Chapter 2: The Awakening
After what felt like months to Kirsten, she finally awoke from her deep slumber. Her body was battered and bruised and she still lay naked where Richard left her. She tried to cover herself when she heard the door open. Emily came into the room carrying a tray with fruit and some juice. Her hair was loose and hung over her shoulders. She was even more beautiful than Kirsten could remember. She placed the tray on the bedside table and sat on the bed next to Kirsten.
Emily put her hand on Kirsten's and said, "I know you are hurting and that you are afraid, but please understand that he loves you very much."
"You are right, I don't understand. How can he talk to me and love me as if he has known me for years?" Kirsten looked confused, still trying to cover her naked breast. The sunlight shone so brightly though the windows that it was difficult to believe that it was still the middle of winter outside.
"It is difficult to explain, but in the end, you'll understand. But for now, get some rest and let me draw you a warm bath."
Before Kirsten could ask more questions, Emily stood up and walked to the door next to her bed. A few minutes later, Emily returned and tried to pull the covers away from Kirsten. "Don't touch me!" Kirsten said more in fear than in anger.
"I'm only trying to help you Kirsten. Come with me and I'll wash you and do your hair before dinner time." Kirsten just gave in since her body wasn't in for a fight and she also reckoned that a good long bath would do her good. Emily gently removed the cover to reveal Kirsten's naked body. The cool air caused her nipples to stand up painfully and made her tremble. Emily helped her up and her warm hands felt good on her naked cold skin. She guided her through the door, which led into a beautiful bathroom. The walls where covered in mirrors and was decorated in gold and blue. The opposite wall consisted of a huge window, but it was blocked by a huge maple tree outside, which caused the room to be darker than usual. The bath was made out of ivory and gold and stood right in front of the window, which would normally give you a magnificent view if it wasn't for the tree.
The hot water in the bath fought against the cold winter air and caused the room to fill up with an abnormal amount of steam. "Get in, I'll just go and fetch a few items. I'll be back shortly." With that, Emily left Kirsten in the bathroom alone and closed the door behind her.