Chapter 1388: To each side of the staircase stretched a vibrant expanse of roses, red and pink blooms alternating in a lush display.
These weren't artificial replicas but real, delicate roses dancing lightly in the breeze, their scent enveloping her. The scene was surreal, painted in the soft hues of the setting sun, as if lifted from a canvas.
Amidst the floral display, something odd caught her eye.
Clearer sight revealed an array of firearms, including Beretta pistols, sniper rifles, and more—reminiscent of her tin Hander Land.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtSurprisingly, the guns melded seamlessly into the romantic tableau of roses.
Rose petals scattered across the stairs, leading to a heart-shaped arrangement of red roses at the summit.
In the heart's center, her nwas elegantly inscribed.
The purpose of this spectacle suddenly dawned on Norah, stirring a whirlwind of emotions.
Susanna touched her shoulder lightly. “Norah, go upstairs. My brother is waiting for you." Taking a deep breath, Norah placed her foot on the first step and began her ascent, her resolve as firm as her steps.
Oddly, though the moment was meant to be joyful, tears welled up in Susanna's and Joanna's eyes, prompting panic in the men beside them, who worried they had inadvertently caused distress.
As Norah climbed higher, the ocean of roses on either side of the staircase revealed itself in full glory. Amid the pink blooms, words spelled out by red roses caught her eye: "Norah, marry me." Read exclusive stories The edges of her eyes began to moisten. White balloons and tulle lined the stairs, enhancing the fairy tale ambiance as she walked on the carpet of rose petals, feeling like the protagonist of her own enchanting story, marching toward her joy.
At the summit, beside the vast heart outline, a large screen displayed snapshots of their ttogether.
Norah was unaware that Sean had captured so many moments of her. Beneath the heart-shaped arrangement of flowers, Sean stood in a bespoke white suit, his stature exuding elegance.
His hair, slicked back from his face, accentuated his forehead and the sharp contours of his handsface.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHis eyes, deep and as dark as obsidian, never wavered from her figure. His lips, pressed into a firm line, relaxed slightly, and his fists, previously clenched, loosened as Norah finally reached him.
"Is this the surprise you've prepared for me? I absolutely love it," Norah declared, her smile radiant, cutting in before Sean could respond.
Sean swallowed and loosened his fists before dropping to one knee. From beneath the heart shaped floral arrangement, he drew a bouquet of e roses, lifting it high with his large hands. "Norah, I love you. Will you marry me?" The crowd below erupted into cheers, chanting in unison, "Marry him, marry him!"
Three women, overcwith emotion, were already in tears, Their voices soared above the rest, echoing the chant, "Marry him, marry him!"
Norah absorbed the sounds from below, then shifted her gaze to the man awaiting her answer. She raised ve ap eyebrow slightly. "You think your proposal is enough to win my answer? That seems overly simplistic."