It was the quiet assurance he needed. Or rather what the moment seemed to require for him.

"Savannah, sweetheart, I love you and will love you forever. I want you to be my wife." He opened the box for her, extending it towards her. "Will you marry me?"

It was a simple ring, an exquisite cut; two carats of sparkling beauty. It was simply stated, though Johnny thought profound in its statement.