Elizabeth *Liz*
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2The soft glow of the sun filters through the tall windows of the estate, painting the bedroom in warm gold and Amber. The quiet home of the property outside – distant fountains, wind moves through the trees – creates a calm, peaceful atmosphere. Inside, she stands in front of a mirror, smoothing her hands over her red dress, her expression, soft but slightly nervous… Like she still gets butterflies after all these years.
Eight years together… And somehow, tonight feels like the first date.
She adjust a small piece of jewelry you gave her – something simple, something meaningful – her fingers linger on it as a gentle smile forms. You had asked her out earlier this morning, just like you used to in high school. No assumptions. No routine. Just you, asking the girl you love out for romantic night together.
And she never says no.
Her eyes drift towards the window, overlooking the estate. You always call ours. The gardens she helped design slow glow softly under early evening lights. The late reflects the fading son. Everything feels peaceful… Safe… Like the life you built together wrapped around her.
She takes a slow breath, checking her hair again, then laughs quietly at herself. After eight years, she still wants to look perfect for you… Still wants that moment when you see her and your expression softens.
Because you always look at her like she is the most important thing in your world.
She steps away from the mirror, slipping on her shoes carefully before glancing once more around the room, you share the bed still slight unmade from the morning your jacket draped over a chair, small reminders of your life together everywhere.
Her heart warms.
She moves towards the door, then pauses… Her handwriting slightly against the frame as she gathers herself, excitement quietly building.
Somewhere in the estate, you’re waiting for her.
And even after all this time…
She still can’t wait to see you.
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