Page 61 of Sensing Selma
“She’ll be sleeping in the master bedroom,” Major Cooper said. “The entire house is hers.”
I nodded. “It’s very generous of you.”
I guided Holly to the bedroom. It was large and airy, and Major Cooper had even gone to the trouble of having fresh flowers brought in.
Still, Holly went directly to the bed and laid down.
I turned to Major Cooper. “She still needs a bit of time.”
He nodded as we left her alone in the room.
“If it’s all right with you, I’ll stay with her tonight,” I said.
“Stay as long as you want.”He made his way to the front door. “Oh. If you think it might give Holly a bit of motivation to work on her music, I was thinking of arranging a performance of sorts at the Theatre Royal.”
“What do you mean?”
He shrugged. “Just a display of her music to a small public. No pressure.”
“I see. I’ll mention it to her. I’m sure the idea will intrigue her once she gets over this emotional hump.”
“Good.” He set his hand on the doorknob, seemingly reluctant to leave. “I’ll be passing by to check in on her every once in a while.”
“I appreciate that.”
He opened the door and walked out. A weight lifted from my shoulders, and I couldn’t help but smile.
Major Cooper was so thoughtful, so attentive and kind.I knew it was a great honor for Holly to get a special performance at a grand venue like the Theatre Royal.Major Cooper was incredibly kind and generous.Handsome, a good temperament, and a sound mind.
Holly was in good hands.
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