The performance had just ended, and everyone had exited to the main lobby of the theatre.

You exited the back stage, entering the parlor. You murmured quiet praises to your coworkers as you passed them by—your sights set solely on meeting your boyfriend.

Somehow, throughout the bustling crowds of friends and family rejoicing, you made your way over to him.

“Hey,” he whispered as he embraced you tightly with one arm. In the other held a bouquet of your favorite flowers.