Casey decided to propose to Jenna in a busy park, thinking it would be the happiest moment of their lives. Instead, Jenna laughed out loud, making fun of him. Everyone around them stopped to watch. But then, something unexpected happened that made Jenna’s laughter stop immediately, turning her face completely pale… From the shock on Casey’s face, it was clear that he hadn’t expected Jenna’s reaction. “No, wait! Don’t release them yet!” he yelled, but it was too late. Suddenly, the park was swarming with white doves, and it was clear that this was a part of Casey’s plan. Needless to say, Jenna was surprised by this, but she had no idea that even bigger surprises were to follow. When Jenna realized that Casey had gone missing, she burst into tears. This should never have happened… Her life was ruined, and she felt incredibly guilty. She would never be able to forgive herself if this ended badly. But what did Casey do? Why did he disappear? And would they ever see each other again? Just after the doves had been released, Jenna saw a familiar face in the crowd that had gathered around them, and she couldn’t believe that this was really happening. “How is this possible?!” she exclaimed, but Casey just gave her a sad smile. “I thought you’d want to celebrate with them…” he said. Jenna’s eyes filled with tears as she realized what he had done. Casey had flown Jenna’s parents, who lived in a different country, all the way out there to celebrate the proposal. However, seeing as her reaction wasn’t what he had hoped for, he wasn’t sure of how to act. Jenna flew into her parents’ arms and gave them a big hug and kiss – she hadn’t seen them in quite a while. However, when she turned around to thank Casey, he was gone. “Casey! Where are you?” she yelled, but there was no sign of him. A bystander who had seen the whole thing pointed in the direction of the park exit, saying that Casey had left. Jenna couldn’t believe that he’d just gone without saying another word, but the bystander seemed to be telling the truth. Casey was nowhere to be seen. Jenna, feeling guilty for her reaction, called Casey on his phone. She wanted to apologize and tell him that, of course, she wanted to marry him! She just hadn’t been expecting a proposal to happen yet, and he had caught her completely off guard when she realized that he was serious. And now he had disappeared. Her eyes filled with tears as she waited for him to pick up. The phone rang for ages, and then it suddenly disconnected. Jenna tried to call him over and over again, but he never answered, and eventually, the calls even stopped going through. Her eyes widened as she realized that he had blocked her number! She told her parents, “Come, we need to go. Hurry! I’ll explain later,” and she started walking home. It was normally a 15-minute walk to the park from Jenna and Casey’s apartment, but this time, she made it home in less than that. “Casey! Please, talk to me. I’m sorry!” she said as she walked through the front door, but she was only met with silence. As soon as she entered the apartment, she noticed that something was off, but she couldn’t say what exactly. Then Jenna searched all of the rooms, and she ended up crying on the bathroom floor. Casey had left, and he had taken all of his stuff with him as well. His closet was empty. Jenna started to panic as she realized that she couldn’t call him, and she had no idea where he had gone… How would she ever track him down?! As she dried her tears, she told herself that she would think of a plan and take action. She took a deep breath and told her parents that as much as she’d love to spend some time with them, she needed to fix things with Casey first. “I’m not going to give up on us,” she whispered as she looked at a photo of the two of them. Jenna grabbed her phone and started calling Casey’s best friends. Her voice trembled as she spoke, “Hey, it’s Jenna. Have you seen or heard from Casey?” She repeated the same questions, her desperation growing with each call. Each friend expressed concern but had no answers. “We’ll let you know if we hear anything,” they promised. Jenna hung up, feeling a mix of hope and fear. Next, Jenna called Casey’s closest family members. “Hi, it’s Jenna. I really need to find Casey. Have you talked to him recently?” she asked, her voice cracking. Each conversation felt like a dead end. Casey’s family was just as worried. “We’ll keep an eye out,” they assured her. Jenna felt the weight of their worry and her own, the uncertainty gnawing at her. Everyone Jenna contacted promised to inform her if they heard from Casey. She checked her phone constantly, hoping for any update. Each hour that passed with no news felt like an eternity. Jenna’s heart sank a little more each time her phone remained silent. She knew they were all trying their best, but the lack of information was starting to get to her. Jenna’s anxiety grew with each passing hour. She paced the apartment, her mind racing. No one had seen or heard from Casey since the proposal. It was as if he had vanished into thin air. The silence was unbearable. She tried to stay positive, but the fear that something terrible had happened was always in the back of her mind. She needed to do more. Despite the lack of information, Jenna thanked everyone she had contacted. She knew she couldn’t stop now. “I need to keep looking,” she told herself, determination in her voice. Jenna hugged her parents, grateful for their support. “I’ll find him,” she whispered, looking at the photo of them again. She grabbed her keys, ready to continue her search. She wasn’t going to give up. Jenna spent the day driving to places Casey often visited, hoping to find any trace of him. She started with his favorite coffee shop, where the barista knew them both. “Have you seen Casey today?” she asked, trying to sound casual. The barista shook her head. Jenna then drove to the gym, looking around for any sign of him. Her heart sank with each stop that yielded nothing. She checked his favorite coffee shop, the gym, and the park where he proposed, but found nothing. Each place was filled with memories of them together, making her search even more painful. Jenna asked everyone she encountered, “Have you seen this man?” showing a photo of Casey. The answers were always the same—no one had seen him. The day stretched on, and her hope began to wane. Exhausted and emotional, Jenna cried herself to sleep that night, feeling hopeless. She lay in bed, clutching a pillow and staring at her phone, praying for a message from Casey. The silence was deafening. Her mind raced with thoughts of what could have happened. As she finally drifted off, her dreams were filled with images of Casey, lost and alone. She woke up determined to keep searching. The next morning, Jenna went to Casey’s workplace, hoping for some answers. She walked into the office, her heart pounding. “Hi, I’m looking for Casey. Has he been in?” she asked the receptionist, who looked concerned. “One moment, please,” she said, picking up the phone. Jenna waited, biting her lip. After a few minutes, Casey’s boss came out, his expression serious. “Let’s talk in my office,” he said. Casey’s boss confirmed he hadn’t shown up for work and they couldn’t reach him, which was highly unusual. “Casey is always punctual,” his boss said, frowning. Jenna’s worry grew with every word. “We’ve tried calling him multiple times,” he continued, “but there’s been no response.” Jenna nodded, her anxiety rising. She thanked his boss and left the office, her mind racing with possibilities. She needed to figure out what happened. Jenna’s worry deepened, fearing something terrible might have happened to Casey. She sat on the couch, staring at her phone, willing it to ring. “What if he’s hurt or worse?” she muttered to herself, her mind racing with dark possibilities. Every hour that passed without any news felt like a lifetime. The fear gnawed at her, making it hard to think clearly. She knew she had to do something. She tried to stay calm, but the lack of contact from anyone made her anxiety grow. Jenna paced the living room, biting her nails. “Why hasn’t anyone seen him?” she wondered aloud. Her parents watched her with concerned eyes, offering words of comfort that did little to ease her mind. Each unanswered call and unreturned text message felt like a punch to the gut. She needed to act. Determined to find answers, Jenna called the police to report Casey missing. Her voice shook as she explained the situation, “My fiancé is missing. He proposed yesterday, and now he’s gone.” The officer on the other end asked her to calm down and provide details. Jenna recounted everything, from the doves to his sudden disappearance. She felt a small relief, hoping the police could help find him. The police listened but advised her to be patient, suggesting he might have run off due to her rejection. “Sometimes people need space after an emotional event,” the officer said gently. Jenna’s frustration bubbled up. “He wouldn’t just leave without telling me,” she insisted. The officer took down her information but reminded her there were protocols to follow. Jenna felt a mix of anger and helplessness as she hung up. Jenna felt frustrated and helpless, but she refused to believe Casey would just disappear. “This isn’t like him,” she said to her parents, who nodded in agreement. “We have to keep looking.” She wasn’t ready to accept the police’s suggestion that he had simply run off. Determined to find him, Jenna decided to continue her search. She knew there had to be an explanation, and she wouldn’t rest until she found it. Days passed without any news, and Jenna’s anxiety continued to mount. She barely slept, her mind constantly racing with worry. Every time her phone buzzed, her heart leapt, only to crash back down when it wasn’t Casey. She spent hours scrolling through social media, hoping for any clue. Her parents stayed close, trying to keep her spirits up, but Jenna felt more hopeless with each passing day. Suddenly, Jenna’s phone rang; it was one of Casey’s friends, Ryan, sounding hesitant. “Hey, Jenna,” he started, his voice shaky. “I, um, I think we need to talk.” Jenna’s pulse quickened. “Did you hear from Casey?” she asked urgently. Ryan paused, then said, “Not exactly, but there’s something you need to know.” Jenna’s heart pounded in her chest as she gripped the phone tighter, desperate for answers. Jenna insisted they needed to find Casey and demanded the truth from Ryan. “Ryan, if you know something, you have to tell me,” she pleaded, her voice cracking. Ryan hesitated before responding, “I’m not sure it’s something we should discuss over the phone. It’s…complicated.” Jenna’s frustration grew. “Please, Ryan. I need to know what’s going on.” After a long pause, Ryan finally agreed. “Let’s meet. I’ll explain everything.” Ryan asked to meet Jenna in person, suggesting a dark café in the neighborhood. Jenna agreed and quickly got ready, her mind racing with possibilities. The café was a small, dimly lit place, perfect for a private conversation. Jenna arrived early, nervously tapping her foot as she waited. She scanned the room, watching the door for any sign of Ryan. The atmosphere felt heavy with anticipation. Jenna met Ryan and noticed he looked extremely stressed, fueling her own fears. His eyes were tired, and he kept glancing around nervously. “Thanks for coming,” he said, sitting down across from her. Jenna leaned forward, her anxiety palpable. “What’s going on, Ryan? Where’s Casey?” she asked urgently. Ryan sighed deeply, running a hand through his hair. “I need to tell you something important,” he began, his voice shaky. Ryan confessed that Casey had called him the day of the proposal, devastated by Jenna’s reaction. “He was really upset,” Ryan said, looking down at his hands. “He didn’t expect you to laugh, and it just broke him.” Jenna felt a pang of guilt. “I didn’t mean to hurt him,” she whispered, her eyes filling with tears. Ryan nodded, understanding. “He just needed to talk to someone.” Casey told Ryan he needed time to figure things out and didn’t want to face Jenna. “He said he needed space,” Ryan explained. “He wasn’t sure what to do next and felt really confused.” Jenna bit her lip, trying to hold back her emotions. “I wish he had told me,” she said softly. Ryan sighed, “He thought it would be easier to sort things out alone.” Ryan apologized for not telling Jenna sooner, fearing it would make things worse. “I thought giving him some time might help,” Ryan admitted, looking guilty. “But now, with him missing, I realize I should have told you right away.” Jenna shook her head, a mix of frustration and understanding. “I get it, but we need to find him now,” she said firmly. Ryan agreed, looking determined. With Casey now missing and unreachable, Ryan admitted he was also worried. “I’ve been trying to contact him, but there’s been no response,” he said, his voice heavy with concern. Jenna felt a shiver of fear run down her spine. “We need to find him before something happens,” she said, her voice wavering. Ryan nodded, his worry mirroring hers. “We’ll find him, Jenna. We have to.” Jenna felt a mix of emotions but resolved to find Casey no matter what. “I won’t give up on him,” she declared, her determination growing. Ryan nodded, offering a supportive smile. “We’ll search everywhere, ask everyone,” he said. Jenna felt a surge of hope. “Thank you, Ryan,” she said sincerely. They both stood up, ready to continue the search. Jenna knew the journey ahead would be tough, but she was ready. Jenna, now more worried than ever, listened as Ryan suggested checking a secluded spot Casey used to visit. “He always went there to clear his mind,” Ryan explained. Jenna nodded, clinging to the hope that they might find him there. “We have to try,” she said, her voice filled with determination. Ryan agreed, and they quickly made plans to head out. Jenna felt a flicker of hope. They decided to explore every option before giving up, hoping to find some clue. “We can’t miss anything,” Jenna insisted. Ryan nodded in agreement. “We’ll check everywhere,” he promised. They packed some essentials and got ready to leave. Jenna felt a mix of anxiety and determination. “Let’s go,” she said, taking a deep breath. They headed out, both hoping this would bring them closer to finding Casey. Ryan drove them to the edge of a forest, indicating this was the place Casey might be. “He used to come here when he needed to think,” Ryan said, glancing at Jenna. She nodded, staring at the dense trees ahead. The car ride was silent, each lost in their own thoughts. When they arrived, Jenna’s heart pounded with anticipation. “This has to be it,” she whispered to herself. They got out of the car and began walking through the dense forest in silence. The canopy overhead blocked out much of the sunlight, casting eerie shadows on the path. Jenna’s mind raced with a mix of hope and fear. Ryan led the way, occasionally glancing back to make sure she was okay. “We’re almost there,” he said quietly. Jenna nodded, her eyes scanning the surroundings. Jenna’s heart raced as they approached a wooden hut Ryan had mentioned. It was partially hidden by overgrown bushes and trees, looking almost abandoned. “This is it,” Ryan said softly, pointing to the small structure. Jenna’s breath caught in her throat. She stepped closer, her hands trembling slightly. “Please let him be here,” she whispered, her voice filled with desperation. They moved forward, ready to find out. Ryan led Jenna to a small wooden hut hidden in the forest, raising their hopes. The hut was barely visible through the thick foliage. “This is where he’d come to clear his head,” Ryan said, his voice filled with cautious optimism. Jenna’s heart raced with a mix of hope and fear. “I hope he’s inside,” she whispered, stepping closer to the weathered door. They both held their breath. Jenna tried to open the door but found it locked, increasing her anxiety. She jiggled the handle desperately. “It’s locked!” she exclaimed, her voice rising with panic. Ryan stepped forward, examining the door. “Let’s check around the back,” he suggested. Jenna nodded, her mind racing with thoughts of Casey. They hurried to the back of the hut, hoping for another way in. Ryan guided her to a back door, which was surprisingly unlocked. “Let’s try this,” he said, pushing it open with a creak. Jenna felt a surge of relief as the door swung inward. “He might be inside,” she whispered, her heart pounding. They exchanged a hopeful glance before stepping into the hut. The air inside was musty, but it was clear someone had been there recently. They entered the hut and saw signs that someone had been living there recently. The small space was cluttered with personal items. “Look at this,” Jenna said, pointing to a makeshift bed in the corner. Ryan nodded, examining the area. “He’s been here,” he said softly. Jenna’s eyes filled with tears of relief and worry. “We’re close,” she whispered, feeling a flicker of hope. Blankets, candles, and cooking supplies indicated someone had stayed there for a while. Jenna picked up a half-burnt candle, her hands shaking. “This is fresh,” she said, her voice trembling. Ryan found a small stash of canned food. “He’s been living here,” he confirmed. The realization that Casey had been so close, yet so unreachable, was overwhelming. Jenna felt a mix of emotions, knowing they were close to finding him. Overwhelmed by guilt, Jenna burst into tears, feeling responsible for Casey’s disappearance. “This is all my fault,” she sobbed, sinking to the floor. Her shoulders shook with the weight of her emotions. Ryan knelt beside her, gently placing a hand on her back. “We’ll find him, Jenna. We will,” he said softly. Jenna wiped her tears, feeling a mix of despair and determination. She knew she had to keep going. Ryan comforted Jenna, assuring her they would find Casey and everything would be okay. “We’ll figure this out,” he said, his voice steady and reassuring. Jenna looked up at him, her eyes red and swollen. “I don’t know if I can do this,” she admitted. Ryan gave her a small, encouraging smile. “You’re stronger than you think. We’ll get through this together,” he promised. Jenna nodded, feeling a spark of hope. Jenna wasn’t convinced but decided to search the hut for more clues. She wiped her eyes and stood up, determined to find something. “Let’s see if there’s anything else here,” she said, her voice steadier. Ryan nodded in agreement. They began carefully searching through the small space, looking for any hint of where Casey might have gone. Jenna’s heart raced with every new discovery. She found one of Casey’s sweaters, the same one he wore on the day he proposed. Jenna held it up, her breath catching in her throat. “This is his,” she said, her voice barely above a whisper. Ryan stepped closer, nodding. “It’s a good sign,” he said. Jenna clutched the sweater to her chest, feeling a mix of relief and heartache. “He was here,” she murmured, her resolve strengthening. The discovery confirmed Casey had been there, giving them a glimmer of hope. “We’re on the right track,” Ryan said, a hint of optimism in his voice. Jenna nodded, feeling more determined than ever. “We need to keep looking,” she said firmly. Ryan agreed, and they continued their search with renewed energy. Jenna knew they were getting closer, and she wouldn’t stop until they found Casey. Jenna found a piece of paper with coordinates on it, leading to a new location. “Ryan, look at this,” she said, holding up the paper. Ryan took it, his eyes scanning the numbers. “Coordinates,” he murmured. Jenna felt a flicker of hope. “This could be where he went,” she said, her voice filled with determination. They quickly decided to follow the lead, hoping it would bring them closer to Casey. She looked up the coordinates and saw they pointed to another spot in the forest. Jenna’s hands trembled as she entered the numbers into her phone. “It’s not far from here,” she said, showing Ryan the map. He nodded, studying the location. “It’s worth a shot,” he said. Jenna agreed, feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety. They packed up their things and prepared to head out. Not sure that this was Casey’s note but deciding it was worth investigating, Jenna and Ryan prepared for the trek. “We have to be careful,” Ryan warned, checking their supplies. Jenna nodded, her mind focused on finding Casey. “Let’s go,” she said, her voice firm. They set off into the forest, the coordinates guiding their path. Every step brought them closer to the unknown. Jenna cried and called out for Casey as they walked, hoping he would hear her. “Casey! Where are you?” she shouted, her voice echoing through the trees. Ryan joined in, their voices blending into a desperate chorus. “Casey! Please, answer us!” Jenna’s heart ached with each unanswered call. She refused to give up, her determination driving her forward. They had to find him. They continued their journey, determined to find Casey and bring him back. The forest seemed endless, but Jenna and Ryan pressed on, driven by hope and fear. “We’re getting closer,” Ryan said, glancing at the map. Jenna nodded, her eyes scanning the surroundings. Every rustle of leaves made her heart jump. “We won’t stop until we find him,” she vowed, her voice filled with resolve. As they neared the coordinates, Jenna spotted a bright light in the forest. “Do you see that?” she asked, her voice trembling. Ryan squinted, nodding. “Yeah, I see it,” he replied. Jenna’s heart raced as they moved closer. The light seemed to pulse, casting eerie shadows on the trees. “What could it be?” she wondered aloud. Ryan shrugged, but his eyes were filled with curiosity and concern. She hesitated, unsure if they should proceed, but Ryan urged her to continue. “We’ve come this far, Jenna. We have to see what it is,” he said, gently placing a hand on her shoulder. Jenna took a deep breath, nodding. “You’re right. Let’s go,” she agreed, her determination outweighing her fear. Together, they moved cautiously toward the mysterious light, every step heightening their anticipation. Jenna’s heart pounded as they approached the light, feeling something strange was about to happen. The air seemed to thrum with energy, and Jenna’s palms grew sweaty. “What do you think it is?” she asked, her voice barely a whisper. Ryan shook his head, eyes wide. “I have no idea, but we’re about to find out,” he replied. Jenna felt a mix of fear and excitement. The closer they got, the more intense the light became, adding to the suspense. It was almost blinding, casting everything in a surreal glow. Jenna shielded her eyes with her hand, squinting to see ahead. “It’s so bright,” she murmured. Ryan nodded, keeping his eyes on the path. “Stay close,” he advised. Jenna’s nerves were on edge, but she knew they couldn’t turn back now. Jenna steeled herself for whatever lay ahead, determined to find Casey. “We can do this,” she told herself, gripping Ryan’s arm for support. The light was almost overwhelming now, but Jenna pushed forward, her mind focused on Casey. “I’m ready,” she whispered, more to herself than to Ryan. Together, they took the final steps toward the source of the light, bracing for what they might find. Jenna was shocked to find Casey standing in a suit surrounded by fairy lights. She blinked, unsure if she was dreaming. “Casey?” she called out, her voice trembling. He turned, a warm smile spreading across his face. “Jenna,” he said softly. Jenna’s heart raced as she took in the scene. The fairy lights twinkled around him, casting a magical glow. She couldn’t believe what she was seeing. Beautiful flowers and soft music created a magical atmosphere in the forest. Jenna’s eyes widened as she noticed the carefully arranged flowers around them. The soft melody of their favorite song played in the background, adding to the enchanting scene. “This is incredible,” she whispered, feeling overwhelmed by the beauty around her. Casey stepped forward, his eyes locked on hers, creating an unforgettable moment. Casey got down on one knee, asking Jenna to marry him again with heartfelt sincerity. “Jenna, I love you more than anything. Will you marry me?” he asked, his voice filled with emotion. Jenna’s breath caught in her throat as she looked into his eyes. The sincerity in his voice and the love in his eyes melted her heart. She felt tears welling up as she nodded. Jenna burst into tears of joy and hugged Casey, accepting his proposal. “Yes! Yes, of course, I will!” she cried, throwing her arms around him. Casey hugged her tightly, both of them laughing and crying at the same time. The joy in Jenna’s heart was overwhelming. She pulled back slightly to look at him, her eyes shining with happiness. “I love you,” she whispered. The moment was filled with love and relief as they reunited under the lights. They stood there, holding each other, soaking in the magical atmosphere. “I was so scared,” Jenna admitted, her voice shaking. Casey kissed her forehead, whispering, “I’m sorry, but I had to make it special.” Jenna smiled through her tears, feeling an immense sense of relief and happiness. They were finally together again. After the magical moment, Jenna scolded Casey for scaring her so badly. “You can’t just disappear like that!” she exclaimed, her voice a mix of relief and frustration. Casey looked sheepish. “I know, I’m sorry,” he said, holding her hands. Jenna sighed, shaking her head. “I was so worried about you,” she admitted, her eyes filling with tears again. Casey pulled her into a hug. “I’ll never do it again, I promise,” he whispered. Casey apologized, explaining he hadn’t planned to disappear but needed to rethink his life because he thought Jenna didn’t want to marry him. “When you laughed, I thought it meant you didn’t want this,” he said, his voice trembling. Jenna shook her head. “I was just surprised, that’s all,” she replied softly. Casey sighed, relief washing over him. “I just needed time to process everything,” he explained, looking into her eyes. When he heard that Jenna was devastated and actually did want to marry him, he decided to try again. “Ryan told me how much you were looking for me,” Casey said. Jenna nodded, tears welling up. “I couldn’t imagine my life without you,” she admitted. Casey smiled, pulling her closer. “I realized I couldn’t live without you either,” he said. “That’s why I set this up, to show you how much I care.” They got married, cherishing their love and the lessons they had learned. The ceremony was intimate, filled with close friends and family. Jenna wore a simple yet elegant dress, and Casey couldn’t take his eyes off her. As they exchanged vows, both felt an overwhelming sense of joy and gratitude. “I love you,” Casey whispered as he slid the ring onto her finger. “Forever,” Jenna replied, her heart full of happiness. Jenna and Casey lived happily ever after, stronger and more in love than ever. They cherished every moment together, grateful for the journey that had brought them closer. Their love story, filled with ups and downs, became a testament to their unbreakable bond. “We’ve been through so much,” Jenna said one evening, cuddled up with Casey. He nodded, smiling. “And it’s made us who we are today,” he replied. Their love truly endured.