They were some distance away,
but close enough to see Molly in her
state of undress locked in Kane’s
arms, dripping wet in the
middle of the creek.

Molly closed her eyes.

Kane swore an oath.

He thought fast. “Listen, Molly. I’ll make you a bargain. I’ll help you find your brother and you help me ease my grandfather’s mind. We’ll get married—temporarily.”

Molly blinked, then her eyes grew wide. “Temporarily?”

“I’ll explain later. Right now, your reputation is at stake. Mrs. Rose won’t keep this quiet.”

Riding in her buggy, Mrs. Rose approached swiftly with the Sheriff on horseback alongside of her.

Dumbfounded, Molly asked, “Mrs. Rose won’t keep what quiet?”

Kane shook his head and pointed at her attire, or rather lack of attire. “This looks bad for you, Molly. We’re both nearly naked. I doubt they’re thinking we’re out here for an innocent swim.”

Renegade Wife
Harlequin® Historical #789