Securing Her Safety

"I'm finished with the guests, Tim. Take care of them and make sure the kids are OK."

"Right away," Timothy said. They might have information to share with you about that situation, so I'll also speak to our three other guests.

"That's good. "Alexus silently nodded. When Timothy emerged, he asked Rafaella, Feeling better now?"

"Yes, a little bit."

"Hang on. I'm about to jump into bed."

He turned to the other side of the bed, lowered his feet, and climbed onto the bed while her eyes silently followed him. He sat down on the edge of the bed and drew her very close.

Rafaella's face was buried in his neck, and her head rested on his right shoulder.

He told her, "You've got something to say. Would you mind explaining what you're doing on the balcony?"

She said in a low, collected voice, "Just getting some fresh air. And I had no idea someone was standing behind the large trees, staring at the balcony. I believe he was staring at me."

Alexus was stunned at what she said and was