She knew he enjoyed kissing but knowing that and feeling it, she is discovering, are very different things. That difference is not easily described in words, but it erases her lingering doubts about inequalities in their relationship. And any sense of indulgence on his part - well! She couldn't be more pleased, wrapping herself up in the feeling quite happily.

While she waits for him, she cannot help but sneak a peek at his sketchbook, admiring the great detail he is capable of. No doubt with enough practice, he will be able to produce photograph-quality work. Once he returns with the aloe, she gingerly removes the wrap she is wearing, careful not to irritate her skin more. Her bathing suit is a halter, so her poor shoulders and back were totally exposed to the sun while she was swimming. She turns so he can easily reach, then says, a little sheepishly, "It looks worse than it is."