Chapter Nine AFTER PAYING THE HOTEL attendant, they unloaded their suitcases and the few bags containing necessary supplies for tonight, as well as a few unnecessary supplies Vince had picked up behind Julie’s back. Walking in, he switched on a light, noting the room was small, but neat and clean. It had a modern TV, queen bed, and kitchenette. It smelled of new carpet and paint. Vince set his case at the foot of the bed. Going to the small kitchen, he unloaded the plastic bag he carried, sticking a few things in the fridge and freezer, making sure Julie wasn’t looking. Julie walked over to the bed and put her suitcase right next to his. “This is nice." She gravitated over to the mock-granite counter, setting her bag of groceries on it. “Better than some of the sleazy places I’ve stay

