"As good as married," he agreed, kissing her shoulder gently. "There never has been anyone else for me, Candy. You're all I ever need." He leaned his head forward a little to kiss the corner of her mouth.
Then he was being pulled upright and he nodded. "Swimming sounds good." He smiled and lifted her up, one arm sliding under her legs to carry her over-the-threshold style. He grinned at her and began making his way out to the lake.