Oceans Apart (Ocean Dreams Book 1)

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Author: Emma Fitzgerald
least.” Annie rolled her eyes at Will and laughed.
    “No worries. Enjoy your meal. Is there anything else I can help you with Ms. Scott? My shift’s about to end but I can squeeze in one more request if you need something?” enquired the nicest concierge Annie was sure she would ever meet.
    “No, I am great. I have food, wine, and a chocolate dessert. I can look over the harbor while I eat and then I can take my sweet little ass to bed. Thanks for everything.” Annie walked over to him and held out the note to him again. “I’m not taking no for an answer,” she said to him in a firm but lighthearted tone.
    “I’m not supposed to Ms.—” Will started to say as she placed the money into his hand and closed his fingers over it.
    “Well, go and buy something for your girlfriend or your mother. My treat. Please,” insisted Annie.
    “I guess I could buy Charlie a new Pandora charm for her bracelet? I did miss our date the other night because of work,” he thought aloud.
    “Excellent. She will be beside herself with happiness.”
    “Thank you, Ms. Scott.” Will turned the waiter’s trolley around and walked toward the door.
    “No. Thank you,” Annie said with all sincerity.
    “I’ll let reception know you’ll need a wakeup call at seven o’clock. You’ll want time to get ready, right? Charlie always reminds me women don’t just wake up gorgeous. A work of art takes time, she tells me,” Will said as he opened the doors and pushed the trolley into the hallway.
    Annie laughed at him. “She’s right. But just a tip - you’ll get in her good graces if you tell her that she does wake up beautiful.”
    “Right. Better remember that. Have a good night, Ms. Scott. I’ll see you tomorrow morning.” And with that, Will took the trolley toward the elevator and Annie closed the door. Her stomach rumbled again. Annie inhaled the delicious smell coming from the dining area, walked over, and sat down at the table. She lifted the silver cloche from the plate. The most amazing smells of fresh herbs and zesty lemon rose up and into her nostrils. It certainly wasn’t a dish she was used to and looked nothing like the fried foods of the South. Annie didn’t realize how hungry she was and ate the perfectly cooked piece of fish and its accompanying vegetables in next to no time at all. Annie loved the crisp, fresh glass of Golding Sauvignon Blanc. Will had matched it perfectly with the meal. She topped up her glass and took it and the bowl of chocolate mousse out onto the balcony.
    She curled up on one of the large, outdoor daybeds and looked out over the water. Such a beautiful place to be. She needed to stop more and enjoy every moment. Annie had never gotten to pick where the family went on vacation or what they did together, unlike Tracey. Annie was almost never thought of. She sipped from her glass and placed it on the table beside her. She scooped a spoonful and wrapped her lips around it. She closed her eyes. What she had just tasted was the epitome of heaven in a bowl. So light and fluffy while her taste buds were savoring the luscious chocolate flavor.
    ‘Was this how Tracey felt when all her whims were catered to? Happy? Content? At peace?’ Annie wondered. Before she knew it, the bowl was empty and the glass of wine needed to be refilled. Annie picked everything up and went back inside. She placed the bowl on the table, poured herself another glass of wine, and took a large swig. Maybe I should call Tracey. Let her know where I am? Annie looked at the clock and worked out that it would be close to nine in the morning in New York City.
    Annie went into the bedroom and sat on the bed, folding her legs beneath her. Taking a deep breath she picked up her phone and dialed her sister’s number. Annie almost hoped she wasn’t there so she could just leave a message on her machine, but after the fifth ring, the phone was answered.
    “Hello?” a deep, male voice answered, which threw Annie for a
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