ASHLEY POV
I woke up to the sunlight. Ugh, why did I even agree to this? This cold man's temper is unbearable.
After showering, I changed into my uniform. When I went downstairs, I saw him cooking. Seriously? He can cook? And wow, it smelled amazing. My stomach rumbled.
I cautiously sat down. He finished cooking and placed the food on the table, looking at me.
"What?" I said.
"Eat it," he replied. If this isn't good, I'm throwing it at him.
"Where's my milk?" I asked. He poured me a glass, and wow, it was delicious.
"How is it?" he asked.
"Not bad," I said, setting down the glass. He tasted his own cooking and smirked at me.
"Seriously?" he said. I just shrugged.
"Hmm...passable," I said, and he smiled. I secretly smiled back.
After we ate, we left. I got into the backseatâhe locked the front.
"I'm not your driver," he said coldly. I scowled before getting in. The ride was silent until we arrived.
When we got out, he put his hand on my waist, surprising me. I tried to remove it. His hand was firm.
"Stay still," he said. Many people greeted him, whispering amongst themselves, but I didn't care.
As we exited the elevator, he still hadn't let go. I saw a woman approaching in the distance. An idea sparked.
"If you don't let go, I'll scream," I threatened. He reluctantly released me. I pretended to be shy, my head down and behind him, but I smirked.
"Oh, there you are. Looks like things went well, huh?" the woman sneered. I put Zandro's hand on my waist, my other hand possessively on his chest.
"Well, you're right. My night was fantastic. When I woke up, someone kissed me and said 'good morning, wife,' and cooked breakfast just for me. So, yeah, it was a great morning and night. Bye bye, Mrs. Clown," I said, and we walked past her. I could see her anger. Once inside Zandro's office, I immediately leaned against him.
"So, where's my desk?" I asked.
"Just wait there. You said you were bored at the mansion, so here you are," he said. I frowned, but it wasn't so bad. I'll enjoy my lazy life.
"Okay, thank you, Mr. Cold Man," I said, lying down on the sofa. It's become my bed. I fell asleep.
ZANDRO POV
I laughed at her. She's so unpredictable. She seems so innocent, but she's incredibly bold. I even thought of my two younger 'twin' sisters, Hyss.
I told her to sit and wait, but she just frowned. Eventually, she agreed, and now she's asleep.
I saw her sleeping. Even asleep, she's beautiful. But the truth is, I pressured her father to force this marriage.
From the moment I saw her at the party, I fell for her. I wouldn't let her go.
Tired, I sat beside her and hugged her from behind. I laughed because she slept like a log. Before I knew it, I fell asleep too.
I woke up to something touching my lips. I thought it was a dream, but then I opened my eyes and saw Ashley smiling, hugging me.
ASHLEY POV
I woke up to something heavy on my stomachâZandro's arm.
I was about to push him away when the door opened, and I saw Tyronia, her brother, and his men. So, I hugged Zandro tighter and kissed him. Second kiss, Cold Man, but he was still my first.
He woke up, but I just smiled. He seemed flustered.
"What are you two doing?" Tyronia yelled. I forgot they were here. I sat up slightly, stroking Zandro's head.
"Ah, nothing. What do you think? It's normal for married couples, am I right, hubby?" I said to Zandro, who was enjoying being cuddled against me.
"Yeah," he mumbled. Don't be so cold, Cold Man.
"Ah, can you please get out? You're ruining the moment," I said. I signaled July to get them out, and they obeyed. Once they left, I was about to push Zandro away when he said,
"You smell good, wife."Â I blushed.
"You always say that. Finish your work. You're cuddling me without permission. What if you rape me?" I said, and he laughed.
"I have a right, since we're married. And don't forget, you still owe me," he said, and I looked at him, confused.
TO BE CONTINUED