“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.

finally found her voice. “Did you forget

Marion was confused.

her voice barely above a whisper. “You’re pursuing

another life, but romance was uncharted territory. Her feelings for

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

to refuse, no room to deny the feelings that surged

will you

so close she could feel his breath

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the corner of his lips. Her eyes sparkled, her cheeks

“This is my answer.

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

pressing against his as if drawn by an invisible force. Marion held her tightly, as if trying to meld her

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