How does Kobe's sound?"Billy said, "Very good. When I get the chance, I would like to take youto Giordino's."Nicole was out of her mind in awe. She as...ed, "How can you do that?That place has a long waiting list."Billy said, "It is easy when the owner is an old service buddy who owes you a few favors. Al and I go way back. Plus the fact I helped set uphis Dandelion wine shop. I used his father's recipe for both the shopand my own use."Nicole said, "Your on Bill. Larry loved the stuff you sent. Noah sat there with an awkward smile, annoyed that his plans to keep a low profile had gone up in smoke, but amused with the situation nonetheless. Tin, too nervous and embarrassed to say anything, simply hung her head while her face turned red as a tomato.It was close to midnight, and Noah, having regained his strength, made his way to the dark apothecary. He carried a lantern with him, but its flame, like Noah, was invisible to anyone and anything, and the road remained as dark as it would be. “I accepted your ad for the cottage.” “Ah yes! How could I forget? Come in please. Or would you like to drop off your bags right away, Mr. Holm?” She asked me.“I think it would be best to get it done.” I answered.She helped me with my bags, and we walked to the cottage where I would be staying. She opened the door and we stepped into my new home. It was a simple one room house, equipped with the typical things you would need in a home, such as a bed, a table, a few chairs, an oven, and in the. "I tried to give him my best mocking grin, despite the fact that my head felt like shit. "Sorry 'bout that Ronnie."His dark blue eyes settled into something that could only be called hatred. "That's not actually the reason I've brought you here ... it's just a pleasurable bonus."Sarah sniffled in the corner. My eyes darted to her ... then back to Ronald."Why have you brought us here then?" I asked.He smiled devilishly, "I'm so glad you asked. You see Jonnie boy ... that girl quietly crying in.