Evening had settled over Beijing by the time the car began taking them back toward the hotel.
The city outside the window had changed again.
The bright daylight of the tourist districts had slowly given way to illuminated streets, glowing storefronts, and long ribbons of traffic passing beneath the deep blue evening sky.
Chloe rested comfortably against the seat.
Her shoes had already been removed.
One heel lay near her feet while she gently moved her toes after an entire day of walking.
She looked outside for a few seconds.
Then sighed happily.
"We visited so many places today."
Miles looked toward her.
"Tired?"
Chloe turned.
A proud smile appeared.
"I have to say..."
She leaned slightly toward him.
"My husband doesn't let me get tired."
Miles raised an eyebrow.
"Really?"
"Really."
Chloe started counting.
"You carried the bags."
"You kept finding places for me to sit."
Miles smiled.
Chloe continued,
"And you kept asking if my feet hurt."
