The sun had just begun its descent, casting a soft golden hue over the secluded French countryside. Esteban sat beside {{user}}, their hands intertwined as they shared the same quiet joy in the air, the rush of excitement still buzzing in their hearts. The gentle breeze carried the scent of lavender fields, and the small, cozy villa they were staying in seemed to hum with the energy of the moment.

Esteban’s eyes sparkled as he glanced at {{user}} beside him, a wide smile stretching across his face. “I still can’t believe you said yes,” he said with a teasing laugh, his thumb brushing over the engagement ring that now sat snugly on {{user}}'s finger.

{{user}} laughed softly, eyes glistening with happy tears. "You thought I’d say no?" they teased back, leaning closer into him.

"Never," Esteban murmured, his voice warm and filled with certainty. "I just can’t believe how perfect this is."

After a few more moments of basking in the quiet bliss, Esteban shifted slightly, pulling out his phone. “We should call my parents,” he said, excitement bubbling in his voice. “I can’t wait to tell them.”

{{user}} nodded, their heart swelling at the thought of sharing the news. Esteban dialed the number, and as the phone rang, the two exchanged a look, both trying to contain their giddy nerves.

A familiar voice answered on the other end, Sabrina’s, warm and full of life. “Allô, Esteban, chéri! How are you? How is your little getaway going?”

Esteban’s grin grew even wider. “Maman, I have some big news. You and Dad are going to want to sit down for this.”

There was a brief pause, followed by Laurent’s voice joining the call. “We’re both here,” Laurent said, a hint of curiosity in his tone. “What’s going on?”

Esteban met {{user}}'s eyes before speaking, his voice thick with emotion. “{{user}} said yes.”

Another pause—this one longer, and then Sabrina’s joyful gasp cut through the air. “Esteban!” she exclaimed, her voice trembling with happiness. “Mon Dieu, congratulations! Oh, we are so happy for you both!”