Philippe & Rosalie

"And there you have some of the local vindictive gossips," I said and smiled down at her. "Just ignore them sweetheart. People like them are never satisfied unless they're talking about someone behind their back or making someone feel bad about themselves."

Philippe

"I've been through worse, some looks and whispers won't bring me down."

"I'm glad to hear it. Though I hate the thought of you going through anything bad."

Philippe

"But, I'm here now and that's all that matters." 

I smiled again "That's very true. That's a good way to look at it."

Philippe

We started going to into shops and boutiques. It was overwhelming at first but I finally started to relax.

I couldn't help but smile as I watched her look around. "Pick out whatever you like. There's a dressing room over there," I said, pointing to the sign that hung from the ceiling. I sat down on a chair off to the side so she didn't feel pressured or anything. I wanted her to feel like she could take her time.

While picking out articles of clothing I made sure the tops would cover my back and shoulders. I didn't want Philippe...or anyone else to see those awful scars where Marco had tortured me. No one knew about that except for Levi and Lindsay and I wanted to keep it that way for as long as I could. I was finally finished and came out of the dressing room "I think I'm finished."

"Alright." I smiled and we went to the counter so he could pay for all of my new stuff. We walked out to the car and put my bags in the trunk. "Where to now?"

"Anywhere you want to go sweetheart. I would like to go to the jewelry store sometime though. I want to get you a ring, if you'd like." 

Philippe

'Oh." I said, more than a little surprised. "Okay." I smiled.

"Would you like that?"

Philippe

"Yeah, I would. Thank you."

"There's no need to thank me. Are you ready to go?" 

"Yes, I'm ready." He offered me his hand and I reached out, taking it.

"Let's head out then." I led her to the car and helped her in and we headed out.

We drove to a jewelery store and went inside. I was taken aback by everything they had, the whole room was sparkling. "Oh...wow. I...I really don't feel like I belong in here."

"Of course you do. Why wouldn't you?" 

"It's just different. I'm sorry, I don't know how to...take in all of this."

I turned her gently to face me and stared down into her eyes. "You don't have anything to apologize for. Take your time, we're not in any hurry. I want you to find something you like. Don't look at the price tags okay?" 

I smiled up at him "I think you should pick it out and surprise me. I mean, that's how it's usually done isn't it?"

I smiled. "That it is. If that's what you want, then I'll go pick something for you." 

I nodded "Yes, I'd like that." there was so much to choose from, we'd be all day if it were up to me.

I smiled. "Alright. I will return as soon as I can." I led her to a chair and helped her sit down then went to talk to one of the sales ladies. A little while later we'd found the perfect one. I paid for it then brought it over to her, handing her the white box. If you don't like it, please let me know. I can pick something else."