Chapter 123: Chapter 123

(Vivienne)

I didn't know what was happening to me but I found myself staring at Victor for no reason. I tried to keep my eyes away from him but without his shirt and wearing just sweatpants

Damn, he looked edible, so handsome that I couldn't keep my eyes from him. He was making some pasta for me. The only food which was fast to make and watching him chop those tomatoes like a skilled chef. I swore the man had so many hidden talents.

"How easy is that to make? ''I asked and took a bite of an apple I took from the basket of fruits from the kitchen counter. He didn't answer but was busy doing his own thing. I guessed he was upset because I made him cook so late at night. But I was hungry, did he expect me to sleep with an empty stomach

"Do you do this more afternoon...I mean where did you learn how to cook so we'll?"I fired another question then another as I ate the fruits at my disposal. Victor was now stirring whatever he was making and walked to check on the boiling water. He seemed to be concentrating on his task so I decided to do my own thing. I regretted waking him up rather I should have cooked myself which I was willing to do if not for

"Damn it!" I heard exclaiming and more cursing and before I knew some post fell on the floor getting my attention I shifted my eyes to Victor and nearly fell off the chair as I rushed to the other side of the counter where he was

"What happened...what!?"I said seeing how he was drenched in water. I stepped on the floor and the water was so hot that I jumped up and rushed to the refrigerator

"D...don't touch it," I said and opened a bottle of cold water on his belly. The water must have spilled on him and he was busy trying to wipe it off which would make things worse

"Please let me help," I said and poured more water on him. I didn't care if I was getting him wet all over but the ice water would help him. It took time for me to make sure the water had covered his entire stomach area where he burned himself

"It's fine...I'll take care of it,"he said, shoving my hands away from him and prepared to turn away when I held his hand, preventing him from leaving.

"Come with me"I muttered seriously and dragged him out of the kitchen after switching off the stove. He was hurt and it was my fault. I wonder what happened to him to act so carelessly.

We reached his room and since I knew where he did his first aid. I rushed to the bathroom while he changed his sweatpants which were wet from the water I poured on him and when I returned he was all changed although without a shirt

"Please lie down"I said, gesturing for him to lie on the bed and he complied with me. He didn't look at me as I sat beside him and started applying some cream to his stomach. He was burned badly and his skin had turned red from pink

"Is it hurting...if I do this?"I asked as I drew circles on his abs smearing the white cold cream evenly so that it could release some pain

"Ms Payton I'm fine...it's not hurting as you think it is"he said and shoved my hands away from him and shifted a little. I saw how he was avoiding me. I lowered my gaze and took the tube which had cream in it. I put everything away in the bathroom and washed my hands before I returned back to the room and when I did he was half sitting while leaning his back to the pillows and was half-covered. I guess he was still trying to avoid me. Maybe I should apologize to him

"Sir I'm sorry for dragging you to the kitchen...you are hurt because of me" I apologized fiddling with my fingers not sure if he was going to forgive me but I had to say something

"Leave my room" he simply said and I was shocked as I looked up at him and he had his eyes fixed on me. His facial expression was a serious one I sighed and nodded innocently. He was angry and there was nothing I could do

"My apologies for this sir...I promise not to cause any more trouble" I murmured and turned to leave when he grabbed my hand and I stopped immediately. I didn't turn around as my heart skipped a beat. A cold shiver ran down my spine as he tightened his grip on me and I slowly turned around. My legs were wobbly but I managed to fully turn to him, not sure why he wasn't letting me go when he just threw me out of his room. As much as it hurt me I was willing to obey and leave but suddenly he pulled me with so much strength that I gasped and fell on him but I was worried about his burns more than anything else

"Are you so obedient or I think you are stubborn? ''he muttered as he kept his hand on my back while I rested mine on his chest. I was hesitant as we looked into each other's eyes

"I'm not stubborn sir...but I'm just determined"I muttered knowing full well I wasn't stubborn but a determined person. I loved taking things that I thought belonged to me. Victor's hand traveled up to my face and caressed my cheeks gently that I lowered my eyes looking down at his hand then shifted my eyes back to him

"Really...what length are you willing to go to get what you want" he mumbled and moved his hand to the back of my head and fisted my hair gently

"As long as I get what I want... I'll never cheat my way to get what I want"I said knowing he was trying to get in my head. If he thought I would walk all over someone or take advantage to get what I wanted then he was wrong because that wasn't how Vivienne operated

"I see," he said as he shifted around and I ended up with my leg between his. The night was getting colder

"Let me…"I was about to say and move back and leave when suddenly his lips were on me. I shivered at the impact he crushed his lips on mine and before I could pull back he flipped me down the bed and trapped me beneath him and intensified the kiss. This time it was different from the ones I received from him. It was needy as it was full of something and before I could do anything. The loose shirt I was wearing was thrown off my head and down the floor, as his hands moved to my back and pulled me down making my breasts connect with his chest

"Ahh" a small moan left my lips when something else happened.

***

When morning came, all I could hear were chirping birds singing by the window causing me to groan in frustration. I tried to gather myself up and when my eyes opened. I blinked a few times as I gathered my sorry body up and once I did. I found myself in my room and the door flew open getting my attention and it was Julia

"Good morning Ms"she greeted me with a smile "finally you woke up"she added and walked to my bed. I was confused and lost what she said. I ran my hands in my hair and sat up. It was morning already when I was in my room. How didn't I get here and what happened

"I'm fine Julia...please go away," I said and held my head which was hurting like hell. I looked at myself and I was wearing a white loose dress one of the dresses I wore when going to bed

"I'm sure everything will be peaceful around the mansion, "Julia said as she started folding the sheets scattered on the bed and I stopped moving narrowed my eyes not sure what she meant

"Meaning" I asked and dragged myself off the bed until my legs were suspended on the floor

"Ms. Monica is leaving...sir just finished scolding her a few minutes ago and threw her out of the house, "Julia said as she worked and my eyes widened in shock

"What?"

"Yes, Ms...sir was furious when he woke up this morning….I am sure Miss.Monica did something to make him angry...he threw her out and now she's leaving"Julia added and I didn't even wait to hear what she had to say when I rose to my feet ignoring the pain I was feeling and rushed out of the door.

According to Julia Victor was still around. Without even bothering about how short my dress was and that my hair was not tied. I rushed down the stairs holding my belly and headed straight to the door. I pushed one of the servants who were on the way and stormed out running a few stairs case until I was outside the mansion

It was bright and sunny that I had to narrow my eyes for a while and when I spotted Victor's car about to leave,  I ran as fast as I could and stood in front of the car which stopped immediately and my eyes closed

"Are you crazy huh!"Victor growled when he stormed out of the car since he was in the backseat and rushed to me but I didn't want to listen to him

"She didn't do anything...why are you throwing her out!"I lashed out looking straight at him and he seemed irritated with me. He looked handsome in his brown suit which was the first time I saw him wear a colored suit

"Get inside now" he ordered angrily. I could see how his face had flushed red from rage and his eyes bloodshot but I ignored his anger and showed him mine. The warm breeze blew my hair on my face but I shoved it aside and looked at him. He was huge and taller than me but I had to tell him things

"What happened wasn't her fault...it could happen to anyone okay...you are being unfair to her, "I said explaining to him why he didn't have to punish Monica when the accident happened

"What do you want from me?" he asked wiping his face angrily

"Let her stay"I simply said and he looked at me with surprise in his eyes. For a second he let out a sarcastic chuckle but got serious

"She made your stay here miserable and you want her to stay," he asked as if he didn't hear what I said and I crossed my arms over my chest and nodded

"Yes...let her stay"

"Fine, now out of my way…" he said through gritted teeth and turned back to his car. I looked at him without saying anything and moved aside. The driver started the car and it drove past me

"Jerk" I muttered as I watched the gates open and the car drove out and the gate started closing again on its own. I sighed and turned to leave when I saw Monica standing there

"You didn't have to...but thanks," she said more cheekily but I saw the sincerity in her eyes despite the attitude and I three my tude

"No biggie...it would be boring without anyone questioning my character"I simply said with a smile but Monica had a frown on her face and she was staring at me. I wondered why but

"What are those red marks on your neck and chest area?" she asked with a straight face and I was surprised as my hand reached for my neck and caressed my skin

"Ouch," a hiss left my lips when indeed I felt a lot of pain and when recalled where these came from. My heart skipped a few beats as it pounded heavily against my chest.