Chapter 48 48
Vanessa's Pov
I flipped through pictures and videos I took at the biggest beach in Canada with my cousin, Cathy. I swear that girl knows all the enjoyment and grooving spot in Canada. It was really fun.
Ever since that FaceTime happened, they teased me a lot, even Joseph. I know he was just trying to scare him off and showing him that I have a brother that doesn't smile and all that shit big brothers do. Anyway, I had fun time with him too. We went to watch underground fighting together. Cathy refused to come saying she had better things to do with her life than spending it watch unhappy people beat the shit outta themselves.
Well, there were other fun things we did that I can't remember but yeah, it was fun to be 18 again. I know Rebecca would've loved this.
I can't believe work is going to start again. All the holidays are over and it's time to make cool cash. Meanwhile, I inspected my building at Canada. By next month we should start recruiting new workers for that company. It's gonna be fun!
I quickly put my phone inside my purse when I felt the plane land. I checked my wristwatch and damn! I could just go to work today and see what's going on because it's still early.
"Miss Vanessa?" A man with cap asked me
"Mateo?" I gave the guy a scrutinizing look
"That's me. He indeed said you'll recognize me" He chuckled
"Where's he?" I laughed, handing my box to his outstretched hand
"In the car" He said, leading me to the car
Richard jumped out immediately I got close to the car.
"Damn, you are glowing baby" He pecked my lips
"Hey, you" I chuckled
"After 3 years! It's so good to see you" He opened the door for me
"3 years my ass" I laughed, entering inside
"I was about to match down to Canada" He closed the door once he was inside the car. "To my penthouse" he said to Mateo
"I need to go to work" I teased him
"Stop fucking with me." He rolled his eyes
"I'm serious"
"I refuse to believe that shit" He shook his head.
"You better believe it. Mateo please I'd like to go to my place" I said softly
"He won't listen to you. Please let's not argue about this babe. You're tired and you just need a good rest" He pecked my temple
"Too bad we didn't fight about this" I pouted playfully
"I decided to be the bigger person" He laughed, pulling me into his body. "Did you buy me anything?"
"Yes yes! It's a casual shirt I thought would look good on you." I smiled up at him
"Did you really buy it for me or you?" He laughed
"Well, it's for you but it'll enter me anyway so it's for me too" I laughed
"I just knew it!" He chuckled
"No work today?"
"I cancelled. I told them I needed to entertain my woman" He said
"It's a lie!"
"I don't lie baby. You can ask Matthew. He was there when I said it to the other board members on phone" He said
"That must've sounded sexy!" I smiled
"You know what else sounds sexy?" He whispered
"Their angry groans?"
"Pfft. Your moans baby" He winked at me
"Dirty pig!" I slapped his chest, laughing hard
"You love me" He teased
"You wish!" I allowed him pull me into his body again.
I miss him so much
But I can't let him know that
"I can't wait to be cuddled up with you on bed today" He said cheerfully, pulling me out of the car once Mateo parked properly. "Bring the bags inside, Mateo" He instructed
"Easyyyy" I laughed when he began to move too fast, making me skip instead of walk
"Time is not on our side, missy" He nodded at the guards before pulling me into the house.
"But we still have the whole day to ourselves." I rolled my eyes playfully
"Yeah whatever!" He picked me up; bridal style. "Today is all about you. You will not do anything today. I need to get you ready and pumped for resumption of back to back work and wedding preparation" He opened his room door and walked towards the bed and dropped me gently
"Ouuu I like the sound of that already" I giggled when he kissed my neck
"Fuck I missed you" He said, sniffing my whole body, making me laugh out loud
"Stop that!" I said, shaking rigorously with heartfelt laughter.
"Sorry..." He raised his face up but then smirked. "I can't!" He continued sniffing me
"Stop please. It's ticklish!" I laughed, tapping his back
"Okay okay fine." He said, falling flat on my body.
"Jesus Christ! I'm gonna die, Richard" I grunted.
"But I'm not weighty" He pouted
"Like hell you aren't!" I scoffed sarcastically, tapping his butt
"Get your hands off my ass! That shit is gay-ish!" He slapped my hands off his ass, rolling down to my side
"Well, that did the trick still" I smiled.
"Chef Tina will be here soon. I heard she's good so I hired her to cook for us today" He informed me.
"I can hear shuffling in the Kitchen. I think she's here already." I said
"I'll be back. Change into something comfortable and free." He pecked my hair before jumping out of the bed. "Avoid my shirts!"
"Wear your shirts? Okay!"
"That's not - Anyway, arguing won't stop you from wearing it so I give up" He shut the door.
I couldn't help but smile at his cuteness. I'm beginning to fall for this guy. I know he's not perfect but damn he's trying so so much and he's been doing so great with this relationship stage even though it's not been openly established yet.
I quickly change into one of his shirt and one of my short I usually keep here alongside other clothes. I pack my hair up into a messy bun and clean off the lip stick I had on. That was the only thing I applied this morning when I was returning. I didn't have time for anything make up. I wear my baby perfume and admired myself.
"Did I add weight?" I asked Richard. Yeah, I saw his reflection through the mirror
"How did you see me? Oh! The mirror!" He chuckled, wrapping his arms around my waist
"I asked a question babe" I whined
"You sure did but I'm not complaining because I love it. Don't beat yourself up, it's only a little weight and I'm sure by the time you resume, you'll burn it out" He kissed my shoulder
"Why so cheesy?" I smiled
"You only get to see this part." He wiggled his eyebrow at me through the window.
"I'm happy I'm the only one who gets to see this part" I leaned into his body more
"Come here" He laid down on the bed and beckoned on me to come
"What's happening" I looked at him, confused
"I just want to touch my girlfriend, is that bad?" He frowned playfully, raising my legs and keeping it round his waist, while I rested my chest and head on his body.
"We're giving title now?" I laughed
"You are my woman. That means, we're in some sort of relationship. I mean, I'd kill any man that comes close to you. Call me, Jealous or territorial" He smacked my ass
"You're lucky I'm not so big on formal proposals" I said
Which is true. However I'll need a formal proposal for marriage.
"So, you're my girlfriend yeah?" He smirked
"I don't think so yet." I teased
"Come on! My family already knows we're dating. I'm sure yours would think so once we're seen together on Jason's wedding day" He said
"I'm going to correct them and tell them we're working on it" I said, trying not to laugh
"No you won't. Do you want me to ask you the question? I thought you said you're not big on proposal!" He groaned
"Hmm!" I just said
"What do you mean by that!" He raised my chin up. "Are you now my girlfriend?"
"Hmm"
"Is that a yes or no, Vanessa Willow" He groaned
"Hmm"
"Stop doing that! Will you be my ride or die?" He smirked
"Definitely ride. I ain't dying for you" I laughed.
"You're spoilt" He laughed, shaking his head
"It's your fault I'm spoilt, boyfriend" I smiled
"That's a fucking yes?" He grinned. "Don't answer! It's a fucking yes." He kissed my lips
"Get out" I laughed
"Don't worry, I owe you one last proposal. Th
e final one before I make you mother of my kids and Queen of all my properties" He said
"Oh please" I rolled my eyes, blushing hard
"I'm burning from your red cheek" He laughed
Idiot!