Mal sat underneath the apple tree in the front courtyard of Auradon prep. Herself and the other VK's have been living here in Auradon for almost 2 years. After the battle with Uma at the cotillion, Mal and Ben had to do some damage control to not only in the kingdom but also to their relationship. The kingdom was apprehensive about Uma really being gone for good but she hasn't been seen or her of since that night. Ben had many press meetings to clear the air and everything settled back to normal. With their relationship, it was decided to start from the beginning so Mal was trying very hard to adjust to her new role as the king's lady.

It involved mostly long nights away from each other and lots of paperwork. The days were not much better so when they found time to be together it comprised of romantic walks in the garden that almost always ended with them doing more 'Forbidden' acts. they never planned for it to happen just one night after a couple of drinks, one thing led to another... anyways Herself, Evie, Jay, and Ben were in their senior year of high school. Carlos being a year younger was in his Junior Year with Jane. Mal had 2 free periods this year, and she used them mostly to spend time with Ben, he didn't get to come visit her often but he always tried. Mal let herself get lost in her thoughts for a few moments so understandably she did not see Ben as he approached her.

[BEN'S POV]

Ben had a surprise for Mal he had been working on it for weeks with Evie. Tonight at the sight of the enchanted lake at sunset he would propose to his purple haired fairy tale. He knew they were still young, but it was common for people to get married at our age around here. He spent weeks designing the perfect ring for Mal. It was a beautiful purple and blue diamond that sat in the center of a white gold band surrounded by little white diamonds. the band was in the shape of an intricate vine. Evie had overseen everything and has been planning the proposal as well. She would have everything set up for when I bring Mal there tonight.

"Now all she needs is to say yes," Ben thought out loud staring off into space.

"what was that"? Evie asked as she looked over her planner making sure to double check the details of tonight.

"Oh nothing really, Just what if she doesn't say yes,"? Ben Replied.

"She will don't worry,"

"how do you know"? Ben asked her. He was certain she would say yes, but he didn't want to put any added pressure on her either. He just loved her so much and could not imagine life without her, if she says no tonight then yes he would be disappointed but he wouldn't give up, he would ask again when she's ready.

"I know her better than anyone, she loves you more than anything and she will say yes" she replied matter of factly.

Evie had noticed Bens' nerves and did her best to keep him calm but after a little while, she couldn't concentrate, so she told him to go for a walk to try and clear his head. Ben left the room and started to walk around the grounds of the high school. He walked around the tourney field and through the halls until he spotted a purple dot sitting underneath a large tree staring off into the distance. He slowly made his way down to the front doors of the school, pushing them open and walking the path that leads to the garden. As he drew closer to her he could start making out the details of her face. Her long purple hair pulled neatly away from her face in a braid her sketchbook was positioned in her lap and her face was blank from daydreaming. he could stare at her all day, she was so beautiful and she didn't give herself credit. she was so shy about her looks and having people look at her.

"Hey Beautiful" Ben said causing Mal to snap out of her daydream and drop the sketchbook on her lap. Ben reached down and picked it up for her also helping her up off the ground.

"I'm sorry I scared you," He said apologetically. Mal now dusting herself off and smiling up at him replied: "It's ok, I need to take off anyway, There's a project I need to get done for English tomorrow." She leaned in and gave him a quick kiss before taking off.

"Mal!, wait" Ben yelled after her. She paused for a moment and began slowly making her way back towards Ben.

"whats wrong"? she asked as she wrapped her arms around his waist looking up at him.

"Nothing at all, I just wanted to make sure our plans are still on for tonight"

"Of course, wouldn't miss it for the world," she said with a smile.

"Ok see you around 7 then"!

"Ok see you later"! she yelled as she walked away. Ben smiled as he watched her go, "6 hours and counting" he thought as he reached into his pocket and felt the soft velvet of the ring box.

[6:30 pm]

Ben waited anxiously near the front entrance doors in the castle, Evie was down at the lake finishing up and was going to text me when she was done. I'm supposed to pick Mal up by 7:00 but at this rate, I was skeptical. Lumiere was standing by the door watching me pace.

"Your majesty, you need to stop pacing your creating a draft," He said in an attempt to distract me.

"Sorry Lumiere, I'm just nervous" He attempted to put on a good face but it didn't work.

"Everything will work out the way it's supposed to sire,". Ben looked at the old man's face and wished he could believe it, this was the most important night of his young life and he wanted everything to go smoothly.

Ben felt his phone vibrate in his pocket, it was from Evie and she was giving him the green light. He called to everyone who was driving with him to the lake. His plan was to have all their friends stand along the tree line down to the crumbling column where they had their first date, holding paper lanterns the would all hum the lyrics to "If Only". Mal being led by me blindfolded, I will get down on one knee in front of all our closest family and friends and ask her to marry me. no pressure!. I managed to get myself out the door and into the limo where my parents and Carlos were waiting for me. Jay was down at the lake helping set up Evie was back int he dorms getting Mal ready.

"Show time!. my dad said putting his hand on my shoulder I smiled up at him thanking him silently for being so supportive. Mom said that they were both thrilled that he chose to marry Mal. It took them a long time to truly accept her and at the cotillion, they told her that tho they had their doubts they know that she was the only one for their son.

"show time," I said as I watched the castle now grow small in the back window.

[Mal POV]

Evie had me meet me in our dorm room to get ready for my anniversary date with Ben. It was a tradition now that Evie had full permission to make Mal her human doll. Tho it was only on date nights.

"Evie I think that's enough makeup, I don't want to look like a clown" Mal protested.

"Oh calm down you look beautiful! Ben isn't going to be able to keep his hands off you" she replied.

"I'm not worried about that I just want this night to go well, it's our anniversary". she replied now standing up to look at herself in the full-length mirror. As it was a cooler night Mal wore a pair of red leather skinny jeans and a white long sleeve Sweater. Her now Lilac waist length hair was put into loose curls, and makeup was natural. She felt beautiful even tho she was both nervous and excited.

"Ok, I'm ready!" Mal said as she made her way towards the door. "Thanks, Evie ill see you later!" Mal called out towards the bathroom where Evie was touching up her makeup. She had a date with Doug tonight but she said she doesn't know where they're going. I'm so glad Evie found Doug he treats her like a true princess, She deserves it. "See you later, you guys have fun!" Evie called out to her and Mal made her way outside to the limo that Ben was picking her up in. She made her to the car where Ben was waiting for her.

"Hey Mal!" he greeted her and enveloped her in a hug.

"Hey Benny-Boo" she teased as she kissed him softly.

"So I have a surprise for you, but I need you to put this blindfold first," he said as he handed Mal the dark purple handkerchief.

"Oh you know I don't like surprises," she said as she put on the blindfold. Ben knew she didn't really enjoy surprises but she couldn't deny Ben his moment to try and be romantic".

"You'll like this one, I hope!". Ben said and I could hear the smile in his voice.

"I hope so," I thought to myself".

Ben helped me into the car and we started to move towards wherever Ben had planned for us. Whatever it is I know I will love it because I loved Ben and I trusted him not to do anything I wouldn't enjoy.

"I Love you Mal," Ben said resting his head on the top of hers.

"I love you too" I replied.

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