Under the endless canopy of stars, on the soft grass covering the quiet hill, two people lay side by side.
Neither of them spoke for a while.
Their fingers remained intertwined.
The engagement ring resting on Chloe's finger reflected tiny specks of starlight whenever she moved her hand.
The breeze carried the scent of pine trees and fresh earth.
It was peaceful.
The kind of peace Miles had searched for his entire life.
He looked upward at the countless stars.
"Do you think I am dramatic?"
Chloe turned her head toward him.
A smile immediately appeared on her face.
"You are."
"A big one."
Miles looked at her with mock disbelief.
"Really?"
She giggled.
"No."
"There is nothing dramatic about telling the person you love what your heart has carried for years."
She slowly stretched out one hand.
"Give me your hand."
Miles quietly moved his hand toward her.
Instead of simply holding it, Chloe gently wrapped both of her hands around it.
