“What papers?” Debra was puzzled.

Marion, with a flourish, produced a document adorned with stamps and signatures.” It’s a voluntary gift. No strings attached.”

“You…”

“It’s all official. These are yours now.”

He knelt before her, took her hand, and slipped the ring onto her finger. The sapphire gleamed in the candlelight, casting a soft glow on her fair skin.

He pressed a tender kiss onto the gem, his eyes never leaving hers.

“This ring is called ‘Loyalty,” he murmured, his voice thick with emotion. “I pledge my unwavering loyalty to you. I’ll stand by your side for life.

The candlelight flickered, casting dancing shadows and bathing them in a warm, intimate glow. Debra’s cheeks flushed, the heat from Marion’s touch sending electric jolts through her.

The ship swayed gently, and the only sound the rhythmic lapping of waves against the hull could be heard.

found her voice. “Did you

Marion was confused.

whisper. “You’re pursuing me

territory. Her feelings for Juan had been one–sided,

had caught her off guard. She yearned for someone who would devote himself entirely to her. Juan was willing to gamble everything for her,

no reason to refuse, no room to deny the feelings that surged within her. Marion’s face

you be my

breath on

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the corner of his lips.

“This is my answer.

within Marion. He cupped her neck, her lips at tantalizing shade of red, beckoning him. He leaned in, capturing her mouth

felt herself melting, her body pressing against his as if drawn by an invisible force. Marion held her tightly, as if trying to meld her into his very

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