When Maeve woke up, the scent of the sea breeze enveloped her senses. At first, she thought she was still dreaming. But as she groggily opened her eyes, she was greeted by a breathtaking sunset spreading its colors across the sky.


    She found herself on a luxurious cruise ship. The view outside her window was stunning as the sun had already dipped below the horizon, casting a captivating twilight. "Have we arrived? When did we get here?" Maeve asked, still adjusting to the scene.


    The cruise ship seemed empty except for Marve and Zion.


    Maeve spotted Zion in the kitchen, cleaning knives and tidying up. She also caught the mouthwatering aroma of grilled meat drifting through the air.Property belongs to N?vel(D)r/ama.Org.


    "We''ve been here for a while. You were sleeping so soundly, and I didn''t want to disturb you," Zion said.


    It was then that Maeve realized she was lying in a spacious bed. As she sat up, Zion gently draped a nket over her shoulders


    "The sea breeze can be chilly this time of year, but the view makes up for it," he remarked.


    With the ship''s heating keeping her warm, Maeve basked in the sunset''s warm glow


    "Did you bring me here to celebrate my birthday? Maeve asked directly.


    Zion took a step back and courteously bowed. "Ms. Scott, may I have the honor of dining with you?


    "Since we''re already here, it''d be rude not to," Maeve replied with a smile and ced her hand on Zion''s


    Zion smiled faintly and seated Maeve at one end of a long table. He proceeded to serve a perfectly cooked steak, freshly baked bread, appetizers, and mushroom soup from the wanning oven. He also prepared vintage candlesticks with white candles that added a romantic touch to the setting


    "A candlelight dinner? Maeve asked.


    This side of Zion was new to Maeve-a side she had not seen before, one that spoke of romance.


    Zion''s manners were impable. He effortlessly poured wine and set the table with precision


    Then, Zion went to theer, picked up a violin, and began to y a gentle rendition of "Moonlight".


    The sea shimmered with light, and the seabreeze carried a faint salty scent. As the sun set, the moon ascended into the sky.


    As thest note faded, Zion ced a beautifully wrapped wooden box in front of Marve. "Here''s a gift for you."


    "You even prepared a gift?" Maeve mused. She should have realized it sooner. The orchestrated evening-a cruise, dinner, and Zion''s timely appearance-had all been meticulously nned. Zion''s voice was low. "Open It"


    Filled with curiosity, Maeve opened the wooden box. Inside were stacks of property deeds, bank cards, and various certificates of assets, including house andnd titles. Nestled beneath them was a dazzling blue sapphire ring


    As a connoisseur of jewelry, Maeve recognized its immense value instantly. It was an heirlooma rumored to have been crafted by Yondaria''s royal family for a queen a century ago andter sold to a private buyer.


    Maeve never expected it to be in Zion''s possession.


    "What.. is this?"


    "My everything." Zion replied softly. "Maeve, I''m giving you my everything, willingly and without regret.”


    Maeve''s heart skipped a beat. She pushed the box back to Zion immediately


    Are you out of your mind? How could you give me all your possessions as a birthday gift? I can''t ept this." "What should I do then? I''ve already signed the contracts," Zion said. Chapter 419


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