Strangers at first

What! Amy exclaimed. 

A plate or two of food is okay, why a whole bouquet? You don't expect me to finish all this, do you?

Ragnar remained silent, while the room service served the meal on another empty table in the room and left.

Amy stood up and walked toward the table where the meal had been served. Her mouth became watering, she didn't want to be too forward. She turned to Ragnar's direction.

Let us eat.

Regnar raised his brows in surprise. You said you were famished, not me, so enjoy your meal.

I don't get it, Ragnar. You don't eat or what? I haven't seen you take anything since morning except coffee. It's only natural that you feel hungry and eat, isn't it?

You can't be so sure, Amy. Besides, we both know you don't care if i eat or not, you only care about the money, so just go on and eat.

Amy's mouth was wide open. Is that what you think of me? Wow!

She was both surprised and angry, but she gave up and sat down to eat.

She noticed Ragnar was staring at an object discreetly, she was so curious to know what it was, she hated to poke her nose into other people's business, but she needed to find out what it was to be sure she was safe.

She was determined to wait till Ragnar would be asleep and check the object.

She ate to her fullest when she was done, she stood up and sat comfortably on the couch, she took out her phone and scrolled the internet.

Tears welled up in her face when she stumbled on Dan and Katherine's wedding pictures. Katherine posted the pictures online.

 She must have posted it purposely so that I would see it, that bastard! Amy muttered angrily.

Ragnar was so engrossed with what he was doing that he didn't notice Amy's pain and tears.

After a long moment, Amy finally put her phone aside and laid down to sleep. She remembered her plan to check the object Ragnar had been discreetly staring at.

At first, Amy closed her eyes and pretended to be asleep, thinking it would force Ragnar to sleep so she could carry out her plan.

But to her disappointment, Ragnar was still awake after one hour, and Amy had been pretending to be asleep.

I wonder why he is still awake, and even sits in one spot for hours. Doesn't he sleep? Amy thought within her, she was tired of pretending to be asleep.

Soon she slept off.

Ragnar kept drafting out some plans, doing some research on his system. He was so engrossed with work that he didn't even realize it was late already.

Amy felt an urge to use the restroom, forcing her to wake up. She reluctantly stood up and saw a strange figure seated in the same spot Ragnar was sitting.

The room was slightly dark and Amy's vision was a bit blurry. She stood up, and her heart beat fast as she walked closer to the figure.

As she moved closer, her vision became clear, and she realized it was Ragnar.

Oh my goodness, Ragnar, you startled me. Why are you still awake?

Ragnar was surprised to see Amy awake as well.

Some of us have to work, you know, unlike you.

Enough Ragnar! I have had enough of your insults. I didn't beg to enter this marriage with you, rather you offered, and I agree, so please.

Amy turned and left for the toilet.

A few minutes after she laid back to sleep, Ragnar finally stood up from his study and laid down to sleep.

The ray of morning shone into the room as Ragnar opened the window blinds, chasing Amy to wake up.

Were you just tired, or do you wake up late every morning? Ragnar asked as he zipped his coffee. He was fully dressed for work.

"Good morning Ragnar" 

"Good morning Amy"

Amy's gaze went to the spot where Ragnar was sitting last night, and the table was clear.

I ask a question. Don't pretend like you don't hear.

"Oh! I don't have any reason to wake up early, my boutique has been taken away from me.

And have you decided to give up on life because of that?

"No! Of course not!

Alright, I am leaving for work. I don't wish for you to step out, but if it's necessary to step out, make use of the escort that I have provided for you. 

Amy nodded," Alright, thank you.

Here, there's a credit card. Make use of it if you need anything.

Amy stared at the credit card on the table," Alright… but… aren't we supposed to be on our honeymoon?

Not yet, the honeymoon starts tomorrow.

Regnar said while he walked out of the room.

Amy laid back on the bed to sleep, but she was unable to sleep. She kept rolling on the bed, finally she stood up, freshened up and ordered a fresh meal.

After eating, Amy stood up and began her search.

She was going to search everywhere for a clue, anything that would tell him more about Ragnar.

She moved closer to Ragnar's private closet and discovered it was locked.

Why did he lock his closet?

She stepped back and looked around. She remembered the dressing room, she ran inside and searched but couldn't find anything.

There was no clue about who Ragnar really was.

Could he possibly be the CEO of the Lewtana group of companies? Could Ragnar really be a multi-billionaire of such caliber?

She kept asking various questions till she found a small box beneath Ragnar's pillow.

What is this?

Amy took up the box and made an attempt to open it but discovered it was locked.

What could possibly be in this box? Is this man hiding something? Is he some monster or what?

Amy takes the box and decides to confront Ragnar as soon as he gets back. There has to be some explanation for this secrecy.

Her phone rang and it was Dan.

Amy was surprised to see his call. Why on earth is Dan calling me, she thought before answering the call.

Hello Dan.

Hi, Amy, I hope you are enjoying your marriage to a stranger, he laughed mockingly.

Amy was furious. Dan," what do you want from me?

Common, Amy, you know very well what I want from you, there's an investor that insisted on speaking to you before investing in my business, and I need you to do that for me. 

Amy chucked, "Dan, you don't expect me to speak to an investor on your behalf, do you? Not after everything you did to me, you must be hallucinating to think I will agree to this.

Dan laughed. Of course, you will agree to it, Amy, I'm sure of that, because you wouldn't want your husband to find out about your little secret, would you?

Amy fluttered, she blinked her eyes so fast, she knew very well what Dan was talking about.

Are you threatening me?

Of course not. I am only telling you what I will do if you refuse to agree to my deal.

Tears welled up in Amy's eyes. This wasn't the right time for this. Even if Ragnar would find out the truth about her, it shouldn't be so soon. She only had one option.

OK fine, but just this once, Dan, I am never speaking to an Investor on your behalf again. 

"It's fine.

So when am I meeting this investor? 

I will text you an address where we will meet. There we would have a proper discussion.

Amy hung up and sighed.

Who was threatening you on the phone? Ragnar asked with a stunned voice.

Amy turned quickly and was shocked to see him standing right behind him. She bombarded Ragnar with numerous questions. 

How long have you been standing here?

Did you hear all my conversation? 

"Did you…

Ragnar sensed the distress in her. He interrupted. I asked a simple question.

"Hmm... Did you forget something? You are back early

Ragnar realized she avoided answering the question. He decided not to pester her. It was not his business.

He walked past Amy and went straight to his own side of the bed. I forgot something.

Ragnar took his pillow and searched under.

Amy quickly remembered the box, which must have been what Ragnar was looking for.

She slowly took it out. Are you looking for this?

Ragnar's head spun, as he raised his head and saw Amy holding the box he was looking for.

He immediately became furious.

With rage, he approached Amy and wanted to grab her neck.

Amy quickly avoided his touch, she knew how much pain she would feel if Ragnar should get a hold of her.

She quickly threw the box on the bed and Ragnar rushed to pick it up.

What is so special about the box? Amy shouted at Ragnar.