Part XIV:
Meanwhile, Artemis was well into a thorough soaking in the room’s oversized jacuzzi bathtub. Although the addition of bubbles and water jets may seem like a relaxing addition to bath time, Artemis wanted no part of it. Curiosity had gotten the better of him and he flipped the switch on, only to have water start shooting out everywhere. After settling his heartbeat from the rapid pace caused by this commotion, he decided to stick with the old fashioned method.
While he was soaking, he heard a knock on the outside door. “I am in the tub,” he shouted, hoping it was loud enough to be heard outside the door. “Please come back later!”
“I have just brought you some bottled water and a light snack,” came a soft woman’s voice, “I did not mean to disturb you. Please dial extension 11 if you need anything further.”
With these words, he could hear her letting herself out. Artemis did not like the fact that people just barged into his room. He understood the need for housekeeping to come and turn down the bed or make up the room, but he had put the “Do Not Disturb” sign up on the door handle when he came in. If this was the type of treatment he was going to receive at this resort, he knew his stay was not going to be a pleasurable one. Feeling out of sorts from the rapaciousness of the staff, Artemis ended his soak and dressed himself in comfortable attire for the evening.
To be continued…
