Caleb swore under his breath and got to his feet. He had so much to say to Lily, and presents to give her, and here she'd taken off on some wild goose chase. She really meant to move to that damned farm, the stubborn little chit.
Caleb was frustrated as he stood up, feeling overwhelmed by the urge to express his thoughts to Lily. His plans revolved around her, including gifts he had prepared, but her sudden departure on an errand annoyed him. It was clear that her determination to relocate to the farm was a source of irritation for him.
Despite his irritation, Caleb couldn't ignore how resolute Lily was in her decisions. Her stubbornness about the farm plan only fueled his desire to address the situation, emphasizing the complexity of their relationship and the tension caused by her independent spirit.
