Smiling, Salazar took the necklace from Megan and moved behind her to drape it around her neck. He had spent some time learning to use the clasp, so he wouldn't fumble with it. He carefully placed it around her neck, and then moved back to stand in front of her. He lightly ran his fingers over the serpent lying against her chest. "I have to say I have excellent taste in jewelry," he commented lightly. "And now everyone will know that you are mine," he added in Parseltongue.