“But the real reason I’ve gathered you all here tonight is because I couldn’t pull off this next surprise without having all the people who mean the world to Skylar and me here to share in this special moment.”
Just then, Heath drops to one knee in front of me, and the room fills with gasps and sounds of ‘awe’.
My hands instinctively fly to my mouth. “Oh my God. Heath,” I murmur.
He smiles nervously and takes my hands in his. “My beautiful Skylar, from the moment you opened your door to me, I knew right then and there that my life was about to change in ways I could never imagine. It was the beginning of something truly extraordinary. One look at you, and I knew without a doubt—you were the woman I had been searching for my entire life.
“We came into each other’s lives as roommates, quickly becoming best friends, and now you’re someone I cannot live without. You’re my everything—my world, my soulmate, my heart. Your strength has been inspiring, and your unwavering support has been my blessing. Now, all I want is to spend forever with you by my side, sharing every crazy adventure, every laugh, and every significant moment together. I promise to spend the rest of my life cherishing you, loving you, and making sure you always feel safe and secure.”
Heath slips his hand into his pocket and pulls out a velvet, navy blue ring box. As he opens it, my breath catches, and my heart races at the sight of a breathtaking emerald-cut platinumengagement ring. He takes a deep breath, gently holding my hand, and looks at me with complete devotion in his eyes.
“So, here, surrounded by everyone we love, I ask you—Skylar Eloise Rivera, will you marry me? Will you make me the happiest man in the world and spend the rest of your life with me?”
I’m already nodding like a mad woman before he even finishes his speech. “Yes, I’ll marry you!” I shout eagerly, and the crowd breaks into cheers and fits of laughter.
At one point, I even hear Nate yell out, “Yeah, boy! Lock that mama down!” Earning him an ear flick and a scowl from his wife.
Heath gently places the ring on my finger and leans into me for a deep, passionate kiss that leaves me momentarily breathless. Our families and friends cheer and whistle, filling the air with an abundance of warmth and love I’ll always be grateful for.
Eighteen months ago, my world shattered when I found out about my husband’s affair with my best friend. In that moment, I didn’t think I’d ever be able to trust another man with my heart again.
I had always believed Kaden was my forever, my endgame—the one I would build a life with, and grow old alongside. But fate had other plans. It made me realise that he wasn’t the destination, but the lesson I needed to learn before I could find the one I was truly meant to be with.
In my pursuit of happiness, I met a remarkable man who taught me how to trust and fall in love again. He showed me patience and respect, gifting me with the kind of love that until now, had only existed in my dreams.
Heath mended my fractured heart, gently repairing it piece by piece. And now, I can’t imagine myself with anyone else.
Kaden may have found and captured me first.
But it’s Heath,
... who gets to keep me.
The End.
