Pandora’s mouth opened and closed, flabbergasted. She put her fingers in her ears and gave them a good rub. "I'm sorry, I think I must be in shock, overly tired, or hallucinating... something. Can you say that again?"

Pandora smiled, picking up her necklace. He twirled the ring between his fingers, and then wrapped his arm around her neck, taking it off. He held the ring up to his eyes and a huge smile broke out on his face. He looked happier than she had ever seen him.

He slowly told her his ...