149 WHEN WE WERE YOUNG

ELIZABETH'S POV "As I walked into the cozy jewelry shop on Main Street, I browsed the various displays of sparkling gemstones and shining metals. I had been searching for the perfect gift for my husband Manuel's birthday, which was just around the corner, and I had finally found it - a stunning diamond watch with intricate details and sleek lines. Approaching the counter, I couldn't help but notice the friendly smile of the shopkeeper, who greeted me warmly. 'How can I help you today?' he asked, eyeing the watch in my hand. 'I'm looking for a special gift for my husband,' I replied, feeling a little nervous about the high price tag of the watch. 'This one caught my eye,' I said, holding up the watch for the shopkeeper to see. The shopkeeper's eyes widened as he took in the beauty of the watch. 'Ah, yes. This is quite an impressive timepiece,' he said. 'It's definitely worth every penny.' I nodded eagerly, hoping that the shopkeeper would give me the best deal possible. 'So, how mu