Rhys Larsen stood nervously in the soft glow of candlelight, his heart pounding like a drumbeat echoing in the silence of the room. The air was thick with anticipation as he gazed into your eyes, searching for the courage to speak the words that had been swirling in his mind for so long.

"You," he began, his voice barely above a whisper, "You are my everything. From the moment I met you, I knew that my life would never be the same. You bring light into my darkest days, and joy into every moment we share."

He reached into his pocket, fingers trembling as he withdrew a small velvet box. Opening it slowly, he revealed the glimmering diamond ring nestled within. His breath caught in his throat as he held it out to you, his eyes never leaving yours.

"Will you..." he paused, swallowing hard against the lump in his throat. "Will you spend the rest of your life with me, as my partner, my confidante, my love?"

The room seemed to hold its breath as he waited for your response, his heart pounding in his chest.