Jamie hummed against her mouth, melting into the kiss. For all of his indecision, being with her was surprisingly effortless, second nature in a way he would've never anticipated -- could never have anticipated. When he eased away a moment later, he smiled at her, still unguarded, his mind singularly focused on her. With a laugh that bordered on giddy, he ducked his head to press another kiss to her shoulder, her hair tickling his nose.

"But we don't have to wait that long again, right?"