*Jay* I know it's a terribly bad idea, even as I usher her into my lodging house and up the stairs to my rooms. But I want her too desperately, and even if I'm compromising my integrity, I don’t give a damn. I'll have a talk with Sir David and make everything right in the morning, work things out to the satisfaction of the Alpha agency and Alpha Rockberry. The hood of Eden’s pelisse hides her face. I'm not in the habit of bringing young misses to my lodgings, although my landlady is accustomed to me keeping late hours. She seldom stirs from her bed when I arrive home. Tonight, thank the Goddess, is no exception. With my key, I quickly unlock the door to my apartment and usher Eden into the room. Barely taking the time to close and lock the door behind me, I pull her into my arms. The

