The next day, Bobby was up bright and early. He searched for breakfast but didn't find much. His recent large investment had made his grocery budget a little tight. But it would be well worth it, he hoped. His stomach gave a little jump. Bobby sighed. With these nerves, he wouldn't be able to eat a bite anyway. He showered, dressed, slipped on his gold wedding band, and headed to the jewelry store.
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Marcus greeted him enthusiastically when he walked through the door. He bent below the counter and pulled out a small velvet box.
"Here it is. $550.31" Marcus said and took the credit card that Bobby offered him. He wrapped the box in light blue tissue paper and placed it into a royal blue bag with the stores logo across the front.
As he looked at it, the weight of what Bobby had just purchased hit him. It was probably a huge mistake to buy an engagement ring for a woman who didn't even know his feelings. He sighed. Hopefully she would know, someday. He didn't know when, or how, but he knew what she liked and now he had it ready. Just in case.