Cristofer was surprised by this, even in his dazed state. He managed a slight smile and half-opened his eyes, saying, “Estelle, I dreamt that you promised to be with me for the rest of your life when I was in bed.”

Estelle lifted her head and gazed at the familiar face, asking gently, “What did you say in the dream?”

Cristofer replied, “I said I’d never leave you as long as you want me.”

Estelle was shocked. She thought, ‘Mr. Mysterious used those same words with me countless ...