She did not smile as they peered into each others' eyes. It was a moment that felt like she was magnetized toward the handsome horse breeder. She was about to open her mouth to say something, and instead, let out a startled laugh when Dora nudged her closer to Lorn. He steadied her with his other hand but the momentum pushed her closer to him and she found herself tilting her head back to look at him.

"Lorn," she said softly, "I think Dora is tryin' ta match make too." She didn't laugh, though her eyes sparkled with amusement. It was hard to breathe when he was near and her heart hammered in her chest. She wanted very much for him to kiss her, silently willing him to do so with her mind whilst holding a breath she didn't know she was holding.