I show it to her by holding it out for her to see. I want her to have some time to process what it is that I am going to say next. She casts a swift glance in its direction before quickly drawing her attention to my face. It seems as like she is trying to communicate something, but she just can't seem to get the words out.
"Mandy, I remember a day when I requested you to be mine for a period of three months. Now, I want to ask you to spend the rest of your life with me."
As she prepares to speak, I bring my fingers to her lips and gently press them together. "But I don't need your response right now since I know you aren't prepared to accept my offer. You still need more time to develop your wings and get some flight under your belt. I love you with all my heart, and I want nothing more
