I'm really sorry for not updating soon enough. My great-grandmother died, and we had to go to her funeral. I was pretty sad; we were pretty close but then again, she was pretty old (life would be so much better if people stopped dying, wouldn't it?).

On a lighter note, I've thought of exactly how this story will go. There will be a lot time-skips, so keep that in mind when reading. I also have an idea for a Harry Potter fanfic, and that will probably be uploaded soon.

Chapter 2

Flora's POV

The Asher Home

"Really?" asked my mother. We were talking about the latest medical news (more like I was talking and she was pretending to listen), about how brain circuits change from childhood to adolescence and in turn, adults.

"Of course! I don't see how we missed it before," I said, flipping through my magazine, Medical Today.

The doorbell rang. "Flora dear, will you get that?"

"Sure," I said, setting my magazine on the table and opening the door.

It was Helia, along with the rest of his family. Our little siblings were also there. Well, they weren't so little anymore, but you get what I mean.

Brooke Holt got into an accident a couple of years ago. A drunk driver hit her, and she didn't make it. While she wasn't part of the Winx, she was still a good friend.

Other than that, the other siblings were in good health, nothing of importance to worry about.

Another ring signaled the arrival of Musa. She had been coming over to my house from time to time, trying to figure out what happened between her and Riven.

"Flora!" said Musa, dragging me out of Helia's arms. I protested, looking at Helia who seemed startled.

She dragged me up to my room, well, really, the guest room, seeing as Bloom and I lived together in an apartment ever since we moved out.

"What should I do?" she wailed, hugging the pillow. "I love him, but he's been hanging out with Victoria,"

"Just tell him you love him," I suggested. "What else is there really to say? I'll have Helia talk to Riven and see what he can do. You two are being far too stubborn,"

"Thanks," she said, giving my hand a squeeze. "You and Layla have been really comforting. You're a true friend, Flo."

"No problem," I said, feeling a lot better now that I knew she and Riven would be mostly okay.

"Flora?" said Helia, poking his head in through the doorway as Musa got up. "Can I have a word?"

"Sure," I said, a smile blossoming on my face as I patted the seat next to me.

"I'll just be on my way then," said Musa, sending Helia a wink. What was that all about? She left the room and closed the door with a 'click'.

"I have to talk to you about something," said Helia, a serious look on his face.

"What about?" I asked, instantly getting nervous. What if he wanted to break up with me?

"I love you, Flora. You know that," I nodded my head, gasping as he sank down to one knee, taking out a velvet box. "I love you more than life itself, and I know that without you, I wouldn't be able to live. I need you more than anything in my life. Would you do the honor of becoming my wife? Will you marry me?"

"Yes," I said, tears rolling down my face, watching Helia's face erupt into a huge smile and mine doing the same as he slid a ring onto my finger. It was beautiful. I looked up at him and hugged him. He pushed my hair behind my ear and pulled me into a gentle kiss.

Today was easily one of the best days of my life.

This chapter was short, but the long-awaited proposal is here! And she said yes! Well, there was no doubt. Anyway, seeing as this chapter was so short, another one will be up tomorrow (I've already written it). I think you guys will like tomorrow's chappie, so keep your eyes open! I hope you enjoyed this.

Writing fanfics has always cheered me up, and trust me, I need a lot of that now. So I'll probably start my HP ff.