They were close enough that she could inhale his scent – a combination of spruce, wood smoke and sweat... and with time, it has become her home. With a surge of determination, Claire closed the gap between them and pressed her lips to his. As their mouths moved together, Jamie wrapped his arms around her, holding her close as if never wanting to let go. It was nothing more than a touch of lips, but a way to find comfort and solace in the only person they could. Their bodies moulded together as one, and they could feel each other's heartbeats, beating in perfect harmony. As they pulled away from the kiss, their foreheads rested against each other.