Chapter 40

Markus wrapped his arms around Penelope. It was so good to see her again and as she leaned into him he got the impression she was pleased to see him too. He held her for a few moments breathing in her scent. She had a unique fragrance; something he’d always remember about her. In the taxi ride from the airport to the city, he felt like a love struck teenager keen to see his girl. What had gone askew he wondered? Why had they actually taken a break from each other? 

He released her. “It’s been a while,” he said looking at her radiant smile and trim figure. She wore a floral dress which hugged her key features.

“Yes, too long,” she responded.

They were in a room on the fourth floor at the Intercontinental Rialto Hotel in Collins St...

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