As soon as the words of acceptance left her mouth, cheering from their spectators burst forth, creating a merry air.
Flashes of camera lights intensified around them as he took her hand and slipped the ring onto her engagement finger. Then he rose to his feet and drew her into his arms, his fingers, caressing her hair.
The musicians who had paused the music and joined in the cheering, began to play a soft tune.
Her arms came up around him, even though she felt like disappearing from everyone’s gaze. She was glad that he was holding her, even though he was the one she was afraid of. Still, he was the danger she had no choice but to embrace.
The ambiance surrounding them was ecstatic.
“The first step is done, Elizabeth.” He said roughly against her ear. “I cannot wait to welcome you int
