The Necklace of Love

He turned towards her, leaning on his elbow

I feel safe because you will – look after me.”

The Marquis gave a deep sigh

You are very wise, my magical wife

It is so – fierce – demanding – and it is – impossible not to be – conquered by it,” she whispered

The Marquis pulled her a little closer

Something – soft and gentle – like the music of the bees and scent of flowers.”

beyond it to the exquisitely painted ceiling, she felt rather small and lost

decided that because you did not exist I would never marry

You are mine, my glorious Kezia!” he breathed at last. “Mine from now until Eternity

But she had eyes only for her husband, who for the moment did not touch her