Vincenzo Dante Volkov:

A week of luxury. A full week of indulgence, excess, and pleasure. Some might call it hedonism; others might envy it. For me, it was a way I could give Little Mouse a token of our love.

Today I was going to give her a diamond ring.

The jeweler’s showroom was immaculate—rows of glistening gems, polished surfaces, and velvet-lined cases meant to scream exclusivity. Yet, none of it impressed me. Earlier, I’d found a ring that caught my eye, but upon closer ...