Chapter 170 - Striking Back (3)

Stephen turned and snapped "Zara, I will always respect you, but this is Joanne's choice.  She is eighteen, and we could marry without consulting you.  But I will not do that.  I want to finish the perfect ring for her, and the preliminary designed is in the folder that you have over there.  It is the first design in the folder, and I would like you to have a look and provide me with your feedback, understanding that the settings will slightly change, and the stones will be diamonds and sapphires rather than the semi-precious gems noted in the design."