Chapter 4 4

I went back inside. They were already there in the living room talking, I sat next to mommy. Ulysses was staring at me and suddenly he raised his eyebrows at me, his tendency to be naughty, but still super handsome, very excited Keps I'm super macho who is still super hot.

"So, daughter, you can live there in Ulysses' condo, you're totally going to get married" Aunt Faye said excitedly.

"Honey, let's not force Cassy," Uncle Gray said

"Its okay Grey, just so Cassy can get used to it" daddy interjected, obviously wanting to throw me out of the house

I was really surprised, I think the honeymoon is too early. actually I've been a lot a relationship but I'm still a virgin of course until I'm really just a mom.

"It's okay for you Ulysses?" daddy asked

"That's a good idea, uncle, so that Cassy can learn housewife chores," he said.

I think he really wants to make me his assistant, he just has to try.

"We are excited to have a Grandchild," mommy said happily.

"Okay bro Caden, we go now..and hija Cassy, Ulysses will pick you up tomorrow" said uncle Gray

Aunt Faye kissed mommy and me, Ulysses approached me and suddenly said...

"Be ready tomorrow" he said with a smile

They left Ulysses, God I'm nervous tomorrow.

"Dad, I'm being evicted first, your other parents marry first before you and mommy live in, you let me live in right away".

"That's the end of it and then you're getting married in just a month and I hope it's okay and don't embarrass me Cassy and don't come in because you're moving to the province where you're supposed to live in Ulysses' hacienda" said daddy

"Daddy, you're really great, it's like you're not my son,"

"Baby, this is for you, we just don't want to leave you alone one day, not forever, your daddy and I are here, son, you're already turning 23, you haven't achieved anything in your life," mommy said sadly

I just sighed. I said goodbye to rest and tomorrow I have to talk to my friends. I couldn't get Ulysses out of my mind, until I was completely swallowed by sleep. The next day I texted my friends early to meet me at Jollibee. I said goodbye to mommy to meet my friends for a while and she said I have to come back around 12 then because Ulysses will pick me up.

"Omg! Really!?" Kelly said in surprise, we were so full while eating breakfast

"Yeah, they will marry me to dad's business partner and later he will pick me up to live in His house".

"Who's the lucky guy?" Bea asked laughingly.

"Ulysses Gray Herrer" I replied smiling.

"Really!!!!" the four of them said at the same time.

"How?" Gosh, girl your so Lucky! said Ann

"Actually I'm just surprised that Ulysses' dad is your daddy's friend and business partner"

"Ui, shota, you're going to tear it up, it's big for sure and long" Jane giggled.

The four of them laughed, well let's see.. it was more than eleven o'clock when we finished talking and we said goodbye to each other because they still had school. I went with Ann and she took me home. when I arrived at home, I sneaked into my room and saw that my things were already arranged in the suitcase. mommy was really angry as if she also wanted me to leave the house. while I was arranging other things, mommy suddenly came in.

"Baby, Ulysses is already downstairs, he just arrived." mommy promised with a smile

"It's okay" I answered sadly, somehow I'm sad because I can't see mommy and daddy every day, our house is a bit far from Ulysses' condo

"Don't worry baby, I'll visit there, okay? I'll just let the maid get your things"

Mommy and I went downstairs, I saw Ulysses sitting in the living room and mommy and I were looking at me, two helpers took my things and put them in Ulysses' car.

"Alright aunty, we're leaving," said Ulysses.

Mommy kissed me on the forehead. I followed Ulysses, he opened the front door, during the trip we didn't say anything, I didn't even get to say goodbye to daddy because he was there at the company.

"I'll take you to the condo then I'll go back to the company, don't leave without letting me know and you're not allowed to invite guests to my condo except our parents, do you understand?" he said with emphasis.

As we arrived at the condo, I couldn't help but feel a surge of nervousness. The thought of living with Ulysses, someone I barely knew beyond our family connection, was daunting. But there was no turning back now. Ulysses showed me around the spacious condo, pointing out where everything was and reiterating his rules. His demeanor was serious, which made me wonder if he was always this stern.

Once alone in the living room, I tried to make myself comfortable. The silence was deafening, and I longed for the familiarity of home. Ulysses seemed engrossed in his phone, probably catching up on work. I debated whether to strike up a conversation or just retreat to my room.

After what felt like an eternity, Ulysses finally looked up from his phone. "Hungry?" he asked abruptly, catching me off guard.

I nodded, grateful for the interruption. We ended up ordering takeout and eating in silence. The atmosphere was awkward, with neither of us knowing what to say. It dawned on me that this arrangement was going to take some getting used to.

As the evening wore on, I retreated to my room, feeling a mixture of homesickness and uncertainty about the future. Tomorrow would be my first full day in this new chapter of my life, and I had no idea what to expect. But for now, all I could do was try to get some rest and brace myself for whatever lay ahead.

"I'll take you to the condo then I'll go back to the company, don't leave without letting me know and you're not allowed to invite guests to my condo except our parents, do you understand?" he said.

I raised an eyebrow at him, it was really thick. He now wore a business suit that fit him better.

"Up your eyes Cassy, when I come tonight, you will see it too"

"What do you mean" I muttered

"You will know later, do you have a boyfriend? break up with him now.."

"I do not have a boyfriend "

"Good, what is your course?

"Nursing" I answered frowning

"The duration of your course..is that almost 10 years?"

"You're great, huh," I answered sarcastically

Our flight took about one and a half hours and we also arrived at his condo, he lives on the 12th floor. Ulysses had sent my things to the guard.

"Okay, fix your things here in the other cabinet, there are foods in the fridge, just eat there or cook.."

"Where can I sleep?"

"Let's go" he said

"It can be in the other room,"

"The things are there, I'll eat dinner here, you cook"

"I do not know how to cook"

"So what's the use of you being my wife? In bed?"

"It's possible," I answered lazily

"Haisttttt, I'll cook when I arrive, maybe you don't know how to wash your panties yet, put your things in order, I'm leaving, don't let in people you don't know, lock the door"

"Okay"......

He raised his eyebrows looking at me.

"It's okay, even if you don't know anything about the house, as long as you can provide for my needs," Ulysses said with a smile that suddenly made me blush.

"You're really rude" I said annoyed

"Alright, I'm leaving," he suddenly kissed me on the lips to my surprise, I didn't react until he left, I could still feel his soft lips...I jumped..it was so good..

As Ulysses left the condo, I stood there in a daze, his unexpected kiss lingering on my lips. Despite his brash demeanor, there was an undeniable allure about him that I couldn't quite shake off. I shook my head, trying to clear my thoughts, and focused on unpacking my belongings. As I tidied up, I couldn't help but mull over his cryptic comments about seeing something in my eyes later that evening.

With a sigh, I decided to explore the condo a bit. The spacious living room offered a stunning view of the city skyline, and I couldn't help but appreciate the luxury of Ulysses's lifestyle. However, the thought of being trapped in this unfamiliar environment with a man I barely knew made me uneasy.

As the evening approached, I found myself growing more anxious about Ulysses's return. What did he mean by saying I would understand later? And why was he so insistent on me not having guests, except for our parents? The unanswered questions swirled in my mind, leaving me feeling unsettled.

When Ulysses finally returned, he seemed preoccupied, yet there was a softness in his eyes that contradicted his earlier brusque behavior. As he busied himself in the kitchen, I couldn't help but steal glances at him, trying to decipher the enigma that was Ulysses.

As we sat down to dinner, a sense of awkwardness hung in the air. Despite our shared intimacy earlier, we were still two strangers thrust into an unconventional arrangement. Yet, beneath the surface tension, there was a flicker of curiosity and perhaps even a hint of something more between us.

As the night wore on, I found myself grappling with conflicting emotions. While part of me was wary of Ulysses's intentions and the unconventional circumstances of our marriage, another part couldn't deny the undeniable chemistry that simmered between us. And as I lay in bed, the memory of his kiss still lingering on my lips, I couldn't help but wonder what the future held for us.

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