and stories, the VIP room providing a cozy and intimate setting. After dessert, Freen took a deep breath and addressed Becky's parents and her brother, Richie. "I love your daughter very much, and I would be honored to have your blessing to marry her," Freen said earnestly, her voice steady despite the butterflies in her stomach.

The response was immediate and warm, with hugs and congratulations shared all around. Becky's family expressed their happiness and gave their heartfelt blessings, making the occasion even more special.

Later that afternoon, Freen and Becky made their way to the cemetery to visit Freen's parents. Standing before their resting place, Freen felt a pang of sadness but also a sense of peace. She introduced Becky to them in her heart, promising that she would always cherish and protect her.

Becky, feeling the weight and warmth of the moment, added her own promise. "I will take care of her, always," she whispered, her words carried away by the gentle breeze.

Their day of emotional highs continued as they met with Nam, Kade, and Heng at a local café. The friends celebrated the engagement, their joy and support enveloping Freen and Becky in a comforting embrace. Plans for the wedding began to take shape, laughter mingling with the clinking of coffee cups.

As the day drew to a close, Freen and Becky walked hand in hand, their hearts full. They had faced challenges and uncertainties, but now they stood together, stronger and more in love than ever, ready to embark on their new journey as partners for life.

As the excitement of their engagement settled into a joyful anticipation of their future together, Freen found herself caught up in a whirlwind of ideas on how to make their engagement truly memorable. One afternoon, she stepped away to a quiet corner of their office, her phone in hand, ready to set one of her plans into motion.