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Like many modern love stories, ours began online, where a simple conversation sparked something neither of us expected. We decided to take things offline with a first date at the movie theater, watching Oppenheimer. It may not have been the most traditional first date, but it was the perfect beginning to our story. After the movie, we shared a drink or two at a bar across the theater, where we talked about our dreams, our goals, and the life we hoped to build. We quickly discovered how much we had in common—bonding over our love for history, documentaries, and Asian cuisine. With every conversation, it became clear how naturally we fit together. What started as a first date became the foundation of a love that brought us here today.

Our journey to forever took a special turn during a trip to San Francisco, a city Bond was experiencing for the very first time. As we explored iconic sights and shared an unforgettable lunch at an ocean-view restaurant in Pacifica, I had no idea that behind the scenes, Bond was planning something far more meaningful—asking my parents for their blessing to take my hand in marriage. He chose the perfect day at the perfect place which resembles the ancient Roman ruins, the Palace of Fine Arts. There, surrounded by the people who love us most, he knelt on one knee and asked me to be his forever. In that unforgettable moment, filled with love and joy, I said yes to a lifetime together.