“I think I’d better…”

Hadley gently passed him the flowers she was holding, and then cautiously gripped the velvet box, easing it open. A delicate glow spilled gently from within.

Inside, perfectly nestled in its cushion, sparkled a familiar ring—a diamond, deep crimson and unmistakably rare.

This was the very ring Eric had given her, the one he’d offered when marriage was still a duty rather than a choice. Updates are released by Find[?]ovel.net

She’d given it back when their relationship fell apart.

But here it was again, finding its way to her once more.

Eric said gently, “I considered buying something new, but I remembered you once mentioning your fondness for red diamonds. Plus, I figured wearing this again might hold deeper meaning for us.”

Afraid she’d misunderstand, he hurriedly added, “I’m not being stingy or taking shortcuts, I promise. I’ll buy you new rings every anniversary, every special day from now on.”

Meeting her eyes, Eric slowly knelt before her.

He carefully raised the bouquet, presenting it gently.

Looking up earnestly, sincerity evident in every line of his face, he asked, “Hadley, would you do me the honor of becoming my wife again? Can we start fresh, together, for good?”

His nervousness was palpable as he waited anxiously for her reply.

“I promise I’ll make you happy and cherish Joy, too.”

Hadley felt her stomach twist into knots, uncertainty clouding her thoughts. Everything around them seemed to freeze, stretching into the longest pause Eric had ever known.

But Eric stayed perfectly still, determined to give her all the space she needed. An eternity seemed to pass before Hadley finally moved. Slowly raising her eyes, she found his steady gaze. A faint smile appeared as she gently nodded. “Yes. Let’s do this.”

Eric blinked in disbelief, and then surged upright, joyfully pulling Hadley into his arms and spinning her around once in pure delight.

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“You really said yes!”

Emotion made his voice catch.

Drawing in a shaky breath, Eric whispered, “You have no idea how grateful I am, Hadley. This means everything.”

Stepping back just enough, he carefully lifted her right hand and eased the familiar ring onto her finger.

Suddenly, brilliant explosions of fireworks illuminated the night sky, showering vibrant colors overhead as confetti drifted gently down around them, marking the joyful beginning of their new chapter.

Bursts of color exploded overhead, each firework illuminating the darkness in dazzling succession.

At the same instant, the entire garden was bathed in the warm glow of streetlamps, brightening every corner.

Earlier, Eric had intentionally guided Hadley through shadows, carefully keeping her unaware of their surroundings.

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