A ray of sunlight crept in through a corner of the gigantic window where the blinds didn't quite get to and directly unto Vienna's face, causing her to grunt and turn around on the bed. As her hand laid on the other side, she realized the large bed was carrying no one else but her. Still with her eyes closed, she stretched her hand forward a little, maybe he was lying just at the edge of the bed, she told herself. But there was no one there. She finally lifted her eyelids and on realizing there was no one there for real, she heaved her sigh as she sluggishly raised her body to a sitting position like a zombie that had just gotten infected. A lazy yawn left her mouth as she stretched out her hands. She wasn't feeling as energetic as she hoped she would be. Finding a good night's rest was harder than finding gold in the river. She had tossed and turned all night on the bed, letting out angry groans at most intervals. Meanwhile, Ivan slept like a baby in his mother's arms. Maybe it

Ivan applauded her entrance as Vienna strode into the living room. A big smile played on his face as he watched her with an approving gaze. "Thank you, thank you." She bowed her head with a smile on her face. She was proud of herself as well. Who knew she had it in her to be so strict that she could incite fear into a man like her brother in law?"I have to admit, I didn't know you had in you. I was very surprised but pleased at your success." Ivan admitted. "Come here." She ran into his open arms and he gave her a gentle squeeze. "I was so scared, I couldn't bring myself to say those mean words about hurting his family." She said as she buried her head into her chest. Ivan patted her head gently. "I'm sorry I made you say those kinds of words." She shook her head then looked up into his eyes. "It's alright, I understand that it was for the best. If I hadn't said those words to him, I'm pretty sure he'd be on his way to Jacob right now to tell him about the deal I made with him."

"Seems like our time is up for now, remember to go through today's work and don't forget your assignment. If you perform well on this then I can proudly assure you a spot on the graduation seats." Their lecturer announced to the students as they all packed up their books and laptops and other equipment. Ivan took out his phone from his pocket and clicked on messages. Fishing out Vienna's name, he clicked on it and started typing. "Hey, are you busy at work? Can we meet up? I'd like to know if you're free to talk." As he sent the text, he made to return the phone to his pocket but it chimed and he immediately raised it back to his face. "Just got out of surgery, I could use a break. Let's meet up at the burger place close to the hospital if it's fine with you." A smile worked its way to his lips as he texted her back. "I'll be there in thirty minutes tops, see you in a bit." He tucked his phone back into his pocket and rose to his feet but a hand pushed him back to his seat force

He didn't know whether she was going to be embarrassed by his proposal or not so Ivan did his best to keep it on a low key. Vienna's eyes stared at the ring with so many emotions mixed together and her heart raced like crazy. "If you'd like me to keep it away for now, I promise you that I understand and I will do just that--""What? Are you crazy? Put what away?" She questioned him with wide eyes. Pushing her chair back, she rose to her feet and bellowed. "Everyone! My boyfriend is proposing!" Ivan was shocked by her sudden action and he felt even more awkward when all eyes fell on him. Some people stared at him and Vienna with admiration while others cheered them on. Vienna shrieked excitedly as Ivan, who felt like that was the only reasonable thing to do, fell on one knee and opened the box again while lifting it closer to her. "V... Uh... Will you marry me, Vienna Fawn?" He stuttered a little. She let out an excited shriek as she danced for a moment before screaming yes about

The sky was as clear as crystal with the sun shining down brightly at each body that passed the busy road of the street.Ivan had woken up from Ned at exactly six that morning and got into his sports outfit to head out for a jog. Trevor too had insisted on going with him and Ivan made no attempt to argue. Their bond kept getting stronger every single day that whoever actually saw them and didn't know their history would immediately believe that they were children of the same mother if not both parents at least. Test week was coming up soon and every single student needed to read up and freshen up their brains especially those in their final year like Ivan. Ivan had missed a lot, but he wasn't agitated or scared for the test week that emerged rather quickly. Whenever he did study, he came out as the top student in his department, and whenever he didn't study, he still came out as the top student in his department. A level of intelligence that wowed a lot of lecturers and students