Today is the day I'm asking Nova to marry me. It's been a few weeks since everything has happened. I've been pacing back and forth in my office for the past hour.

I've known Nova for two months now and even though I know it's early I don't care. Nova is and will always be my forever. She is my other half.

I've told the guys and they are all happy for me. They all know to keep it quiet on the low. I'm coming up with a plan when Gears walks in.

"Are you all set up and ready to go Prez?" This is annoying because he knows I'm not ready. Ignoring him I sit at my chair and look at my flower order.

The flower shop is down the street and is owned by a sweet girl named Emberly. She's very shy but sweet. I've placed an order for a bunch of wildflowers and they should be delivered later today.

I plan on asking Nova tonight. She's currently at work with Axel and Beau. She texted me once to check in but I know that she is busy and so am I so I just let it slide.

"Alright, alright. I'll leave you alone. I just wanted to check on you. Are you ready to ask her?" Of course I am. Nothing will come in my way.

"Yes I am Gears. Now go, I'm busy." With that he leaves the office laughing at me. I put my focus back on my laptop when I see I have an email from the place I bought LED candles from.

They've been delivered and are at the front door. I go to pick them up when I see my sister Rachel talking to Chad. I can tell she's flirting but Chad isn't having it.

"Rachel what are you doing here? Don't you have other people you can bother? Or friends to hang out with? My men have work to do." Chad takes this time to run away and I don't blame him.

"I just wanted to come visit my big brother. Is that an issue?" The only time she wants to visit me is when he wants something or she's in trouble.

"What do you need Rachel?" I ask knowing she's here for something and I wish she would just get it over with.

"Why do you think I need something?" I don't even fix my face because I know better. "Okay, okay. I need some cash. I'm in trouble and I need help."

"What kind of trouble are you in now? I told you I don't want to help you like that anymore." Rachel pouts and stomps her foot. Even Eleanor, her own daughter, doesn't act like that.

"Whatever Madz. I'll fix it myself." With that she stomps out of the office. I see my package and walk back into my office. I have some much to do today but I need to be calm to even start.

I'm taking Nova to where we have our first outside date. At the park where the raccoon was at. I shake my head at that memory. She is something else.

I check my box to ensure I have everything I need before I leave. I tell the guys by and notice it's almost time for Nova to close. She takes about an hour to clean up and drop off what's leftover so I have just enough time.

I head over to the park and start setting up. I could have someone help but I want to do this on my own. This is a special moment for both of us.

I re-use the lights I had last time hanging them over a tree. I place a soft blanket down and then the candles. I look around and see what I'm forgetting.

I need to grab the basket and the gift I have for Nova. I can't wait and hope it's okay. I know it's connected to someone else but I hope she won't mind.

I set up the radio with a playlist on Spotify. It has a few songs that remind me of her. Pulling out my phone I shoot Beau a text. 'It's time.' I place my phone in my truck because I wont need it anymore.

I'm waiting for Nova to arrive when I remember something. "Oh shit, the flowers." I rush back to my truck and grab all of the wildflowers that the shop had.

I set them up all around the blanket and the candles. Making sure everything is perfect. I hear a truck pulling into the lot and I see Axel, Beau and Nova. Axel jumps out and opens the door for Nova.

Nova doesn't see me at first and I can see confusion on her face. Axel points over at me and she turns my way. She's in a white dress with yellow flats. I can tell under her coat. I know the guys told her to pick something special out.

She looks beautiful. I can't take my eyes off of her. Axel and Beau take a step back and wave Nova off. Slowly Nova makes her way towards me and I can't wait any longer.

I rush her way and take her hands. Pulling her closer and taking her lips into mine. The kiss isn't long but it's slow and meaningful. I can't ruin this moment.

Pulling away from her even though I don't want to. "How was your day Nova? I missed you." At first she doesn't say anything, she is just taking everything in.

"Madz this is beautiful." Her eyes twinkle along with the lights. "My day was perfect. Everything is perfect." I pull her to the blanket and sit her down. "Why did you set this all up Madz?"

The time has come and my hands are sweating, even with how cold it is outside. I'm glad today is warmer than what it has been. I shake my head and place my focus back on Nova.

"Nova, I knew from the moment I met you that you were someone special." I get down on one knee and Nova's hands fly to her chest. "When my eyes met yours in that shop. I knew what I was going to have with you was forever."

Nova tries to speak but I place my fingers on her lips. "I've never felt like this before, so complete and so full. You fill me with happiness and I never want to live without that feeling."

I continue my speech. "I know we will have some tough times because we're both stubborn but I want to always have those hard times with you by my side."

Tears start flowing down her cheeks and I wipe them away with my thumbs. "You've captivated my heart and my soul. I never want to know what it's like to not have you in my life ever again."

With the final last words in my mind I finally ask the question. "Nova, will you do me the honor of becoming my wife?" I pull out the mug behind me and place it in her hands.

It's a mug that says 'Will you marry me?' I've tied the ring to the handle. Her hands are shaking and she is crying at full force now. She isn't saying anything and I can hear my heart beating.

"You really want to marry me?" Nova says in shock.

"Yes, Nova." I firmly say.

I hope I didn't step over a line with the mug. I knew it had a special meaning between her and her dad. I felt like it was a connection to her father and I that I'll never have.

Nova places the mug down carefully and jumps into my arms. Wrapping hers around my neck. "Yes, I'll marry you Madz. I want to have forever with you."

I feel nothing but happiness. Hugging her tightly to my body. I can't believe she doesn't think I'm crazy and actually said yes. "Thank you baby. Thank you." I hug her tightly.

"Thank you for including my father Madz. He would have loved you." I'm so glad she thinks that. I would have done anything to make him love me if he was still here. "I love you so much."

Pulling away I look into Nova's eyes and I'm met with the biggest smile I've ever seen her share with me. We kiss until my lips are numb and I finally let go of her. Nova shivers and I notice that the temps are dropping fast.

"Let's get you home and warmed up. I'll grab the basket of food and the guys can clean this up." Nova just slowly stands up and grabs my hand. Never letting go of her, we walked back to my truck.

I can feel Nova shaking or is that me. I can't tell. I'm just happy she said yes and I can't wait to spend forever with Nova. Meeting her was the best thing that's ever happened to me.

Just a few more chapters and my story will be completed 🖤