His Promise Was Never Mine
Then, he looked at me and asked, "Are you happy with this set?"
I reached out and touched the silver bells. Beneath my fingers, they felt cool and smooth.
Every piece looked newly made. The silver was bright and clean, without the slightest trace of tarnish.
I nodded.
Leo smiled, then he picked up the silver crown and carefully placed it on my head.
The crown was heavy, pressing against my scalp until it ached, but my heart had never felt steadier.
After that came the collar, the chest piece, the bracelets, the rings, the belt, and the flower hairpins.