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Swimming in a Place Called Bow Lake, Nude
Back inside the mansion—while Carlton and Germane bonded at the lake—Lady Chelsea was working with Jamison and the other servants ensuring the guestrooms were adequately prepared. Since Liza and Germane, and Selena and her three children could maneuver the stairs, they were given rooms on the second floor. Only Emilia needed lodging downstairs, near Poppa and Marlena.
With tremendous zeal, Father and Ramses escorted the women and the three Hollingsworth children on a short tour of the magnificent dwelling, and said repeatedly, “We’re sorry for the reason you’re here, but we’re so glad for your company. You know, in times like these, no one should be left alone.” Even though Julia was already familiar with the house, she joined the other guest
