Karen showered and slept soundly after touring the house. Despite its small size, it boasted an ultra-modern gym and a swimming pool she hesitated to approach. The house had only one bedroom, but the bed was plush and inviting.
A few hours later, she awoke and showered again, preparing for the day even though it was still dawn. When she entered the kitchen, she was surprised to find Van already there.
"Good morning, sleepyhead. You're up earlier than I expected," he greeted her.
"You're back." She embraced him quickly, and he smiled. "Yes, there's a lot to do because training needs to be done on an empty stomach."
"Are you going to train me yourself?" She hoped he would, but he shook his head.
"Not yet," he replied. She was too weak for him, and he might accidentally injur
