On August 11, 2023, at 2 PM, a momentous email arrived from our immigration lawyer, bearing incredible news: Julius’ Prospective Marriage Visa had been approved. The surreal nature of the situation left him in disbelief; he had to pinch himself to confirm its authenticity. The sting of the pinch served as a reassuring reminder that this was, indeed, reality. Filled with joy, he promptly dialled Dennis to share the exhilarating update.