Chapter 419

"What contract?" Maeve looked puzzled. Zion retrieved a stamped and sealed contract from his pocket. "I'm giving you all this as a gift. It's now all yours, no strings attached." "You..." "It’s already legally approved, so everything here is yours." Zion knelt and slid the ring onto Maeve's finger. The blue sapphire gem complemented her skin as fair and delicate as snow. Zion landed a light kiss on the gem. "This ring is given the name "loyalty." He gazed at Maeve with his eyes brimming with tenderness and affection. "I, Zion, pledge unwavering loyalty to you, Maeve. I'll stand by your side for life." The candle's flame flickered, casting an ambiguous glow across the cruise. Maeve blushed. She felt Zion's hand warm against hers, electrifying and irresistible. In the silence of the cabin, the waves crashing against the rocks outside echoed clearly. After a moment, Maeve spoke up. "Did you... forget to ask something?" Zion frowned as he failed to catch Maeve's meaning. "Zio