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Chapter 16: In the Name of All That is Holy Luke's mobile alarm went off at 8:00 am local time. He got up immediately, remembering their 10:30 appointment. Pausing to listen at the bedroom door and hearing nothing, he knocked gently before letting himself in. Bella was in the same position he'd left her in when he'd helped her into bed. At least she hadn't gotten sick in the night. He took advantage of the empty bathroom, showering, shaving, and dressing. When he emerged she still hadn't moved. He shook her gently. "Bella? You should get moving. We have that appointment in a couple of hours." "Oh, God…" she moaned. He smiled good naturedly. "I know. Hangovers are a b***h. Drink the water. I'll order some breakfast." "Oh, God…" she moaned again. "Are you up?" he asked. "Y