[Zelgadis]

As far as her know whether or not I was serious, I'm pretty sure she knows I wouldn't spend a bunch of money on a ring unless I was serious. And I told her up front I was serious, I figure she laughed just because it was unexpected. For a while she wore the ring, but our job has strong reasons that discourage the wear of jewelry, and thats a habit most of us take into our private lives, just so we don't forget.

As far as our relationship, we've been very close for most of the time I've known her. I don't think theres much that I could ask her that she wouldn't give an honest answer to, and vice versa. For last Christmas, she gave me a watch of large monetary and sentimental value, so I know she trusts me and I'm more than a regular friend.