Love That Crossed 4,000 Miles
When the world shut its gates and flights turned into frozen numbers, Scott Bustabad found himself 4 ½ years away from the girl he loved – Khoo Su Rei – and almost two years away from a simple “yes”. The pandemic was a strict referee, keeping their grand plans on pause.
The Plan Behind the Proposal
- Scott was on a vaccinated travel lane from Los Angeles to Singapore, ready to finally meet his girlfriend after all that waiting.
- With the help of Khoo’s best friend, he arranged a private walk‑through of the OCBC Skyway at Gardens by the Bay.
- The best part? The walkway was closed for a photoshoot, giving them the perfect excuse to stay secluded.
The Perfect Moment
On Thursday morning, Scott slipped out of one of the side entrances, stopped a cool negative foot‑step, and got down on one knee for the proposal. khoo gasped. “Oh my gosh!” she blurted out, her words echoing off the glass.
What Scott Told Her
He confessed that his passport had expired, and he had seen a way to travel at the end of the year. The conversation turned to a thousand “what ifs” and then to “yes,” a simple yet mind‑blowing answer that nudged the world a bit closer.
Love, Humor, and a Bit of Luck
It felt less like a dramatic movie montage and more like a sweet, spontaneous moment that only shows up when you’re 30 minutes away from losing your excitement. If the pandemic had been a villain, it turned out to be a supporting character — taking the couple a long way, but not long enough to keep love from arriving at its happy ending.
Mr. Scott Bustabad’s Surprise Singapore Proposal
When the Singaporean skies erupted with the news of new travel lanes, an atomic physicist named Scott Bustabad was ready for the adventure of a lifetime. He didn’t just book a flight; he booked a ring for his girlfriend, Khoo Su Rei.
The Long‑Distance Love Story
- 2017: Khoo, hailing from Malaysia, chases a degree in the U.S., meets Scott, and the spark ignites.
- After college, she heads back to Malaysia, while Scott stays in the U.S. The romance goes on—together through cell‑phones and travel dreams.
- Years later, she moves to Singapore for work, and the pair relentlessly flip-flops across borders until lockdown hits.
- For 22 months, they were on separate continents, a test of patience and distanced laughter.
Why Gardens by the Bay?
It was a place they’d both cherished in 2017. Scott had eye‑pleasing memories there, and Khoo claimed it was one of her favorite spots in Singapore. So when the idea clicked, “Let’s pop the question at the iconic forest dome” became a reality.
Scott’s Daily Routine
“Every morning and night, I was glued to the news to spot the next travel lane. I even toyed with the idea of first flying to Germany because the Singapore‑Germany lane opened on September 8.”
The Moment That Changed Everything
Imagine stepping into a lush, shimmering garden only to find your partner waiting with a sparkling ring—no rehearsals, no plan, just pure surprise.
Khoo’s reaction was priceless: “It’s been unevenly tough—never seen Scott in 22 months. And then, he’s there, ring in hand, and everything feels simply unreal.”
Catch the Full Vibe (Video)
Swipe up to watch the heart‑warming clip that shows how a ring can turn a long‑distance saga into a love‑story highlight.
