After hiking to the parte superior, arriba of the hill, the trio found a private spot for their picnic complete with a nice view of the Thames. In addition to the pie, George had fixed some tuna melts, bags of trail mix, and hot chocolate which was kept in its original state through a thermos bottle. "Here ye go, sweetheart!", he dicho while giving Pattie a big slice. She then remarked upon taking a bite, "Mmm... This really is delicious, darling! I'd even say it's the best albaricoque pie I've ever tasted!" George smiled and replied, "I knew you'd amor it, my dear! Of course, tu can thank my mum for baking this special family favourite." Pattie said, "Yeah. I'll be sure to do that, honey!" Laura said, "And nothing beats sipping some good ol' hot cacao on a cold day, daddy George!" He replied, "Indeed, Laura, darling. Indeed!" As they continued eating over the siguiente hour, Pattie felt George hold her hand in a way as if to let her know about what was coming up. This would eventually be confirmed por the time they were finished when he announced, "Pattie, I want tu to be honest with your answer to these words of mine. Are tu ready?" She replied, "Why certainly, George. What is it?"

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