"Mon!" Yuki exclaimed so early in the morning rushing into my room.
I groggily woke up to Yuki's persistent nudges, unsure of what was going on. "What's going on?" I grumbled, my voice muffled by the pillow I was hugging tightly.
Yuki didn't provide any explanation, simply instructing me to go downstairs. Irritated by the early morning disruption, I complained, "It's too early for pranks, Yuki." I turned my back to her, seeking refuge under the covers of my warm blanket.
However, Yuki wasn't deterred. She removed the blanket from me and insisted, "I need you downstairs, Mon. Get up now!" Her tone was serious, indicating that this wasn't just some prank. Reluctantly, I dragged myself out of bed and followed her downstairs, wondering what could be so urgent this early in the morning.
As Yuki and I descended the stairs, I was taken aback to see my parents standing at the foot of the staircase, wearing expectant smiles. It was an unusual sight for a regular morning.
As I reached the bottom step, I was startled to hear Nop's voice calling my name. Confused, I turned to see him hiding on the other side of the stairs. My heart skipped a beat as he emerged, dropping to one knee with his hands outstretched, a ring gleaming on his fingers.
Surprise and disbelief flooded over me as I realized what was happening.
"Mon, from the moment I met you, I knew you were someone special. You've brought so much joy and love into my life, and I can't imagine a future without you by my side.
Every moment we've shared together has been a treasure, and I cherish each memory we've created. You've shown me what it means to truly love someone unconditionally, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of your life.
Today, I stand before you with all my love and devotion, ready to take the next step in our journey together. Mon, will you do me the honor of becoming my wife? Will you marry me and make me the happiest man in the world?"
As Nop finished his heartfelt speech, he gazed into Mon's eyes, his heart filled with hope and anticipation.
Mon's heart swelled with emotion as Nop's heartfelt proposal left her teary-eyed with overwhelming joy. She felt a rush of love and gratitude for the man standing before her, pouring his heart out in such a vulnerable moment.
With tears glistening in her eyes, Mon took a moment to compose herself before responding. She looked deeply into Nop's eyes, seeing the love and sincerity shining through his teary gaze.
"Nop," she began, her voice trembling with emotion, "Yes, a thousand times yes! I would be honored to spend the rest of my life with you."
As Mon's words filled the room, Nop's eyes brimmed with tears of happiness, mirroring her own. With a joyful smile, he pulled her into a warm embrace, feeling a deep sense of gratitude and love for the woman who had just agreed to share her life with him.
With a radiant smile, Nop broke the embrace and gently took Mon's hands in his own. With trembling fingers, he carefully slid the ring onto her finger, sealing their commitment with a symbol of their love.
Yuki and Mon's parents, overwhelmed with joy and emotion, couldn't contain their happiness. They erupted into applause, their faces beaming with delight as they witnessed this beautiful moment between Nop and Mon.
Tears of joy streamed down Mon's cheeks as she admired the ring on her finger, feeling the weight of Nop's love and devotion. In that moment, surrounded by their loved ones, Mon knew that she was exactly where she was meant to be.
Mon playfully teased Nop, "Can you redo your proposal when I actually look good and not in my pajamas?"
Nop chuckled softly, his eyes filled with adoration. "Mon, you are beautiful no matter what clothes you're wearing."
Yuki, ever the practical one, interrupted their banter. "Alright, enough flirting, Mon. Let's give you a chance to dress up properly for the breakfast Nop prepared in the garden."
Mon grinned at Nop, squeezing his hand affectionately. "I'll be back, Love," she promised before heading off to get ready.
Nop smiled after her, his gaze filled with love and anticipation. "I'll be waiting for my princess," he called after her.
Yuki shook her head, amused by her friends' antics. "You two are too much, let's go Mon!" she chuckled, ushering Mon away to get ready while Mon's parents laughed along with them.
As Mon and Yuki returned, Nop stood up from the garden table where he had been waiting patiently. A warm smile lit up his face as he approached them, pulling out chairs for both Mon and Yuki to sit.
"Good morning, my loves," Nop greeted them, his eyes shining with happiness. "I hope you're both hungry. I've prepared breakfast for us to enjoy together in the garden."
Mon and Yuki exchanged smiles, feeling touched by Nop's thoughtfulness. They took their seats at the table, ready to savor the meal and cherish the precious moments spent together as friends.
As they sat down to eat, Nop couldn't help but steal glances at Mon, the woman he would soon call his wife. With each glance, he felt a surge of gratitude and awe that she had chosen him to share her life with.
"You're truly beautiful, Mon," Nop said sincerely, his eyes soft with affection. "I feel incredibly lucky to be the man who gets to marry you."
Mon smiled, her heart swelling with love. "And I feel just as lucky to have you as my husband-to-be, Nop. You're a true gentleman."
Yuki, always one to inject a bit of humor, couldn't resist chiming in. "Mon, you're lucky I didn't pursue Nop the moment I met him."
Nop chuckled, feeling a bit sheepish. "Sorry, Yuki, you are my friend but I didn't even notice you when we met. My eyes have been on Mon since day one."
Yuki jokingly exclaimed, "Ouch, Nop! That hurts! I thought we had a special connection from day one!"
They all laughed together, knowing that Yuki's remark was meant in good fun. Despite the playful banter, their friendship remained strong, and they cherished the lighthearted moments they shared together.
The next day, Mon couldn't help but admire the engagement ring Nop had given her, and her gaze seemed to be fixated on it throughout the day. Yha, her observant officemate, noticed and couldn't resist teasing her about it.
Yha remarked, "Someone seems deeply in love, staring at that ring all day."
Chin joined in, asking, "So when's the big day, Mon?"
Mon chuckled, "Nop and I haven't talked about the details yet."
Chin jokingly suggested, "Better do it soon before Nop changes his mind."
Yha quickly intervened, "That's not a good joke, Chin. You might put Mon in a bad mood."
Just then, Mon's phone rang, displaying Nop's name on the screen. With a smile, Mon showed her phone to Chin and Yha, saying, "No chance of that happening. Nop is under my spell."
Mon bid farewell to her teasing officemates and answered her phone, ready to meet Nop who was waiting for her outside their office.
As Mon and Nop met, Nop greeted her with a warm smile and handed her favorite drink. He then took Mon's bag and gently held her hand as they walked together.
Mon raised an eyebrow teasingly. "Hmm, are you trying to butter me up or did you do something wrong, Nop?"
Nop chuckled at Mon's playful comment, "No, I just want to make sure you're refreshed and comfortable, my dear. Plus, carrying your belongings is the least I can do."
Nop laughed, shaking his head. "Just trying to be a good boyfriend, that's all."
Mon replied, her tone firm yet understanding, "I don't buy that excuse, Nop. I know you too well."
Nop hesitated, his expression sheepish as he started to confess, "Well, there's this one car race event that I've been wanting to register for..."
Mon interrupted, her frustration evident, "You know how much I dislike your racing hobby, Nop."
Nop insisted, "But this will be my last one before our wedding. It's like my farewell event for it."
Mon sighed, her expression softening as a supportive girlfriend. "Fine, but only if you promise that this will truly be the last one. After this, no more racing."
Nop nodded eagerly, relieved that Mon agreed. "I promise, Mon. After this event, I'll hang up my racing gloves for good."
Mon nodded, accepting Nop's promise, and Nop opened the car door for her. As they settled into the car, Nop took the driver's seat, ready to drive Mon home. The engine roared to life, and they are began their journey, to enjoy the quiet companionship and the familiar route that led to Mon's home