CHAPTER 74
Author: JOHNSON
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SOMETHING FOR OUR CELEBRATION TONIGHT

Reuben heaved a sigh. He looked around and saw Louisa staring admiringly at the room.

They were in the living room.

The rooms in the VIP section of the hotel were designed like apartments and this room was no exception.

It had the living room, bedroom,a dining hall, a washroom,a balcony where one can see the city and a rooftop terrace as they were on the last floor.

Annabelle was sitting on a couch looking around and admiring the room.

Reuben stood behind her looking at her with a smile.

" This place is magnificent. No wonder it's a five star hotel" Annabelle murmured audibly.

" You are right. I like it already, and hey, we are going to be here for a whole week" Reuben exclaimed.

Annabelle nodded and stood up.

I'm gonna take my shower.

She said as she stood up and headed to the bedroom.

" Right after you," Reuben said and followed her.

After about thirty minutes, Reuben returned from the bedroom in a singlet and a pair of shorts.

He came to th
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