Love Began with the First Meeting



"They're here!" Molly was wearing a pink and white halter gown while her hair was pulled up with silver diamonds—it was simple but elegant. Shirley looked graceful in her dark red gown and only the lightest hint of make-up. She asked, "Where's Edgar?"

Molly giggled. "I think he's the last to arrive."

"Nothing's really changed. It still drives the women crazy though." Brian looked handsome in his black and white suit matched with a red tie. He seemed to be teasing Molly but they nheless looked very happy together.

Molly glared at him as if asking him to stop. She then grabbed Shirley's arm and said, "Come on, Mom, let's go."

Brian was now alone since they'd left. He ended up being accompanied by Spark, his ex-rival. He couldn't help but feel uncomfortable that he just wanted to get out of there.

Beautiful in her white knee-length dress and tube top combo, Maggie wore her hair loose tucked only by the most beautiful crystal blue hairpin at the sides. She wore a matching necklace and white lace floral bracelet around her wrist. The lights hit the crystal blue hairpin so beautifully that it looked like diamonds. On her feet were two-inch heels that were adorned by the same white lace that she wore around her wrists. Maggie looked like Cinderella that night like she was waiting for her Prince Charming to come before the clock struck midnight.

Benjamin looked particularly handsome too. He made sure that he dressed nicely because he saw how good the others looked. Specifically, he thought Maggie looked amazing that night.

He had a feeling that Maggie was going to be the star tonight. The other four were only there to emphasize further how beautiful Maggie looked that night. But that was just his opinion.

That night, there were also a group of fairly well-known people, and even some TV news personalities at Garden In The Air. Some of the leaders of the S Army were also there like William. It wasn't a surprise that he was there since a third match between the S Army and Dragon Island was coming. There were also a lot of members from the Long Family and members of the Dragon Island Congress. However, Benjamin couldn't seem to find Edgar.

Even Cain and Claire were here already, but Edgar still wasn't.

Maggie had already been informed before that they shouldn't salute the senior military officers and that they could relax for the rest of the party that night. Maggie excitedly approached William. This time, she didn't act like a spoiled child instead she let her silence speak for her.

"Aha..." William smiled, proud to introduce her beautiful daughter to other honored guests. "My daughter looks beautiful, doesn't she?"

Maggie was taken aback to hear this. How could he just blurt out the truth just like that? Not everyone knew about their true relationship. Maggie was overwhelmed with the rush of compliments. William fondly stroked her nose.

Cain didn't seem to bother but Claire was visibly surprised. She always thought she had a higher social stature than Maggie did. That was how she made herself feel better. What she didn't know was that Maggie was William's daughter!

"Dad, why'd you blurt that out just like that?" Maggie asked, pulling William in a corner. She stomped her foot to show she was displeased.

"You got to where you are today by being independent. Why should we hide anything?" William said, grinning. "Let's just enjoy your special night, okay? Anger doesn't suit pretty girls." His eyes were gleaming. "If you don't take this next surprise well, you'll embarrass me, okay? So hold yourself together."

Maggie murmured back, "Well, it must be an ambush, not a surprise!"

William burst out laughing. After which, he gestured for Maggie to step aside for the meantime as he had something to announce.

Maggie left, a bit upset. She turned to Benjamin only to find him talking with Molly. She was thrilled to find this. If she hadn't been so conscious about doing the wrong thing, she would've rushed right to her.

"Molly," Maggie called sweetly. She accidentally looked at the woman next to her whom she promptly greeted too. "Hi, nice to meet you."

"Such a sweet girl. That's so nice!" Shirley was chucking out of amusement.

"Mom, this is Maggie," Molly introduced the two. "Maggie, this is my mother-in-law, Brian's mom."

Maggie was taken by surprise because she didn't expect that this jolly woman in front her would be Shirley. So this really was Shirley! This woman who married the ruler of Dragon Island. She was so strong letting him be able to do that all the while being a good wife to him. Maggie never really envied the romantic story of Romeo and Juliet. Nheless, she thought that Shirley was living the dream. She couldn't imagine anything better than Shirley's life because Shirley was the woman who was able to win the heart of someone like Richie.

For Maggie, even though she was nowhere near Shirley's stature, she was at least happy to have found the love of her life already, Edgar.

As the music blared in her ears, Maggie wasn't sure if it was the simultaneous activities or the crowd of guests but she still couldn't seem to find Edgar no matter how hard she tried to look.

Suddenly, the music stopped. Spark, Wing, Weston, and their daughter Katie walked towards where the band was. Wing sat down behind the piano, while Weston picked up the cello and readied himself in position to play. Meanwhile, Spark and Katie each picked up their respective violins and got in position too.

Four-year old Katie was Spark's favorite student. As Wing and Weston's daughter, she demonstrated extraordinary musical talent even at a young age. She became the youngest student of the Royal Musical Academy in Y Country. She was also the youngest doctor in the world.

Katie raised her fiddlestick and then kick off the show by playing a simple note through her violin. Soon, the rest joined making for a harmonious melody. When they had caught the audience's full attention, Hana quietly approached William.

Satisfaction filled everyone's eyes as they swayed along to the beautiful music. The combination of these four talented people was a rare sight to behold. They were only going to ever see this group perform at Wing's charity concerts but this night was an exception.

The music reminded Maggie of Edgar and how she longed for him all these years. She suddenly missed him so much that she couldn't control herself. She wanted to see him and tell him how she really felt. He would be so proud of her and she would become his supportive wife. She'd be there wherever she was ready to give him a helping hand.

Suddenly, a strong light started glaring, dimming the rest of the lights. The audience tried to see what was in the spotlight amidst the darkness. There Edgar stood in his well-tailored suit holding a bouquet of orange calla lilies. He looked so much better without his military uniform on. In fact, he looked like a god where he was standing like he was emanating charisma and he could attract anyone who stood near him.

The audience was murmuring, wondering what was happening. Benjamin was the first to notice, out of the four. No one expected it to be such a sensation.

The spotlight followed Edgar as he made his way to Maggie. It was as if they were the only two people in the world.

Maggie was taken aback. She didn't know what to do. She never expected this to happen to her. It all seemed too good to be true, like it was all a dream. "Edgar, this is amazing. I feel like I'm in a dream and I don't ever want to wake up. What do I do?"

She seemed concerned which only moved Edgar. "My silly girl, this is real. This isn't a dream."

Soon, the music started to become softer and gentler in nature as if it was urging the audience to keep up with the mood.

Under the spotlight, Edgar got down on one knee, and held up the bouquet and the five-carat diamond ring. "Maggie, these orange calla lilies represent my endless love for you." The diamond ring glittered under the spotlight. He raised his head and continued, "As for the ring, they say that the size of the ring the man uses to propose symbolizes how much he loves the woman. Whether that's true or not, I still hope you know how much I love you."

Maggie shifted her glances among Edgar, the flowers, the ring, and then back at Edgar again.novelbin

"I admit, I rushed last time. I just didn't want you get taken away from me." Edgar's eyes were shining. "But this time, I believe the timing is right. I want you to be happy and I'll do everything to make sure of that. Maggie, will you marry me?"☐☐☐☐☐