Love's Next Door

id her farewell before her upcoming journey. Laughter, chatter, and a hint of sadness filled the air, creatin

music filled the air as the family gathered together to bid Maria farewell. The room was beautifully decorated with different shades of colours, a

rving the emotional scene unfolding before them. They exchanged knowing glances, both feeling the grav

. "Indeed, it is. But I have a feeling that toni

ked at Romano with a raised

ievously as he gestured towa

rew darker, the rooftop came alive with twinkling fairy lights, casting a magical ambience over the space. Selena's heart skipped a beat

ught in her throat. There he was, down on one knee, holding a glistening ring in his hand. The wo

ught so much joy and light into my life. You've been my confidant, my partner-in-crime, and my rock. I c

for attention. She finally managed to find her voice, her words trembling with sincerity. "Romano, you've brought so much love and happiness

He slipped the ring onto her finger, and the rooftop erupted into applause and che

heir hearts beating as one. The night was a culmination of love, not only for Maria's

, laughter, and words of congratulations. Maria, who had been the centre of attention earlier,

he intertwining of destinies. As Selena and Romano looked out at the night sky, they couldn't help but feel that their

y at the farewell party. "I can't believe you're leavi

lena. I'm going to miss you so much. But we'll stay i

d. "You better, Maria. Take care of yourself,

k. "Thank you, my dear friend. And before I forget, co

ading across her face. "Thank you, M

a final embrace before

Maria. Saf

etals on the floor. The gentle strains of romantic music played in the background, wrapping the room in an in

is?" she exclaimed, her

ing on his lips. "I wanted to create a special

ithout a word, he took her hand and led her to the centre of the room. T

o all this," Selena murmured,

leaving hers. "I wanted to. You

hed against hers, a gentle and passionate kiss that sent shivers down her spine. The world around them seem

d a mixture of love and desire as he spoke. "Selena, you make ever

ep into Romano's gaze. "I feel the same way, Roma

ing away a tear from her cheek. "

stepped outside, Selena's breath caught in her throat. The warm glow

ble," Selena whispered, her

as they slipped in, their bodies sinking into the soothing embrace of the bubbles.

about us," Romano murmured, his lip

avouring the sensation

nd aspirations. The sound of their voices was a melody that blended

ter, their bodies relaxed and their heart's content. The connection the

ight would forever be etched in their memories—a night of lo

e had been with Romano for years, building a life together filled with shared memories and experiences. Yet, the allur

ceful expression belied the turmoil that raged within her. She had always admired his unwavering commitment and the way he stood by her sid

through the silence, his eyes

before replying, "Yeah, I'm just thinking about

en, searching her face for any hint of wha

I do... because she is moving to the US," Selena

squeezed it. "You know I am here for yo

his sincere eyes. It was moments like these that made her

ernal struggle. "Selena, I love

k as she responded. "You'

y from her face. "Because you deserve it. Now,

a. As she closed her eyes, Selena's thoughts drifted between the life she

f her life with Romano, filled with comfort and love. The other path was shrouded in mist, hiding both challenges

the vision of herself asked. "You deserve ha

es filled with understanding. "It's not about leaving him behind," the vision

side her, his presence reassuring and comforting. This was the man who had stood by her side thro

indow, Selena made a silent promise to herself