They stayed at the hospital until her aunt fell asleep. When it was time to leave, Pius came to pick them up.
When they got back to the car, Ariel Ann sat her palm on her chin. “A penny for your thoughts?” She looked at Rex Anderson and muttered under her breath “Thank you”
“You don’t have to be so polite with me, you don’t have to thank me, you’re my wife.”
“Saying thank you is the only way I can show my appreciation! You not only take it as your obligation to pay for my aunt treatment, you still find time to visit.”
“We’re a couple. It’s natural for me to help” he paused, turned to Ariel with a mischievous twinkle in his eye. He tucked in her hair behind her ear and said shamelessly, “if you want to make it up to me, you can kiss me or call me sweet names”, he grinned mischievously and leaned in closer to her, his warm breath tickling her ear. “Oh, I think I would appreciate it if you thank me in our bedroom. Mrs. Anderson”
“You’re shameless, did you not draw a clear line of our relationship from the start,” she rolled her eyes and chuckled.
Pius pretended not to notice, focusing on the road ahead, but he couldn’t help but wonder what his master has in his head.
Young master, is this part of your revenge? Seeing the jealousy and killing intent in your eyes yesterday makes me realized you’re in love with the young madam. I hope you will spare her from your revenge, Rex. You have to spare your wife. You deserve happiness.
Pius sigh.
“Shameless? How about we do it here in the car?”
“Rex Anderson, you shameless old… ma.” he leaned in to kiss her on the lips, the corner of his lips quirking up in a smile.
Pius cleared his throat awkwardly, “Um, would you like me to turn up the music, Young master?”
Ariel shook her head, a small blush creeping up her cheeks at being caught in a moment of intimacy with Rex Anderson. “No, that’s okay, Pius. Just keep driving.” She answered.
“How about I keep you in bed for days? I’ll take my time to please you”
Ariel’s cheeks flushed even deeper at his words, and she turned to glance out the window, hoping to hide her embarrassment.
She felt her heart swell with love, despite his infuriating teasing. She reached over to take his hand, lacing her fingers through his. , waves of current course through her skin bringing her to reality. She withdrew her hand and moved closer to the door.
Stupid you Ariel, what do you think you’re doing?
“Pius, let’s go to the mall!” Rex Anderson ordered.
“Yes, Young master!”
Ariel looked out of the window, so she wouldn’t see the man sitting right beside her. Just then her phone beep.
“I know, I’ve hurt you, but I’m sorry. Wherever I see you smile, my heart flutters, Honey is sweet, but you’re sweeter. Give me a second chance.” She frowned in disgust.
“Ring! Ring!! Ring!!!” her phone lit up again. It was obvious the caller is not willing to give up. She stretched out her hand and wanted to press the reject button.
Rex’s hand reached over and grabbed her wrist.
“Answer the phone! You are now my wife, a part of the Anderson family. Let him know his position. You can’t avoid him forever even if I throw him out of the city”, with that he took his hand back.
Ariel Ann hesitated for a moment but still chose to listen to him. Rex Anderson was right in the future she would still see him. She pressed the answer button and placed the phone beside her ear…
“Ariel, where are you? Are you alright? That wheelchair user suddenly asked his bodyguard to drag you out yesterday. Did he hurt you? Damian’s anxious voice came over. He had to win her over in any way possible. A mocking smile hung on her lips.
What a pretentious man she would have been happily answering his questions if it was years ago but now she felt disgusted and annoyed.
“The person you referred to as crippled was my husband. Besides, how is it related to you where I am or how am being treated by my husband? I should be happy my husband came on time to save me from being bitten by a dog!” Damian Ford
“Ariel I’m sorry….. Did you not say you wanted to know the man that night? As long as you make a request, I’ll definitely satisfy you, and you won’t have to look for men outside.”
A smile appeared on her face.
“I’m kind of busy today, there is a lot of work to do at the company. Besides, I don’t want to talk about this matter on the phone. Let’s talk about it some other time”. Ariel really found his voice annoying and tiring.
Okay, then you should also have a good rest after work! I’ll hang up first.” Damian knew it’ll be hard to pursue Ariel; he would not rush her into accepting him back, so he hung up first.
Hearing the beeping sound from the other end of the phone, Ariel Ann took the phone away from her ear. Her phone was snatched away before she could put it down.
“What now?” Ariel turned to look at the man only to see him skillfully typing away on her phone.
“This is the phone number of my most skilled bodyguard. I’ve saved it on your phone. Call him. He will teach you basic fighting skills to defend yourself in the future.” Rex Anderson entered the number and returned the phone to Ariel Ann”
Ariel took her phone and put it in her bag. Her thoughts were unsettled.
Damian Ford, what type of games are you playing? It’s obvious you see me as an option after Elvira broke your heart. Why would Damian approach me?
Ariel looked outside the window, her thoughts unsettled. Unable to keep her thoughts to herself, she turned to Rex.