"That's a good idea, and if my suspicions are correct and he does feel the same, he won't turn down the idea of spending more time together." A smile touches her lips, the apples of her cheeks turning just the faintest shade of pink.

"Honestly, I'd managed to convince myself I was happier this way, content to be alone with my wildflowers and the occasional visitor. But then something about Jon..." Claire shrugs one shoulder as if she's at a loss, unsure what her feelings are just yet.

"I'll take your advice, and we'll see what happens. He's very kind. Soft-spoken, too, and at least a little handsome," she finishes with a sly smile.