Vows

Damon

He took her hand and slid the ring halfway on it, pausing as he glanced up and looked deep into her eyes. "From the moment I met you, you've challenged me. Not only to be a better man but to change my way of thinking. Love isn't given just to be snatched away, and happiness lasts for more than a few moments. Forgiveness isn't the way of the world, but it's your way." He paused and took a shaky breath. "You're beautiful and kind, beyond brilliant and will soon rule not only my heart but my home, my business and anything else you want that belongs to me."

Tears welled up in Beth's eyes, spilling over and stealing his heart. He must not be dicking it up too badly.

"Where are your notes?" she whispered and he laughed.

"I don't have notes, silly. Do you?"

Her lips pursed tightly. Him memorizing it wasn't a good thing from what he could tell.

"We both had so much to overcome to bring this relationship together, but I want you to know, that I overcame each obstacle because of you, for