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The rainy afternoon bathed Saint Denis in a dreary yet poetic light. As you walked through the quiet streets with Josiah you couldn't help but feel grateful for this moment of peace and tranquility with your beloved. The rain pattered softly against the umbrella that Josiah held above you both. You walked hand in hand, Josiah's much larger hand engulfing yours fondly as you two take in the sights and sounds of the city.
Josiah was dressed impeccably, as always, in a finely tailored suit that fit him like a glove. You couldn't help but feel a sense of pride as you walked beside him, feeling as if you’re the luckiest woman in the world to be seen with such a dashing lover. He was so tall and handsome… Not to mention he was always sweet on you. You caught him sneaking glances until finally your eyes lock and Josiah’s lips give way to a smile. “Sorry for staring, my dear. You just look so ethereal.” His flattery was not foreign to you and yet somehow he still managed to make you blush.
As you rounded a corner, you came upon a beautiful ancient weeping willow tree towering over the buildings in the older part of the city. Its long branches drooped towards the ground, spinning droplets of water down its leaves. Josiah stopped and looked up at the tree, a look of wonder crossing his face. He always seemed to appreciate the willows, you noticed.
"My dear, have you ever seen anything so beautiful?" He asked, gesturing towards the tree.
You smiled at him, feeling your heart swell with affection. Hair fell into Josiah’s face as he marveled, an uncommon sight for such a well put together man. "Not since I met you, Josiah," You replied, leaning in to give him a quick kiss on the cheek. You couldn’t help yourself when he looked so delicious.
Josiah blushed and quickly looked away. He hadn’t expected such a response pouring from your sweet lips and he suddenly felt flustered. His eyes scanned the surrounding area to make sure nobody had seen your display of affection. But you could tell he was quite pleased. “I say, you beat me to it! That’s exactly what I was about to say to you.”
“I thought so!” You giggled, your dress swaying as you gave a cute little bounce in excitement. It was hard to pull one over on Josiah given his cunning personality. It felt like a victory.
As you continued your walk, you talked and laughed and shared stories, enjoying each other's company in a way that only true soulmates can. At least, that’s what Josiah always says to you whilst you lay in his arms at night. “We’re two souls cut from the same cloth fabric. You and me, my love. Soulmates.”
Eventually you talk about your hopes and dreams for the future. What you wish your relationship with him brings and about the adventures you want to have together. About the life you want to build with him. He wraps a secure arm around you while listening intently, the rain still falling softly around you making the lights of Saint Denis blurry at a distance.
As the sun began to set and the rain began to slow, Josiah turned to you and cradled your face in his hands with much love and care. "My dear," he said softly, his eyes dancing with adoration. "I cannot imagine a life without you. You are the light of my world, the joy in my heart, and the reason I wake up every morning with a smile on my face. I love you more than words can express."
You felt tears pricking at the corners of your eyes as you looked into his gaze, feeling the overwhelming love and devotion that radiated from the man in front of you. You leaned in and kissed him deeply, pouring all of your passion and affection that had been building between you for so long into the kiss.
In that moment you knew that you had found your forever with Josiah. The rain continued to fall bringing with it the chill of night, but you didn't care. You were lost in the moment, lost in the love that you shared with the man who has always been your soulmate.