Chapter 5: Devy

We had our breakfast and the trip to the hospital that followed was a silent one, each of us had our own different thoughts to ponder on. I was busy thinking about what to do in case he finds out I'm a blackened male idol and what will be his reaction.

On the other hand, I didn't know that the man was actually thinking of ways to make me depend on him more in the coming days so much that he even thought of forcing the doctor to say it. After all, someone of authority in the medical field would be more believable. He decided to do just that.

Reese allowed the doctor to do a detailed examination on me, with particular focus on my wounded forehead. It lasted for almost half a day, and both the doctor and Reese had a closed-door talk for a short time. I was made to wait in the lounge, After a while, a nurse called me in for the doctor's instructions.

I entered the doctor's office and saw the old doctor seated behind the desk, he was sitting with a stoic face but I thought I saw his hands trembling a little. Is my body really fine? Do I have some mysterious illness I was not aware of?

Reese pulled me to sit beside him and looked at the doctor meaningfully. I made sure to note down their exchange in my mind.

The old doctor cleared his throat before speaking, "Mr. Jane, all the test and examination results show that your body has minimal complications. The wound doesn't and will not pose any threat provided that you follow the instructions I have given to Mr. Lyon in dressing and applying medication. We only found some slight problems in your heart rate, this bradycardia isn't severe but we suggest you keep ample rest and regulate your emotions. When it comes to your low temperature resistance... you don't show symptoms but you definitely have hypothermia since your body can loose heat almost rapidly. I have given detailed instructions to Mr. Lyon in how to take care of you. You have to pay attention to keeping dressed warmly, staying dry and avoiding physical activities that makes you lose more sweat. Don't stay out in the cold, this is serious. Your body may not be reacting strongly to these changes and hides symptoms but if left untreated, even the fastest emergency won't save you."

I nodded vigorously as I listened to him giving me precautions. He told me to go back every month for follow-up examinations and prescribed medications for me.

"You don't have to worry going to and fro here. We've signed the non-disclosure agreement with Mr. Lyon so even if someone accidentally saw you, no news about you will be leaked nor your health condition."

"Thank you, doc." I smiled and thanked him. We said our good-byes to the kind doctor and left the office. There was a pharmacy inside the private hospital so buying meds was easier.

Reese held my hand firmly until we reached the underground parking lot, as if afraid I'd get lost. The driver's already waiting and opened the door for us. Even the heater was already on max and the driver wordlessly maneuvered out of the place.

"What did you and the doctor talked about earlier?" I inquired softly. Were they trying to hide something serious about my health condition?

"Don't worry," he seemed to sense my nervousness. "You're doing fine. He's making sure I am deeply aware of the precautions and gave me more detailed instructions."

"Huh? But why you?" I asked unsure. I don't know but the doctor's supposed to tell me how to take care of myself properly, right?

He smiled and bumped my nose playfully, "That's what family members are for. You won't be in this predicament if you're taking care of yourself properly. Even if you know about your condition, are you sure you can religiously follow all the doctor's instructions? Can you promise yourself that you won't forget taking your medicines when your laziness strikes? Hm?" I smiled sheepishly and shook my head honestly making him chuckle in amusement. "You need someone to take care of you aside from yourself. Now you know why the doctor called me in?"

"Yeah," I nodded obediently which made him smile even more. "But won't it bother you?" My voice came out quietly inside the car.

I can't have the CEO of the largest company take care of me all day long. Besides, any way you look at it I can't have him waste so much time for me anymore. He's got a company to run and his own life to live. We only met yesterday, am I not too abusive of his kind treatment?

"I told you not to worry," he started massaging my gradually cooling hands. "I can handle taking care of a big baby. Especially if the big baby's well behaved and does what I told him to." The sensual hinting behind those words uttered low made me shiver involuntarily. My face flushed and I peeked at his heated expression.

Seeing that handsome face showing a hint of desire made me do something boldly. I moved closer, checking to see if there is any changes in his reaction. Seeing none, and instead made him more appeased, I leaned my head on his shoulders gently.

His eyes glinted in delight and arms wrapped around me tenderly. "Cold?" He teased. I made a light hum in affirmation and hid my heated face in his chest. His broad chest vibrated with laughter, making me more shy. "My baby's good. So obedient." He whispered in a coaxing tone.

I glared and bit his chin lightly, "Don't forget your promise earlier."

"I remember," he smiled, fingers tracing the bite mark hidden under my shirt collar.

My sight suddenly drifted to the driver's ever straight back and felt a little pity for him having to watch all of that, but my sense of shame overpowered it so I reddened even more and averted my eyes.

Instead of going to the mall where a lot of people might recognize me, we opted for the super mart near the condo. I walked ahead while the ever loyal Mr. CEO followed pushing the shopping cart. It was an exclusive membership establishment so I walked carefree only with a face mask on.

I filled the cart with all I need; mainly toiletries, warm clothes, shoes, medical kit, document holders and snacks.

"Don't forget your pajamas." Reese reminded. I nodded and we went further in the clothes section. We found pajamas and some were sold in pairs. "Let's buy those," he gestured to a pair of blue and violet pajamas. The blue one was bigger with moon designs, while the smaller-sized violet has star designs. I grabbed them and placed them in our cart. I found others of the same designs but different colors so I got another four. He dotingly let me hoard things, occasionally putting additional sweatshirts and windbreakers he could find. He found pairing coats and decisively added them on to the pile.

"These are enough. I don't think there's still anything to add." I helped him push the cart towards the counter. He found a pair of house slippers and added them, changed the mugs and cups, toothbrushes and towels to pairs and finally led me to the payment section.

I just watched him pay all of it using his card, sighing in distress when the bill reached tens of thousands. I better pay him back when I get a new project. I noted down the amount in my mind, following him obediently out of the mart with our shopping bags. The driver met us halfway and took the bags, carefully placing them on the trunk as Reese helped me in the car.

"Go straight home," Reese instructed the driver.

In just a few minutes, we were already on the parking lot of the community. Carrying a bunch of shopping bags up to the seventh floor made me regret buying so much, even though no money of mine was used to pay. The driver left right away after helping us haul the stuffs inside the condo.

"We'll arrange them later, go eat first." He instructed, and went off to the kitchen heating up the dishes prepared by Aunt Wong while we were out. The meal went normally, other than the occasional antics of the CEO wanting to feed me. I made sure to firmly plant my ass on the chair, for not only once did he try to get me to sit on his lap, but many times.

"I'll wash the dishes," I hurriedly arranged the table after dinner and whisked the plates and utensils away before he could stop me.

He didn't try to stop me anymore, just made sure the tap water was warm and waited for me to finish while arranging the snacks and ingredients we bought. It didn't take long and soon I was helping him unpack, this time we were on our way to arranging my things.

He confidently carried the bags towards the bedroom when I noticed him going the wrong way again, "Reese! My room's here!" I called standing from the guest's room's door.

He turned his back to stare at me before hurriedly entering his room.

"..."

I groaned in frustration, marching up to his room. He was busy unpacking the bags and arranging them neatly on the empty side of the closet. I gave up and decided to go his way, arranging the shoes neatly beside his own ones on the shoe rack. I hanged the coats and windbreakers we bought and turned to see him almost done as well.

"Can you arrange the toiletries?" He asked.

I hummed and grabbed the bags, arranging my toiletries neatly in the bathroom. I saw the pairs of toothbrushes and cups, but didn't want to move the ones he was currently using. Nevermind, he can use the new ones in the future. I packed the extra pair in the cabinet along with the towels.

"Done?" I heard him call from outside.

"Yeah," I yelled back. I exited the bathroom excitedly.

Shopping using someone's money and without spending your own would really brighten anyone's mood.

No worries! I'll pay it back soon!

With that in mind I unknowingly happily entered the lion's den.