The moment we got in, the butler announced that our food was ready for the dining. Nikolai signaled him to leave. We were left alone in the living room.
" Why don't you go in first and have your bath?" He whispered. I nervously nodded, afraid of staying alone anywhere. I slowly started to head for the door, then he stopped me.
" I'll be in the bedroom while you bathe and change in the bathroom. That will make it easier right? Right, you'll be sleeping in my room. Your clothes are in there already. He explained. I've never felt so much relief in a long time. So, boldly, I walked into the master bedroom, with him trailing behind me.