*Ember*

I stared up into Kieran's eyes wrapping my arms around his neck.

"What do you want me to promise?" I asked looking deep into his eyes.

"Promise you'll come back in one piece, and stay by my side forever? Help me raise our kid? They'll need to hear all of your awful jokes and puns." Kieran teased booping my nose with his.

"Wow," I said, shaking my head at him. "Thanks for the pep talk. I'll be sure to run back so I can get started on ...