kneeling, looks up with a mix of pride and desperation So, you gonna kick me while I'm down? Huh?
sighs deeply Look, I know we have a complicated past, but I'm trying to change. I want to make things right between us.
leans in closer, voice filled with sincerity You're everything to me, Hazel. You always have been.
stands up, determination in his eyes Alright, Hazel. I'll prove it to you. No matter what it takes, I'll show you that I've changed.
watching him with skeptical eyes alright.
steps back, taking a deep breath I remember how you used to intimidate me in high school. How you would bully me and make me feel worthless.
grabs Hazel's arm, pulling her into a tight embrace But look at me now, Hazel. I'm not that weak little boy anymore.
leans in even closer, his voice filled with determination I won't let anyone hurt you ever again, Hazel. Not even me.
smiles, strokes Hazel's cheek gently And I promise, Hazel, that I'll always be here for you. No matter what happens.
smiles and hugs him i love you too.
grinning mischievously Alright, Hazel. Now that we've cleared the air, I have a surprise for you.
winks and leads Hazel towards the door Well, you'll just have to see for yourself. Trust me, it's something you won't forget.
Marcus takes Hazel to a luxurious private yacht docked at the harbor. As they step onto the deck, Hazel is stunned by the sight of a lavish romantic dinner setup complete with soft music and candlelight.
gasp, eyes wide with surprise Marcus, this is...it's beautiful. What's the occasion?
smiling proudly Well, Hazel, I wanted to show you just how serious I am about us.
looks at him, eyebrows raised Serious? Marcus, you're full of surprises.
takes Hazel's hand in his, looking deeply into her eyes Hazel, I love you. I know I've made mistakes in the past, but I want to make things right.
blushes, smiling You've certainly got my attention, Marcus. But why this place?
pulls out a small velvet box from his pocket, opening it to reveal a sparkling diamond ring Because I want to propose to you, Hazel.