Chapter 13Frank smiled reassuringly as Nathan’s eyes opened slowly. The wan smile he received in return helped dispel some of the ice that had filled Frank’s veins since Nathan had been in sick bay.
“This isn’t how I envisioned doing this,” Frank murmured. He looked at the hand he still held and then up into Nathan’s eyes. “But I’m not waiting a second longer. Marry me, Nathan?” Watching with bated breath as the question slowly registered, a surge of elation spread through Frank when Nathan’s eyes regained some of their natural sparkle.
This time, Nathan’s smile was one of pure joy. “Yes, Frankie, yes.”
“This is going to have to do for now, sweetheart.” Frank pulled the signet ring off his right little finger. His fingers were thicker than Nathan’s, and hopefully…With a smile of triumph
