They had been captives for more than five hours and, by then, just walking unfettered would have been exhaustive.They had been captives for more than five hours and, by then, just walking unfettered would have been exhaustive. Yvette had to help them up the steps to the chamber where they would meet their Mistress. Like the foyer, this chamber was lavishly furnished and huge. When Yvette left them, the girls just stood still and looked at the stone carvings and the tapestry work. "CRACK!" They darted their gaze toward the blazing fireplace at the far end of the chamber where they perceived a lady sitting in a queen anne chair facing away from them. They could see only the back of her head and part of a booted leg, but it was apparent that she was incredibly tall. When she rose and began walking toward them, both Terry and Sue immediately decided that this was the most beautiful woman they had ever seen. |