Disclaimer: These characters and places belong to Sherwood Smith.

The Ring

I looked at Meliara's ring wondering where I had seen it.

"I've seen it before," I said. "I know I have. It's very old, and they don't cut stones like this anymore."

I stared at the sapphire. I felt that I should know where it was from. Then, it hit me. The ring was in possesion of the Renselaeus family.

Vidanric! Vidanric had given the ring to Meliara. I looked at him a little confused. He saw my glance and slightly shook his head. He was telling me not to say anything. I nodded. He looked extremely relieved. We would have a chat later.

I found Vidanric later in a study in the Royal Residence Wing. I looked at him, still slightly confused. He looked back at me with a smile.

"Hello, Trishe. I suppose you would like me to explain," he said.

I smiled," Yes, I am slightly confused."

"I love her."

"Are you sure?" I asked.

"I've never felt this way about anyone. I'm sure she feels the same way about me except she doesn't realize it. If she finds out too soon, she won't be able to accept me. She still hasn't forgiven me for what happened last year. I will tell her when I feel she is ready to accept it.

In the meantime, please don't mention anything to her."

He looked at me with a pleading look that was rare for him.

"You must really love her. Don't worry. I won't say a word to anyone," I said.

"Thank you, Trishe."

I nodded and left.

Hmmm...I truly do hope that she finds her feelings for him. Vidanric truly is a good man and he'll really take care of her.

A/N Well, that's it. I'm sorry that I can't satisfy everyone.