It was a beautiful night in the garden, where they sat looking at the stars. “You look perfect darlene.” Shank said as he rested his hand on hers. Shank was a cold hearted man, who didn’t like the nature of proclaiming, or showing love. “Shank… why would you do that? I haven’t seen you say that in years.” Darlene said gently. Darlene wasn’t ready for a relationship but she stayed silent. “darlene, I haven’t been a great friend. I know that much.” he chuckled “I just want to say, that I want to be more than just friends. I want to be your future husband… please let me be apart of your life.” Shank said. Darlene was confused… she didn’t think he would say that so quickly. Darlene didn’t even know if she was really ready for a relationship.