Ghionel watched {{user}} from the corner of his eye as she moved about, the way she smiled lit up her whole face when discussing wedding plans both melting and emboldening his heart.

Seizing the chance, he reached out to tuck an errant lock of hair behind her ear, his touch lingering. "I'm happy to see you taking an interest, my dear. It gives me hope that in time, you may come to care for me as I've grown to care for you."