But, she did notice there were no windows. It was so quiet in this room. As she looked around she began to notice other things - a wall that contained...handcuffs and some chains. Some sort of machine was directly set up in the middle of the room. It contained a cusioned seat with plush fabric covering it. It also contained ropes, pulleys, and many other things she couldn't recognize.A small noise on the floor above her had her widening her eyes. Now, she knew where she was! She heard that noise. I said, how can you do that, i haven't told you the name of the hotel I am staying at. Gives a startng look and says you're staying with me, not a hotel. Her house is about twenty five minutes away. she tells to get on the highway north. I asked how long on this road, again she gives me a look and say what with all the questions. Instead of worrying on when a where to get off this road, focus on how to handle this. Without missing a beat, she pulls her dress over her head and is not sitting. ~I had to leave immediately for Erin, but I couldn't leave Alexandria after the promises I had made her. I told her as much while I got dressed: tennis shoes, shorts, and a simple t-shirt."Ral, I've waited two years. This can't wait. If you can rescue her before that man does anything to her, then you've already done my memories a service. I'll be fine for another day." She held my hands while telling me.I was still torn. "How about a compromise? I'll call Tabitha and she can take you to the. "I won't break. You can hold me tighter," she playfully said with her lips curled into a mischievous smile. She studied my face for any reaction that would confirm I picked up on the meaning of her words. Words, which she meant as a dare - not as a fact. And I was certain she was scanning my face and looking for any stiffening of my body for any sign of hesitation or uncertainty on my part, of her intended meaning and innuendo.I grinned back at the intriguing beauty that had my heart beating.