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it which, thankfully, has its own key to the park. I visit every evening.
    Even though I’ve not seen Eve since, I look out for her when I’m eating my dinner in there. Amazingly the hotel deliver my room service order to the park, which beats eating inside. The current May weather is pleasant enough to make dinner the highlight of my day, Piers aside. It’s not too hot and sticky at the moment, though I know the weather will turn and then I’ll want cooler clothing options.
    ‘I’ll pick up some stuff,’ I say, throwing my hands in the air in defeat as Piers wrinkles his nose, but there’s a twinkle in his eye as he nods at my hands.
    ‘What?’ I demand.
    ‘Maybe go to the spa, too.’
    I shoot him a look.
    ‘I’m not saying that you don’t look beautiful, because you always look beautiful to me, but you do need some me time.’
    ‘I–’
    ‘Going back to the hotel to read your vampire books after you’ve spent all day at the hospital doesn’t count,’ he says sternly.
    There’s something quite hot in his tone, and it would usually have me suggesting inappropriate things to Piers – especially after some of the raunchy scenes I’ve been reading in my books – but I know he’s far too weak, even if seducing him in hospital would cheer him up considerably.
    ‘Shopping it is then.’ I smile at Piers, and shake my head fondly. ‘Do you need me to pick you up anything?’
    ‘Just another book, please.’
    He’s been reading voraciously since I took his laptop away from him and there’s definitely a change in him. He’s less stressed, less tense. It’s a welcome improvement, but I’m not sure how long it will last. He’s been signed off work until we get back to London, but a few of his colleagues have visited and would have, no doubt, talked shop if I hadn’t been here to object.
    ‘Oh, I think I can manage that,’ I say, leaning in and kissing him goodbye. I’m very happy to see him smiling.

Chapter Nine
    I feel like a new woman! OK, not quite, but I do feel more like my old self. Piers is going to be so pleased to see that I’ve finally taken off those jeans and surrendered them to housekeeping. He’ll be even more surprised to learn that I barely spent anything.
    I bought a pair of mid-wash faded Ralph Lauren jeans, a floaty knee-length cobalt blue skirt from Bergdorf’s, a few plain tees to wear with them, plus a long light grey cashmere cardigan for when it’s cooler – definitely wishful thinking; the air is stifling and summer in the city is in full-swing. Oh, and two new bras, a pack of knickers, some ruffled ankle socks, a pair of simple red Converse, plus some skincare products from Kiehl’s. But, that’s it. I didn’t even bother to buy any make-up. It’s easily the cheapest shopping spree I’ve ever been on in New York City, and I’m more than OK with that. I’ve been here for over a week and the world hasn’t ended because I’m not in the latest clothes or I haven’t had a facial this week. It’s refreshing really.
    Grabbing the new books I bought for Piers, I leave the hotel in my floaty skirt and plain white tee. It’s only when I look down and clock my Converse that I realise I’m dressed in the colours of the American flag. Still, they’re cute colours and Piers will appreciate seeing me in something fresh.
    As well as the latest Stieg Larsson book – I’m not a fan of those, but Piers loved The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo – I’ve also bought him The 4-Hour Work Week which I overheard a couple raving about in the bookshop. Maybe it will inspire him – or he’ll hate the mere suggestion of its title and throw it in the bin.
    I am, however, quite enjoying this simple life, though I am worried about Piers, plus I’m missing Atlas. I know Piers is, too.
    As I wave goodbye to the doorman and cross the street, my phone starts to ring. I’ve put plasters on my heels so they shouldn’t rub, though I’m now thinking that sandals might have been a better