By the end of the month, Ronald's business finally found its footing.
That's when he finally had some spare time.
To match his pace, Kari had cleared her schedule of all work commitments.
They spent the entire day cooped up at home, lazing around.
Kari hadn't left the bed all day, and just when she was starting to recover, she glanced at the eager Ronald and realized she just couldn't keep up anymore.
“Let’s go out for a bit, clear our heads?”
If they didn't, she felt she might actually perish in that bed!
Ronald wasn't much of an outdoorsy person, especially with Kari by his side.
But seeing her looking so worn out, he felt a pang of guilt and agreed.
Kari hopped out of bed, freshened up, and dragged Ronald to the amusement park that had been all the rage recently.
Even past its peak season, the theme park was buzzing with people, shoulder to shoulder.
Growing up, they never had the chance to visit amusement parks, and as adults, swamped with making ends meet, they simply never found the time.
This time, Kari was determined to try every single ride she fancied.
She even braved the roller coaster three times.
Ronald, who had a slight fear of heights, somehow managed to stick it out.
Next up was the hot air balloon.
Kari was thrilled.
Ronald didn't share her enthusiasm for hot air balloons, but if Kari liked it, he was in.
The balloon was massive, capable of holding a dozen people.
Ronald splurged, securing a private ride just for the two of them.
As the hot air balloon lifted off, the entire amusement park below seemed to shrink...
Bit by bit, until it was just a tiny speck of their world.
Kari leaned over the edge, her face a picture of delight.
Ronald stood by her side, sharing the moment.
At the peak of their ascent, the wind grew wilder, gently slapping their cheeks.
Ronald grabbed her hand, "Are you cold?"
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