Numb. That's what I felt. Completely and utterly numb. Tears were streaming down my cheeks as I sat silently outside on a lounge chair. I hadn't moved since I got back from the fiasco with my parents. God what must Steve think of me now? How could I blurt out all of those things in front of him. Not exactly the way I wanted to tell him about being a virgin. And DEFINITELY not the way I wanted to tell him I was in love with him. I heard the front door open and knew it was only a matter of time til he found me out here. I could hear him calling for me but I just couldn't work myself up enough to respond. Eventually he made him way out to the deck. I could feel him standing by the door. Neither of us said a word. It felt like ages til Steve broke the silence.

"Hannah. Baby, talk to me."

"What's there left to say? I think I said enough earlier, don't you?"

"Baby, look at me. Come on Han. It's okay. Don't let them get to you. I hate seeing you hurt. Don't let them ruin things."

"I'm not upset about them. I'm glad I did what I did. I've never in my life been able to stand up to them. They aren't why I've been crying. I've made such a mess of things Steve."

I couldn't stand to sit there any longer. I had to move, do something or I'd go crazy. I made my way past Steve without even looking at him when I felt him grab my arm and pull me around in his direction. I could feel another batch of tears building up about to burst.

"Hannah. Nothing you said to them changes anything. Do you really think anything that happened back there would change anything for me?"

"I don't know! Do you know how it feels to finally stand up for myself and then ruin that by spewing out about how I feel about you? About how I'm a 23 year old woman who isn't really a woman, just a girl still waiting to grow up? I'm exactly what my mother said I was. I'm pathetic. You must be so turned off by me now."

"Turned off is the last thing I feel about you. That woman may be your mother by birth, but she doesn't know anything about you. Do you know how amazing it is to think that I could be the first man you're with in that sense? Do you want to know what I said after you left today? I told her how amazing you are, I told her that I never planned on letting you go, I told her that I was sorry she was never going to get to be a part of this life we have because she can't see how amazing you are. Most of all, I told her how I'm completely in love with you and that I plan on getting you to marry me as soon as possible."

It was then that I finally looked up at him. Tears in my eyes, but for completely different reasons. He loved me. He really loved me. Married. I never thought I would be lucky enough to think that that could be in my future with some as amazing as Steve. It was more than I could have ever hoped for.

"What?"

"This isn't exactly how I planned to do it. I figured it out today when you first came in to HQ that I was in love with you. Then after what your mother said I couldn't stop myself from lashing out at her when you ran out. I realized when I was telling her how completely amazing you are that I want nothing more than for you to be my wife. Telling you tonight, asking you tonight. It wasn't the plan. I thought about it the whole way over here. I wanted to plan something special out for you, set the whole scene. Make it something amazing for you. I wanted to go out and get you the best ring I could find for you. I wanted it to be perfect. It's too late for that so we'll make this moment perfect. Hannah Grace Williams, be my wife. Say you'll marry me."

"You're wrong Steve."

I saw his face fall at my response. He thought I was saying no to him. What he said, nothing could have been more perfect than that. I don't need a ring or a fancy setting to make this moment perfect. I just need Steve.

"You're wrong because this is perfect. Nothing could have made this more perfect for me. And my answer is yes. Nothing would make me happier than to be your wife. I don't need a big fancy diamond, I just need you."

By this time both of us were crying. The kiss that followed was by far this most intense, mind blowing kiss I've ever experienced. As the minutes passed I could feel myself growing heated. I wanted Steve so bad right now. I pulled away from the kiss and looked up at him. I could see the need and wanted reflected back at me in his eyes. This is the moment that could change everything.

"Hannah, I want you so much, you have no idea. But I want to do this right. Everything else with us has just happened. So I want this one last thing to be completely right. This is probably going to sound completely crazy but I want to wait. Let's get married first. I know it's not what you'd expect from a guy but I want our first time, your first time, to be as husband and wife, to be special for you."

"You are completely crazy. But I love you even more for saying that. It will make it an even more amazing experience. I love you Steve McGarrett, and I can't wait to be your wife."

Oh god that grin. I can't believe I'm going to be lucky enough to see that grin every day of my life from now one. Coming to Hawaii was definitely the best decision I've ever made, well second best decision now.

"Love you to baby. Now, let's go see the rest of the group. I know they're worried about you."

"K. I'm just going to go freshen up and then we can go."

*One Hour Later*

Hannahs outfit: cgi/set?id=44829810

"I'm ready Steve!"

"K. Be right out Babe."

By now I was beyond excited. I couldn't wait to share this moment with my brother and all of the friends I've made here. Five-0 has really become a family to me and this was just going to make it more real for me. I may not have parents that are a part of my life, but I've got something better. I have the type of family that will last forever. That's the kind of family that really matters.

"Wow. You look beyond amazing. How do you always look so good?"

I couldn't help but grin at him. He always knows exactly what to say.

"Well, to be honest there's this guy that's pretty perfect for me and I want to make myself look as good as possible in the hopes that he might notice me some day."

"Hmm. Sounds like a lucky guy."

"Oh, he's very lucky. I think I might just marry him some day."

"My girl is so cute. Come on, let's get going. I talked to Danny, we're going to meet him and the rest of the group at the seafood place we went to on our first date. They were just getting there when I called to get everyone together."

"Sounds good to me, I'm starved."

*Danny's POV - At the restaurant*

I can't believe my parents. You'd think after Steve's reaction they would realize what they have been doing to Hannah her whole life. They just can't seem to see just how overpowering and horrible they've treated her. I never thought I'd be so happy to have Steve dating my sister. I knew deep down that no matter what happens in her life that he will be there to take care of her. Somewhere in the back of my head I knew that he was meant for her. Things like this are meant to be.

"Earth to Danny. You alright man?"

"Yeah. Sorry Chin. I'm worried about Hannah. I can't believe my mother would say those things to her. It didn't get any better once I got them out. She just kept spewing all this stuff out about what a failure and disappointment she is to them. How can they not see her for what she really is?"

"I dunno man, it's pretty messed up."

"Yeah Danny, I can't believe anyone could feel that way about your sister. She's the best. When she stayed with me for a few days, back before she and Steve got together, it was so much fun. I felt like she was a sister. I'm glad she has Steve though."

"Yeah, me to. And thanks Kono, I think a lot of the reason she's been so happy here is because of you. She never really had any girlfriends growing up."

"Hey! Danno!"

I looked over then to see Steve and my sister walking over to the table. They were both smiling bigger than I think I've seen either of them smile except for the day they finally got together. It was in that moment that I knew my baby was no longer just my baby sister. She was about to be someone's wife. Mixed feeling ran through me as I stood up and hugged her. A part of me felt like I was losing her. But I knew this was the right thing for her, and I'd never really lose her. Because of Steve she's always going to be close by. For that I will owe him for the rest of my life.

"Hey you guys. Glad you could make it. Hannah, I'm sorry for what mom said. I can't believe she'd act like that in front of everyone. They're gone. I made them leave, they've got the next flight back to Jersey."

The evening progressed without a word from Steve and Hannah about getting married. I don't know if anyone else noticed the little glances they were giving each other but to me it was obvious. They couldn't break contact, whether that meant they were holding hands, looking at each other or their arms casually brushing each other. Anyone with half a brain could see they were completely infatuated with each other.

"Alright, I can't stand it anymore. Come on you guys, I know you have something you have to tell us. I'm not blind and you're my sister Hannah. I know what's happened. I can feel it. So spill."

Hannah and Steve looked at each other and grinned. Then looked around the table to see the confused faces Chin and Kono were giving me. This is gonna be good.

"Well big brother, I'm sure you've already figured it out. You've somehow always been able to tell when something has happened in my life. Even when I wasn't around. So, Kono I have a question for you."

"K. What is it Han?"

"Will you be my maid of honor?"

"What! OMG you guys! You're getting married? Really? Of course Hannah! I'm so happy for you guys!"

"Congrats Steve, you couldn't have picked a better girl. So, let's get some champagne over here! To the future bride and groom!"

*Hannah's POV*

The rest of the evening was amazing. It was surreal in its own way to go out with friends and end up celebrating my upcoming marriage. It's hard to believe that five months ago I wasn't even in Hawaii, I had never even met Steve in person and marriage was the last thing on my mind. As we walked into our home, because that's what it is now, OUR home. You could see that little things had changed in the four months that I've lived here. It felt just that bit homier.

"So I've been thinking."

"Oh yeah? And what have you been thinking Mr. McGarrett?"

"Well, I was thinking, future Mrs. McGarrett, that maybe my fiance should move into my room now that we're engaged."

"Hmm. I like being called that. AND I think that I'd like nothing more than to move my things into your room. "

"Our room. This is our house now Hannah. Whatever you want, it's yours. Together we'll make this place in our home. I've been waiting a long time to say that. I'm glad I found you. Nothing could make me happier."

"You sir know how to sweet talk a lady lol. Mmm I love you. I can't wait to marry you. I don't want to wait long, Let's get married soon. I don't want anything fancy, just our close friends on the beach."

"That sounds perfect. We'll talk to everyone and see how fast we can get everything together. For now, let's get your stuff moved and get some sleep."

And that was how one of the worst days of my life turned into one of the best. Things were good. For now at least.