"Since you made that ridiculous field trip with your pupils and trampled all over everything." She tucked her legs under her and leaned toward him.
"Yeah. So let's not argue or anything. But, really, Nancy, I would sort of like to marry you."
"I know."
"Have you any idea if you're nearing a decision?"
"Oh, yes."
"And?"
"Well, I think we can."
"Marry?"
"Uh huh."
"Fine." After he'd kissed Nancy, Holman became aware of a shambling off in the trees beyond their picnic spot.