Ruby closed her eyes and sighed in resignation. *Men are all the same. They go through so much trouble just for a woman’s body.* As the last piece of her underwear was removed, the water in the bathtub rose, reaching her waist and abdomen. Rose petals floated on the milky white water. Ruby crossed her arms over her chest, her body barely visible beneath the water. Jack didn’t touch her. Instead, he lathered shampoo in his hands and gently began washing her hair. His actions caught Ruby off guard. “Lie down and close your eyes,” Jack said softly. Ruby followed his instructions, lying back as his strong fingers gently massaged her scalp. Little by little, her body relaxed. Her emotions gradually calmed as the soothing scent of roses filled the air. When Jack rinsed the lath

