Seeing her relax and smile made it obvious to Cooper that he did not upset her. When she giggled it warmed his heart. He waited patiently while she organised the boy and once she was back, he smiled to welcome her. Quite taken by her at this point, he listened to her questions. He was quite stunned at her organisational skills, this busy maid, who could found the time, during this eventful evening, to talk to him. “I am many things to the Major, but yes for tonight I am his driver. As for you, dear Jessica, you are more than just a maid.” Finding his courage he continued “Well at least to me, anyway.” At that he moved gradually a little closer to her. When he was within touching distance, he remarked “Surely there are enough servants here tonight who could see to your employers? After all your fellow servants seem to respect you a great deal.” In an attempt to make her decision to stay with him easier, he suggested “Perhaps I can assist you with some of your duties so that you can still give me the tour around the property.” To reassure her, he remarked “Of course I understand if you feel that you need to go and see to them. If you do I will be easy to find, once you are done.” Whilst he waited for her consideration, he moved his hand a little closer to hers until it was almost within touching distance and then he stopped.<em>Perhaps she will take it</em>he taught.