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Out of This World.

Take your proposal game up a notch with dinner in space. Yes, outer space. You and your sig o will feast and canoodle in a space capsule lifted by a stratospheric balloon. A French Michelin-starred chef will prepare the meal that will be served to you by an AI-powered robot.

Here's the press release, because we can't do it justice:

The agency ApoteoSurprise, specialized in orchestrating extravagant marriage proposals in Paris, is launching a brand-new service allowing the romantics of tomorrow to ask for their beloved's hand at an altitude of 35 kilometers (a little over 21 miles for us non-pretentious miles-as-measurement-lovers).

Upon their arrival at the spaceport, a pilot will welcome the couple and invite them to board a spherical and futuristic space capsule equipped with top-notch amenities for their comfort. In the center of the cabin, a table will be elegantly set, reminiscent of the most refined Parisian restaurants.

The lovers will be introduced to StellarEmbrace, the robot that ApoteoSurprise developed in collaboration with a British startup. Equipped with artificial intelligence, the robot will adapt to the emotions and desires of the couple, providing a truly unique interaction. From the moment they meet, StellarEmbrace will address the young woman by her name and, presenting her with a bouquet of roses, announce that a gourmet dinner for two in space awaits. (We're hoping the chef and AI waiter aren't looking for any group love...)

Lifted by a helium-inflated stratospheric balloon, the pressurized capsule will then embark on a peaceful two-hour ascent, offering breathtaking 360° views of our planet through its immense windows. (Are barf bags provided, just in case?)

At an altitude of 35 kilometers, the space module will be above 99% of Earth's atmosphere, allowing the couple to gaze at the curvature of the Earth, its blue halo, and the total darkness of space. Like only 600 astronauts before them, the lovers will experience the overview effect, a cognitive shift that will redefine their view of the world and connect them to all of humanity. (How is this hovering going to affect the "hang low" if that's a part of the plan?)

The woman and her partner will take their seats at the table, and for three hours, the robot will serve them a five-course gourmet dinner with wines and champagne specially crafted for the occasion by a renowned French chef with two Michelin stars. A carefully selected playlist will accompany the culinary experience, featuring iconic tracks such as "Space Oddity" (David Bowie), "Across the Universe" (The Beatles), or "Walking on the Moon" (Police).

Just before dessert, StellarEmbrace will playfully interrupt the tasting to inform the man that he has forgotten something important. The robot will promptly bring him a luminous box that a secret code will open. Suddenly, the suitor will remember the code and enter it. The box will split in two, revealing a luxurious case containing an engagement ring. The man will then propose to his beloved, sealing his love in the eternity of space.

A little later, the capsule will begin its slow descent. After a two-hour journey, the betrothed will be back on Earth, discovering that the robot has recorded every moment of their voyage, from their arrival at the capsule to their tender farewells. (That said robot might touch himself too, later? AI is becoming more and more sentient...)

Oh, this will cost you a little over $800-thousand. You can find that in your couch cushions, no?