As the dust settled after their successful show at New York Fashion Week, Ethan and Nora were faced with a new reality. They had won a substantial prize money, and they were now faced with the decision of what to do with it.

Ethan had always dreamed of owning his own home, a place where he and Nora could build a life together. And now, with the prize money, he had the opportunity to make that dream a reality.

He spent weeks searching for the perfect property, scouring the city for a place that was both stylish and practical. Finally, after months of searching, he found it – a beautiful, modern house in a trendy neighborhood.

The house was a stunning example of modern architecture, with clean lines, large windows, and an open-plan living area. The interior was sleek and sophisticated, with polished concrete floors, minimalist decor, and state-of-the-art appliances.

Ethan knew that Nora would love it, and he couldn't wait to show it to her. He arranged for a surprise viewing, and as they walked through the front door, Nora's eyes widened in amazement.

"Oh my god, Ethan, this is incredible!" she exclaimed.

Ethan grinned, happy to see her reaction. "I knew you'd love it," he said.

As they walked through the house, Nora couldn't help but notice all the little details that Ethan had thought of. From the perfectly placed lighting fixtures to the beautiful artwork on the walls, every aspect of the house had been carefully considered.

"I can see us living here," Nora said, her voice filled with emotion.

Ethan smiled, taking her hand. "I can see it too," he said.

With the house purchased and renovation plans underway, Ethan and Nora were excited to start their new life together. They spent the next few months settling into their new home, making it their own and filling it with love and laughter.

As graduation approached, Ethan began to think about the next step in their journey together. He had always known that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with Nora, and now he had the perfect opportunity to ask her.

He spent weeks planning the perfect proposal, wanting it to be a moment that Nora would never forget. Finally, on the day of their graduation, he was ready.

As they walked off the stage, diploma in hand, Ethan took Nora's hand and led her to a beautiful spot overlooking the city. The sun was setting, casting a golden glow over the landscape.

Nora looked up at him, her eyes shining with happiness. "I'm so proud of us," she said.

Ethan smiled, taking a deep breath. "I'm proud of us too," he said. "And I'm proud to call you my partner, my best friend, and my soulmate."

Nora's eyes widened as Ethan dropped to one knee, pulling out a small box and opening it to reveal a stunning diamond ring.

"Nora, from the moment I met you, I knew that you were something special. Will you marry me?" Ethan asked, his voice trembling with emotion.

Tears of joy streaming down her face, Nora nodded eagerly. "Yes, yes, a million times yes!" she exclaimed.

As Ethan slid the ring onto her finger, Nora threw her arms around him, holding him tightly. They stood there for a moment, basking in the joy and happiness of the moment.

And as they walked off into the sunset, hand in hand, Ethan knew that this was just the beginning of their new life together. They had achieved their dreams, and now it was time to start a new chapter – one filled with love, laughter, and adventure.