Sierra sat on the four-poster bed in the room Girard had offered her last night. He'd asked her if the room was adequate. She had told him it was more than enough.?

The room was comfortable and beautiful, with hand-painted flowers on the ceiling. Luxurious blue velvet draperies hung at the windows. Dark mahogany furnishings were placed throughout the space, and the French marble fireplace mantle cast a dreamy ambiance.

Upon arriving, she had marveled at Girard's home. ...