"
"Someone was using my room." Meeting John's gaze, Cade cautioned, "Beth
doesn't know -- or maybe she just doesn't want to know -- that anyone else
knows, you know? I don't really know why it matters to her, but it does."
Mandi grinningly crossed her heart and zipped her lips like a schoolgirl
taking a pledge of silence. John chuckled and nodded as he spoke.
"No sweat. Like it or not, she knows we've been monitoring the hallways, so
this has to be a personal preference. I'll mention to Carter to keep it quiet,
okay?"
"Thanks. Word'll probably get out sooner or later, but it doesn't have to
happen today."
As he finished up his steak, Mandi said, "I'll see you later, Ed. Give me a
call around seven or drop by the room."
"Seven. You got it." Cade stood up and picked up the bag and the bill, then
said, "Later, all. I'll tip the waiter when he makes my change," and headed for
the register.
After paying the bill, Cade took the stairs to save time and reached Beth's
room in moments. He let himself in, put the card on the desk, and went to the
bed. Beth seemed to be in deep sleep, but as he turned away, she spoke.
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