Dinner at Tobey's was wonderful. Katey walked in, and the place just made her feel right at home. Katey walked into the kitchen with Tobey, and was introduced to his mother. She was a kind woman, with short blonde hair, tied back. She had on a pale green dress with white polka dots, and she was wearing a white apron. Tobey obviously took after his mother in looks.

"Mom, this is Katey," Tobey said, as they walked into the kitchen.

"Nice to meet you Katey!" Mrs. Reynolds said warmly.

Katey smiled

"Nice to meet you as well Mrs. Reynolds," she replied.

"Ok you two, dinner will be ready in a few minutes, Tobey, your father is running late tonight, can you please get his pipe and newspaper ready, and put them at his seat at the table," asked Mrs. Reynolds.

Tobey nodded, and walked out of the room.

"Do you need any help? I feel kind of guilty letting you do all of the work," asked Katey.

"That would be wonderful Katey! You can take the vegetable bowls into the dining room, and put them on the table," she directed.

Katey did as she was asked. Everything smelled absolutely wonderful. Mrs. Reynolds came out of the kitchen with a large ham, but it was covered to keep warm. They were obviously waiting for Mr. Reynolds to come home. They walked into the living room, and sat down.

"So Katey, I hear you are heading back to Radcliffe in the fall," asked Mrs. Reynolds.

"Yes, I still haven't chosen a major yet. I'm taking a few random courses, trying to decide what I want to do with my life," Katey answered.

"Tobey was like that last year. It took him awhile, but he wants to go into Law, like his father. Although, I'm not sure Ivy League is in the foreseeable future, he couldn't bear leaving St. Louis. Terrible homesickness…do you get like that Katey?" Mrs. Reynolds seemed to be babbling. Tobey's face turned pink.

"Somewhat. See, last year I traveled to Havana with my family. I missed St. Louis for awhile, but after a few weeks, Havana was my home, and I hated to leave," Katey replied.

She was glad when Mr. Reynolds walked into the living room. He was a friendly, but stern looking man. He had dark brown hair, and soft green eyes, He had on a dark blue suit, and a white shirt. He took his coat and hat off, and hung them on the coat rack. He walked over, and kissed his wife on the cheek, and said a quick hello to Tobey.

"I'm so sorry I was late, the damn jury just couldn't make up their minds, then there was a press conference…." Mr. Reynolds trailed off, when he saw Katey sitting quietly, with her legs crossed, in the armchair by Tobey,

"And who is this lovely young woman, has she been sitting here the whole time? Oh, you must be Katey! Tobey has talked about you non-stop for days now. Its wonderful to meet you, I apologize for being so late, and for my language…let's eat, shall we?" Mr. Reynolds seemed to babble like his wife.

Everyone walked into the dining room, and Tobey helped Katey with her chair. Dinner was perfect. His family were polite, warm, and very friendly. Tobey kept looking at her, and when she looked back, he darted his glance elsewhere. He was so in love with her.

Dinner ended, and Katey helped clear the table, and wash the dishes. Tobey helped her. He enjoyed doing anything, as long as she was by his side. They playfully washed the dishes, and threw towels at one another. The dishes were done, and Katey had to be home soon. She said goodbye to the family, and thanked them for dinner.

On the walk home, he kept his arm around her waist, and walked slowly, not wanting to let her go, and she didn't want him to either. They got to her doorstep, and she was about to walk inside, but he grabbed her hand.

"Katey….I have to tell you something," he said.

She looked at him, with a clueless, but loving stare.

"Katey, I know we haven't known each other for a long time, but I just know that this is how I feel. I love you, Katey Miller." he said.

Her mouth dropped, and she was taken aback. She wanted to cry, but from happiness.

"Tobey….I love you too!" she shrieked.

She wanted to jump for joy. He kissed her passionately. Then, Tobey did the unexpected. He got down on one knee, and pulled a box from his pocket,

"Katey Miller….I love you, and don't want to be without you. Will you do me the honor, and marry me?" he asked her.

Katey couldn't help herself any longer, she began to cry. She was so happy.

"YES!" Katey screamed.

He opened the box, and pulled out the most beautiful diamond ring Katey had ever seen. He slid it onto her ring finger, and kissed her.

They proceeded inside to share the news with her family.