#Chapter 46 - A Beautiful Night & Harsh Realities

DORIS

The limo stopped, and the chauffeur opened my door. I got out and looked around.

We were in front of the Baccarat Hotel, the most expensive, luxurious, and nicest hotel in all of New York City.

"We’re going to dinner here?" I asked.

"We are, and I rented the Executive Suite for the night. Nathan is babysitting Mia, and I am going to give you a night you’ll remember."

I reached out and held Arthur’s hand. "Every night with you is a night I’ll always remember."

Arthur's smile was tender and sweet, and so was the kiss he gave me.

"I feel the same way, little dove. Come, let’s start our date and have a wonderful meal."

Just like every moment with Arthur, the date was magical. He fed me dessert and then showed me again he was a creative and attentive lover.

He held me in his arms until sunrise.

*

Friday at lunchtime, a big bouquet of red roses arrived for me. Kate, my mentor, came