Chapter Nine
Rebecca was in bed with Louis when she heard the first signs of agitation in the hallway outside the door. Jessica was soothing a patron who flung accusations at the woman with a venomous tongue.
Louis bolted from bed. “What the hell is going on!” he roared as he opened his door. Rebecca pulled a sheet over her naked body and followed him into the hall.
“I’ve been robbed of my watch and bag of gold pieces.”
“Robbed? You’re certain you didn’t misplace these items?” Louis asked.
“I think not. I haven’t lost my head. I keep them by me when I sleep.”
“And the w***e who served you?”
He looked at Rebecca who stood behind the master, peeking out. “This one,” he said pointing his finger in her direction.
“Rebecca?” Louis looked around in awe. “She’s been with me this night, si
