Robbie wiped her face with the sheet. "Don't cry, Baby...I don't want anyone but you. I won't ever love another woman like I do you..." His voice broke, and he felt as if he was going to cry. He took a moment, swallowed, and continued. "I know we can't have a real...wedding," he smiled. "But, I want to pledge myself to you and I'm asking you to do the same for me. Forsaking all others. Loving each other in sickness and in health. From death do us part...all of that. Will you, Dinah? Will you marry me?"

Tears were rolling, unabated down her face. She sniffled and reached for a...