13 I am married

The tour around was a long walk for Davis even though he sat on a wheelchair but never for once has he dreamt for such a day because since he returned from the hospital he had never stepped foot into his bedroom; but Jessica's in insistence had left him no option but to silently point to the door of the room he had abhorred for months.

With a creak, the door opened revealing a room decorated in black and white. The curtains and bed linens matched with the colour of the room, giving the space a cold, distant vibe while preserving it purity. At the far end of the room stood a king-size bed with black-and-white bedding. A small bedside table with a lamp sat next to it. On one side of the bedroom is a Walk-in closet adjacent to the washroom for easy access. A low sofa near the floor-to-ceiling window and a glass table in the middle of the room. The space looked clean and neat with everything kept simple and tidy. A simple glance at the room gives one a rough sketch of the personality of the occupant which is currently a stark contrast to the man in the wheelchair.

Jessica took in the little details of the room arrangement and decor which gave her a rough insight in the life of Davis and she was able to draw one inference — he is a meticulous man that loves to keep things simple.

She sighed heavily and slowly wheeled Davis into the center of the room. "Mr. Davis, I think we have to draw the curtain of our tour here. I believe you need rest while I need my beauty sleep." She chimed and turned around to walk away while Davis sighed in relief but his hope was a short-lived one as she paused at the door "I will send in your assistant to help you freshen up". She said leaving him no option of rejection, she waved at him and before he could retort the door clicked shut.

Sitting on the wheelchair he clenched his fist as he forced himself to suppress the rage he felt from this intruder. Things aren't going the way he expected. Desmond had mentioned the girl to be unassuming, simple and obedient but this lady is a total opposite of his expectations. He was hoping that after signing the certificate she will silently move into her room letting him be but it seems that hope is a dashed one.

Like one in a dream land, Davis calmed his breathe and took a deliberate and quiet gaze around the room he had been scared of entering ever since his return. Ethan had really worked hard, he had ensured to keep everything in order. Slowly he wheeled himself to the walk-in closet and pulled it open revealing several closets with different suits design but all in white and black. The drawers housing his tie, wristwatch and other accessories to match each outfit, a bitter smile on his lips as he stared at them lost in thought.

"Sir", Ethan called behind him snapping him out of his daze. Hearing no response from him he continued "Madam said I should help you with your bath before you lie down to rest after a hectic tour", he concluded relief in his voice.

Ethan was surprised when Jessica came downstairs and called him to go Davis room and help him to freshen up. She further gave a long set of instructions about what to take note of. He didn't expect that someone will be able to force Davis into his room let alone to take a bath. He usually cleans himself without a full body bath. At first Ethan was worried but then as time progressed he couldn't change his mind— he let him be.

This lady is full of surprises and might be the perfect match for his stubborn lord. Davis noted the happiness and relief in Ethan's voice making him clench his in anger. "Ethan, you are already taking sides with the Brown's daughter?", He sneered.

Ethan was surprised at his boss comment because he is not in any way supporting Jessica but it's more of him being happy about a change in his life. "Sir, it's not what you think but it will be wrong to address her with her name when she is legal married to you." He answered.

"Legally married when I am thinking she is invading my life", Davis scoffed. Ethan felt amused at this complaint while he gently wheeled him to the bathroom.

In the bathroom, Ethan quickly prepared a hot bath for him according to the instructions Jessica gave to him adding a mix of several essential oils — lavender, eucalyptus and peppermint. Gently he helped him into the bathtub letting him soak for a while and he returned to his bedroom to prepare his clothes and his meal.

Ethan wheeled him back to the bedroom where he had his meal before laying down. Davis since his waking up always had difficulty with sleeping which had contributed to his prolonged use of his study. He was expecting the same incident that has always plagued his night but then he slept off immediately laid down.

Ethan returned to check on him but found him sleeping peacefully, for the first time in weeks his brow relaxed and expression peaceful. Ethan sighed, today is a good harvest and a good start for the future. "I just hope Miss Brown wouldn't be working for Desmond", he muttered.

Jessica returned to her room which is just a simple bedroom not as rich as the master bedroom but cozy and comfortable enough with its view of the vast green lush of the lawn behind the building captivating. She drew the curtains open and a wave of fresh air filled the room carrying the sweet fragrance of blooming flowers from the garden.

Stretching out her hand, she breathed in the air greedily filling her lungs, the day had been quiet exhausting but it was worth with. Step one of her journey had been accomplished, the journey wouldn't be an easy one, so many things needs to be put in place.

Pulling out her phone, she dialed the familiar number "What are your findings?", she asked coldly, her voice devoid of any emotion.

Richard on the other noticed the change in her tone and gulped nervously. Quickly he gave a brief summary of his findings. "Desmond, had been pressuring elder Allen to handover Davis inheritance share which was left for him by the father", he replied.

"And the company?" She asked.

"There are still reshuffling to ensure all the important sectors has their own people", he said. Jessica smiled, she had expected as much but never expected Desmond to move fast. Anyway she had no option but beat him at his own game.

"Send in our people to work for him and ensure to buy over as much as his people as you can without blowing up your cover". She instructed concisely.

"What's up with you, why are getting yourself sucked into the Allen's family vortex? That family is a mess, you know that? He queried.

Richard knew Jessica must up to something that she is even asking him to keep an eye on the Allen family and he always felt it isn't simple.

Jessica felt headache coming on but if Richard didn't get an answer he will continue to ask. Gripping the phone with more force then expected "I am married". She drawled.