Chapter 416

Debra stirred, the scent of saltwater tickling her nose.

She thought she was still adrift in dreams, but the sunset painting the sky in hues of orange and pink was very real.

She was on a cruise ship. The sea stretched out in all directions, and the sun was dipping below the horizon.

"Are we there already?" she murmured.

Except for Marion and her, there was no one on the ship.

She found Marion in the kitchen, wiping down a knife. The aroma of cooked meat filled the air.

"We've been here a while," he said. "I didn't want to disturb your sleep."

Debra then noticed she was lying on a big bed. She got up, and Marion draped a blanket over her shoulders. "The sea breeze is a bit cold this season, but it looks. great." The ship had the heating on, so she didn't feel cold. The sunset outside bathed her in

warmth.

you bring me here for my birthday?" she

small bow. "Ms. Frazier,

placing her hand in his. "I'd

bread, appetizers, and mushroom soup. White candles flickered in antique holders, casting a

Debra

never seen. He poured the wine and arranged the

a soft,

music ended, Marion placed an intricately wrapped wooden box

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"A gift for

prepared me

should have seen it coming. The cruise, the dinner, and the music all

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