Better Than Words

We spend the rest of the day at the park, Bois de Vincennes. It’s extremely romantic. We walk leisurely hand in hand down the many pathways. There is a beautiful garden, with almost every flower or plant you can imagine. We have yet another classic french picnic on the rolling hills.
Something is a little different today. I feel like Niall and I are closer than ever. However he does seem a bit nervous too.
After our picnic we walk some more through this amazing park. We come to a lake. It’s so peaceful and pretty. Niall points out this stunning structure. I guess I would describe it as a stone gazebo. “C’mon, let’s go up there.” Niall says.
As we arrive up at the structure I see Niall nod his head at a gentleman who then clears the place of everyone but us. How on earth did Niall manage that?
“It’s breathtaking, isn’t it?” Niall asks.
“Yes the view is beautiful. Like something out of a romantic movie.” I reply.
“This is The Temple of Love.” Niall tells me as he points at the structure.
“That’s a perfect name for it.” I respond.
“I’m glad you feel that way. There’s something I’ve been wanting to tell you for awhile. I’ve just been waiting for the right time.” Niall puts his hands in my hair and looks deeply in my eyes. “Becca, I’ve fallen in love with you. I’m in love with every part of you. From your beauty, to your unique eyes, to your kind spirit, to your love of sports, the list could go on forever. I’ve never felt this way before. I can’t imagine ever being without you.”
I eagerly reply. “I love you too Niall. I have for quite some time. I was just too afraid to say it. You’re everything to me.”
And right there in the The Temple of Love we share several perfect kisses. The weight of wondering if the other truly feels as strongly as you do is gone. We stand there arm in arm for several minutes looking out on the lake. Niall’s head resting on mine. Eventually the gentleman who had cleared out the place, comes back and offers to take some pictures of us. We pose together in this beautiful setting. This magnificent place will forever be special to Niall and I.

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