Chapter 70- Hail our queen

"She's the light to my darkest days and the reason of my smile. She brings color in my black and white existence and the reason I get out of bed each morning. The beauty of the rising sun is nothing in comparison to the blush on her cheeks when she smiles. I love the way her eyes move around in a mischievous way and when she scrunches her nose trying to figure something out. When she sleeps, her tiny figure looks so adorable that my eyes cannot find anything more soothing than it. When she dresses up her ethereal beauty leaves me awestruck. Her divine existence is more than enough to enlighten my day. My dear Jennifer, would you please join me on the 'Seat of state'.

Sounds of hooting and cheer erupted in the room as Jennifer was picked up by a few girls and brought near the silverish platform. The cheer became even more thunderous as she stepped on it. All this time, Jennifer was at her epitome of happiness. Adrian was in love with none other than her. Jennifer came to stand next to Adrian as he went down on one knee. Jennifer gasped when she noticed a bouquet of flower in Adrian's hands.

"Jennifer, I love you. Will you be my girlfriend?" Adrian asked. Jennifer was so happy that she couldn't form proper words. She just nodded as she bent down to Adrian's level and stared into his chocolate brown orbs. In a split second, her hands pulled his neck downwards and placed her lips on his. It lasted only for a second, before she pulled out covering her mouth in realization. Adrian pulled her closer by pulling her waist near him, leaving no gap as if that were possible and smashed his lips on to her soft and parted ones.

Confusion took over Jennifer but her insides automatically gave in feeling him move his lips. It was the perfect combination of rough yet lovable. The ideal kiss Jennifer always fantasized about. The way her fingers locked with his soft black hairs, playing with his locks. The way he stopped every few seconds to look at her, then continue making her feel euphoric was heart melting. Jennifer's back hit the platform as he continued to explore what he claimed to be his. Adrian's free hand was secured behind Jennifer's head before they toppled over.

Slowly, pulling apart, with his lips slightly parted, he stared into her soul making Jennifer's mind go back to her first eye contact with him. The electricity. The air. The emotions. Everything was intoxicating. Hands still on her waist, securing his grip tightly, "Jennifer" he softly called out. "Huh?" she said, still trying to process how badly she needed it. His touch, his reassurance of his love for her. His eyes. His skin touching hers. His hands and his lips. Most importantly, the way they claimed her.

"Did I tell you?" His thumb on her cheekbone, caressing it. "How much I love you?" His eyes fixed on hers. "How much you mean to me?" His other hand tightening his grip around her tiny figure. "How much" He kissed her forehead. "I adore" then her nose, "you" and finally her lips. But this time it was contradictory. Contradicting what he did a few seconds ago. He slowly nibbled on her bottom lip, this time his hand on her hips and Jennifer couldn't count the number of times he had smiled with his lips attached to her. No matter how many times he got closer to her, it always felt new and the butterflies never took a rest. The entire room was mesmerized at the intensity of emotional exchange between them. They looked so good together just like a pair of lovebirds or swan. Each adorned with its individual beauty and yet when standing together, their beauty exceeds the beauty of the entire world.

After minutes of pure stillness and calmness, Adrian turned around to face the other members, "To all the lions of the den, I take immense pride in introducing to you, 'Your mafia queen'. Every person in the room cheered loudly "Hail our queen." Jennifer smiled ear to ear. Adrian and Jennifer exited the main room to reach at foot of a long staircase. They climbed it to reach a platform where two gates appeared. Adrian turned to Jennifer and said, "This is my room." Indicating to a room on the right.

"That one's yours." The room on the left adorned was adorned with flowers, just perfect to welcome a new member home. "I ordered its construction the day I fell in love with you. I was waiting for the time when you would move in." he said as he tucked a strand of hair behind Jennifer's ear. Jennifer blushed. "That means it was created at a very short notice."

"How come short? It was completed about 7 months ago. Everything is done with utmost detailing and precision. If you want to change anything just tell me. Okay?" Adrian said. "How can it be completed seven months ago? I proposed you a fortnight ago and you rejected me." Jennifer pouted waiting for Adrian to explain. Adrian chuckled mischievously and said, "I fell in love with you the day I saw you at the cafeteria. The rejection had its own reasons which I wish to discuss with you. But first, freshen up." Adrian's voice took its turn from being bright to going dark.

Jennifer nodded and turned to enter her room. She was shocked at the effort that had been put to create it. The décor and the mixture of French and English furniture was combined to create an atmosphere of quiet elegance, giving an essence of her dressing style. The wallpaper was dragon green in color, matching the color of her eyes. It also had a library. A wall separated the bedroom from the library with only one small door by the windows. The library side of the wall had a mirrored recess with draperies and a large sofa.

"Its beautiful." Jennifer breathed as she entered the room. A knock was heard behind her as she turned to see a girl with a suitcase in her hand. "This is your stuff. I asked her to bring it up. Unpack your belongings and come to meet me in my room for coffee. Hmm?" Adrian smiled and exited the room with the girl. Jennifer unpacked her stuff. It literally took no time because her stuff included nothing more than three dresses, a pair of shoes and some basic necessities. Soon, Jennifer was free to join Adrian for coffee as planned.