Thad felt nervous and at the same time delighted and excited at being in this moment. He'd never thought about this moment because it was a dream in his mind one he clung to. He didn't kow if Catherine would go through with it after her marriage or not. He hoped and wanted it so very much, but he had never been certain. He trusted her, beyond a shadow of a doubt, but their culture would think less of her if they ever knew. She would be an outcast. Something he didn't want for her. His heartbeat quickened until he felt he could hardly breath. He wanted this to be perfect for her. None of it mattered. Not now. Not anymore. He had her all to himself. Like it should be. They could express their love for each other in this moment.<br/><br/>Thad loved her more then life itself. He wanted her to feel the depth of his love while she was in his arms. He wanted her to never doubt his love. His desire and his pleasure at having her with him. He never wanted her to regret this moment.<br/><br/>His moment of nervousness shattered and left him with nothing but desire and love as he kissed her. Gently drawing her into his arms. Holding her close feeling her against the skin of his chest. His breathing ragged and his heat thundering he kissed her with all the passion he had. Deepening the kiss as he ran his hand down her back pressing her close. His eyes closed as he deepened the kiss further.