Compromise

My eyes broadened on the engagement ring that he once gave to me. I was astonished that he kept it with him for the past three years.

He inhaled a deep breath, "My world went upside down when Hunter returned this to me," he was looking at the ring lovingly. "I kept this because I hoped that one day we'll see each other again," he spoke affectionately. "No one deserves to own this but you," he emphasized his words and I felt like my heart would explode in happiness.

He lifted his gaze to meet mine and my tears brimmed instantly. "Let's get married, baby," he muttered carefully while looking at me with so much love and desire. I gasped and covered my mouth in the palm of my hand in surprise. He did not ask me and I must say, it was an order.

"Are.. are you sure?" I was startled at how fast he wanted to make things between us. He pursed his lips into a thin line, "Never been sure," and slipped the band on my ring finger. I was dumbfounded with parted lips at the si