Substitute Wife For The Blind CEO

Chapter 195 - 195: The End

Inside the hall, Stefan stood with Ethan near the doors, glancing at his watch like an impatient man on a mission.

"So," Ethan said, sipping from his glass, "is it time?"

Stefan nodded, grinning. "Yes. I can't wait any longer. I just can't wait to see the surprise on her face."

Ethan chuckled, shaking his head. "You're indeed a finished man. I'm so happy for you, man. Really. I just wish Rayna would change her mind about marriage."

Stefan's smile softened, his brow furrowing slightly. "Are you sure you're really okay waiting, Ethan? You've always wanted a family."

Ethan's expression grew determined, though his eyes were gentle. "i know I do but I'll wait. She's worth it. And one day, I know I'll be able to convince her to marry me. I know one day, she'll definitely change her mind."

Stefan nodded in quiet respect, clapping his friend's shoulder.

Just then, Ruby stepped into the hall, her smile lighting up the space brighter than the chandeliers.

Ethan grinned, stepping aside. "There she is. Go on, Stefan. Take your wife away."

Stefan didn't need telling twice. With a grin, he reached for Ruby's hand, lacing their fingers together as the world around them faded into nothing but the two of them — husband and wife, ready to begin forever.

The night was quiet, the hum of the car filling the silence as Ruby leaned against Stefan's shoulder, still dizzy from the whirlwind of the wedding. The city lights glowed faintly through the tinted windows, but she frowned slightly as she noticed the driver taking a turn she didn't recognize.

Her head lifted. "Babe? Aren't we supposed to be heading home to leave tomorrow? This isn't the way home."

He only smiled, his eyes twinkling mischievously in the dim light. "I know."

Ruby sat up straighter, suspicion rising. "Okay.... then where are we going?"

"That," Stefan said, pressing a kiss to her temple, "is my surprise."

Her lips parted in shock. "A surprise? Stefan, haven't you done enough already?"

"No," he said simply, his grin widening. "Not nearly enough."

Ruby's heart skipped. "Let's go see this surprise then," she said with a shake of her head.

but one look at his determined face told her she'd get nothing until he was ready. So she sighed dramatically and rested back against him, though her chest buzzed

briny scent of the sea. Ruby blinked in confusion as she stepped out, her heels clicking against the cobblestones

are we doing here, Stefan?" she

was a secretive smile. From behind his

disbelief.

I'm very serious." He held it up. "Do

a fond smile. "Youbknkw I

She could hear the distant lap of waves, the soft creak of wood against water,

she whispered nervously, "if you push me into the water in

chuckle interrupted.

and let him

came up, untying the blindfold

"Alrught. Open your eyes."

against the sudden lights —

front of her floated a breathtaking white yacht, gleaming under the moonlight. Strings of golden fairy lights draped across its sides, reflecting off the gentle waves like stars scattered on the water. It

This is so beautiful," she managed to say before reluctantly tearing her gaze

my love," he said,

you mean?"

eyes shimmering with love. "I brought you

breath caught in her throat. "What?

nodded. "All yours, my

my God! This is huge. It's so beautiful and.… I—I don't even know

anything," he murmured, brushing a tear

— spacious lounges with white leather seating, crystal chandeliers glittering like stars, a sleek dining area set with silverware,

with every turn. The sight of the ocean stretching endlessly through wide windows filled her with a freedom she hadn't felt in

around him, tears slipping down her cheeks. "I love

holding her close. "You don't need to thank me. I'm

pulled back slightly, wiping her tears with a shaky laugh. "Like it? I love it!! I love it

in amused curiosity.

smile, the same one that made his heart race every time. "Mhm. I've been waiting

leaning closer. "Don't keep me in suspense. I

hand, her touch trembling with happiness. She guided his palm gently down