Meg laughed. aOh, John . . .a aWill you marry me?a he asked her. He couldnat keep from laughing either. aIam serious. I know I donat look or sound it, but, Meg . . .a He lost himself in her eyes. aI want to spend my life with you.a She smiled at him. aI like your fatheras style. And I love your fatheras son, despite all the mistakes he mightave made.a His heart leapt. aIs that a yes?a aYes,a she whispered.

She smiled into his eyes, and he knew head found the ultimate win-win scenario.

Nils kissed her, grabbing hold of his happily ever after. It had been a long time coming, and he was never going to let ita"or Mega"go.

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