"Your father doesn't need to know that I asked you first, Persephone," her name rolled off his tongue. Ahh, like velvet. Of course, she would be named for the Greek Goddess... she was a goddess in his eyes, and he would probably tell her so when the time came. He opened up the ring box and in the center of the velvet lining was a simple gold band with a sapphire setting. He smiled at her and said, "Thank you for agreeing. I know that it is an unusual proposition I make, but it is my hope that we make for a good pair in the long run. I find you quite fascinating, really."