"The moment they were inside, away from the eyes of interested neighbors, he covered her mouth with his in a consuming kiss. Lily felt her bones melt within her, along with all her misgivings. Her arms wrapped around Caleb's neck, and she responded wholeheartedly to the kiss. When it was over she took his hat from his head and tossed it away. "I love you, Major Halliday," she said boldly. "How much?" he teased in a low, husky voice. "I couldn't possibly tell you." He nibbled at her lower lip for a moment, still holding her in his arms. "Will you show me?" "Oh, yes," Lily whispered, kissing him lightly. Caleb"