Out of the Shadows: Tilda’s Brilliant Second Life

Chapter 698: We’re a Perfect Match

Has he already figured out what Devin has been struggling with?

No… For Jude’s sake, Devin would never tell him the truth before everything is certain.

Maybe…

Jude had already sensed that something was off. He was just waiting for the day Devin could tell him everything himself. After all, they were father and son. Even if they didn’t say anything, they always carried each other in their hearts. Their situation was nothing like Tilda’s and the Jensons!

“I thought about designing a brand-new ring for you, Tilda, but for this first proposal, I think… I want to use this ring to ask you to marry me. This way, it feels like my mom’s watching over our love from above. Ms. Tilda Jenson, will you accept Mr. Jude Bell’s proposal? Will you stay by his side, no matter what life throws your way?”

Faced with the warmth and sincerity in Jude’s eyes, Tilda bit her lip and couldn’t help smiling. “Mr. Bell, do I even have a choice?”

“Of course not. Tilda, you’re my girl. For life. There’s no way you’re getting away now.”

Jude’s smile turned certain and a little smug as he took Tilda’s hand and slipped the ring onto her finger without giving her any room to refuse. The ring fit her perfectly.

“See? It’s just like my mom always said… we’re a perfect match.”

“You’re such a smooth talker… But if you really want to marry me, Jude, you’ve got a long road ahead. You need the approval of my three seniors. And you have to find my mentor…” Tilda started counting the challenges with her fingers. But before she could finish, Jude silenced her with a kiss.

It was a deep, lingering kiss. Only after a long moment did Jude let go. Tilda caught her breath and pouted. “Jude, that’s cheating!”

“Tilda, for you, I’d do anything–even reach for the stars or walk through fire. I don’t care how long or hard this journey is, or how many obstacles are in my way. The only thing I care about… is whether you’ll let me into your heart and let me walk this path with you.”

Jude’s voice was soft. Every word seemed to carry the weight of his soul, filled with tenderness. It came straight from the heart. It was a cry from deep within, resonating with Tilda’s very soul. A man and woman who loved each other so deeply didn’t need words to understand each other.

Tilda drew a deep breath. Right then—

Whoosh!

Fireworks shot into the sky. Showers of brilliant lights lit up the night! Such a beautiful moment… It couldn’t go to waste. Tilda figured this was the perfect time to show the man she loved just how much she loved him. In the glow of the fireworks, her cheeks turned pink. She grabbed Jude’s tie, stood on tiptoe, and kissed him. With that, she took charge. After all…

Tilda was ready to give her answer. It was just a single word. A simple answer could draw their hearts together, closer than ever, for a lifetime.

“Yes.”

That was the promise. As long as they existed, they’d stay together. With the fireworks and all those lights as their witnesses, she vowed herself to him. That kiss was a miracle. It paved the way to forever. Wrapped up in each other’s warmth, they held each other close, never letting go.

Let me be a gentle breeze, so I can always find my way back to your arms.