Since we were young, he didn’t really care how good looking he was. Haden snorted out a laugh.
In fact, he didn’t know he was really good looking, especially when he smiled. When he smiled, like I mean smile-smile, his eyes also followed. You don’t even want me to start talking about his jawline.
When I was busy staring at him, he couldn’t help but clutch the back of my head and give me a fierce kiss on the lips. He smelled good with a hint of mint. It’s really intoxicating. I could kiss him all day, everyday. I wouldn’t get tired of him.
After the kiss, he couldn’t let go, his index finger clasping my chin and his thumb gently rubbing my lips. I was very obedient and let him stroke me. The gesture made my whole-body tremble.
“I can’t imagine you can hit people.” He started and got my hands using his big one. He gently caressed it and I believe he’s studying it.
“Oh no, you forget that quickly, I’m a little lady.” I answered.
You’re probably wondering why he knew that I slapped Elizabeth? Well, he told me that he’s in the area when that happened and he saw that I’m with someone. So he rushed over but he wasn’t able to get to me in time. I also told him about what she told me partially and I got no reaction from him.
Haden lost his smile, he gently pressed the hand that I used to slap her and rubbed it gently.
“Little lady still knows how to hit people huh?” He asked, then smirked. He’s really attractive when he does that.
“Oh stop it. You know I can do more.” I retaliated. He didn’t react after that.
“By the way, can you continue what you told me earlier about what she said about me?” He suddenly asked. I was taken aback. Why did he ask about that again? Was it so important? But I didn’t question him anymore and told him all she said to me.
“That’s what she said about you, I can’t listen to that anymore.” I told him.
Haden’s POV
Elena is shy and well mannered. She’s been in the family for so many years. I’ve never heard her cause any trouble and if I hadn’t seen it with my own eyes I really wouldn’t have thought she’d hit anyone.
Well, I understood her. She did it for me, to protect me. To protect us. I want to protect her too. I’ll do anything to protect her.
I asked her in a soft voice, “Does it hurt that much?” I’m really worried. I was taken aback slightly from what I saw earlier. My woman can fight.
I touched her face, for some reason I just wanted to be good to her. I want to do my best for her.
“Well, I love you.”
The first thing that happened was that I never thought I would have such a cheesy and meaty conversation with someone, but there was nothing wrong with that, on the contrary, I enjoyed it.
I wrapped my arms around her and kneaded her hand.
“If you want to hit someone in the future, just tell me. I’m here and there are enough people willing to serve you, you don’t have to do it yourself, understand?”
She nodded a little, and before I could finish the sentence, Elena said,
“I wouldn’t leave you.”
That sentence alone was enough for me to be at ease.
Elena’s POV
The corners of Haden’s mouth smiled, and he rubbed my forehead with relish.
“You really wouldn’t leave me?” He asked, wanting to make sure that I am serious.
“No.” I answered.
“No matter what, you won’t leave me?” I found it cute that it really seemed that he didn’t want me to leave him.
“Mm-hmm.” I hummed. I can only smile at his cuteness.
“Are you sure?” He asked. His eyes were full of anxiousness.
Feeling guilty, I wrapped my arms tightly around his waist and said, “Brother, I’m in love with you now, I can’t leave you. I won’t mention the divorce to you again. I’m sorry.”
Haden wrapped me in his arms and said, “Actually, it’s quite good.”
“What’s good?” I asked, confused.
“That at least you care more about me now.” He said calmly then buried his head on me.
I thought for a second and wondered if it’s good that he hurt me once. Does it make any sense? Maybe everything happened for a reason? I don’t know. I didn’t understand, but I didn’t think about it any further. I just wrapped my arms around him tightly and replied, “Well, I’ll always take care of you.”
Time passed and his business meeting there ended. We strolled a little bit and bought some things for Eaden and the people in the house.
As we were heading back, we still used Haden’s private plane, but I didn’t see Harry and Belle anywhere on the plane.
“Where are Harry and Belle?” I asked.
“I let them take the flight.” He answered plainly.
“Ah? And why is that? Isn’t it good to fly back together? ” I really can’t understand him. Sometimes he’s talkative, and sometimes he’s not.
Haden looked at me with a meaningful expression. What does it mean?
“Who told me she was uncomfortable seeing me and Bella together?” Now he’s teasing me?
“… ” I couldn’t say anything but on the inside, I was very happy. I don’t know why he did that, but I’m thankful. At least I could sleep peacefully.
As soon as the plane takes off, we’re sitting next to each other. The more I think about it, the more I feel a little guilty.
When Haden saw this, he asked, “What’s going on? What are you thinking about? ” He sounded worried.
“I feel a little guilty.” I said honestly.
“Why do I have a blind suspicion at every turn, am I too cautious? ” I added after. I don’t know why I suddenly thought of this but I want to get it out of my system.
Haden didn’t answer, I thought it was because he too felt too petty to say anything. I’m getting worried. What if he thought that I’m being paranoid. Well, I don’t know.
“I don’t think I should be so petty, don’t worry, I will change.” I said after not hearing a response from him.
“Don’t change.” He finally answered. His voice was full of sincerity. As if begging me. I was surprised by his reaction.
“Oh, why?” The man’s face is self-righteous. I’m confused.
“I just like your petty look.” He said. I don’t know what he’s thinking but I left it at that.
“So don’t change it. Never change, you hear?” He suddenly added that I have no choice but to nod my head. Who am I to complain?
When we arrived at the airport, there’s already a car waiting for us. We drove back home and I immediately looked for Eaden. He was so excited when he saw us and jumped right at me.
“Mommy! Daddy!” He exclaimed after reaching us. He’s so cute so I pinched his cheeks slightly.
After the small reunion, we head back to our bedroom to change. The dining room was full of laughter that night.
Haden had been busy every day since he returned from his business trip from the east, and sometimes, he had to work overtime.
Sometimes, I cooked lunch for him and delivered it to his office. Every time I get there, he’s just sitting on his chair reviewing some documents or signing some paperwork. When he saw me, he immediately smiled and stood up to greet me. Then we shared lunch together.
Today he had to work late because he had a proposal to discuss.
Eaden and I were still awake. When we heard the sound of a car engine outside the window, Eaden’s eyes immediately lit up and he said, “Daddy’s back.”
So I took Eaden’s hand and said, “Come on, let’s go greet Daddy.”
Haden got on the elevator. They have too much work today so he was a little tired. He rubbed his forehead easing the pain. I knew that he would go to the kitchen to get some coffee, so he would go straight to the first floor. He may have thought that me and Eaden had gone to bed, but the elevator opened slowly. He saw the living room light was still on, and two people, one tall and one short, were waiting outside the elevator.
He froze for a moment and asked, “Why are you still awake? ” I didn’t answer, but jumped straight to him and hugged him, “We’re waiting for you.”
Haden’s POV
When the door of the elevator opened, I saw Elena and our son right away. I feel, more or less, like I suffered some shock. I felt that I needed to work on another level of importance for me. Yes, I need to work for them but I need to be with them too. I want to give my wife and my son a better life.