Ron's 21st birthday (7)

Ron reminded everyone that dinner will be served at 6 PM and that until then they can enjoy themselves. Snacks and drinks are being served, there are a dancefloor and a band which takes requests, and the main level of the villa and the garden are available for exploring.

When they got off the stage, Zula gave him a hug. "You can relax now, you did great. I am proud of you."

"Thanks…" Ron responded and hugged Zula tightly with the hope that she will not see how nervous he is. But he is not nervous about what happened because his mind is totally on what is about to happen before dinner. He only hopes that he will not stumble over his words and mess up the proposal.

"Let's go out for a walk…" Ron suggested.

"I don't think you can. So many people are waiting to congratulate you…" Zula reminded him.

Ron snuck a glance to the side and exhaled. She is right. People are standing and eagerly looking his way.

Outside, in the garden…