Epilogue.
* People who don't chase their dreams never get to live them. *
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Five months later...
It was February 14 known all over the globe to be a day of love...
And it's grandly celebrated in Paris which is known to be the city of love...
Due to this, all the students in the music department in the college including, Malisa and Franchine were in school recording a love song for the day...
The song was titled, Summer love...
Since Malisa had a very beautiful and Angelic voice, she was in charge of singing the stanzas while the others sang the chorus with her....
They did this for some hours before they were dismissed when the music instructor was finally satisfied with the piece... They had produced.
As their car was parked outside the campus, Malisa and Franchine had to walk through the campus.
Due to this they were able to watch the grand valentine day ceremony in their college...
Students from all departments participated in the celebration...
Singers from different parts of the country were also invited to brace the events.... There were also many love drama's displayed and some other activities too...
" Why don't you participate in the ceremony, Franchine? " Malisa asked...
" Well... I am not interested in participating in it... "
" Oh... Really? " Malisa paused in her steps as she stared deeply at, Franchine.
" Why do I feel like there's something you are really not telling me? " She probed...

Franchine resolve broke as she blushed...
" Oh... Seems like there's really a lot then... " Malisa commented.
" It's nothing much... "
" I don't believe you... " Malisa told her... " So tell me? Who's the Lucky guy? "
" Well... " Franchine paused shyly...
" So? "
" He's... "
Just before, Franchine could complete her sentence, A guy approached her and pecked her on the forehead. " Hey, Babe. "
" Hi... " Franchine reacted shyly...
Noticing this, the guy turned to face, Malisa who had been staring at them silently...
" Good day, Miss Malisa... " He greeted politely...
" Good day to you too... "
" I am Philip, Franchine's boyfriend... " He introduced himself...
" Oh... Nice to meet you, Philip.." Malisa smiled...
" Same here's... " He replied...
" So... "
" Hey, Mali... " Just before, Malisa could finish her sentence she heard, Aiden's voice behind her making her turn...
She was surprised to see him dressed so casually in a white and red outfit just like, Phillip...
She turned to look at, Franchine who Smiled at her...
Only then did realization dawn on her...
So this is what's going on... Uh...
" Hello, Aiden... " Malisa surprised the trio by walking towards, Aiden and hugging him out of her own accord...
Aiden wrapped his arms around her lovingly.... " What do you think of the surprise? "
" Not bad... " Malisa said as they broke the hug...
" President Evans... " Philip and Franchine both greeted with a bow...
" Hello... " He replied before turning to, Franchine. " Thanks for taking care of, Mali... You can leave with your boyfriend I'll take over from here... "
" Alright, President Evans... "
" Hm... " Aiden said before turning to Malisa, " let's go.. "
" Okay... " Malisa nodded and soon they walked away from the sight of the duo...

" They look good together indeed... " Philip commented...
" Of course they do. They are husband and wife. Dummie! " She said hitting his head...
" Ouch that hurts... " He said feigning pain...
" Pretender... " Franchine said rolling her eyes...

" You do know that today is Valentine's... "
" I know, so? "
" We are going out on a date... " He announced pulling her away to the car...
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On the other side...

Malisa was surprised to see that, The jeep Aiden brought with him was actually a red and white one...
' Really? ' She thought...


" Mali why don't you change into something else? " Aiden suggested when they got to the car...
" Aren't we heading home directly? "
" Nope... "
" Oh... So where's the outfit I'll be changing into? " She inquired..
" Here... " Aiden said opening the front door of the car and pulling out a shopping bag and handed it to her...
" Alright... Thanks... " Malisa was about to advance forward when, Aiden stopped her...
" Why don't you change in the car instead? "
" Oh... Is that okay? "
" Yeah... Sure... You should change I'll be back.." He left after opening the door for her...
Malisa found herself smiling at this, he was just so considerate...
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The car screeched to stop at one of the most expensive restaurants in Paris...
The restaurant was decorated with beautiful flowers and other lovely decorativess...
" We are here... " Aiden said seeing, Malisa in a daze...
" Oh... "
Aiden opened the door on Malisa's side and helped her out...
They both walked into the restaurant after, Aiden had locked his car...
Their appearance caused a stir in the restaurant as all eyes fell on them...
Aiden simply took her upstairs to the terrace where their private space was...
Malisa was completely blown away by the sight of the terrace... It was like a fairy tale...
The whole area was covered with beautiful lights, flowers and balloons...
As it was exclusively for them, there was only one table with two chairs for them...
" Let me... " Aiden said pulling out a chair for Malisa to sit.
" Thanks... " She said with a smile...
" You welcome. " He said pulling out a chair himself...
Just then two professional waiters arrived with their deserts...
It consisted of french toasts, gizzards, salad, egg fried rice, chickens and fries...
It looked simple yet appetizing...
It was topped up with a blue wine...
" Do you mind? " Aiden inquired about the wine...
" I don't... " Malisa replied....
" Hm... " He said pouring her a glass of the blue wine.
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After their meal, they chatted about random stuffs till, Aiden asked a question...
" What do you think about becoming my woman? " He asked carefully...
He had been fidgety all day wondering how exactly he was going to go about his proposal... Until at last, he made up his mind to simply go with the flow and just wait for the right time...
And well... He felt that the right time had arrived...
Malisa was surprised hearing that question from him...
Though she had an hunch that something was going on... But she never thought much of it really...
So this is really what's going on...
" Well... That would be an honor really... " The words flowed out of her mouth without hindrance...
It was only when she had said out the words did she come back to her senses... But well... It's too late to take back those words now...
" Then... " Malisa gasped when, Aiden went on his knees in front of her...
" Mali you know... The first day I met you. I felt a deep rooted connection between us... And as we spent more time together I realized that you are the one my heart wants... Give me the honor of becoming your backbone... A shoulder to cry on... The one whom you'll spend your life with... Give me the right to hold your hand till the end of time... So would you be my girlfriend, Mali? "
He had decided in his heart not to put any pressure on her by asking her to become his wife immediately...
She was still young and they still have a lot s time ahead of them...
And she was already his wife on paper... So there's no need to rush...
" Um... Yes... " Malisa replied almost in tears...
Aiden brought out the red diamond ring he had and inserted it gently into her fingers...
Then he stood up and hugged her... " Thanks for accepting my proposal.... "
" The pleasure is all mine... " Malisa replied...
Soon, the music began playing as, Until I found you by Stephen Sanchez, played in background...
" May I? " Aiden requested...
" Yes... " Malisa said placing her hands on his...
Soon the duo began moving their bodies to the music as they celebrated their new reunion...
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Malisa would have never thought this day would come where, the well known, Aiden Evans... Who controlled the business chain of Europe would propose to her...
Like really?
Wasn't she told many times by her parents that she wasn't worthy of being loved?
They told her that getting to an old man with five wives was more than enough for her...
She was abused many times by her peers for having such a cruel faith...
But what now?
Her dreams got her to where she was...
Though it took a while for her to realize it, but looking back now she realized that it was all worth it... The pain. The tears, the abusive words...
Everything....
And when, Aiden finally said those three lettered words she had been unconsciously waiting to hear, it felt like the whole entire world stopped as time also stopped....
" I love you, Mali... " He said those words from his heart as he stared deep into her eyes...
Malisa almost broke down in tears hearing those words...
She was always made to believe that she'll never get anyone to love her as she was not worthy of it...
But what now...
She could see it clearly in, Aiden's eyes... The love, Care, Adoration...
It was there... It was as clear as day so there was no use even denying it.....
Though she could guess from his actions that he loved her...
But hearing him saying it felt different...
" Thank you... " Malisa cried as she felt so overwhelmed...
Aiden who understood what she was feeling embraced her as he consoled her... " It's alright... "
Later when, Malisa felt better, she stared deep into her eyes as she spoke... " To be honest, I don't know what love is as I was not raised with love and I of course haven't fallen in love or seen someone fall in love before.... But if love is the sense of longing to be with someone, The willingness to give yourself to someone. The intense feeling of wanting to care for someone and make the person happy and proud.... Then, The truth is, I love you too, Aiden.... "
Aiden was left stunned by her confession... It was just too priceless...
He didn't say anything but simply pulled her closer to himself... Placing his fingers on her chin... He stared at her rosy lips as he covered it with his...
At first, Malisa was stunned by his move... But soon she reacted and began kissing him back...
They stopped when they were almost out of breath... Aiden placed his forehead on here as he stared deep into her eyes.... " I love you, Mali.... "
" Love you too, Aiden.... " Malisa said staring deep into his eyes...
At that moment, they was a shooting star... Which signified promises and love being invoked.
An unbreakable bond was formed right at that moment.... On Valentine's...
Somehow, Breakaway by Kelly Clarkson...
Malisa's favorite song began playing in the background making her reminisce the past.
She realized that indeed dreams do come true...
And one thing to be noted is that, Dreams do make ways for the dreamer.
So we should simply follow our dreams... As they know the way....
Never give up on your dreams!
Keep Pursuing it till you fulfill it!
Keep aiming!
Never stop for anything!
You can do it!
Be Persistent!
Because, dreams are meant to be fulfilled... You also won't know just how great you can be until you've fulfilled your dreams....
So what are you waiting for?
Go hunt for your dreams!
They are waiting for you!
Don't keep them waiting!
Pursue them!
You can do it!
THE END.