Leah

"I told you it's not necessary," I whined for what had to be the fifth time as we stepped into yet another store.

"It is," he replied, already pointing at a Cartier diamond bracelet.

The saleslady's smile brightened instantly as she rushed to bring it out.

I sighed, folding my arms and pouting as I watched the both of them have their little conversation.

He had insisted on getting something for my parents, saying he couldn't show up empty-handed. I still thought it was unnecessary, ...