L81. The Promise - 4

"Hey, check it out! This is the pendant I've been making in secret."

With the giddiness of child, Marie opens the pendant to reveal a photo of her and Saermon on their wedding day.

"Pretty clever, right? Not only is it commemorative, it serves as a constant reminder that he's married to me and that he can't just go around sowing his wild oats anywhere he wants anymore!

Now, uhm... there's one last thing. A small little detail, if you will. Can I ask you to give him the pendant for me?

If I do it, I'll get super embarrassed and probably be too shy to even speak. Please, you've got to help me out!"

Huh? Yeah, I always leave things to the last minute... that's just how I roll.

"I'd do it myself, but I just don't have the courage, okay?

Not everyone can be as brave as you--especially when it comes to romance!"

(Indeed, it seems the mere mention of romance has increased her embarrassment by leaps and bounds.)

"...so Saermon remembers, you say? That's wonderful!

After all, he's so busy that I wouldn't even blame him if he didn't have time for an anniversary gift.

But if what you say is true, then my prayers have been answered! I'm sure it will be an unforgettable gift."