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Digging her heels in the wood beneath them, she spun around “The horses”

“So her forward

In no tiht of stairs and down a hall to a door that the key in his hand unlocked Then he scooped her into his arhed out loud as he carried her into the room

“Put hter, hoping he wouldn’t, as he kicked the door shut

He didn’t, but instead captured her , war her from tip to toe His s loose With her arms locked around his neck, she didn’t knohen her feet touched the floor until she wobbled on them

A knock on the door had hi his lips from hers Millie swayed as his hands slipped away, and they were instantly back, stabilizing her, while silently asking if she was able to stand on her own S, she nodded

Watching her closely, he eased his hands away, and only when she proved she was stable did he move to the door and pull it open

“Here, Major” A gray-haired wo him a wicker basket “Towels and dry clothes for each of you until yourroom is at the end of the hall, Mrs Parker Just put your wet clothes in the basket and leave it outside the door I’ll have the” Once again addressing Seth, the woman continued, “Yours, too, Major And the meal you ordered will be up promptly”

“Thank you, Mrs Brewster,” he said, setting the basket on the foot of the bed “We appreciate your efficiency”

“The army keeps us in business, Major I’m happy to see to whatever needs you have And your wife” The women then held out a hand “It’s such a pleasure to meet you, ma’am A real treat”

“Thank you, Mrs Brewster,” Millie said, shaking the older woman’s hand “We do appreciate your kindness, and I’m honored to make your acquaintance”

The woain as she turned to Seth “The heater’s been lit, so the water will be hot in no time I’m sure you’ll show your wife how it all works”

“I will Thank you again, Mrs Brewster”

Millie waited until the woman had walked out and Seth pushed the door closed before she stepped forward and wrapped her arms around his waist fro his back with her cheek “As in hot water?”

His hands settled atop hers as her fingers found the brass buttons on his jacket “Yes,” he replied “As much as you need”