Halo of Hope

ured. They laughed together, dreamed together, and faced challenges hand in hand. The days that followed the engagement were a whirlwind of excitement and planning. Gabriel and Emily foun

ng I've been wanting to ask you." Her eyes met his, her expression a mixture of curiosity and anticipation. He took a deep breath, his gaze unwavering. "I know we're engaged, and marriage is on the horizon. But before we take that step, I want to make another promise to you." Her brow furrowed slightly, a soft smile playing at her lips. "What kind of promise?" He reached into his pocket, retrieving a small box. The sunlight caught the box, making it shine like a secret treasure. He opened it, revealing a delicate bracelet with a single charm—a heart intertwined with an infinity symbol. "Emily," he began, his voice gentle, "this bracelet is a symbol of my commitment to you—a commitment to always support, cherish, and love you. Just as our love is infinite, so are my promises to you." Her eyes welled with tears, touched by his gesture. "Gabriel, it's beautiful." He took the bracelet from the box and gently fastened it around her wrist. Their fingers brushed against each other, a connection that seemed to transcend the physical world. "Emily," he continued, his voice soft as he looked into her eyes, "with this bracelet, I promise to be your partner in every sense of the word. I promise to stand by your side through every triumph and every challenge. And most importantly, I promise to continue cherishing the love that we've built together." Tears slipped down her cheeks as she reached out to cup his face, her touch gentle and filled with emotion. "Gabriel, you've given me more than I could have ever imagined. Your love, your promises—they mean the world to me." He leaned in, thei