Chloe blinked her eyes repeatedly as she woke up from sleep. Squinting, she tried to guess the numbers displayed on the digital clock above the nightstand. Then, she looked to the side but didn’t find Edward in his bed. So, where did he go this early morning?
For a moment, the blonde woman stretched in her bed, flexing her muscles before deciding to sit up and prepare to get out of bed. Just as she was about to rise, she heard the sound of the bathroom door opening. There was Edward, shirtless, casually passing in front of her. It seemed intentional, as if he was getting back at Chloe for something she did last night.
“You can take a shower now. After that, we’ll have breakfast together and then go to my place,” Edward said, handing Chloe a bathrobe.
“My place?” Chloe asked.
Edward nodded. “Yes… we’re married now, so it’s only fitting for you to live with me.”
“I thought you lived in an apartment. Aren’t single men supposed to prefer living there?” Chloe inquired, her curiosity evident on her face.
Edward chuckled briefly, finding Chloe’s curiosity rather amusing. “I used to live in an apartment. But since we’re married now, I decided to take you to my home instead.”
Chloe got up, indifferent to the situation. “Fine, suit yourself,” she replied before heading to the bathroom without a care.
After finishing breakfast, Edward immediately took Chloe to his residence, moving her to one of the houses located in the middle of London. Getting out of the car, Chloe was led to enter a two-story minimalist-designed house. There were already maids welcoming the couple.
“Welcome, Mr. and Mrs. Martin,” one of the maids greeted.
Edward smiled, always maintaining his politeness with everyone, be it family, colleagues, friends, or subordinates. “Thank you for your assistance. My wife and I will head to our room now.”
Chloe continued to follow Edward’s lead, and they eventually reached a room not far from the balcony. Upon entering, she was presented with a room specially designed for a man, dominated by white and mocha colors. There were many miniature weapons and characters from some animated cartoons neatly arranged on a glass-covered shelf.
Chloe was slightly impressed by Edward’s collection. She hadn’t expected him to be just like any other guy, with a hobby of collecting toys like a little kid.
“All your clothes are there,” Edward pointed to a white wardrobe in the walk-in closet. He then stepped forward and opened each closet door. “The first one contains formal wear, the second one has casual clothes, the third one has bags and shoes. And in the small drawer in the middle, there’s a collection of watches. I’m not exactly sure about your taste, but if you don’t like my choices, you’re free to change them.”
Chloe nodded and then asked, “So, we’re sharing a room?”
Edward laughed, his expression resembling someone teasing. “What kind of question is this, Chloe? Of course, we’ll share the same room. If you forgot, we’re husband and wife now. There’s no such thing as sleeping separately,” he said.
“And you think I agree with your decision to share a room?” Chloe replied.
Edward approached, gazing closely at his wife’s face while smiling. “Whether you agree or not, this is my house. So, you have to follow my rules,” he emphasized, with a hint of intimidation in his words. “Consider this as part of the 3-month plan to make you fall in love with me. Who knows, I might not only win your heart but also your offspring.”
“What do you mean?” Chloe looked puzzled.
“Well, maybe I’ll get your child soon. No one knows what will happen tonight, tomorrow, the day after, or the following days,” Edward said.
Chloe was taken aback. She wanted to protest, but it seemed that Edward wouldn’t give her a chance, as he continued speaking.
“Don’t worry,” he assured her. “As I said last night, I won’t touch you until you ask me to. So, there’s no need to be afraid.”
Chloe took several deep breaths, trying to calm herself for a moment.
Have a child with him? Absolutely not!
I would never bear a child with a murderer like him!
“Prove all your words then,” Chloe challenged.
Edward pulled the corner of his lips into a sweet smile, with a hint of mockery. He then approached Chloe, extending his right hand to gently touch her cheek.
“Of course. I can’t wait to see you begging and asking me to touch you,” he said.
Chloe’s eyes blinked. Despite herself, Edward’s words made her heart race. However, she tried to maintain her composure and responded, “Dream on!”
Edward burst into laughter, thoroughly enjoying the irritated expression shown by his wife.
“Don’t reject me too hard. I’m afraid you’ll end up falling madly in love with me,” he teased.
Chloe felt nauseous instantly. How dare he pray for her to fall in love with him one day? How could she ever fall for a man who caused the death of her own sister?
Just as she was about to retort, Edward’s phone rang, and he hurriedly answered it.
“What’s up, Nic?”
“I’ve sent all the market data reports as you requested. Also, Mr. Tanaka, the owner of Tanaka Japan Holding, really wants to greet you via a teleconference call. Seems like he wants to congratulate you on your wedding, Mister.”
Edward responded to Nicholas’s news. “Alright, I’ll move to my office right away. Thanks for the update.”
After ending the call, Edward’s gaze returned to Chloe.
“I have to go to my office. You can rest. If you need anything, just contact the maid downstairs using the intercom,” he said.
Chloe chose to remain silent and didn’t say anything else. After making sure Edward was out of sight, she decided to leave the room and explore the house. As the new Mrs. Martin, she needed to familiarize herself with the layout of the house she would be staying in for some time. She walked downstairs and stopped at the living room not far from the staircase, where a maid approached her.
“Leta, do you need something?” the maid offered, appearing to be around the same age as Chloe. “Allow me to introduce myself. I’m Leta, the assistant assigned to fulfill all of your needs.”