Once the exhibition ended, it was New Year's.
Marina and Carson had planned a getaway together, flying out the day before New Year's Eve. Their first stop was KY, where they joined the wild crowds for the midnight countdown. Amidst the deafening roar of the countdown, just as the final second ticked away and the fireworks erupted, Carson pulled her in for a fierce, breath-stealing kiss. Her wide, excited eyes flickered with surprise before reflecting the brilliant explosion of colors in the night sky.
Their second stop was Finland. While visiting the Rock Church to listen to the famous organ, they stumbled upon a grand wedding. They slipped into the back of the chapel to witness the couple tying the knot.
The soaring white pillars and the elegant, vintage architecture filled the space with a sense of profound reverence.
Sitting in the back row, Marina watched the bride in her flowing white gown say her vows with such pure joy that it actually brought tears to her eyes.
She couldn't help but hope that marriage was truly the ultimate culmination of love—whether it transformed lovers into soulmates or undeniable family. As long as they never let go of each other's hands, that had to be true happiness.
Right then, Carson's hand tightened around hers. Though he was staring straight ahead, the steady heat of his palm and the strong pulse against her skin felt like a silent vow that she was the only woman on his mind.
When it was time for the bouquet toss, Carson dragged Marina straight into the crowd. "We're just passing strangers! I can't catch the bouquet! Are you out of your mind, Carson?" she gasped.
But Carson completely ignored her, diving headfirst into the chaotic, joyous energy of the moment.
Somehow, against all odds, Carson managed to snatch the bouquet out of the air. Marina immediately turned and bolted. He chased her down, slightly breathless, and thrust the flowers into her hands. "Here you go, sweetheart!"
The crowd quickly swarmed them, cheering and chanting at the top of their lungs. "Marry him! Marry him!" "Kiss! Kiss! Kiss!"
Marina let out a helpless laugh, biting her lip as she looked at him. "Carson, what are you doing?"
"Marry me." Carson dropped to one knee, his face utterly earnest and stripped of his usual playfulness.
With the crowd still screaming around them, Marina frantically tugged at his arm. "Get up first!"

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The readers' comments on the novel: Find me in your labyrinth (Stella and Jonathan)
Another twist, Phoebe will try and hook up with Kai Foster. Thank you for the updates....
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Carson kick Giselle to the curb as a gentleman. He never fails to explain himself to Marina and he always rises to the occasion to come to her rescue. Now that he's assured her that he won't do as his father had done. The ice is breaking. Thank you for the updates....
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Carson can be jealous too. More updates please and thank you for the updates....
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Oooowweeee! This THREW ME COMPLETELY for a loop. Thank you for the updates....
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It's time for Carson and Marina to commit further than the engagement. Looking forward to the updates....
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