Chapter 47

(Dylan’s POV)

We leave the room hand in hand, but quickly let go when someone walks past. Ava disolves into a fit of giggles beside me. She's in a much better mood than the last time I saw her. Maybe things will go smoother than I imagine.

She heads to the changing room to take off her uniform. It's not the same style as her old one, this one comes with plain jeans and a jacket with our hotel logo on the back. Sometimes she wears it, sometimes she doesn't. As the executive housekeeper, she doesn't really need to wear a uniform, but she says it makes her feel like she really belongs with the staff, and they adore her for it.

We meet in the lobby after twenty minutes and she smiles at me. "Ready to go?" she asks earnestly. I nod, my stomach twisting in anticipation. She leads the way, and I use the opportunity to gather my thoughts.

I go over the lines I've been rehearsing in my head, trying to feel for the best option.