And now, he figured the timing was perfect. They were in a good place, here, now -- together and in love.

Okay, that thought sounded kind of cheesy, even in his own head. But whatever, this was totally a cool moment.

Moving slightly back, Johnny's eyes found hers even as he reached for the small black box he had kept close, but not obvious. "I..." he was suddenly slightly nervous. "This is the right time for this... for us."

He presented her the box, but didn't let her take it yet. Instead he watched her face.