Chapter 65: Chapter 65
"Loving a person could be a lot of work as you get to know them. When you find a woman that loves you, it's easy to do the work of loving her right back." - therightmessages.com
Adrian's POV
There was a pin drop silence at my suggestion. After pondering over it for a long time, nana looked at me apologetically, her eyes sad and helpless.
"We can't afford New York, dear," she said while Azura shook her head and started to leave the room as if disappointed by my unrealistic suggestion. I wasn't giving up that easily and caught her wrist and made her sit beside me.
"We will help you sell the ranch and the animals. You can pack your essentials and come with us on the jet. Later we will have the rest of your stuff shifted," I suggested but Emerald stood up agitatedly.
"You don't get it, Adrian. We don't have the money to stay in New York," said Emerald while Azura fidgeted with her fingers nervously as if wanting to avoid this discussion altogether.
"I have a two-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, you can stay there. You don't need to pay me anything," said Theo. Emerald simply gaped at him, surprised at his generous offer but soon got over her momentary shock and shook her head, declining his offer.
"Why do you want to help us? We don't want to impose on you or take advantage of your generosity. We can manage fine on our own. Thanks," said Emerald stubbornly.
"You won't be imposing at all. When you're settled, you can pay me some rent, later. You know very well that you can't manage here. If not for yourselves, think about Nana and your siblings before making a decision. I'm helping out of humanity and concern," Theo said gruffly, looking a little offended.
"Yeah, both Azura and Emerald can work. In fact, Theo needs a personal assistant immediately. So Emerald can work for him. The twins can join the community school," I suggested as Azura looked up at me with suspicion.
I looked down at her, peering into her soul. What was she thinking? Would she agree to come with us? "Why are you both helping us? We don't need your pity," she whispered, looking upset.
"I'm not pitying you at all. I want something in return, later," I whispered back as her eyes widened in anticipation.
"What d-do you want?" she whispered, stammering slightly with nervousness.
"Isn't it obvious?" I whispered back making her eyes widen further and she seemed dumbstruck for a moment. I knew that I wanted her and I decided to be honest with her. How long could I beat around the bush? I wanted her and I would have her!
"Do you think it can happen?" asked Nana, eagerly before Azura could think of an answer to my question.
"Why not? If you want, that is. We can have a talk with the sheriff and any good real estate agent here and have everything sold off in a day or two. Then you can pack up and leave with us. After reaching New York, I can send my men to shift the rest of the stuff," I said watching Nana's eyes twinkle excitedly. It was obvious that she loved my idea while Emerald and Azura still looked doubtful.
"What if I can't do the work? I've never worked anywhere else other than this farm," said Emerald looking a little embarrassed and apprehensive.
"You'll learn, don't worry. I will teach you everything," Theo said, his words etched with double meaning making Emerald blush profusely.
So, it was settled that we would sell off everything and leave for New York within 3-4 days. We invited the sheriff for dinner and had a detailed discussion with him. He was willing to help us. He gave us the names of a few trustworthy real estate agents and we spoke to them over the phone.
I informed Stefan of all that was happening and my tentative date of return to work.
The next morning Theo woke up early for a jog and wanted me to accompany him but I stayed back on purpose. I wanted to talk to Azura. I had a plan to execute. I wanted to be near Azura all the time. After getting a taste of her sweetness, I wanted more.
So I went to shower to freshen myself up. It was 5:30 in the morning, but after having a really hot dream about Azura, I needed the cold shower very badly. How did I turn into such a pervert? I always was a focused, hardworking, reserved person, who spoke less, worked more, and observed more, but now it was just the opposite. My whole focus had shifted to Azura. Now all I could think of was how to get near her and how to make her stay near me constantly! My mind was constantly seeking an opportunity to kiss her. I wanted to talk to her all the time, feel her azure blue eyes upon me, and smell her intoxicating sweetness. I was a hopeless bundle of emotions, those over which I had no control whatsoever.
Suddenly the bathroom door opened and Azura walked in humming a tune, with a towel over her shoulder, maybe intending to take a bath.
What was she doing here? Didn't she remember that I stayed overnight in her room? Did she come for a bath? Realizing that she might have forgotten my presence here, my body and mind went into overdrive. I was done with showering, so I just grabbed a towel and wrapped it around my wet torso, and came out of the shower cubicle.