Chapter 43

Ariana's POV -

"I've been waiting to hear those words come from your lips," Alex says quietly, the corner of his lips tugging upwards into a smirk. I let out a small chuckle, my eyes brimmed with tears. He moves so he's kneeling down on one leg in front of me. His large hands cup my cheeks, wiping away the stray tears.

"Careful there Alex, it looks like you're about to propose," I joke, leaning my cheek into his palm. His skin radiates warmth and I physically relax from...