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.

for a moment, her mind blank as she spun around to

Wilfred was on one knee

full of emotion, "this might feel

each word

she couldn't fully register the meaning. Her world seemed to blur, the

in his words, she

knee, froze for a moment, caught between laughter and

only just taken

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

and for a

took her hand gently, cradling it in his as he slid

he pressed a kiss to the back of

his lips touched her skin, fireworks exploded

couldn't fathom

every day since she woke up. Ye somehow, amidst all that, he had found time to plan this

*

wedding plans quickly took

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