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"As long as we're quiet, we shouldn't be disturbed." Thomas walked into the sitting room, holding two steaming mugs. He'd brought me with him to Ardara. I was sat on the plush sofa in front of a fire, and was soon joined by Thomas.
"Are you sure you are alright? Helen, you shouldn't-" He began, drawing me closer to him.
"I would not have you think that I didn't love you a moment longer." I stated, eyes fixed on the flames before me. I felt Thomas shuffled away, and turned to face him. He was searching through his coat pockets carefully.
"Speaking of which..." He pulled out a velvet box, small and crimson in colour. "I did intend to give this to you before, but..."
My eyes brightened as he opened the lid. A ring, of sapphire and diamond, set in silver, sat glinting from inside. I took it out, admiring it in the palm of my hand.
"It's beautiful." I breathed, glancing towards Thomas, who was watching me intently. He took the ring back, and knelt down in front of me.
"May I?" He inquired, smiling, taking my left hand in his. I let out a small laugh, nodding my approval. The ring slipped delicately onto my finger, shining promisingly in the dim room. Thomas pressed a tender kiss to the back of my hand, lingering there momentarily.
"Are you tired?" He asked, settling himself beside me again. I leant my head on his shoulder, sighing deeply and contentedly.
"A little. Are you?" I mumbled, letting out a small yawn.
"Mmm. I suppose we should get you to bed then, shouldn't we?" A small smile played on his lips.
"Won't your parents mind?" I gasped.
"No. Come on." He stood, tugging at my hand. I obliged, allowing him to lead me upstairs to one of the spare bedrooms.
"Sleep well, Helen." Thomas met me at the door. I stepped towards him, stretching up on my toes to give a small kiss. We both stood for a minute, happy in each other's company and warmth.
"Goodnight, Tommie."