Brushing her hands clean on her skirt, Loretta stared dismally at the fire. Merciful heaven, why had she asked for a fire? He'd be able to her, which somehow made the thought of undressing in front of him all the more horrid.
Loretta sat by the fire, feeling a sense of despair as she brushed her hands on her skirt. She regretted her decision to request a fire, realizing that it would expose her more than she intended. The thought of undressing in front of him filled her with dread, highlighting her vulnerability in the situation.
This moment reflects Loretta's internal struggle and discomfort, as she grapples with her feelings of exposure and the implications of her choices. The warmth of the fire, which she initially desired, now feels like a source of anxiety, illustrating the complexities of her emotional state in this tense moment.
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