Page 66 of Always Mine

He grinned. “You’ve never said that since we got back together.”

“Neither have you.”

“Of course I love you.” His expression turned serious. “Annette Stefano, will you marry me?”

This time, her answer came fast and forceful. “Yes! Yes! Yes!”

He slipped the ring on her finger. It fit perfectly.Theyfit perfectly. They laid in each other’s arms, quiet for a long time to enjoy this momentous moment.

Annie thanked God that they found each other again.

Diego thanked God that she’d given them another chance.

All was right with the world again.

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