Caleb often felt as though the relentless routine of training soldiers on the parade grounds might push him to the brink of madness. However, everything shifted for him with Lily's presence in his life. He recognized that Lily brought a new perspective and purpose, leading him to contemplate significant changes in his own life.

Once he managed to align her views with his and secure a stable home for her, Caleb resolved to return to Pennsylvania with hopes of mending his past. He even considered leaving the army to embrace a more fulfilling role in society, spurred on by the love and inspiration he found in Lily.