Jennifer was younger than her but not by much. What age was appropriate for courtship? She pursed her lips but nodded. "She seemed happy with the idea." The last thing she wanted was for him to think Jennifer had been dishonest. "How large is the community?"

Her eyes fell as she listened to him. His words resonated deep within her. She had never had a true family to call her own, had been struggling for so long to just find some happiness. If she could have it here, would it be so wrong?

He kissed her head and she offered a small smile. In one night she was treated more like family here than anywhere else. "Thank you," she said softly. "I look forward to starting fresh tomorrow. With you. With our family."