with everything going on, rey had been spending more time alone than usual. ben was still acting strange, henri was moving in and being flirty, phasma and effie were tormenting her every day. the lake country had been the only place where she could find hidden areas, where no one would find her. it was nighttime when she’d been making her way back from there, having spent all day out at it, and kept her eyes down as she walked. however, as she heard a familiar voice say her name, she slowed to a stop, furrowing her eyebrows. poe. her first thoughts went to the ring on her finger, and she quickly crossed her arms over her chest in an attempt to hide it. she would tell him, but when he was ready. rey turned to face him, her features tired and worn down. but as soon as they locked eyes, she couldn’t help the smile that crossed her lips. “hi...” she whispered, walking forward and into his arms on instinct, laying her head on his shoulder. “i’m so glad to see you...”