Chapter 201

Danica wakes listening to the low rumble of Lorenzo’s voice. She opens her eyes to see him sitting up next to her, on the phone. He smiles down at her and continues his conversation. “I’m glad Miss Finnegan agreed,” he says. “I think a twenty-bore for the lady. I’ll have my Purdeys.” She wonders what he’s talking about. Whatever it is, his eyes shine with excitement. “Let’s use the easy birds. The teals.” Lorenzo winks at her. “About ten? Great. I’ll see Jenkins then. Thanks, Mike.” He ends the call and snuggles back down into bed, his head on the pillow facing her. “Good morning, Danica.” He leans across and gives her a swift kiss. “Sleep well?” “Yes. Thank you.” “You look lovely. Hungry?” She stretches out beside him, and his eyes darken. “Hmm...” she says. “You look very tempting.” She smiles. “But you said you were sore.” He kisses her on her nose. “And I have a surprise for you today. After breakfast we’re going out. Dress warm. And you might want to plait your hair.” He climbs ou