"Can I just ask you one thing? Is that okay?" she asked.

"Go ahead." Dorothy chuckled, "Would you ever... leavebehind?" After all, she had nothing to her name, not a single thing that would deem her worthy of Everett.

She had always guarded her heart, prepared for the moment he would leave her for someone of his own social standing. So, even if he were to abandon her, she wouldn't be shocked; she would be just a bit heartbroken.

But now, she had committed herself to him, so her fear was tagging along for the ride.

fear of loss was

handsface stiffened, his

put on a serious look, and his voice resonated with conviction, "I would never leave you behind, Dorothy. You are more precious tothan my own life." Dorothy smiled, leaning in to kiss his cheek. "Don't be mad. I'm not questioning you or distrust you; I just needed to hear you say it!" Every the spoke such earnest, heartfelt words, her heart swelled with sweetness, making any

all, she had him.

nset in stone, chosen personally

It was Felicity Miller.

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