Chapter 500 - THE BEAUTIFUL SURPRISE (2/2)

As she followed the fairy lights, her heartbeat became a little faster in anticipation.

She believed in Kaito when it seemed like there was no hope for his return. How could she doubt him when he was next to her?

The beautiful lights led her to a clearing in the middle of the woods. She realised that this area was the location of the small lake, even before she saw it. She had not come to the place because Kaito said it was dangerous.

But once she saw the scene before her, she understood the reason Kaito stopped her from coming to the place. He was preparing a surprise for her.

The lake was not frozen yet since it was only the beginning of winter. The focal point of the feature was the newly built gazebo on the lake. The wooden structure had a traditional look that was enhanced by soft yellow lighting.

Also, countless fairy lights were strung around the clearing, making the entire lake scene look magical. Additionally, water lanterns were floating on the surface of the lake, and the noises from the small forest were like music.

Akira's eyes became misty as she looked at the scene. She started walking to the gazebo, even though she did not see Kaito. Even as tears built up in her eyes and her throat became choked up, there was a smile on her face.

She stepped into the gazebo with an expectant look. She found that petals from cherry blossom trees were scattered on the wooden floor. She wondered where Kaito had gotten the flowers in the cold season when all sakura trees would be bȧrė.

As she was wondering what she was going to do next, she heard the sound of a flute in the air. The music that flowed from the instrument was unfamiliar to her, but she could hear the depth of tones and feelings imbued in it.

Akira stepped forward and waited for the boat with tears in her eyes. The entire scene was out of her expectations. Everything about the night was impossibly perfect because it showed her how much Kaito cared for her.

She swore that she would love him without reserve for all her life.

The music faded as the boat came to a stop at the end of the dock that extended into the lake. Kaito hopped out of the boat and walked towards Akira with measured and sure steps. His face was serious, but there was that twinkle of wickedness in his eyes.

He stopped before Akira and smiled as he had countless times before. His handsome face was all that Akira could see. She wanted to hug him, but he did not give her a chance. He held her hand in his own before getting down on one knee.

”Yamazaki Akira, will you marry me?”