Athena's POV

It's been a few days since the book launch and everything has been amazing. It's currently noon on a beautiful sunny Sunday. I just finished making lunch and I'm setting up the table.

"Bubby lunch is ready," I screamed as I stood at the foot of the staircase. My endearments for Max keeps on changing. Sometimes I call him Bub, Bubby, Boobs and random things like that. I even called him my chicken nugget once.

"It smells wonderful in here," Max said as he came down the stairs. He pecked my lips before he sat down. Taking my seat, we both started eating. It warms my heart seeing him liking the food I made.

"You like it, Love," I asked him as he moaned. I giggled as he looked at me. "You make the best food, little dove," he said as he took another bite of his steak. He looks so adorable. "Thank Bub," I said as I smiled at him.

We were talking about random things for the rest of lunch. I truly enjoy those small moments that I spend with him. As we finished eating, Maria came in and started cleaning up. "Thank you, Maria," I said as she wiped the table. "It's my job. Don't say thank you," she said with a smile.

Time passed by as we sat on the couch, watching FR.I.E.N.D.S. "Love, why don't we go and get ready for our date tonight," Max said as he drew circles on my thigh with his fingers. "Yeah sure, Bubby. We are leaving at five right," I asked him as I got up. "Yes, you have an hour to get ready," he said as he held my hand started pulling me up the stairs.

"Ok Bubby, remind me where we are going," I said sneakily because he refused to let me know. "Nice try little dove but it's a surprise," he said. I just rolled my eyes at him. "No harm in trying," I said under my breath.

Max went to take a shower first while I picked out my outfit. I decided to wear a wine red maxi dress which had floral print all over it. The dress was off the shoulder and it was comfortable. Just then, Max came out of the shower. "Bubby, look. Do you like this dress or should I put on something fancier," I asked as I held the dress up. "I like it," he said while drying his hair with his towel.

I went to take a shower and then started getting ready. Max was watching TV downstairs while waiting for me. It took me only twenty minutes to get ready. I just had to slip on the dress and put my sandals on. I didn't feel like putting makeup on so I skipped that. "All done," I said to myself as I looked at my appearance in the mirror.

"I'm ready, Bubby," I said as I reached the living room where Max was. "Beautiful," Max said as he got up and made his way towards me. "Oh you don't look bad yourself, Mr Knight," I said. He pulled out a bouquet of flowers from behind which I didn't notice before.

"They are beautiful," I said as I took the flowers. "I never thought sunflower and red roses would look this good together," I told him as I walked to the kitchen to put the flowers in a vase. "I'm glad you like it, Love," Max said. I couldn't help but smile at his sweet action. "Okay let's go now," I said as I joined him back in the living room.

About half an hour later, we reached what seemed to be a small cliff which overlooked the grand blue sea. "We are here," Max said as he got out. John came and opened the door for me and Max was waiting right in front with his hands out for me to hold.

Holding his hand, he led me towards the small cliff. I could see something lit up as we walked closer. As we got closer, I could see the beautiful arrangement that sitting in front of us. There was a big wooden contraption that was standing there. Twinkly lights and flowers were tangled all around it. A blanket was also spread on the ground with pillows. Just in front of that was a cute table set up with some candles and cutlery.

As soon as I saw the beautiful set up in front of us, I was dumbfounded. "That is so beautiful," I said as I felt my heart warming up. I felt like crying. Max is the only person who always does such crazy things for me.

Unknowingly, a tear escaped and strolled down my cheek as I took in the view in front of me. "Love, don't cry," Max said as he turned me so that I was facing him. "Thank you Max. I love you. This feels magical," I said as I cupped his face and pulled him in for a kiss. "Anything for you, Love," he said.

We sat down just in time to enjoy the gorgeous sunset. "This is breathtaking," I said as we watched the waves crash onto the shore. The cliff was not even that high. There was a lot of people on the beach. "Bub, there are a lot of people on the beach," I said as Max came and joined me at the edge. "Yea each year, people come and release lanterns at eight at night," Max said as he hugged me from behind.

I should wait till that time to give him the surprise I have for him. I am so excited for later. "Let's eat," Max said as I saw John coming towards us with a picnic basket. "Thank you John," I said as he put the basket on the table.

We enjoyed our nice dinner and talked about anything and everything. "Look Bub, it's nearly time for them to release the lanterns," I said as I got up and waited patiently for the lanterns.

Looking down, I could see all the people lighting up there lanterns. They all countered down and all released the lanterns. It looked magnificent. The pitch black sky was now being lit with the hundreds of lantern.

"Bubby look," I said excitedly at the sight in front of me. I turned around to see if Max was looking at the spectacle as he was not beside me. As I looked back at him, I gasped. Max was down on one knee with a ring box in his hand. "Max," I whispered as I looked at him.

"Athena, I know we didn't start our relationship the right way. Everything was for pretense. But truly I was actually intrigued by you. The first time you came to my meetup, I swore to see you again and find out why you said that I was your savior. From that point, I didn't realise that I already starting to fall for you. Now I'm madly in love with you. Everyday that I spend with you, I end up loving you more and more. I wanted to make it right this time to finally make you mine. So Athena Cordelia Demetrius, will you make me the happiest man in the world by marrying me," he said.

At this point, I was already crying. "Yes," I choked out in sobs. "Aww Love. Don't cry," he said as he slipped the engagement ring before removing the former one. "I love you, Max," I said as he cupped my face. "I love you too, little dove," Max said as he wiped my tears away. "Also Bubby, I'm pregnant," I said as I looked into his eyes. He froze for a second as he took in my words.

"We are having a baby," Max said under his breath. "Yes, a little baby," I said as I watched his demeanor. He picked me up and started spinning around excitedly. "I'm going to be a dad," he screamed out as I smiled. Oh how I love this man.

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