“It’s not a dream,” David replied. “Any time you doubt it, just look at your ring.” He smiled at her fondly.
“It’s beautiful. Thank you, David.” She kissed him again, thinking how handsome he was. She knew she was a lucky girl.
David was happy that Ellie had agreed to be his wife. They’d been together three years and he reckoned it was time they named the day. For a moment there, when she’d burst into tears, he’d been afraid that she was about to say no.
He’d been with his brother in Gibneys the first night he’d set eyes on her. She had the face of an angel and was, without doubt, the most enchanting woman he’d ever seen. She had luminous, almost translucent, skin, which glowed with freshness. Her eyes were a very unusual violet blue under long dark curly lashes and her mouth was a perfect cupid’s bow which gave her a very sweet smile. Her long, dark, glossy hair swung as she spoke animatedly and he was instantly smitten and longed to get to know her.
He found himself back in Gibneys every Friday night after that and to his delight she was always there, with the same two friends. For a couple of weeks he watched her surreptitiously, wondering how best to approach her.She had an innocent and vulnerable air about herthat made him long to take care of her and protect her. When eventually he screwed up the courage to ask her out, she’d turned him down. He was gutted but he persevered and finally won her over. Now this beautiful girl had agreed to marry him, making him a very happy man indeed.
Elliewas on cloudnine all the following day. Her parentswere delighted for her and everyone in the beauty salon where she worked congratulated her on hearing the news. She received many envious glances from both staff and clients when they saw the stunning ring she was sporting. They all tried it on, ooh-ing and aah-ing as it sparkled in the lights. Ellie was on a highand unprepared for the avalanche of cards and engagement presents that flooded in during the following weeks. She felt like a real princess. It was all so exciting.
She couldn’t wait to be a bride!
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