Karina stared off into the distance, lost in thought for a long time.

It really was remarkable how differently people recovered. Though they had both been rescued from the fire, Wilfred bounced back much faster than she did.

And Wilfred... he was truly incredible at taking care of her.

Sometimes, when she looked at his gentle, focused face, Karina couldn't help but feel like he was her entire world.

*

After she was discharged, Karina still had a few days of medical leave. Wilfred suggested they go out for some fresh air, taking her on leisurely strolls to lift her spirits.

Their fingers intertwined as they walked side by side. Everything seemed to be back to normal, yet Karina couldn't shake the feeling that something had subtly changed.

The evening breeze was a bit cool. Karina frowned slightly, sensing that something felt off. She brushed her fingers against Wilfred's palm and teased, "Are you sweating?"

It was an offhand remark, but Wilfred responded with a soft "Mm."

Before she could process his answer, gentle music began to play around them. As twilight deepened, countless decorative lights lit up all at once, casting a magical glow over their surroundings.

froze for a moment, her mind blank as she

she turned back, Wilfred was on one knee before

voice warm and full of emotion, "this might feel a bit rushed, but I don't want to wait another

heartfelt confession spilled out, each word filled with

fully register the meaning. Her world seemed to

was a pause in his words, she choked up

one knee, froze for a moment, caught between laughter and exasperation.

had only just taken

back tears don't want to wait either. And you were going to ask, and I was always

stirred softly around them, and for a moment, time seemed to stand

hand gently, cradling it in his as he slid the ring onto her finger. Then,

a kiss to the

skin, fireworks exploded overhead, their brilliant colors illuminating the night

couldn't fathom how

organize all this. He had been by her side at the hospital every day since she woke up. Ye somehow, amidst all that, he had found time to

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