"Of course," the innkeeper said with a knowing smile. "You two are a couple, right? I understand."
He shot Sylvia a look and added, "Just keep it down at night so you don't disturb the neighbors."
Sylvia exchanged an awkward glance with Brian, but they had no choice. They'd have to share the room.
Inside, it was sparse: just a bed, a table, and two chairs—nothing more.
"This reminds me of that night in the library," Brian said.
"Yeah," Sylvia replied with a smile, "an unforgettable night. I couldn't sleep at all at first."
"Oh, come on. You slept like a log," Brian teased.
"So, what now? Are we really sharing the bed?" Sylvia asked.
Brian shrugged. "Unless you mind."
"Not at all," Sylvia replied, lying down on the bed and quickly drifting off—she was exhausted.
Brian sat on a cha
