As the driver reached the bungalow, Elliot got out of the car.

Ruby, in a bright red dress immediately came sauntering out of the door. "Elliot, how was your check-up?"

"Nothing out of the ordinary, the doctor just told me to get more rest," replied Elliot.

Ruby hooked Elliot's arm as they walked into the living room, "Then you shouldn't overexert yourself! If you can't bring it up with my father, I can tell him! Daddy can't force you to overwork yourself, you are more important to me than anything on this planet!" exclaimed Ruby.

"Ruby, why are you dressed so magnificently today?" asked Elliot, changing the topic at hand.

"There's a surprise guest today! I can't tell you who it is, but you'll know soon enough," explained Ruby.

"Your birthday is coming up soon, what do you want for your present?" asked Elliot.

Ruby blushed and said, "I can't say explicitly what I want, I will like anything that you give me."

Ruby had always managed to make Elliot feel at ease. Avery on the con