Diane meant every word she said. After they were done with their meals, Diane simply settled on a carpet near the fireplace to retire for the night. Even without the luxury of a bed and mattress, Diane slept well in that position of hers. When the morning came, Diane felt so refreshed in a way she had never been before. She even had the mood to do some light exercise before she headed for the kitchen to prepare their meals. But she was quite late in reaching the kitchen as Rose was already busying herself over there. “You’re early,” Rose said as she noticed the presence of Diane in the kitchen. She was holding a freshly baked loaf of bread on a tray. “I was thinking of preparing breakfast for the both of us, but you came first,” Diane replied with a smile. A good mood was shining on her

