The woman smiles an almost conniving smile. “Well, all of our normal rooms are taken. But, we do have a study in the back that has a futon that pulls out into a bed. And, it has a back exit. You know, in case anyone had to make a quick getaway.” Oh my goodness, I could cry right now. “Thank you, Maude. How much is it?” I start taking my credit card out of my wallet when the woman’s hand covers mine. “Your money is no good here. Plus, I think it was brave, what you did. Not many people would have stood their ground. I’ve even claimed my own coal.” I swear I’m going to start crying. “You did?”
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