"On one side, we will have a photo of ourselves, and the other will have our itty-bitty puppies." While he was saying this, Asta's eyes continued to glow with a hint of ecstasy, and he went on to say another statement. "I want to give you this necklace as a token of our love and the new life that will soon be growing inside of you," I said as I handed it to her.

I was taken aback by that. I reached out and lightly stroked the stone as I looked at the pendant hanging around my neck. It was brisk and oppressive outside. This item was so priceless that...