ONE YEAR LATER

SOPHIA

I am super proud of myself right now. The girls were freed after my kidnap episode. All his partners were apprehended and I finally got to see Mena again. She and Drew are now an item, though. I smirk at that thought.

Also, today is my convocation ceremony. I'm finally graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Business economics and it's exciting.

I smile to the person sitting next to me and check my wristwatch in worry.

This man was supposed to be here now! I look around and he's no where to be found. I'm really pissed off right now, he has alot of explanations to do.

"Ms. Sophia Farley." My name is announced and I excitedly stand up from my seat to climb to podium and receive my certificate from the Dean.

As I reach the podium, the light turns off and the hall becomes silent. Ed Sheeran's perfect fills the hall in a sweet melody.

The door opens and light rays come on. André shows up walking and smiling to me with Roses in his hands; his attention solely focused on me. This gesture melts my heart. This scene reminds me of the movies and those romantic books I read on wattpad.

I found a love for me
Darling, just dive right in
And follow my lead
Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet
I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

'Cause we were just kids when we fell in love
Not knowing what it was
I will not give you up this time
Darling, just kiss me slow, your heart is all I own
And in your eyes, you're holding mine

Baby, I'm dancing in the dark with you between my arms
Barefoot on the grass, we're listenin' to our favorite song
When you said you looked a mess, I whispered underneath my breath
But you heard it, darling, you look perfect tonight

Well, I found a woman, stronger than anyone I know
She shares my dreams, I hope that someday I'll share her home
I found a love, to carry more than just my secrets
To carry love, to carry children of our own.....

He arrives in front of me and climbs the podium to meet me, love shone in his eyes.

Soon, the lights start coming up bit by bit but this time in form of LED lights spelling the words

'WILL YOU MARRY ME?'.

I gasp in shock and he goes down on one knee.

"Sophia, everyday with you has been amazing. You brought the light I never knew was missen in my life. If I'm to do this over and over again, I'll still pick you. You are the best thing that has ever happened to me and I don't want to waste anymore time with you. Do me the honors, please. Will you marry me?"

"Yes!" I say in excitement. Cheers erupt from the crowd and the hall lights turn back on.

I see all our friends and family smiling at us.

"Thank you, soon-to-be Mrs. Dumont." He kisses me on my lips in front of everybody, making me shy. I hide my face in his chest and everyone laughs.

"How did you pull this off?" I ask.

"Let's say I own major shares in this school?" I smack his arm, reprimanding him for not informing me all these years.

I receive my certificate and I'm lifted off the stage by André resulting to another fit of laughter from the crowd watching us.

He carries me outside and drops me into his car. That night, we had our engagement party in one of his hotels. Two special gifts in one day. My life is finally complete.

SHORT CHAPTER? YES, THIS IS THE FINAL CHAPTER BEFORE THE EPILOGUE.

THANKS TO MY BOOK FAMILY. EVERYONE READING THIS BOOK IS IN THAT FAMILY😢.

THANK YOU FOR MAKING SHADOWED LOVE EXIST. I LOVE YOU ALL. ❤