Own True Love
Kelly finished packing. Ever since Chuck, her own true love, had been lost at sea, Kelly had been beside herself with worry.
There was nothing left for her anymore, nothing here but reminders of the past.
Just then, there was a gentle knock at the door. Kelly opened it and stood there shocked for a moment, before falling to the floor in a swoon and bruising her side.
When Kelly came to, Chuck was holding her close and looking into her eyes. "My love," Jake said softly, "I'm sorry for the shock. I've been shipwrecked on a sandy island for the last ten years, living off the land. I was only rescued last week." He paused. "I lost my ring in the wreck. Can you still love me?"
Emily could hardly believe her Jake had returned. "I will always love you, - or no -. Besides, you can cover it up with a -."
They embraced - and vowed to never be parted again.
And all was going to be perfect. Or as close to perfect that they were able to achieve.