The judge called both parties in the lawsuit to meet in his chambers to discuss a settlement. Both Mr. Blackstone and Mr. Peters arrived promptly at 12:00. When Mr. Blackstone walked in, he seemed impressed with the judge's furnishings. He gawked at the cherry executive desk and leather chairs. The bookcases behind the desk were filled with thick legal books on every subject. The large picture window looked over the parking lot. With a serious grimace, the judge welcomed the men and started to discuss the case. As it is used in the first sentence, the word chambers most nearly means A. house. B. office. C. restaurant. D. courtroom.