Eventually, Melissa grew drowsy in his arms, not even bothering to clean herself up.

She gave his shoulder a pat. "Go sleep with Matthew. He kicks off the covers and we don't want him to catch a cold."

Marcus scooped Melissa up and carried her to the master bedroom. As she drifted off, a cool object slipped onto her finger.

She woke up, inspecting her hand.

It was a diamond ring.