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The lengthening shadows and growing darkness made the woods difficult to navigate, but the thought of an evening with Mary strengthened Ian’s resolve to reach the remote location.  Still, a bit of doubt darkened his mood.  What if he were there?  Ian dashed the thought from his mind and continued through the tangles of the underbrush until he finally saw his destination.

The little cottage was in the perfect location.  It was remote enough to ensure privacy, yet close enough to civilization to have all of the necessities of modern life, such as electricity and Internet service.