CHAPTER 63

KRISTINA'S POV

I tensed in anticipation for whatever crazy thing he would do next, but instead he held out a small white box. It had silver trimming and was sealed with a purple bow. I blinked, confused. This is definitely not Nathan's usual way to give presents to women. Then again, Nathan has always been really good at giving gifts that are unexpected, so maybe this gift is just another one of his surprises.

I shrugged, and he opened the lid. A soft gasp escaped me as an array of expensive jewelry spilled onto my lap. I picked up a pendant made of diamonds. It was gorgeous, a simple yet elegant diamond encrusted band that was set into a large emerald. Nathan smiled.

"It means 'beloved'."

Oh. Well... That's kind of sweet. I couldn't help smiling too.

"Thank you!" I said sincerely.

He laughed and put his arms around me. "Of course," he murmured against my lips.

We stayed like that for a minute before we realized how close our bodies were. I blushed furiously and tried to back aw