. }Deep inside her dreams.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs22\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\ul\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
The Exploration
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
next morning she rose from her slumber early, excited thoughts running through
her mind. She sung to herself as she pulled out a skirt and blouse from her trunk
. She washed herself quickly and hurriedly dressed before leaving her cabin. She
made her way up to the Promenade deck, smiling and nodding at people who acknowledged
her presence.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
recalled her thoughts from the night before and sighed. \u8216\'91Was that the
reason why she had been sent on this voyage? Was her Mother trying to find her an
eligible suitor?\u8217\'92 She wasn\u8217\'92t sure if that was what her Mother
had been planning. Elizabeth sighed, \u8216\'91Well, it won\u8217\'92t work. I
am not looking for a husband yet.\u8217\'92
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Elizabeth,\u8221\'94 she heard someone calling her.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
looked around and saw Richard walking towards her. She sighed as he approached,
and then rebuked herself, \u8216\'91I was a bit hasty towards him last night, I
shouldn\u8217\'92t have been so rude with him.\u8217\'92 He smiled at her, \u8220
\'93I apologise for my behaviour last night, I shouldn\u8217\'92t have startled
you. Can I accompany you to dinner tonight or tomorrow to make up for my tardiness
?\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled at him, still unsure about his motives, \u8220\'93Apology accepted, Richard
. I am sorry but I won\u8217\'92t be able to accept your invitation tonight. I have
a prior engagement.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Richard
nodded at her.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Perhaps we can meet up for a drink later in the bar then.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes,\u8221\'94 Elizabeth smiled at him politely.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Sorry, got to rush, see you later.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
watched in amazement as he quickly disappeared, leapfrogging the railing before
running back along the deck.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8216
\'91He must be in a hurry,\u8217\'92 she thought to herself.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
strolled along a bit further, before deciding to relax for a while on the Sun Deck
. She made her way up the stairs and sat down in one of the deck chairs. She lazed
back into it and as she felt the sunshine beam down on her face, closed her eyes
. Her thoughts started to drift again.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Hello.\u8221\'94 A voice jolted her back into reality. She opened her eyes slowly
to see David gazing down at her. She smiled back at him.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Hello David, it\u8217\'92s nice to see you.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It\u8217\'92s good to see you as well,\u8221\'94 he replied.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
glanced at her watch. \u8220\'93Goodness, is that the time? I have been out in
the sun for far too long. Would you like to accompany me to the bar? David.\u8221
\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, certainly, Elizabeth, then I can return the drink which you so kindly got
for me yesterday.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
rose from her deck chair and they walked down the stairs back to the Promenade
deck. As they entered the bar, Elizabeth was surprised to see how lively it was.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It\u8217\'92s only late morning,\u8221\'94 she whispered to David, \u8220\'93
Do these people party all day?\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It seems that way,\u8221\'94 David replied, \u8220\'93But remember, it is a
celebratory voyage as well.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 An
attendant approached to serve them. She smiled at him and asked for a small white
wine, David requested an ale. While the attendant was serving their drinks, Elizabeth
studied David\u8217\'92s face. He was certainly good looking and she was attracted
to his personality. He made her relax and she certainly didn\u8217\'92t do that
with most of the men that her mother thought were possible suitors.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
sipped her drink slowly as she started to tell David more about her life at home
. David smiled in sympathy as she recounted tales of her mother\u8217\'92s efforts
to make her more ladylike. He laughed when she told him of her attempts to act
like one; she always failed, unable to reach the heights her mother desired.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Would you like another glass of wine?\u8221\'94 David enquired.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes please, after all as you said earlier, we are here to enjoy ourselves,\u8221
\'94 Elizabeth smiled.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
smiled back at her, \u8220\'93That\u8217\'92s the idea,\u8221\'94 he said as he
placed his arm around her and hugged her.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 A
loud roar of laughter erupted from the other side of the room. Elizabeth looked
over and was amazed to see the raunchy antics of a couple dancing together. They
were touching each other intimately. Elizabeth laughed, before commenting to David
, \u8220\'93Perhaps my mother had the wrong idea about this trip, if anything, it
\u8217\'92s making me more daring than I was.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
finished their drinks and David asked her if she wanted another. She giggled, \u8220
\'93I think that I have had more than enough for a while, thank you,\u8221\'94 before
asking mischievously \u8220\'93Would you like to join me for my afternoon nap?\u8221
\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
looked at her and grinned, \u8220\'93Yes, it would be good to relax my eyes for
a while.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
rose from their chairs and departed from the bar. Laughing and talking, they made
their way back to her cabin. She opened the door and he escorted her inside, closing
the door behind him.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
held him tightly as he smiled at her before pulling her into a loving embrace.
His fingers traced along her face, stroking and touching, before kissing her passionately
. She responded eagerly as she felt her heartbeats quicken.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
led her to her bed, and started to unbutton her blouse. She responded by taking
off his shirt. He slipped off her bra, before unbuttoning her skirt. She reached
for his waist and slowly unbuttoned his trousers, letting them fall to the floor
. Her fingers stroked along his legs, touching him, feeling him. He lifted her up
and laid her down gently.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
gasped with pleasure as she felt his lips on her tender nipples. His tongue stroked
down and along her body, kissing and caressing her. She shivered in anticipation
of his lovemaking. \u8216\'91Will it be as good as I have imagined?\u8217\'92
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
felt her desire building. Her heart beating faster. Her breathes increasing,
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
felt his hardness press against her lips. Pulsing and pushing inside her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Feeling
him deep.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Deeper
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Ohhhhhhh,\u8221\'94 she gasped...
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 His
thrusting, faster and harder, sent sensations throughout her body.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
was delirious as his passion gripped her and swam through her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
held her tight as he gave a final push.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Both
exhausted, they lay together, smiling, as their bodies recovered.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
spoke first, \u8220\'93That was something I have never experienced before," she
smiled, \u8220\'93it was really good.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I\u8217\'92m glad you enjoyed it, it was good for me as well.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
lay together for a few more minutes before Elizabeth smiled. \u8220\'93I think
my afternoon naps have just improved for the better.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
laughed before looking at his watch, \u8220\'93Dinner will be ready soon, perhaps
we should prepare for it. Would you like me to help you get ready?\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled, \u8220\'93Of course. You can choose my gown if you like.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
smiled. \u8220\'93Oh, that\u8217\'92s your choice; I\u8217\'92ll just help to put
it on you. Do up the buttons.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
both laughed, sharing their private joke.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
quickly pulled out one of her gowns, \u8220\'93Do you like this one?\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
smiled, \u8220\'93Yes, of course.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93That\u8217\'92s the one it will be then. Let me just refresh myself and then
I\u8217\'92ll put it on.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 After
washing herself, she slipped into the gown, \u8220\'93David, can you just do up
those small buttons on my back?\u8221\'94 She giggled.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Certainly, my lady.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Once
she was ready, they departed from her cabin and made their way along to the dining
room.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs22\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 As
David escorted her back to her cabin after the meal, she felt sure that someone
was watching her. She dismissed her thoughts, scolding herself for being so silly
.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
entered her cabin and David smiled at her before he kissed her passionately. She
responded to his touch, caressing his shoulders and stroking his back. Smiling,
she stood in front of him, turned around and asked him to undo the buttons which
he had fastened earlier. Afterwards, she let the gown slip off her into a heap
on the floor.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
gazed at her. Her sylph-like body aroused him beyond his wildest expectations.
He quickly removed his clothes before he knelt down in front of her and started
to kiss her ankles. He kissed her up to the top of her legs, over her pants and
up her body. His lips touched hers again in another passionate embrace.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 His
fingers reached around her and undid the clasps on her bra. Massaging and stroking
her back, before she felt him removing her pants. She moaned, her passion acknowledging
his touch in her most intimate places. She stroked and kissed his nipples, as her
fingers ran along his spine. He felt her response and touched her lips lightly,
before laying her down on the bed.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Her
legs widened, before she wrapped one around his. She felt his manhood brushing
against her lips. Her moisture flowed when she felt him stiffen, her muscles stretching
to greet him.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 His
fingers reached down and stroked her slowly, feeling her moisture which he gathered
on his fingers and spread along her. His fingers gently touched her clitoris sending
spasms of erotic pleasure through her body.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
moaned with pleasure, \u8220\'93Now!\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
hearing her, started to enter her gently. Her muscles tightened around him as he
did. He waited, before touching her clitoris again. She relaxed and he pushed further
inside her. This time, she did not stiffen but rose up to him, taking him fully
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 His
passion took hold of him as he felt her deep rhythmic sensations; her passion took
over as she felt his responses. Their bodies locked together as their climaxes
erupted together.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 As
their passions subsided, they lay together in each others arms. David held her
gently while she fell asleep. He looked at her and saw the smile on her lips. He
quietly left her cabin.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\ul\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
The Secrets
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
woke up late, still dreaming of the events from the day before. She hugged herself
tightly as she remembered their passionate love-making. She rose slowly as her
thoughts turned to her mother. \u8216\'91Oh no, my mother. What will she say if
she finds out? She has always preached about keeping myself until my wedding night
.\u8217\'92 Disjointed thoughts tumbled through her mind. \u8216\'91Would my future
husband be able to tell that I\u8217\'92m not a virgin any more? Is there any way
they could find out?\u8217\'92
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Her
thoughts returned to her night of passion. \u8216\'91That was so good; I don\u8217
\'92t care what mother thinks. I enjoyed it, I have grown up. I can now live my
life as I wish, hopefully with a man like David by my side.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
suddenly noticed that the liner seemed to be moving slowly and left her cabin to
enquire why. Her question was soon answered when she stepped out onto the deck
and saw the thick, dense fog surrounding it.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Looking
around, she noticed Richard standing at the end of corridor. She smiled and waved
to him cheerfully. To her surprise, he just nodded at her and then turned and sprinted
off around the corner. She wondered, \u8216\'91Was he watching me? I always see
him just lately.\u8217\'92 Dismissing her thoughts as absurd, she returned to her
cabin.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Mid
-morning, Elizabeth visited the library and looked through the display of the latest
magazines on the large table in the centre of the room. \u8216\'91The fog will
probably clear later. In the meantime, I\u8217\'92ll catch up with the news.\u8217
\'92 She selected one of the journals and went to sit down on one of the comfortable
chairs. She read the latest society gossip, looked at the fashion pages, and then
studied the articles.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Have you got time for that drink now?\u8221\'94 A voice enquired. She looked
up to see Richard standing in front of her. She nodded and rose from her chair
as he took her arm and led her out of the library.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
walked along the deck and into the noisy cocktail lounge. Elizabeth still couldn
\u8217\'92t believe how busy the place was; it never seemed to matter whether it
was night or day.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93What would you like to drink today?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It\u8217\'92s a bit early in the day for wine,\u8221\'94 she replied, \u8220
\'93so I think I would like a natural juice, orange would be just fine.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Are you sure? Time here doesn\u8217\'92t matter. The days and nights all roll
into one. Can\u8217\'92t I tempt you into something stronger?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93No thank you. I have to call my mother later and I will need to be fully aware
of her questioning.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Richard
smiled. \u8220\'93My mother is also that way inclined.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
called over an attendant, \u8220\'93An orange juice for the lady and a whisky for
myself.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Certainly Sir,\u8221\'94 the attendant replied.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Richard
lounged back in his chair and looked at Elizabeth.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93How are you enjoying the cruise?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It\u8217\'92s wonderful. I\u8217\'92m having a lovely time.\u8221\'94 She replied
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
attendant served their drinks, \u8220\'93Will that be all, Sir?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Richard
replied, \u8220\'93Yes,\u8221\'94 without taking his eyes off of Elizabeth.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Tell me about your family. Your father is a Lord like mine isn\u8217\'92t he
? You told me that when we first met.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
replied. \u8220\'93Yes, I\u8217\'92m sorry, but I have not heard of your father
. Where does he come from?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93The east side of the country, Cambridge, near to the fens. And you, your good
self?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh, l live just outside London, in Windsor.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Richard
nodded before he carried on.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93We have a large family residence in Grantchester, a few miles from the centre
of Cambridge. My father is elderly now and I am the sole inheritor of the estate
.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
nodded as he continued.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93The main hall in the residence is huge; I am looking forward to the banquets
that I will be hosting there soon.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
continued to talk about himself as her thoughts started to wander. She decided
he was a bore, talking incessantly about himself and his life. \u8216\'91I should
have followed my initial instincts,\u8217\'92 she thought to herself.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
sipped her drink slowly, nodding politely at certain intervals and agreeing with
him, when he paused for breath.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
finally drained her glass and made her excuses to leave.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Stay, have another,\u8221\'94 he urged her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
shook her head. \u8220\'93Sorry, but duty calls, I must telephone my mother.\u8221
\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
smiled politely. \u8220\'93Thank you for the drink. I\u8217\'92ll see you later
.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Richard
replied, \u8220\'93Yes, I will look forward to it. Good bye for now.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
sat in her cabin and looked at the telephone. Would it really work? She felt a
long way from home and she didn\u8217\'92t really believe that a telephone could
connect her with her parents over all those miles. She had promised her mother
that she would call her at some point and today seemed a good enough day as any,
to make that call. She checked her watch. \u8216\'91Late afternoon in England.
I\u8217\'92ll make it and see if it works.\u8217\'92
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
lifted the receiver and after a few seconds was connected to one of the ship\u8217
\'92s telephone operator\u8217\'92s.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Good morning, which number do you require?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
replied, \u8220\'93England, Windsor, 294, please.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
operator replied, \u8220\'93One moment please.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
phone made a number of clicks before it started to ring. Shortly afterwards, the
ringing stopped and a voice answered, \u8220\'93Windsor 294, the Saxonby residence
. How can I help you?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
replied, \u8220\'93Hello Mary, it\u8217\'92s Elizabeth here. May I speak to my
mother please, if she is available?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 While
Elizabeth was waiting for her mother to come to the phone, she marvelled at this
latest piece of technology. She was hundreds of miles away from home, in the middle
of the sea, but still able to speak to her parent\u8217\'92s as if they were in
the same room.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Hello, Elizabeth and how are you? I trust you are behaving yourself.\u8221\'94
The line crackled.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
smiled to herself before replying, \u8220\'93Of course, Mother. I am fine and yourself
?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh, life is much the same here. Nothing unusual, except of course, we are missing
you. Have you met any eligible suitors that I would approve of yet? Lady Goldsmith
was asking me the same question earlier.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
was bemused by her questioning. \u8216\'91Nothing ever changes, she still wants
me to settle down.\u8217\'92
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh, Mother, is that all you ever think and talk about?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I only want the best for you, Elizabeth. You should know that.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, Mother. Is Father at home?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93He\u8217\'92s away today, watching the horse racing, I think he said.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh, as usual then. I had better go Mother, see you soon. Give my regards to
my father please, when he returns.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Of course, Elizabeth, see you soon. Take care.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
replaced the receiver and decided that she had got off lightly from her questioning
. She knew that Richard would charm her mother totally and gave an involuntary
shudder. She wasn\u8217\'92t sure what she would think of David, though. He hadn
\u8217\'92t told her much about his background. Not enough to impress her mother
anyway.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Later
in the afternoon, as she sat on the Sun Deck waiting for David to join her, a sudden
commotion broke out. Someone ran along the deck, fiercely pursued by three of the
liner\u8217\'92s crew. The man stumbled and fell. One of the crew held the man
down while another pulled his arms back and handcuffed him around his wrists. He
was then pulled to his feet and led away. She wondered where they were taking him
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 At
that moment, David appeared. Her heart started to beat faster, as he approached
her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
\u8220\'93What was that all about?\u8221\'94 he asked. She explained to him what
she had just seen.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Ah, it sounds like a stowaway was caught,\u8221\'94 he said.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, where would they take him? What would they do with him?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93There will be somewhere on the liner to put him. Maybe they will make him work
for the rest of the journey and then when we reach America, he will be handed over
to the police.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
nodded.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
pulled his deck chair close to hers before he settled down into it.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93How are you today, Elizabeth? Feeling tired after yesterday?\u8221\'94 He grinned
at her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled at back at him. \u8220\'93No. Why? Are you?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
laughed.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
reached out with his fingers and gently stroked her hair before he leant forward
and kissed her lightly.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It\u8217\'92s good to see you,\u8221\'94 he whispered in her ear.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
continued to lounge in their deck chairs.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Are you hungry?\u8221\'94 Would you like to go for something to eat?\u8221\'94
David asked.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It will be dinner in two hours.\u8221\'94 She replied.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, but if we eat now, we can miss the dinner tonight and I can have you all
to myself.\u8221\'94 He smiled at her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Her
heart started to beat wildly as she realised he wanted her, just as much as she
wanted him.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
entered the Verandah Grill and Elizabeth gasped in awe as she saw the paintings
which were displayed on the walls. Pantomime and theatre scenes framed with columns
of silver and gold.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh, what beautiful pictures.\u8221\'94 She murmured to David. He agreed with
her, \u8220\'93They are all painted by the same artist as well.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
sat at a table by one of the walls and waited to be served. Almost immediately,
the wine waiter came over with a selection of wines. David selected a deep red one
which the waiter poured for them. Elizabeth smiled as she took a sip from her glass
. \u8220\'93Oh, that\u8217\'92s really nice.\u8221\'94 The waiter nodded to her
before another waiter came over with the menu.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
chose a dish of chicken while David opted for the steak. They enjoyed their quiet
dinner together, sharing intimacies before departing for Elizabeth\u8217\'92s cabin
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Once
inside, David cupped her face with his hands and gently kissed her. His fingers
ran along her body sensually and provocatively as he started to remove her clothes
. She unbuttoned his shirt, kissing his nipples in turn. Her hands reached down
to his waist before removing his trousers.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
shivered with pleasure when he kissed her ankles. His tongue licked and stroked
her up along her legs before showering them with small, delicate kisses. His mouth
caressing as he tasted her inner thighs. She sighed with pleasure when she felt
his hot breath on her womanhood, moaning deeply when he kissed it.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 His
tongue caressed her soft lips, probing gently as he licked along them. She was
experiencing deep erotic sensations that she had never known before. Her inner muscles
tightened and relaxed frantically as she felt his tongue touch her more intimately
that she had ever been touched before.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
sucked her lips gently before his tongue tasted her opening. She groaned as she
felt the heat rise up inside her. She had never experienced feelings like this
before. She felt his tongue deeper and deeper inside her till she could stand it
no more. Her body seemed to freeze for an instant before exploding into her deep
orgasmic climax.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Ohhh, my love.\u8221\'94 She groaned breathlessly.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
rolled her over and lay underneath her. She felt his hard penis pushing against
her entrance. She kissed him passionately before guiding him in. Her muscles pulsated
around him, sending spasms and {\lang1033 deep }erotic sensations along his length
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
moaned as his thrusting became faster and harder. He was no longer in control of
his own body as his desire and passion peaked.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
recovered in each others arms before Elizabeth fell asleep. David gently detached
himself from her before giving her a light kiss and departing to his cabin.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs22\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
Realisation
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
woke early. She rose from her bed singing to herself. She felt so good, \u8216\'91
I\u8217\'92m in love.\u8217\'92 She made her way to the bathroom where she washed
and dressed before going down to the restaurant for breakfast.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 As
she entered the room, a steward rushed up to seat her. \u8220\'93A gentleman requests
the pleasure of your company this morning; would you like to eat with him?\u8221
\'94 She looked over to where the steward was pointing and saw David, smiling at
her. \u8220\'93Of course,\u8221\'94 she said to the steward who promptly escorted
her to David\u8217\'92s table. He rose to greet her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I\u8217\'92m pleased that you could join me.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
smiled at her. She returned his smile, as the waiter served her with a juice and
a selection of fruit.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Do you like to swim?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
thanked the steward before replying to David.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes,\u8221\'94 she laughed, \u8220\'93but in a pool, not in that great expanse
of water outside the liner.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
grinned at her as he replied, \u8220\'93silly, I meant in the pool on board, as
well you know. Would you like to join me when I go swimming after breakfast then
?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, please,\u8221\'94 Elizabeth replied.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 After
finishing their breakfast, they went back to their cabins to retrieve their swimming
garments. Elizabeth then put her robe on over her costume, picked up a towel and
a new dress before making her way down the stairs to the swimming pool. David was
already waiting for her at the entrance. He took her arm as they entered the room
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
stopped in the entrance and gazed in amazement at the mother-of-pearl ceiling.
As she walked along the balcony and down the steps to the pool, she paused again
to look at the fine shimmer it emitted throughout the room.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93This liner is so beautiful, David.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I totally agree with you, Elizabeth. This is becoming an amazing voyage.\u8221
\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
sought out the dressing boxes to leave their attire in before returning to the
water\u8217\'92s edge.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 At
the poolside, Elizabeth gracefully lowered herself into the water while David jumped
in off the side. They swam together, splashed and teased each other for a time,
before another couple came down to the pool.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Hello. Is the water warm?\u8221\'94 the lady asked.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes,\u8221\'94 Elizabeth replied. \u8220\'93It\u8217\'92s wonderful.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
and she swam for a few more lengths before getting out of the pool.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Do you wish to use the Turkish bath now or do you just want to get changed?\u8221
\'94 David asked her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
smiled, \u8220\'93I think I will save that experience for another day. I am feeling
slightly exhausted now.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
showered separately before entering their individual dressing boxes to put on their
more formal attire.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Well, Elizabeth, that was a nice morning. I am sorry but I must leave you now
. I have a few things to arrange.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
smiled, \u8220\'93I am feeling tired anyway. I think I would like a short rest
before I do anything else.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
nodded, \u8220\'93I will see you later. Take care for now. Goodbye.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled as he kissed her lightly, \u8220\'93Goodbye. You take care as well.\u8221
\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
went back to her cabin, slipped out of her dress and lay down on her bed, resting
her eyes.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
woke up with a start. Someone was shouting, creating a commotion, out in the corridor
. \u8220\'93Elizabeth. Elizabeth, let me in.\u8221\'94 Her cabin door handle rattled
franticly. She recognised Richard\u8217\'92s voice immediately.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
quickly pulled on her dressing gown and opened the door.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93What\u8217\'92s the matter, Richard?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
gasped in amazement at the sight of him. His flushed face was dripping with sweat
. She noticed his tired, bloodshot eyes just staring at her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Are you ill?\u8221\'94 She enquired.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93N\u8230\'85 N\u8230\'85 No, I just need to get out of the way for a while. They
won\u8217\'92t think of looking for me here,\u8221\'94 he stuttered.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Who, Richard? Who is after you?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Another guest. I won too much of his money at a poker game last night. Today
, he wants it back.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled at him with sympathy. \u8220\'93That\u8217\'92s bad. He shouldn\u8217\'92
t have gambled with it if he can\u8217\'92t afford to lose it.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Suddenly
Richard reached out and grasped her firmly. He forced his mouth down onto hers,
kissing her fiercely. His hands moved to the opening of her gown and he slipped
it off her shoulders, before attempting to tear her brassiere off of her. She panicked
, unable to believe what he was attempting to do. Remembering her lessons, she quickly
raised her knee and thumped it against his testicles. She felt his grip loosen.
Her hand rose up and she slapped him around his face, before running to the door
and out into the corridor.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
\u8220\'93You bitch!\u8221\'94 His voice rang out.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 In
her hurry to escape from him, she clattered into a lady walking along the hall
with her escort. Elizabeth mumbled her apologies before the gentleman, noticing
her dishevelled state, asked her, \u8220\'93What\u8217\'92s the matter? What has
happened? Are you all right?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
sobbed, \u8220\'93No. He attacked me. It could have been even worse.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
gentleman removed his jacket which he passed to her. Elizabeth, suddenly realising
she was naked apart from her torn brassiere and pants accepted it gratefully. She
slipped it on.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
lady put a protective arm around her and led her along the deck to the protection
of{\cf1 }her own cabin, while the gentleman called over a steward to accompany
him into Elizabeth\u8217\'92s.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
lady sat her down before bringing her a small glass of brandy and a blanket to
wrap herself in. Elizabeth slipped out of the jacket and wrapped herself in the
offered blanket.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Here, drink this; it will calm your nerves. Allow me to introduce myself, I\u8217
\'92m Victoria.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
gave Elizabeth a handkerchief to wipe away her tears.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Now, do you want to tell me what happened, or can I call on someone else to
comfort you?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
accepted her kindness gratefully.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I\u8217\'92m Elizabeth. This is my first voyage overseas without my parents.
\u8221\'94 She sniffed before continuing. \u8220\'93Oh, can you find David for me
? He is a good friend of mine.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93David? Do you know his surname? There must be a few David\u8217\'92s on board
.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
sighed, \u8220\'93No, I only know him as David. He comes from England. Kent, I
seem to remember he said.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
described him a bit more before Victoria clapped her hands to her mouth, \u8220
\'93I know who you mean, yes, he always introduces himself as David, to stop the
hangers-on. I will send for him.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
lifted the telephone receiver and spoke into it quietly before replacing it back
into its socket.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93That\u8217\'92s done. Someone is looking for him. He will be along shortly.\u8221
\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 At
that moment Victoria\u8217\'92s escort returned. She introduced him to Elizabeth
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Elizabeth, this is Robert, my husband.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I\u8217\'92m very pleased to meet you, Robert. Thank you so much for helping
me in my hour of need.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93They have him in custody in the hold. It seems you had a lucky escape,\u8221
\'94 he said, looking at Elizabeth. \u8220\'93It turns out he is a cad, always on
the lookout for the rich ladies, hoping to impress them and worm his way into their
affections. All he wanted was your virtue and money. He thought that you were the
answer to all of his problems.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93He was always hanging around. Whenever I was alone, he always seemed to be watching
me. But at times, he would disappear rather quickly,\u8221\'94 Elizabeth replied
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 There
was a knock at the door. David rushed in. His face etched with worry.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Elizabeth, my darling, are you all right?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
took her into his arms and held her close. Her heart leapt with the knowledge that
he cared about her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Robert
waited until their embrace was over before continuing.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93He is a stowaway, a fraud. He hadn\u8217\'92t paid for his ticket and was never
likely to get one but he still wanted to take a full part in life aboard. The sheer
audacity of the chap.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93So, that was why he kept disappearing,\u8221\'94 murmured Elizabeth. \u8220\'93
He didn\u8217\'92t want to be discovered. I have never heard of his Father, Lord
Goldsworth, either. Have you?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93The name means nothing to me,\u8221\'94 David replied. \u8220\'93Where is his
home?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Near Cambridge, he said.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
nodded before he kissed her gently. \u8220\'93Are you able to return to your cabin
, or would you like to come to mine?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
looked at him and smiled through her tears. \u8220\'93Yours, please, I\u8217\'92
m not sure that I can go back to mine at present.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
wanted to protect her. He wanted her to feel safe and not suffer any more anguish
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Tell me what you need from yours, and I will fetch it. Stay with me for the
rest of the evening and tonight. Let me comfort you.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Victoria
and Robert exchanged glances. Victoria spoke, \u8220\'93Is that a good idea? I
am sure that if we need to, we could find Elizabeth some alternative accommodation
.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93No that\u8217\'92s fine,\u8221\'94 Elizabeth smiled. \u8220\'93David is a good
friend; I know that he will help me.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
replied, \u8220\'93Yes, you can be sure that I will take good care of her. Thank
you both for your help.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
Elizabeth nodded at the couple, \u8220\'93Thank you for everything. I have taken
up enough of your time. Enjoy the rest of your cruise.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
smiled at her before Victoria replied, \u8220\'93You know us, now. If there is
anything you need, just let us know. Take care.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
replied, \u8220\'93Thank you. Goodbye for now.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Goodbye.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
put a protective arm around her as he guided her out of the cabin and towards his
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 When
David sat her down in one of his chairs, he felt her shiver.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Are you still cold?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93No, just realising how lucky I have been.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Would you like some tea or would you prefer something stronger?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Tea would be good, thank you. I had a brandy earlier.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
returned with a cup of hot tea which she sipped gratefully. She was still shaken
but felt safe with David for company. She yawned. Suddenly she felt very tired.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Come on, Elizabeth, you have had a frightening time. Why not get some rest?\u8221
\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
nodded her head, \u8220\'93Perhaps you are right.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Let\u8217\'92s get you rested.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Thank you.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
let her sleep in his bed while he comforted her, stroking her head tenderly throughout
the night. When she suffered flashbacks, he was there, caring for her. Finally,
when he saw her slip into a deep contented sleep, he retired to his chair.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
awakening
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
woke early the next morning. She looked around at her surroundings and was bewildered
for a moment, before she suddenly recalled the events of the day before. Then she
noticed David still sleeping in the chair. \u8216\'91My love. Thank you so much
for taking care of me.\u8217\'92
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
rose from his bed and kissed him lightly on his forehead. He woke immediately.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Elizabeth, how are you feeling? I hope you slept well after your nasty experience
.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled. \u8220\'93Better than I could have hoped for. Thank you so much.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Good. I\u8217\'92m pleased to hear it. I have some news for you. One of my friends
back in England has been checking out Richard\u8217\'92s story. I\u8217\'92m afraid
Robert was totally right about him. He is a fraud. There is no Lord Goldsworth.
No house owned under that name in Grantchester either.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
gasped, \u8220\'93So, who is he then?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh, just some low-life commoner that believes he can swindle anyone he meets
. He was very interested in you, though. He thought you were na\u239\'efve and he
would be able to impress you with his stories.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
retorted, \u8220\'93I hope he\u8217\'92s locked away and not able to do it again
for a long time.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh he will be, my love. The police will be waiting for him in Southampton on
the return leg of this voyage. Until then, he\u8217\'92s locked in the cells down
below.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
sighed with relief.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I took the liberty of entering your cabin last night and returned here with
some of your clothes.\u8221\'94 David said. \u8220\'93I have laid them out for you
in the bathroom.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Thank you, David. I am most grateful.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
entered his bathroom and washed herself before putting on one of her lightweight
summer dresses.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Let\u8217\'92s take a stroll along the deck before breakfast,\u8221\'94 David
suggested. \u8220\'93It\u8217\'92s a nice, warm morning outside. We must be nearing
America.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93That sounds good,\u8221\'94 replied Elizabeth, \u8220\'93then we\u8217\'92ll
have some breakfast in the dining room. We could look at the map on the wall and
see how much longer we will be able to enjoy each others company.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
sighed to herself as she thought about their future together. \u8216\'91I hope
that\u8217\'92s not going to be the end of our liaison. Surely we will continue
to remain good friends once the cruise is over. Could I even dare to dream of more
than that?\u8217\'92
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
took her arm and escorted her out of his cabin.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93What are your plans in New York?\u8221\'94 he asked.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I\u8217\'92m staying with some friends of my parents in Staten Island for a
few days and will then be returning to England. What about yours?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I will be working in the city for the week,\u8221\'94 he replied, smiling at
her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
was about to ask him if they could meet up for an evening when a steward called
out to them.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Sir David, Madam Elizabeth.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
rushed up to them.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93The Captain has heard about what happened, your unfortunate incident, Madam.
He sends an invitation for both of you to dine at his table tonight.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
looked at David and nodded her head.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Tell the Captain that we are very pleased to accept his kind invitation,\u8221
\'94 David replied.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I will let him know of your acceptance.\u8221\'94 The steward nodded before
departing.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
carried on with their stroll along the Promenade deck when Elizabeth noticed a
poster outside the ballroom. They wandered over to read it. \u8216\'91Tea Dance.
This afternoon at three o\u8217\'92clock.\u8217\'92
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93David, I would like to take part in that.\u8221\'94 She exclaimed, \u8220\'93
I have never been to one. Have you?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93One or two in my past, but they are not something I frequent a lot.\u8221\'94
David smiled at her. \u8220\'93But here\u8217\'92s your chance. Elizabeth, would
you give me the pleasure of your company at the tea dance this afternoon?\u8221
\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled back at him. \u8220\'93Thank you, kind Sir; I accept your invitation with
delight.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 After
their late breakfast, they went back to Elizabeth\u8217\'92s cabin to choose her
outfit for the dance that afternoon. She didn\u8217\'92t really want to enter it
, but she knew she must. \u8216\'91I\u8217\'92m not going to run away from everything
in life that scares me,\u8217\'92 she thought to herself. Her body slightly shook
as she retrieved the key from her bag. David, sensing her nervousness, stepped
in front of her and unlocked the door. He entered her cabin, checking that all was
well, before encouraging her inside.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Come on, Elizabeth. I thought you said you wanted to choose your clothes for
the dance.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
settled back on her bed as she walked to her wardrobe. She sorted through the hangers
before making up her mind. She picked out a shorter knee-length flared dress to
wear.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93What do you think of this one, David?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, I like it,\u8221\'94 he replied.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93That\u8217\'92s the one that I will wear then.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
went to kiss David, but as she did so, she suddenly froze and shivered as memories
came flooding back into her mind. She stopped. David looked at her and sensed her
fear.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Do you want to remain here or shall we return to my cabin?\u8221\'94 he asked
her tenderly.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I\u8217\'92m fine. I need to get over that irrational fear and I won\u8217\'92
t if I keep running away from it.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
kissed him slowly. David responded carefully, kissing her gently until he felt
her body relax. His arms encircled her body as he pulled her closer.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh Elizabeth, my love. Never in a million years would I hurt you. I hope you
realise that by now.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled. \u8220\'93I know that. You have behaved like a gentleman from the first
time I met you.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
settled her down on her bed before sitting beside her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Any time I\u8217\'92m going too fast for you, just tell me and I\u8217\'92ll
stop.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93That won\u8217\'92t be necessary, David. You are a totally different man from
that animal.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
\u8217\'92s fingers stroked her body tenderly as they lay together, relaxing in
each others arms before the dance later that day.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
* * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
They entered the ballroom, arm in arm for the tea dance. Stewards surrounded the
tables all carrying teapots. As they sat down at one of the empty tables, a steward
came over and asked \u8220\'93Which type of tea would you prefer, China, Indian
or one of the more selective brews?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
\u8220\'93China tea sounds good enough for me,\u8221\'94 she answered.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
\u8220\'93I would like some Indian please,\u8221\'94 David said.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
Elizabeth and David studied the menu.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
\u8220\'93David, would you like some sandwiches?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
He smiled at her. \u8220\'93Yes, beef ones, please.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
\u8220\'93Oh and some cucumber sandwiches as well, please,\u8221\'94 Elizabeth said
to the steward.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
\u8220\'93Certainly, Sir, madam.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
The steward bowed his head before departing to fetch their requests.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
After finishing their sandwiches and one of the small cakes which the steward had
bought on his return, Elizabeth watched as the dancers swirled on the raised, parquet
floor. When the band started to play a rousing rumba tune, David asked her, \u8220
\'93Shall we dance?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1\li27{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
Elizabeth smiled. \u8220\'93Yes, please.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
led her out onto the dance floor, and to Elizabeth\u8217\'92s amazement, danced
perfectly, matching her steps with his.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93How did you learn to dance like that? I have never danced with anyone that knows
the moves like you do,\u8221\'94 she said in amazement.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93My mother always said a man should dance properly, so she made me have lessons
for a few years.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 After
a few more dances, David led her off the floor.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Did you enjoy that?\u8221\'94 he asked her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, of course I did. I\u8217\'92m still amazed at how well you dance; you nearly
put me to shame.\u8221\'94 She smiled at him.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Never, Elizabeth.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 They
went back to David\u8217\'92s cabin, resting together before the captain\u8217\'92
s dinner.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
felt his body against hers as he pulled her closer to him. As his lips stroked
against hers, before kissing her slowly, she felt her desire for him rise in her
body. She reached out to him and started to unbutton his shirt.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Elizabeth, are you sure this is want you want? I don\u8217\'92t want to hurt
you.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I have never been surer of anything in my life, David.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
stroked his chest with her fingertips, caressing his nipples, before kissing them
. She removed his shirt completely before struggling with the belt on his trousers
. She groaned with frustration at her clumsiness. David chuckled before helping
her undo it.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
removed his trousers, sliding them down his legs. Her fingertips tracing slowly
back up along them. Caressing his inner thighs, she reached down and kissed him
softly on his penis.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Her
tongue tasted him. Her desire increased. Her breaths got faster. Her passion rose
. She groaned with pleasure.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Ohhh, David.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Afterwards
, David looked at her and she knew then that he could sense how happy she felt.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Elizabeth, my love, there is something I have to tell you about me. I\u8217\'92
m not sure that you are going to like it, though.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
wondered for a minute what awful tale he was going to tell her. \u8216\'91Is he
going to admit to being a criminal, as well? No, he couldn\u8217\'92t be.\u8217
\'92 Then she remembered that look from Victoria when she had described him. \u8216
\'91She had known who he was. Perhaps he was a celebrity of some sort.\u8217\'92
She hadn\u8217\'92t seen many stage shows or films, so she wouldn\u8217\'92t know
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Tell me, David, what can be so bad?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Well, I am not quite whom I seem.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Come on, David. Tell me.\u8221\'94 She gave an impatient sigh.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Err... My parents are quite wealthy, the Duke and Duchess actually. Luckily
for me, they are still quite young so I am not going to inherit the title yet...
\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
paused, waiting for her reaction.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
stuttered. \u8220\'93But\u8230\'85 but, you\u8217\'92re a normal guy. You don\u8217
\'92t act like a Marquess.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
laughed. \u8220\'93And how is a Marquess expected to act?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
giggled. \u8220\'93I\u8217\'92m not sure. I\u8217\'92ve not met that many."
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
smiled back at her, \u8220\'93Don\u8217\'92t let it change anything, Elizabeth.
Please keep treating me the same as you have been.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Of course, but you do realise that my mother is going to want to meet you, when
she finds out about you.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I think my mother will be having exactly the same thoughts.\u8221\'94 He chuckled
before kissing her softly.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
arrival
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
entered the Dining Room apprehensively that evening. It was such an honour to
be invited to the Captain\u8217\'92s table and she hoped that she wouldn\u8217\'92
t do anything silly like knocking her wine over because of her nervousness.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Don\u8217\'92t worry, you\u8217\'92ll be fine. Enjoy the occasion.\u8221\'94
David whispered to her as he felt her body tremble slightly.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled at him before whispering back, \u8220\'93I hope so, David.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
Captain saw her enter and strode over to her with his hand outstretched. He shook
her hand before asking, \u8220\'93Madam, how are you? I hope that you are enjoying
your trip and have recovered from your unpleasant experience.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I have recovered very well,\u8221\'94 Elizabeth replied. \u8220\'93David has
made sure of that.\u8221\'94 She looked at David and smiled at him. David touched
her hand softly. Her nervousness evaporated as she felt his touch.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Good,\u8221\'94 the Captain answered, nodding at both of them. \u8220\'93It\u8217
\'92s a pleasure to have you both dine at my table tonight. It promises to be a
fine meal.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, we are looking forward to it.\u8221\'94 David replied.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
gong sounded.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Ladies and Gentlemen. Dinner is now served.\u8221\'94 A voice rang out seemingly
from nowhere.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
took Elizabeth\u8217\'92s hand and guided her to her place at the long table at
the end of the room. As she sat down, the wine waiter was hovering at her side.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Red or White wine, madam?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Red, please.\u8221\'94 Elizabeth replied, smiling at him. He filled her glass
deftly before moving on along the table. She picked up the menu card from the table
and studied it before choosing her meal.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93David, have you seen the menu card tonight? The picture on the other side is
wonderful.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
looked at it before smiling back at her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It seems that you are feeling less awkward now. Is that right?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes. Thank you.\u8221\'94 She smiled. \u8220\'93It\u8217\'92s been an amazing
day.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
wondered about her mother and how she would react to her news. Perhaps it would
be better to say nothing to her when she phoned her the next time. Thoughts of
her unbelievable journey continued to run through her mind.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
conversation around the table changed into a more general one as the guests started
to talk.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Sir, are you on target to get the record, the \u8216\'91Blue Riband\u8217\'92
one?\u8221\'94 She heard someone ask the Captain.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
whispered to David. \u8220\'93What\u8217\'92s the \u8216\'91Blue Riband\u8217\'92
record?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93It\u8217\'92s a honour for crossing the Atlantic in the fastest time.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 The
Captain replied. \u8220\'93No, not this time, the heavy fog we ran into delayed
us a bit.\u8221\'94 She heard her table companions give their commiserations as
she added hers.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
\u8217\'92s voice broke into her thoughts. \u8220\'93So, Elizabeth. Would you like
to visit my home and meet my parents?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
smiled at him happily before nodding her head. They continued to eat their meal
joining in the conversations that were continuing around the table.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 After
the coffee, the Captain rose from the table and made his farewells.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
looked at David as she stifled a yawn. \u8220\'93I\u8217\'92m feeling rather tired
as well. It has been a busy day today. Would you mind awfully if we went back to
the cabin?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Of course not,\u8221\'94 David replied, \u8220\'93mine or yours?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yours please, many of my belongings are there anyway.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
rose from his chair before helping Elizabeth from hers. Together they bade their
farewells to the other guests and left the room.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
entered David\u8217\'92s cabin and slipped off her shoes as she sat down. She felt
tired after the long day she had just shared with David. A sudden thought entered
her mind. \u8216\'91Mmm that would be a relaxing end to their busy day.\u8217\'92
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93David? Would you like to share my shower?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
saw David smile as he followed her into the bathroom.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
kissed him as she reached and unbuttoned his shirt, slowly caressing his chest
as she slipped it off him. Her fingers reached down and unbuttoned his trousers.
She smiled as they fell to the floor.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 After
she removed her clothes, she reached into the shower and turned on the water, adjusting
the spray and the temperature before turning and smiling at him again.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
stepped into it, pulling David in behind her. She noticed when he reached for the
lotion and felt his soft caresses when he gently rubbed it into her skin. She giggled
when he scooped up some bubbles and tickled her neck. Then she sighed with pleasure
as she felt his gentle touches massaging her body.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Her
nipples started to tingle when his fingers bathed her breasts, feeling his sensuous
touch. She felt them harden as he sprayed the water on her to rinse them.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
felt his hands stroking her. His soft, gentle touches around her waist, sending
ripples of pleasure through her body. His touch. Her body. Together.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
moaned with pleasure. David looked at her and kissed her passionately before continuing
his soapy massage.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
groaned when he reached down and soaped her inner thighs. His fingers brushed against
her inner lips sporadically. Those touches sent her further into her ecstasy as
she felt the pulsations deeper inside her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Her
breaths became faster. She moaned. She felt her body tighten. Faster and faster
. She groaned with pleasure as her body hit its climatic peak.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
fell back into David\u8217\'92s arms.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 As
her breathing slowly returned to normal, she turned to him and kissed him passionately
.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
looked at him with a twinkle in her eye,
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Now it\u8217\'92s your turn.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
reached for the lotion and tipped some in the palm of her hand. Rubbing her palms
together she spread it equally before reaching for David\u8217\'92s chest. Her
hands deftly massaged the lotion into his skin. Her soft tender touches as she reached
his nipples before trailing her fingers down along his body.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Her
fingers stroked against his thighs before she moved inside them. She made him
spread his legs further so she could reach his testicles. She wanted him to feel
the pleasures that he had just given her. She felt his twitches as she stroked
along them up towards her ultimate goal.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
kissed his body as she continued to massage him. Her tongue licking him further
and lower along his body. She kissed the tip of his member and heard his sharp
intake of breath. Smiling to herself, she continued and started to taste him. Her
tongue swirled around him before taking him deeper into her mouth. Feeling his
hardness as her tongue quivered under his shaft.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
felt his muscles stiffening as her hands stroked his buttocks. His thrusts pushed
him deeper into her mouth. She tasted. She wanted more. She sucked.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
heard him yell. All at once, she could taste his fluid. She swallowed the seemingly
never-ending liquid that was flowing from him. Drinking him. Tasting him like never
before.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Time
stood still for a moment before she heard David\u8217\'92s whisper. \u8220\'93Come
on, I think its time for bed.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
reached up and turned off the shower before lifting her into his arms and carrying
her to the bed.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
woke late the next morning. David and she were still entwined in each others arms
. She ran her fingers along his cheek before kissing him. She heard him sigh as
his arms tightened around her.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Are you awake?\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
chuckled. \u8220\'93Do you realise what the time is? It appears that we have overslept
.\u8221\'94
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
looked at her and smiled.
}
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}
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\'93I don\u8217\'92t suppose this is surprising, after all it was a very long day
yesterday. I\u8217\'92m not sure what time it was when we finally made it to bed
.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93We need to get up, I would like to see the coast of America as we approach it
,\u8221\'94 she exclaimed excitedly.
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 He
smiled at her enthusiasm.
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 She
kissed him softly before rising from the bed and going into the bathroom.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
dressed and waited patiently for her to emerge before they went onto the Promenade
deck and into the cocktail lounge to watch the coast approach.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I understand a new pier has been built to accommodate the arrival,\u8221\'94
David told her.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh that\u8217\'92s good because she is an amazing liner. It has been a wonderful
cruise.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93I\u8217\'92m glad you have enjoyed it.\u8221\'94 David replied as he hugged
her.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Oh look David, is that land over there?\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 David
looked in the direction she was pointing.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28\u8220
\'93Yes, I believe it is.\u8221\'94
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 * * *
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 When
the liner sailed into New York, an amazing experience was waiting for them. The
newly built Pier 90 was crowded with people waving their banners and streamers.
The hooters sounded. People were cheering and hugging each other.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
checked her watch. The time was 4:20pm. The journey had taken five days and just
over five hours. In that time, Elizabeth had found her lover for the rest of her
days. The suitor that her mother would welcome with open arms.
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f2\lang2057\fs24\kerning28 Elizabeth
smiled.
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\b\f0\lang2057\fs24\kerning28
* * *
}
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}
\pard\nowidctlpar\nooverflow\hyphpar0\sl240\slmult1{\f1\lang2057\fs20\kerning28 (
c)Esu Migabe 2005
}
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}
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\tx5495\tx6412\tx7327\tx8244\tx9160\tx10075\tx10991\tx11908\tx12824\tx13740\tx14655
{\f1\lang2057\fs20\kerning28 Foot Notes
}
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{\f1\lang2057\fs20\kerning28
}
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{\f1\lang2057\fs20\kerning28 I hope you have enjoyed reading this story as much
as I enjoyed writing it. As always, feedback is appreciated, since it is my only
payment for my work. Please address comments to {\cf2 esu_migabe@hotmail.com}
}
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{\f1\lang2057\fs20\kerning28 I would also like to express my thanks to my editors
who gave me the enthusiasm to keep this story flowing. Thank you Russell and Stasya
for all your kind words.
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{\f1\lang2057\fs20\kerning28 This story is copyrighted by the author and as such
may not be published, posted or archived on any newsgroup, website, or server,
other than ASSM and ASSTR, without the EXPRESS PERMISSION of the author. Any reader
may archive a copy of this story, provided the warnings and copyright information
is attached in full.
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