A little bit more
“So don’t just sit there. Open it.” She grinned happily, clapping her hands.
“Okay,” he nodded and began to carefully peel back the wrapping paper. Inside was a small velvet box. “What is this?” He peered at her in amusement. He opened the box, and she watched in anticipation, waiting for him to put the pieces together. “A key?”
“To my apartment,” she said shyly. “I just thought…” she shrugged, “…it would be easier when you’re coming and going.”
He leaned in to kiss her. “Thank you,” he whispered against her lips. “I’ll have a key made for you when we get back.”
Her face relaxed, and she smiled back at him. “I’d like that.”
He pulled out a small box from his pocket wrapped in a blue ribbon and handed it to her. She pulled the ribbon loose and opened the box, revealing a simple silver chain necklace with a small star-shaped pendant on it. “Oh, Clark, it’s gorgeous,” she gasped in surprise. “I’ve never seen anything like it.”
“And you won’t,” he responded carefully. “Every star is different and unique in its own way.” He brushed his hand against her cheek, “Just like you.”
“Star?” Lois asked in surprise.
“Just one of the smaller ones.” He said, fingering the crystalized star with his thumb.
“It’s beautiful. Thank you,” she whispered, leaning against him.
“Merry Christmas, Lois,” he said, stroking her cheek.
“Merry Christmas, Clark,” she murmured against his lips, capturing his mouth with hers.
