Mixed Emotions.

He was glad when he found out Anna was out by the beach, and Sarah, the hired maid followed his plan meticulously, decorating her room.

Bunch of red roses, arranged above her bed, on her bedside drawers, together with scented pillar candles. Rose petals, sparkling confetti and balloons covered the bed and floor, like a carpet of rainbows. Dim string lights lined the head board and the floor, creating a dreamscape. A small ornate table held a delicate crystal champagne flute and bottle of chilled champagne. He also instructed that her bedside drawers be filled with desserts and dried fruits.

He sent her a hearty reward, for her skillful decorations. Then he dialed Anna's number and invited her to come into the house. He dropped the call and checked the time- !0:32am.