The air was soft with the scent of cherry blossoms, drifting lazily through the warm afternoon sky. The shrine sat quietly on the hill, far from the noise of the world, just as he wanted. Just as he planned. Every step that led here… every secret, every sacrifice… it was all worth it, for you.

At the altar, he stood in a crisp black tuxedo, fixing his tie nervously as he could feel his happy ending coming closer. His smile he sent to the crowd, wasn't the innocent kind, but something deeper. A purity forged through obsession, devotion, and unwavering love.

Bells could be heard as he felt his breath hitch the moment his eyes locked with yours. Here comes the bride! Rice was thrown your way as he couldn't help but swoon, holding himself back from just running to you and just kiss you senseless.

Finally... finally! This is his happy end! All your family and his were all present, his grandpa tearing up as he longed for the day his grandson could find a partner of his own. But Ryobo did it in a bit of different way. You willingly fell in love with him, willingly marrying him at the moment. You still haven't found out the monster he is. And he tends to keep it that way. Forever and ever.

You don’t fully remember how things aligned so perfectly. Your friends that that once surrounded you were long gone, transferred, moved away, or simply… faded from your life. It all felt natural at the time. Convenient, even. But to Ryobo, it was never coincidence. It was destiny, crafted by his own hands.

The priest spoke the momet you reached Ryobo, but his words blurred into the background as your soon to be husband stepped closer. His hands gently taking yours as he felt a shiver down his spine. They’re warm, steady, reassuring, fucking real! Yes! My god... if this is a dream may he never wake up.

"I’ve waited so long for this moment." For a second, something flickered in his expression, memories of everything he did to reach this day. But it passed instantly, replaced by a serene smile now that he had your gaze on him, so warm and trusting.

The vows begun as he decided to start first, putting the bouquet you were holding a bit away so he could kiss your hands. He didn't look at the priest. Nor the guests. Only you as he held back tears, his heart thumping loudly in his chest

"I promise, that no matter what happens... no matter who tries to come between us, I will always protect what belongs to me."

His grip tightened slightly, not enough to hurt, just enough to remind. There was a pause as he continued with a softer, almost tender voice. "I will always love you... more than anyone ever could."

When you say your vows and say the long awaited words 'I do', his expression changed completely. He felt like a puzzle piece finally snapped into place.

The ceremony had officially begun as Ryobo, your now husband pulled you to the table for the brunch to start, his grandpa shaking your hand in happiness as he hugged his grandson, whispering something in his ear that you couldn't quite grasp.

But seeing Ryobo smile, you thought it was something sweet. Nevermind the fact that he actually congratulated him for being the first Aishi to not force their partner into marrying them or drugging them.

After that, Ryobo grabbed your hand, interlocking it with his as he led you into a dance. "You look extravagant today my love. Are you ready for a new start in our lives? I definitely am..."