A few days later, Orelia and Samuel went on a date at the Redwin House. Orelia watched as he pulled a small red velvet box from his pocket. He opened it and presented it to her.
Curious, Orelia leaned in to take a look. Inside was an enormous diamond ring—probably ten carats. Under the light, the diamond sparkled brilliantly.
He gazed at her with deep affection. "Today, I'm here to fulfill my promise. Will you wear it?"
Orelia's face flushed. "I will."
Samuel smiled, taking the ring out of the box. He gently grasped her left hand and slowly slid it onto her middle finger.
Orelia stared at the massive ring on her finger, feeling a brief sense of relief. She had finally sold herself, and the medical expenses for the child were now taken care of. But that fleeting sense of ease quickly f
