She Bought This Ring at a Thrift Store — Then An Expert Discovers This

The meeting

When it was time to go to the meeting, Alison wore the ring again. The sky was overcast, and a cool breeze blew through the streets as she walked to the library. She found Dr. Merritt waiting at a table near the back, surrounded by open books and a small magnifying lamp. He greeted her warmly, then immediately focused on the ring that gripped her finger.