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physical form. Or lack thereof. It surprised her how many questions she had now that
she was hanging around someone who was basically a ghost. In the past she limited her
contact with spirits and wouldn t let herself think about how they felt or what they
experienced.
Odd how things change.
When they made it to the entrance of Marge s, Katie stopped and looked around.
A waitress bustled by with a tray full of hot food. You can sit wherever you d
like, she called out over her shoulder.
Seamus pointed to a table for two nestled off to one side, next to a window with a
view of the gardens. That should be out of the way enough so we can talk without
drawing much attention.
Katie nodded once and headed in that direction.
Just as she was about to say something to Seamus a waitress came to the table.
Good morning. Do you need a menu?
Yes, please.
The waitress handed Katie a double-sided card. Can I bring you tea or coffee while
you decide what to order?
Katie smiled up at the young lady. Coffee, please. With cream and sugar.
I ll be right back with that.
Why did it sound as if you were asking for your favorite dessert? Seamus asked
as the waitress left.
Katie lowered her voice until she saw that the girl was out of hearing range. I have
a deep appreciation for coffee. I have trouble getting my morning going without it.
Seamus leaned on the edge of the table and looked her directly in the eye. I can
think of other ways to get your morning started and none of them involve hot, bitter
beverages.
Katie s jaw dropped and her mind was bombarded with a dozen pictures of the two
of them lying naked in a bed. Sheets twisted. Limbs intertwined. Lips pressed against
many different body parts.
She blinked to clear the images.
Stop that! she whispered harshly.
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The man had the audacity to grin. Stop what?
You know exactly what
Ma am, did you need something? one of the other waitresses asked as she
stopped at their table. I can call your waitress for you.
Oh& I, uh& No. I m fine, thank you. Katie s cheeks grew hot. She was sure she
was bright-red.
At least the waitress didn t look at her as if she had grown a second head before she
walked away.
You re doing that on purpose, aren t you? Katie growled.
Doing what? Seamus chuckled.
First you distract me with suggestive images. Then you make me forget where I m
at and embarrass me in front of the waitress. Even to Katie s own ears she sounded
whiny.
His voice dropped. What sort of suggestive images did you see, lass?
I Katie stopped herself. That s none of your business.
Here s your coffee, ma am, the waitress said as she set the pot near the center of
the table.
Thank God. Coffee. And an interruption before she said something really
embarrassing.
Katie smiled gratefully at the waitress. Thank you very much.
You re welcome. The waitress set a coffee cup and saucer on the table in front of
Katie. Are you ready to order?
Oh, no. I m sorry, not yet.
Take your time. I ll return in a wee bit. The waitress went to check on the other
guests a few tables away.
Without even glancing at the menu Katie reached for the coffee. It s weird to sit
here and make myself a cup of coffee knowing it s pointless to offer you any.
Thank you for the thought anyway. Seamus cocked his head to one side. It s
been so long since I ve eaten anything I don t remember what most things taste like so I
don t really miss it anymore.
Katie s heart lurched in her chest.
I remember enjoying certain foods. But I don t remember exactly why I did.
That s just so unfair, Seamus. You shouldn t have to live like that.
He shrugged. But I am. And there s nothing I can do about it.
Well, Katie s voice trailed off. There was nothing to be done about it. At least not
right that minute.
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After breakfast they headed to the front lobby. Katie wanted to grab a few
brochures and see what kinds of tours were offered. She was a little tired but had no
intention of sitting in her room. There was too much she wanted to see in Ireland.
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