A Thai man took on the challenge of the woman of his dreams, whom he met on TikTok: walking the 1,200 kilometers that separated them to propose to her.
See: Thai man walks 1070 km to propose to girlfriend
Suthep Prompjit nicknamed "Maew" agreed to embark on the long walk to prove that true love still exists and met his girlfriend for the first time on February 14, Valentine's Day.
They had never met before, they had just chatted on social media for almost six months.
The 52-year-old announced on TikTok in November last year that he would walk from his home in the central province of Nakhon Nayok to meet his love for the first time in the southern province of Satun.
Journey from Nakhon Nayok province to Satun
Maew says he met his girlfriend, Thanapa Khiao-on, nicknamed "Yu," 56, on TikTok just over five months ago.
Yu challenged him to walk to her house.
He accepted the challenge because he wanted to prove to Yu and the others that he was serious about their relationship and that true love could be found on social media.
Maew revealed that he left Khun Dan Prakarn Chon Dam in Nakhon Nayok on Saturday, January 14, with the intention of proposing to Yu on February 14, Valentine's Day.
Maew gained a lot of followers through this challenge.
His story went viral on social media, and he received great support from his fans throughout his journey.
People offered him food, drinks and accommodation.
Maew finally arrived in Satun on February 13 and prepared to meet his girlfriend for Valentine's Day.
He had his hair cut and shaved, put on his special pink shirt, and waited for his true love at the Tung Wa District Office so they could sign a marriage certificate.
The big moment finally arrived at 7 a.m. yesterday.
They hugged and kissed in front of more than 200 people who had gathered to cheer and congratulate them at the district office.
Yu said to Maew:
“Thank you for keeping your promise, we finally meet.”
Maew said:
“Thank you for giving me a chance.”
Korntika Rooncharoen, owner of a herbal products company, Apa Herb, gave the couple a yellow MG3 SUV as a wedding gift.
She said she appreciated the effort and love and hoped the two would use the car to travel everywhere together.
Maew gave a short interview in which he said:
“My journey only begins today, I must start taking care of Yu now.”
Maew also added that Yu was her type.
She is beautiful, just like her picture on social media.
Video of the lovers meeting
Source: The Thaiger
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