All Chapters of The Unexpected Proposal: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

Chapter:52 The Final Decision The silence in the room is almost palpable, stifling, as if the weight of the world is pushing down on them. Elizabeth rests next to Simeon, her head tucked against his chest, the constant beat of his heart, a soothing cadence under her ear. The world outside is peaceful, and stillness is only found when all is on the verge of change. City lights' soft glow flows through the window, creating long shadows across the room.Once so unclear, their future lies before them like an uncharted map ready to be explored. Yet in this quiet, Elizabeth has a growing dread of the unknown that no degree of assurance or love can completely erase. Though the path forward is still uncertain, they have come a long way and battled through much.Her fingertips run over the outline of his shirt. She lets a gentle breath, and her mind is in a knot. She feels as though she is peering down into an abyss from the edge of a cliff. Beyond this now, what is there? What remains to be

Chapter: 54 The Wedding Crisis The enthusiastic wedding planners and friends are filling the air with enthusiastic conversation, and the rehearsal is in full swing. Every thread of lace reminds Elizabeth, standing near the altar, of how far she and Simeon have gone as she adjusts her dress.Though the mood is heated, as if everything is about to change, the setting is lovely—flowers in full bloom, the golden tones of the chandeliers gently illuminating the space.Simeon walks beside her, his hand soft yet deliberate, brushing a lock of hair off her face. His voice is a constant anchor in the chaos of preparations; he tells her, "Everything's going to be perfect."The door opens suddenly, starting them both as they discuss the last details. A tall figure—a guy older, with an air of familiarity that sends a cold shudder down Elizabeth's spine—steps inside the doorway, and the room goes quiet. Though he is dressed smartly, and his presence demands attention, what disturbs her is the fri

CHAPTER 56: The Wedding Day Begins The early light, softly filtering through the drapes, casts a golden glow. Elizabeth stands before the mirror, breath caught in her throat. Delicate and complex, the dress clings to her body strangely yet soothingly. Though it's a sign of her change, a fresh chapter in her life, the burden of what it stands for is difficult to ignore.As she raises her hand to touch the fragile lace at the neckline, the dress's silky fabric brushes against her skin. Every action seems intentional, almost too slow as the expectation rises. Outside, the day's hustle and bustle plays out.Wedding guests are coming, last-minute décor touches are being applied, and Elizabeth stays planted, her head spinning with the magnitude of what is about to occur.Her mirror image seemed nearly foreign. Standing at the edge of eternity, this woman seems different from the one who entered Simeon's life several months before. She is still uncertain but stronger now. A fantasy she fer

CHAPTER 58: The Last Stand They can no longer run. This is the moment they struggle for all they nearly had, all they have lost.Reaching for Elizabeth's hand, Simeon gently and steadily grounds her, stroking his fingers over hers. Quick and unyielding, she can feel his pulse matching hers. His touch promises that we are in this together.He continues, quiet but confident, "We're going back." His brow creases in resolve, his jaw firm. There is no more concealing.Her heart pounding, Elizabeth looks up at him. The church, where it all started, where they had vowed to each other forever, is now the battleground for their future. She understands what this entails. Returning to the church and entering the lion's den isn't only about love. It's about getting back all the world has sought to steal from them.Stepping outside, the night air cools, and the burden of their choice hangs heavy. Though they understand the dangers, there is no turning back. The streets are strangely quiet, as t

CHAPTER 60: The True Beginning Its soft hum mingles with the repetitive wave slap against its hull, and the boat slices through the blue waters. Elizabeth inhales the salty air and feels the warm sun stroke her skin. Beside her, Simeon casts a shadow with his big shoulders to protect her from the midday heat. As intense and unrelenting as the boat under them, his presence is reassuring.A sanctuary of unspoiled beauty, the island looms ahead with white sandy beaches bordered by lofty palm trees. There are no distractions here, no reminders of the world they departed behind. Alone on the great expanse of the ocean, just the two of them beginning a new chapter.Elizabeth's hand slides into Simeon's as they near the shore. The boat slows, and the sand gently laps at the water. Looking down at her, his black eyes mirror the tranquillity of the landscape.His look today is warm and intimate, sometimes obscured by the turmoil of their history. They are free now."Are you ready?" he enquire