Chapter 74

• The bathtub was filled with warm water, which helped to relax and dilate their body's tiredness and tension. They progressively immersed themselves in the water, with each of them standing on opposite sides of the bathtub's perimeter. A layer of water had formed around them up to their necks, and there were war bubbles floating on top of the water, concealing their nakedness.
• As their legs came into contact with the water, the warmth of the water warmed their flesh, and each of their faces was visible to one another.
• They were both surrounded by quiet, which was not uncomfortable in the least bit. Eleanor had closed her eyes, relishing the moment and the tranquility of calm around her, when she became aware of movement in her surroundings.