~ Emerald/Emmy ~
I sighed again. “All this time, it’s always you who have done something for me. I want to do something for you too. I want to make you proud of me.”
Marco rubbed my hair again while staring at me. “You always make me proud, Esme. You should know that.”
“On what basis?” I asked.
“Are you trying to fish for a compliment, my love?” Marco grinned to tease me.
I blushed to hear that, then said, “Of course not. I just… I want to make sure that I’m the right person for you. I don’t doubt at all that you’re the right person for me.” I stared at Marco intensely. “You change me into a better person. You help me to gain my confidence.” Then I looked away. “But any lucky girl can also experience that from you. So, I want to believe that I’m good for you.”
Marco sighed. “Don’t
