Chapter 0248
Amelia and Jessica, Frank and William, alongside Jia, Michael, and even Charlie were all present.
The entire living room was adorned with roses of various hues, particularly a swath of red petals that spread at her feet and trailed all the way to...
Ethan.
At the end of her gaze, Ethan stood in an exceptionally crisp suit. He always wore suits, but today's seemed especially formal, his hair trimmed a bit shorter.
At that moment, Madison felt someone nudge her. Turning around, she was surprised to see Evel, who had been out of sight for some time, wearing a rare, faint smile. Madison's heart thudded uncontrollably.
Just then, the strains of a violin melody began to fill the air of Mu Lake Splendor Villas.
Ethan approached her, moving in time with the violin's tune.
Madison, aware of what was to come, was nevertheless sweating with nerves.
Reflecting on her first flight lessons and her debut as a captain, she never felt as tense as now.
In just a few strides, Ethan stood before her.
He held no roses, only a seal, which he solemnly placed in her palm.
Madison inspected it closely, her heart squeezing tight.
At that moment, Ethan knelt on one knee, his eyes earnest, "This is the official seal of Mukino International. Unique, mine alone. Now, I wish to give it to you." "I've always believed that entrusting everything to someone is the foundation of trust and confidence."
From his pocket, Ethan produced a ring.
The ring wasn't overly flashy.
Its diamond wasn't of the usual cut but shaped like an airplane.
"Madison, will you marry me?"
As he finished speaking, all eyes around them eagerly awaited Madison's response.
But Madison stood still, not moving.
Ethan's heartbeat accelerated in response.
About half a minute passed before Madison gently bent down, taking Ethan's hand to help him stand.
Ethan's expression stiffened.
Was Madison preparing to reject his proposal?
"Ethan."
She returned the seal to his hand with a gentle tone, "I don't need you to give up everything for our marriage. I have nothing, nothing at all."
Her voice choked with emotion, "All I need... all I want is for you to love me truly; that's all that matters to me."
What was she referring to?
Wealth.
Power.
Fame.
Madison fought back tears, took a step back, and then extended her right hand, "Put the ring on me."
Ethan was stunned.
He had thought she was about to refuse him.
Now, he was astonished by her answer.
She remained as clear and straightforward, as honest and kind as when they first met.
How could he not love such a woman?
"Ooooh!!" Michael was the first to break the silence, leading the applause.
After the ring was on, Ethan couldn't help but pull Madison into an embrace.
Having weathered so many storms over the years, at this moment, he couldn't hold back tears.
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Despite the onslaught of challenges, they never faced conflict or discord between them.
"Madison, thank you."
"Thank you for choosing to love me."
Madison hugged him back, her smile tender, "I should thank you for not despising me."
Ethan's heart clenched.
He pinched Madison's arm, "I won't accept such words. Why on earth would I despise you?" "I've been divorced," Madison could now say this fact calmly.
"I don't care."
"Actually, I'm glad you got divorced. How else could you marry me?"
Ethan pinched her cheek, "Don't bring this up again, hear me?"
Madison let him pinch her, knowing it didn't really hurt, "Okay."
"Congratulations!" Charlie came down clapping, offering his well-wishes.
Michael approached with a sly grin, "Congratulations, may you have children soon."
One after another, their well-wishes filled the air.
Madison blushed, leaving Ethan to deal with everyone.
"Aren't you all supposed to be making dinner?" Ethan tried to usher them out.
Realizing Madison's embarrassment, they quickly dispersed, not wanting to anger President Grant.
Madison kept glancing at the ring on her finger and couldn't resist kissing it.
Ethan noticed, "Why kiss it and not me?"
Madison swiftly stood, wrapping her arms around Ethan's neck, and planted a passionate kiss on his lips.
After the kiss, Ethan whispered close to her ear, "I have another gift for you."
"A gift?"
"After dinner."
Ethan led Madison to the dining room.
Everyone was already chatting there and promptly smiled as the couple entered.
Once everyone was seated, Jia signaled the start of the meal.
Tomorrow was New Year's Eve, and with no pressing matters, they drank a bit more than usual.
Frank was unusually quiet, perhap
mindful of his previous drunken disrespect towards President Grant,
so he dared not ocation.
focusing instead on conversation.
Time quickly moved towards late night.
"Madison."
Ethan gently tapped her shoulder, "Come with me."
Madison, having had a few extra drinks with Charlie and Amelia, was slightly tipsy.
She let Ethan guide her toward the large living room window.
"What is it?"
Ethan tapped the glass, "Look."
Following his direction, Madison looked out.
her gaze settled there, the lights outside Mu Lake Splendor Villas lit up brilliantly.
Beams converged in one direction.
In an instant, the reflection of a massive airplane appeared in Madison's eyes.
A brand new plane, its nose adorned with a red ribbon.
It was an...
Airbus A380.
A new Airbus A380!
Parked at
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Splendor Villas, it seemed to beckon Madison, inviting her to soar with it.
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Madison's heartbeat accelerated, nearly forgetting how to react.
"That... for me?"
Ethan confirmed, "For you."
"From now on, you'll pilot it. You are its captain."
"This is my New Year's gift to you."
His words coincided with the arrival of New Year's Eve.
Madison stood, her eyes brimming with tears.
Her dream lay not far off.
And her dream was a gift from Ethan.
"Let's go take a look."
Ethan took her hand and led her outside.
Braving the bitter wind, Madison dashed towards the brand-new airliner.
From afar, Ethan watched as she embraced the aircraft's nose.
In that moment, he realized how intense her passion truly was.
Madison turned, her eyes red, and shouted, "Ethan, thank you!"
Ethan smiled broadly.
"Ethan, I love you!!"
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