Arthur's arm settled firmly around my shoulders, shielding me against his side.
Jace froze where he stood, his pupils tightening abruptly. "Y-You two...?"
The moment Mia saw Arthur, her expression changed as well. Almost instinctively, she stepped behind Jace, her gaze flickering with unease.
Arthur paid neither of them any attention. He simply lowered his eyes to me. "Have you picked one yet?"
I shook my head. "I was about to look when they showed up."
His gaze swept over my face, checking that I was alright before giving a small nod and turning to the sales associate. "Bring out the best wedding rings you have."
Jace finally snapped out of it, his voice sharp with disbelief. "Arthur, what the hell is this supposed to mean? You're actually marrying her?"
Only then did Arthur look a
