Chapter 66: Chapter 66
RYAN POV
If there had to be something I would have given myself a full mark for, then it would be the fact that I kept boundaries with Evelyn throughout our ride to the States. It wasn't easy, but yet, I did.
She had always been the less clingy person when we were still dating. I did most of the clinging. But since she was aware that I was her husband, she was clingy, to be honest.
I almost thought she was a entirely different person. Every tine I glanced at her, I felt nothing but sympathy and pity. That only made my throat and heart lock tight at a bitter sense of feeling in my gut.
I exhaled, allowing myself to follow Evelyn who seemed to be taking a peculiar kind of attention to the mansion I got for her.
She stared for as long as she could, especially at the sitting room, her guardian standing a few distance behind her.
The mansion was painted deep blue, as it was her favorite color then. I could still remember how most of her things, as well as her clothes, were blue. It was one of those things that intrigued me about her.
With a small TV hung on the wall, a videotape as well as speakers, the sitting room speaks simple lifestyle, just like Evelyn loved it in the past.
She doesn't fancy wealth or things that screamed luxury.She loved simplicity.
"Ryan, I have some complaints, please.”She turned abruptly, her face as calm as ever.
"I noticed the colors are deep blue from outside to inside. Can you perhaps make some part of the house painted in sky blue?”My forehead creased slightly as I nodded.
"Sure, I will.”I simply stated.
"And I don't really appreciate the small Television. I want something fancy and larger. The speakers are too small too. “She complained, and I almost felt my whole brain almost freezing at the sudden change of taste.
'She has amnesia, Ryan.' I could feel my inner voice interfering.
"Sure, apologies on my part. I will make arrangements for that.” I stated.
"Mr. Ryan. Apologies, on her part.”The guardian, Ma'am Claudia, pleaded, prompting me to smile.
"It's fine. Would you like to check your room?”I asked, as she beamed with a smile reaching her face.
For some weird reason, I suddenly felt this great urge to leave soon. I would rather look at Ariel's face a million times now. I was missing her badly.
"Ryan. You are not moving.”Her voice jolted me out of my reverie, as I realized that I was still standing, in the same position as I was before.
I smiled sheepishly, acknowledging Evelyn's words as we began walking to her room.
I watched carefully as she got into her bedroom. It has a big bed, with yellow covers, and teddy bears on each side of the room. The room painted with deep blue as well. It was simple yet comfy. I had a shelf of novels and books placed at the far end of the room.
Evelyn loved reading books. I hope she still loves to, though.
"The room is a yes for me. Thanks, Ryan”I heaved a sigh.
Her stare cut to mine, as she inched closer. I felt my body tensed slightly. She hugged me, and this time it was firmer than usual.
I took time in my head to count up to ten seconds before slowly releasing her grip off me. Her face was filled with a slight ray of disappointment as she looked at me. I scratched my head slightly in a bit to distract myself.
"I have to go, Evelyn. See you later.”With one last smile, I turned to leave.
My movement stopped abruptly, at her next choice of words.
"Why are you avoiding me, Ryan?”She asked, as I sighed for the umpteenth time today.
I have been sighing a lot today. I was trying to be cautious and at the same time not too obvious about it.
"I am not avoiding you, Evelyn. I…"
"It is because of her, right? Your second wife?”I shut my eyes close, trying to calm down as fast as possible.
The fact that she mentioned Ariel as a second wife does not make me happy at all. It wasn't the proper thing to say. I liked Ariel a lot.
"It's been three days since I travelled, I need to see her too. I hope you understand.”I explained, hoping this conversation will come to an end soon.
"It's fine. I think I am just overreacting. It is just…"
"Don't be. And I'm glad you were not dead. Just try to live a peaceful life, and I promise to be there for you.”I cut her off, as I spoke.
"Fine then. Until we see again. Say hello to your wife for me.” Her words alone made a shudder pass through me.
It reminded me of the choices I had at hand.
Either to inform Ariel about Evelyn or not. I was definitely going for the latter.
I think it would be better off as a secret for now.
Walking out of the mansion, I could only say a short prayer. Not only that, I really hope Ariel will forgive me. For putting her in the dark. For not loving her.
I really hope she forgives me.
ARIEL POV
Patience is a virtue which one should possess, but I'm not sure if I had more ounce of it as the thought of welcoming Ryan soon kept clouding my thought.
It is one thing to miss one, but the other thing to feel lonely or a little bit miserable when the other person is not around.
The door rang as I leaped for joy. There was absolutely no way I would miss that, as I rushed to open the door.
My joy knew no bounds' when I saw the love of my life, standing with a mischievous smile on his face. He was still radiant as always, except for the eye bags underlying his eyes.
I jumped at him, as his low chuckle tickled my ears. My arms wrapped around his neck, my legs around his torso.
He closed the door behind him, as our faces were inches apart. I was not sure who was leaning closer until our lips met, syncing together. It went on for some seconds, not until he stopped. I was the only one doing the kissing.
I simply withdrew as I got on my feet. I breathe out a bit, refusing to meet his gaze. Maybe he was tired or didn't want to kiss me, that I didn't know.
He made to touch me, as I moved back a bit.
"You must be exhausted. You should eat some food.”I turned to leave, but his arms prevented me from moving further, as he engulfed me.
"Hey, angry bird. You are my food already.”His warmth spread to my body, as I blushed.
He lifted me off my feet, and off to the room we went. Slow, sensual, romanizing and lovely CONSUMMATION.
*******
After our love making session, we ended up bathing together, after which we headed to the dining to eat.
I was glad that Ryan arrived earlier today, and I missed him a lot already.
"You really must have missed me for preparing such a sumptuous meal for me.”He winked at me, as I smiled gently.
"Of course I do. You probably never missed me.”I rolled my eyes, as he chuckled.
His hand rested on mine, and I could swear I felt a jolt of something – more than the previous sensation.
"I really missed you. Your smile, delicious meal, your warm embrace, the smell of your hair, everything about you."He grinned, and I was sure my face must have reddened by now.
"Most importantly, your lecture. It really helped me."He locked eyes with me, and I felt my heart flipped a bit.
"You just always find a way to get to my head. Thanks so much, babe.”I appreciated.
Done with the food, he began scrolling through his phone, as I went to the kitchen.
I came back as I noticed my phone screen light on. I unlocked my phone, as it revealed a set of pictures sent to me.
My mouth dropped open with the sight of what I saw, as I could not help but pray the ground could just swallow me.
"Milady, are you okay?”
Perhaps noticing the change in my expression, Ryan stood, as he made to touch me, but I flinched back.
"When do you intend to tell me?”I deadpanned, trying to hold back the tears, that had started to brim.
"I don't understand, milady.”Ryan's soft voice sounded as I tried to calm down.
It was as if my heart had plummeted. I was suddenly tensed.
Gripping the phone, I raised it to his very face to see the pictures of his beloved wife.
"I…. I can explain. It is not what you think. It's..."I held my hand in air, stopping him from speaking further.
"I shouldn't have trusted you in the first place. You lied Ryan."
Not waiting further, I ran to the bedroom, locking the door behind. I fell to the ground, as I finally let it out- the tears.
At that moment, I felt heartbroken.
"I wish I never loved him."