Jefferson’s POV
I know that Celina knew that I left because she was already at the dining table very early in the morning. I was sure that she thought that I went to see Wendy and I didn’t deny that. Even if I was cruel to Wendy, it was because I found out that she was cheating on me from the very beginning. I know myself that I am not going to cheat on my wife even if I don’t like her a bit. But after knowing the truth, I feel relieved that I don’t need to feel guilty towards Wendy as well.
The talk that I planned to have with Celina was very simple. I will just let her know that I am going to leave the country and that I am making her the officer in-charge when I’m away. I asked her to come to my study room and wait for me there after she ate because I know that I stink.
She didn’t noticed me get in so I watched her massage her temple. I got a little worried and asked her if she had headache and she replied “slightly.” I don’t know how that was but she insisted on talking even if I told her that we can cancel the conversation.
I sat opposite her because I think she wouldn’t like it if I sat beside her or was near her. She was really hard headed and mistook me for being afraid of her taking our money when I was away when in fact, I asked her to handle everything on my behalf. I didn’t think that she would have a hard time managing the business because I can tell that she was smart. There were a lot of reliable people in the company as well that would help her out if ever she needed it. And lastly, I told her to call me if ever something happened or if she was facing any difficulties.
After she agreed, I sighed deeply. Thinking Noris will be staying here, I couldn’t help but think about him. I already knew his feelings towards my wife but I don’t know about Celina. We talked about giving this marriage a chance so I reminded her that when she was about to leave the room, I stopped her. I feel something when I touch her and think she feels the same way because I saw her being startled. I set aside the feeling and said, “We had a deal, remember.”
She responded with a nod and I said, “Good,” then she left. I stared at her back until she was out of my sight. Now I wonder why I felt that, I had been with Wendy for a long time and I never felt something like that towards her. I never felt anything like that towards any other woman to be precise.
I planned to leave Croas in two weeks so I still have time to guide her in the company. Today is Sunday, so later, I am going to tell her to get ready for work tomorrow. I stayed in my study room and thought about the things that I needed to do before I left. I had to inform Celina about the most important things in the company. Besides the bank, we also have the Resorts and Casino that she needed to look after. I had good people looking out for that so it will be a lot easier for her.
We have 7 branches of Resorts and Casino in Croas and all of them were doing really good. It was because I spend most of my time managing it more than the bank before. But the bank now is getting bigger and bigger and I already had a plan on bringing it internationally. But because of my current situation, I think I will have to delay that until I come back.
It was lunch time when the maid called me, I stood up and went downstairs. I was expecting Celina to be there but she wasn’t. “Where is Celina?” I asked Susane, the head maid.
“I called her but she was sleeping. I don’t think she sleep well last night because I saw she had a dark circle around her eyes this morning.” she replied and remembered that she had headaches earlier.
“Ok, I will eat later as well.” I told her and went to our bedroom. I found Celina on the bed sleeping and I feel guilty thinking she waited for me last night. I sat beside her and watched her sleep, then I looked around the room and noticed her luggage was still in the same place where the maids put it last night. I walked to the walk-in closet and checked if she already put her clothes there but I was dismayed when it wasn’t there.
I rushed to her planning to nag at her but I remember that she was sleeping and made me change my mind. I am not like that, I always respect people, especially women. I held my anger and decided to sleep beside her. Not minding her reaction when she wakes up with me beside her later.
I was about to close my eyes when she put her arms on my chest as if hugging me, and there was that electric current feeling again. I get up really fast that made her wake up, “What happened?” she asked as she rubbed her eyes with her hand like a child.
“Nothing, it’s lunch time, let’s go.” I told her and went down. It was not good to stay with her. I don’t know what I would do to her if we were together like before. I think I will let her sleep in a different room while I’m still here.
I was back at the dining table and I told Susane to prepare our food. Celina did not take too long and she was seated as well. “Did you sleep well, Ma’am Celina?” Lory, one of the maids asked her.
“Yes, thank you.” she replied, smiling. I clear my throat which made her look at me,
“Be ready to come to work tomorrow. I will be leaving in two weeks, so during these days I am going to come with you and teach you what you need to do while I’m away.” I told her.
“OK,” she replied.
“Is that all?” I asked,
“Why do I need to elaborate my answer?” she asked. “Will it satisfy you if I call you Sir?” she added and I got angry.
“Do you need to be sarcastic to everything I asked of you?”
“Do I sound sarcastic? That’s odd, because it was my natural demeanor. Does that mean that I have been sarcastic all my life?”
I don’t think I will be able to win over her so I just drop the subject. At least now I know that none of the boards can make her down. “Make sure to have that attitude of yours when you face the board.” I warned her.
“Why are they worse than you?” she asked. I glared at her and I saw her continue eating as if she had not said anything offensive. Yes it was offensive. What does she mean if they are worse than me? What did I ever do to her to say that to me?
“Do you have office clothes?” I asked her.
“I will wear whatever I want to wear.” she replied without looking at me. I really don’t get her, isn’t this her chance to ask me to buy her her clothes? Why can’t she take it?
“I can’t think when I’m wearing uncomfortable clothes.” she said after.
“Whatever,” I told her and we continued eating. We went back to our room and I saw her get her bag.
“I am going to work, don’t disturb me.” she said and went to the balcony with her laptop. I know that my balcony was beautiful because it was shady and gave a relaxing ambiance. Plus I had a set of chairs and tables in there which I used whenever I was thinking, especially at night. But, why would she choose to work there than in my study room? And what is she going to work with?
“You have work?” I asked her as she sat on the chair putting her laptop on the table.
“Didn’t I just say not to disturb me?” she asked. I chuckled and realized that she was boss material.
“I wanted to know if you are working, because I don’t want you to lose focus when I am teaching you about the company.”
“Don’t worry, I can handle it.” she replied, “I won’t let you down.” she added.
“Stop with whatever your work is.”
“Why?”
“Because you already had a business to attend to.” I replied.
“No,” she replied.
“Why?” I asked patiently. She is really a difficult person.
“What if we get divorce and you do everything you could so I could get nothing out of this marriage, what will happen to me then?” she asked. How can she think about that? How the hell did she think about divorce when we just got married yesterday?
“You stop that work and never tell me about divorce because that will never happen, you are stuck with me for the rest of your life. So, if you plan on divorcing me to go into another man’s arms, sorry to tell you, that’s not gonna happen.” I told her and left. I was pissed about the divorce thing.