They say to find true love, you must first find a true best friend.

We met in 2016, a year to remember, while in Dubai, the bustling big city.

Our journey began as strangers, engaging in small talks, and gradually evolved into hanging out as best friends.

Through thick and thin, we supported each other, even navigating the challenges that life threw at us.

We braved the challenges of a long-distance relationship, finding solace in technology like WhatsApp's 2X voice note feature.

Not only did we find love, but we also discovered a shared passion for travel.

Cesar's idea of exploring involved spending time at the bar, while Lara's vision leaned towards discovering islands and getting lost in their beauty.

As we got to know each other, we learned about our differences and adapted to contribute to each other's lives.

Cesar learned how to tidy up and clean using specific cleaning products for different parts of the home.

He even developed an interest in bacteria and was quickly welcomed into Lara's world of OCD.

In turn, Cesar introduced Lara to the nightlife that she wasn't accustomed to.

She quickly adapted to bar hopping, learned new drinks to try, and even got used to having breakfast after a late night out at 4 am.

As they say, to find true love, one must first find a true best friend, and that is exactly what describes us.

And now, here we stand, best friends, ready to get married.