Chapter Fifty-two

They finally got their first good look at the swanky cottage and then gave themselves a tour of the place. The living room was wide and had a TV, surround sound system, a furry oriental rug on the floor, comfortable sofas, and a glass coffee table in the center. There were expensive artworks on the walls that screamed class and elegance.

“I love this place,” said Rachel.

“You love everywhere,” Derek remarked. “I thought we were on the hunt for food?”

“Yeah, that’s right. We haven’t seen the kitchen yet.”

They went together in search of the only place in the cottage where they hoped to find something to eat, and they were not disappointed. The kitchen was a modern creation that every cooking gadget known to mankind. The pantry was stocked full with food and the fridge was overflowing with an abundance of edibles.

“This is heaven!” Derek said with delight. “What should we devour first?”

“How about pasta with stir-fried vegetables and seafood for protein?”

“Sounds heavenly!”

“I’m going t