Arin couldn't concentrate on his royal duties. His mind kept wandering back to Lyra and their conversation in the forest. He couldn't shake the feeling that he had found something special in her. The more he thought about it, the more he knew he had to see her again.
Days turned into weeks, and Arin became increasingly restless. He knew he had to take a chance and find a way to be with Lyra. He began to formulate a plan, knowing it wouldn't be easy.
One evening, as he strolled through the castle gardens, he saw a shooting star streak across the sky. He made a silent wish, hoping that Lyra would somehow sense his longing and find her way back to him.
The next day, Arin received a message from an unknown sender. His heart skipped a beat as he read the words: "Meet me at the old oak tree in the forest at midnight. -L"
Arin's excitement was palpable. He knew it had to be Lyra. He couldn't wait to see her again and pour his heart out.
At midnight, Arin made his way to the forest, his heart racing with anticipation. Lyra was already there, her eyes shining in the moonlight. They stood before each other, the tension between them palpable.
"I knew I'd see you again," Lyra said, her voice barely above a whisper.
Arin took a step closer, his heart pounding in his chest. "I've been thinking about you nonstop," he confessed. "I don't care about the odds or the differences between our worlds. I want to be with you, Lyra."
Lyra's face softened, and she took a step closer. "I've been thinking about you too, Arin. I feel a connection with you that I've never felt before."
Arin took another step closer, his eyes locked on Lyra's. "I want to spend the rest of my life making you happy, Lyra. Will you marry me?"
The air was filled with anticipation as Lyra looked at Arin, her eyes searching for reassurance. Then, a smile spread across her face. "Yes, Arin. I'll marry you."
As they hugged, the stars above twinkled in approval. Arin knew that their love would face many challenges, but he was ready to face them head-on.
The proposal marked the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. They knew they would have to navigate the complexities of their different worlds, but they were determined to make their love work.
As they stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, Arin knew that their love would conquer all. Little did they know that their happiness would soon be put to the test.