I was breathless. My heart was pounding a wonderful, excitable rhythm in my chest. I couldn't believe he was proposing to me for real. It was beautiful and so unbelievably sweet. While I had never thought of it as a possible outcome for our dinner, I couldn't have thought of a better one. It made me unbelievably happy to know we were on the same page. I had a feeling we were, but it was always good to put things into words to have that reassurance.
Still, while the gesture was beautiful and sweet, it was a little much. Not because it was overwhelming, but just not necessary. "I love that idea," I began in a breath, grabbing his cheeks. "I think we got it right the first time, though, don't you think?"
