**Chapter 37: Unafraid to Be**

Unafraid to Be As they stood there, bathed in the warm glow of their love, Kenzy's expression turned mischievous. She looked up at Levi with a spark in her eyes and said, "What if we just told everybody about us? Who's gonna stop us?" Her voice was laced with a sense of defiance, as if she was daring the world to try and take issue with their relationship. Levi's eyes widened in surprise, and he felt a flutter in his chest. He hadn't expected Kenzy to suggest such a thing, but as he thought about it, he realized that it was exactly what they needed. They didn't need to hide anymore, didn't need to sneak around and be secretive. They could be open and honest, and let the world know that they were together. "But what about Erwin and the others?" Levi asked, his voice laced with concern. "They might not understand." Kenzy shrugged, her shoulders barely moving. "So what if they don't? We're adults, Levi. We can make our own decisions. And if they don't like it, that's their problem, not ours." Levi couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for Kenzy's bravery. She was always so confident, so sure of herself, and he loved that about her. He took a deep breath and nodded, his mind made up. "You're right," he said, his voice firm. "We don't need to hide anymore. We can be open and honest, and let the world know that we love each other." Kenzy's face lit up with a radiant smile, and she threw her arms around Levi's neck. "I love you," she whispered, her voice muffled against his ear. "I love you too," Levi replied, his voice filled with emotion. He wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her close as they stood there, basking in the warmth of their love. As they stood there, Levi couldn't help but think about all the possibilities. They could be together, openly and honestly, without fear of reprisal or judgment. They could build a life together, free from the secrecy and lies that had defined their relationship for so long. And as they pulled back to look at each other, Levi knew that he was ready to face whatever came next. He was ready to be open and honest, to let the world know that he and Kenzy were together, and that they were unafraid to be. With a newfound sense of confidence, Levi took Kenzy's hand, and they walked out of the secluded spot, ready to face the world together, as one.