She exists to him now because he had dared to dream. Dared to love and allow himself to be loved. Fear was but a whisper; her gentleness calmed the storm of phobias that caged him. Without her, he would still be the coward he was. However, Caesar was convinced she never saw him as weak, rather gave him the courage to be stronger.
“ W-watch your step, amore. “ there was a glow radiating from his smile, as subtle as it may be. His chest rose heavily with the deep breath he inhaled. The outdoors smelling as lovely as it did. Their flower garden slowly coming back into bloom. Rachel, his beloved, must be so happy at this moment. Caesar stands on their front porch. The achievement is astounding, since the other side of the door is riddled with an amount of locks to keep him trapped within their abode.
It may have taken over a year to accomplish; and Rachel’s patience to wait with him until this day being nothing short than incredible. Caesar felt blessed.
