John was over the moon. Sparks finally appeared in his eyes. "I promise I will return soon after we deal with Samuel and his master."
"You have to!" Carmen warned him, but it sounded sweet to the ears. "I would not forgive you if you don't keep your promise to marry me when you come back." Carmen sniffs. She wipes her tears to glimpse at John.
"I would not allow death to take me. I want to grow old with you, as I've said already. When I come back, let's get married." John promised. He reached for a Kleenex and helped dry Carmen's wet eyes.
Carmen cried even more with what he said, and her tears flowed endlessly through her eyes. John kissed her forehead and then took her left hand. He put the engagement ring on Carmen's fourth finger. He was happy that Carmen did not pull her hand.
