The pair was breathless when they finally pulled apart.
They rested their foreheads against each other while waiting for their racing hearts to calm down.
"That was…"
"… nice?"
"Definitely much more than nice."
"I am glad."
"Fitzwilliam…"
Darcy drew back.
"Yes, Elizabeth?"
"You need not ask for permission to kiss me."
"I do not?"
"No. You can kiss me anytime you want."
"Even in company?"
"I doubt that you would," Elizabeth laughed.
"You never know."
"I dare you."
"My courage always rises with every attempt to intimidate me."
"No one can intimidate the great Mr Darcy."
"Only you, my love."