“Welcome to my humble abode,” Ryan said as he led Emily into his house. “Thank you, you have a very beautiful place,” Emily replied, stealing a glance of the massive living room. He chuckled. “Thank you, but you haven’t even seen the rest.” “Well, usually first impression speaks for the rest.” He shrugged. “I hope so.” Leading her to a couch, he asked, “I don’t know what you would like to do first, eat something or rest first.” “I desperately need a shower like right now,” Emily said, almost pleading. “Oh, I should have thought of that. Please make yourself comfortable and give me a minute as I go prepare the bathroom for you.” He walked out of the room and disappeared into the hallway. Emily made herself comfortable onto a massive one seater, brown leather sofa with thick warped