Chapter 7

Lacey walked down the stairs of The Cozy Inn. Brian was there waiting on her. He looked terrific. And his suit looked expensive, a dark blue well-tailored suit. Just like earlier today, his hair was neatly combed back from his face.

“You look . . . absolutely enchanting,” he said with amazement.

“Oh, thank you,” she whispered shyly. He was such a charmer. “You look very handsome. I love your suit.”

“Thank you. Shall we go?” he asked as he offered his arm.

Lacey wrapped her arm around his. “Are you willing to tell me where we are going now? I’ve been in suspense all day.”

“Right this way,” he said as he began to escort her to the parlor.

Lacey was confused at first.

They were heading to the dining room. They walked through it. She was about to say something when they got to the back room, which was open. When she had eaten in the dining room with the rest of the guests yesterday, the door w