Edmund stood next to the window in his living room as he watched Raelyn and Aleisa go over some last minute arrangements for the wedding while sitting at a table out in the yard. The two had quickly bonded over the past few months and Raelyn had enjoyed helping the Pevensies plan Peter's wedding. Her boyfriend smiled absently as he observed the redhead who was unaware of his gaze. His eyes roamed over her face, his heart warming as she smiled brightly. She was utterly beautiful to him. All the time she had been working on his brother's wedding, he couldn't help but wonder if she would be this animated for their own wedding. He wanted to know so badly, and the ring box that he kept in his jacket was starting to burn. Peter and Aleisa were to be married by the end of the week and Edmund envied them. He was getting impatient, wanting to jump to his own wedding with the pretty redhead outside. This is if she was willing to take him. Edmund swallowed, coming to a decision. He had tried to wait it out and find an appropriate time to propose to her, but he couldn't stand waiting any longer. Something had to be done and soon.

...

Raelyn and Edmund said their goodbyes and waved to his family as they began their walk back across town to their own flats.

"Do you think we should hail a cab? It's been a long day for both of us." Raelyn suggested, grabbing his hand and intertwining their fingers as they walked down the street. Edmund hummed thoughtfully.

"Why don't we walk? It's still a nice day out, we have another hour of light. We haven't really spent this much time together in a while." He countered, looking down at her eagerly. She grinned, unable to resist his expression.

"Alright then." She agreed, pulling herself closer so she could wrap her arm around his. Edmund beamed, relishing the feel of her head on his shoulder as he led them on their stroll. The couple kept up a steady flow of easy conversation, Raelyn not noticing the direction he had been steering her. When they came across a familiar park near their homes, she glanced up at him curiously.

"What are we doing here? I thought you would want to head home?" Edmund shrugged but continued on towards the greenery.

"I thought it would be nice to cut through the park. Is something wrong?" he asked, pleading that she wasn't too tired and ask to go straight home. Not that he would deny her that request. Raelyn shook her head and smiled gently.

"No, I just thought it was curious. I love walking through the park with you." she insisted. Edmund squeezed her hand in response.

"Good." The two made their way into the park, slowing down their walk to a slow stroll. Edmund stuck his hand into his pocket anxiously, double checking that the little box was still in place. Now for location. Glancing around to see if they had any observers, Edmund tugged on Raelyn's hand to lead her off to the left.

"Come with me." He requested, already heading down the hidden pathway. Raelyn smiled and went along with him as they walked towards a small gazebo hidden behind large willow trees by the pond. They had found the small, secluded area on one of their many walks through this particular park. The path leading up to it had aged and therefore wasn't quite as noticeable to the people who were passing by. After spotting their destination Raelyn grinned and jogged ahead of Edmund, rushing over to lean on the railing that overlooked the water with the willow branches gently swaying just above. She sighed, looking out over the calming scene.

"Oh, I love this place. It's so beautiful and peaceful." Edmund grinned, stepping up into the gazebo as he watched her.

"I know." He murmured, pleased by her reaction. While she was distracted he decided to take action. Steeling himself, Edmund quietly walked over to stand just behind her and knelt down as he reached into his pocket to pull out the small velvet box.

"Ray?" he called once in position. Raelyn blinked and turned to face him. Except she found that her boyfriend was now a couple feet shorter and on his knee. Her eyes widened comically as Edmund opened up the box to reveal a delicate diamond ring.

"Ed…." She whispered, unable to say anything more.

"Ray, we have know each over for a couple years now and have been through more in that short time than most people do in their whole life. You have seen me at my worst and at my best. You have been the steadiest thing in my life and you are my perfect other half. I love you so much and I can't imagine my life without you in it. So, will you marry me?" Raelyn's eyes watered as she stared down at him, her heart warming at the proposal. She paused.

"Ed, it's only a few days before your brother's wedding. Are you sure you want to do this now?" she fretted. Edmund shook his head fondly. Only Raelyn would be worried about stealing someone else's moment when she was getting engaged.

"I don't care. I had decided to propose before Peter did and I don't want to wait anymore. So, can you please answer me before I turn grey?" he insisted, smiling up at her eagerly. Raelyn laughed shakily and nodded.

"Of course I will!" she gushed. Edmund slipped the ring onto her finger and bolted upward to capture her lips in a kiss. Raelyn hummed as she wrapped her arms around his neck in delight. The couple pulled apart and Edmund grinned as he caught her glancing at her hand fondly.

"Can we wait until after the wedding to tell everyone? I don't want to distract from Peter and Aleisa's day." She suggested quietly, not yet letting go of her now fiancé.

"Sure thing. Besides, I kinda like the idea of keeping you to myself for a few days before everyone else gets involved." He admitted with a sheepish grin. Raelyn laughed.

"Of course you would, Fiancé." She hummed, lowly. Edmund shivered, obviously enjoying the sound coming from her lips.

"I think I love that word." He confessed, pressing another kiss to her lips.

"I like husband better." Raelyn added, their lips barely touching. Edmund grinned widely once more and brought her even closer for another round of affectionate kissing. Suddenly Ed pulled back and reached for her hand.

"Oh! I forgot one of the best parts!" he told her excitedly, gently pulling the ring back off her finger. Raelyn pouted as her jewelry came off but it quickly changed to an awed grin as he showed her the engraving inside.

My light, My love

"Ed, that's beautiful." She gushed, looking up at him with wet eyes once more. Edmund grinned and quickly put it back in its rightful place.

"I love you." he told her assuredly, wrapping his arms around her waist. Raelyn hummed in contentment.

"I love you more." She insisted, snuggling into the warmth of her new fiancé.