The news remained a secret for exactly twelve hours. Not because anyone leaked it but because Seraphina laughed every time she looked at the ring.
Lucien noticed before breakfast. "You have been smiling at your coffee."
She looked down at the untouched cup and laughed. "I suppose I have."
"You have also looked at your hand at least six times." He said.
She lifted her left hand and admired the ring again. "I am still getting used to it."
"I hope you never do." He said.
She looked at him with amusement. "Why?"
"Because I like seeing that smile." He whispered.
She reached across the table and gently squeezed his hand. "You have become excellent at saying the right thing."
"I am only telling the truth." He said.
She shook her head with a smile. "I believe you."
That afternoon, they invited Daniel and Maya to the house. Daniel walked through the front door carrying a bakery box. "I brought cake."
Maya looked at him. "You do realise nobody asked you to bring dessert."
