Marshall and Lee find the perfect rings in this week's episode of Moving Forward, but something seems to be up with Denver. Wonder what that could be? Don't forget to visit the other Briefers and see what they're up to. Their links follow my tale! Enjoy!
Marshall wasn’t sure what to expect, but the ring slid onto
his finger without problem. He marveled at the sight of it there.
“How’s it feel?” Lee asked.
“Feels fine,” Marshall responded.
Gavin handed Lee the second ring. It too slid into place
without hesitation.
“You guessed our sizes pretty well,” Lee complimented the
clerk.
“I do my best,” he replied modestly. “What do you think of these? Are you
interested in them, or would you like me to show you something else?”
Marshall and Lee exchanged glances. “What do you think?” Lee
asked softly.
“I think they’re perfect,” Marshall replied without
hesitation.
Lee reached for Marshall’s hand, holding their two hands so
they could look at both rings. “I think so too,” he agreed. “We’ll take these.”
He reached into his pocket, removed his wallet, and handed Gavin his credit
card.
“Excellent choice, gentlemen. I’ll go ring these up for you,
I’ll be right back.”
They removed the rings while he was gone and placed them
back in the box. The moment felt surreal and yet so very right. Picking out the
rings only served to add weight to the reality of what they were going to do.
“Have you set a date yet?” Gavin asked when he returned with
the receipt, which he handed to Lee.
“Not yet,” Lee admitted. “We only just decided to get
married.”
“Well, congratulations to you both. I’m sure when you do
it’ll be an affair to remember.” He smiled at them both.
Marshall had the same feeling. He guessed they’d discuss
dates after they got home. He was still getting used to the idea that they were
going to have a ceremony to celebrate their love. He watched as Lee put his
card away. Belatedly, Marshall remembered Denver and Dustin were waiting for
them. Assuming they’d finished their shopping. He was still sure there was a
story behind that, since Dustin seemed to have no idea why they were doing it.
Maybe Denver was buying something for a special guy back home, but Marshall
didn’t remember him mentioning anyone like that. If he was dating someone
special, wouldn’t he have brought the guy on this cruise, rather than his
cousin?
Absorbed in his thoughts, he was jolted back to the present
when he saw Lee standing beside him, looking down at him, wearing an amused
grin. Marshall smiled sheepishly and got to his feet.
“I was wondering if you intended to stay here a while,” Lee
quipped.
“Just thinking,” Marshall assured him. “We ready to go? Do
you have the rings?”
“Right here.” Lee patted his shirt pocket. He turned to
Gavin. “Thank you again for all your help, appreciate it.”
“Yes, thank you,” Marshall echoed. “Those are beautiful
rings.”
“You’re very welcome,” Gavin said. He walked ahead of them
to the door and held it open for them.
“You’re very lucky men,” he said. “I
wish you nothing but the best. I’m sure your wedding will be beautiful.”
“It will be,” Lee said. “You take care.” They each shook
hands, then took their leave.
“I wonder if I should text Denver and let him know we’re
done,” Lee wondered, then quickly added.
“Guess not, there they are.” The two
men were lounging against Lee’s sedan. As Marshall and Lee approached, they
sprang to their feet. Marshall noticed they had a few shopping bags with them.
“Find anything good?” Lee asked.
“Yeah, we did good,” Denver said. “How did you guys do?”
“We found the rings we wanted,” Lee said. “They’re
beautiful.” He looked at Marshall, his eyes asking a question.
Marshall nodded, and Lee pulled out the box and opened for
their inspection.
“I really like those,” Denver said. “They’re beautiful.”
“They are,” Dustin agreed. “You guys are really lucky. It’ll
be a beautiful ceremony.”
“Yeah, whenever you have it,” Denver quickly added. Marshall
thought he was acting… odd. But he couldn’t figure out why.
Lee gave Denver a measured look. He seemed to be mulling
something over, but whatever it was, he kept it to himself. “Then let’s go,” he
said, unlocking the car. Denver and Dustin slid into the back seat with their
purchases. Lee and Marshall lingered a moment on the sidewalk.
“Is something up with them?” Marshall asked.
“I dunno, but I’m not gonna lose any sleep over it.” Lee
kissed Marshall softly. “We’ll find out soon enough, I expect.” He opened
Marshall’s door before heading to the driver’s side, and moments later they
were on their way, heading to Burnham and home.
to be continued
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