Amira and Karima were occupying separate guest rooms. But there wasn’t much that could go on in Amira’s room without Karima knowing since they shared a wall. The wall was by no means thin, but Amira gathered that she’d probably be heard if she were to cry out Xavier’s name in the throes of passion… not that she was planning on seducing him - or expecting to be seduced - but that was the thought that crossed her mind when they were shown to their rooms anyway. For once, a blush didn’t dare betray her inner musings. And for that, she was glad. Was she maturing at long last? A woman sure could dream. Once inside the room, she changed into her pajamas, settled on the comfortable bed, and was soon enough fast asleep. ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Waking up to the chirping of birds was not so

