Chapter-25

Chapter-25

Cherish's POV:

I said to him folding my arms around my chest, "Today.... I want to go out......."

Riccardo was wearing a leather jacket, He is dressing bit different today. He looks like fire, Any one will dive in him willingly.

Why he is so worked up to look good?

He always look good, but today he looks easy going, cool, and hot.

He asked me where I was going, I don't know actually. So, I came up with silliest answer I can browse in my mind. I am really lost.

Maybe I will meet cousin Bruce, does he has time for me?

Or does he thinks same as Isaac that I am a burden? Ignoring my parents call is not helping my self-conscious mine.

Riccardo said, "Where?"

I narrowed my eyes a little, He said wearing his watch, "Lets go.... I think I should relax with you...."

I looked at him annoyed, I tried to walk pass him, He grabbed my hand turning me to him, Riccardo said, "You said you will give me a chance...... Betrayal doesn't suit a business women like you...."

I looked at him out of words, I looked down asking, "You.... You will not get bored?.... I mean.... You like being busy....."

He chuckled in response.

1 hour later,

Riccardo asked, "So you have no plans......"

I think he gets it.

I just let him take me where he please, Now I ended up in a beautiful resort. I was just looking around area of this villa in this huge resort.

It's hour away from the main city, but I never heard about it at all. I would have visit it often.

Riccardo was holding my hand the entire time. He said, "This is living area.... there is garden that way,..." He said pointing there, "A pool if you like swimming.... and the location is nice.... You want to freshen up, before we have lunch...."

I was observing the place, it's in every way perfect, it feels like I am in some kind of fantasy world.

I heard Riccardo, "Cherish...." I pulled my gaze to him, I asked, "It's a private property right.... not some resort for public...."

He smirked, he said, "Smart..... My Mother owns it... Not anyone can book it or stay here....." I assumed something like that, there is no way, this place is dead quite.

And I have never heard about this place.

I whispered looking around, "She doesn't like me..... that makes me want to stay here...."

I heard Riccardo, "My mother is not a bad person... She will understand, anyways I will always stand in between you and danger....."

I was internally relaxed by his assurance, I have lived a life of fantasy, I always took decisions for myself. But everything crashed down till today.

I feel like a stranger to my family..... My love is no longer mine....

But the only decision I have been robbed was about this marriage, and He says he will protect me. At least he considers my view.

I want to see, what will this lead to?

The only decision I never got to do, will it bring me peace?

I felt his arms around me, he always touch me without hesitation. But he refused me when I was allowing him, he doesn't want to be a replacement, he said.

This means something to him, he said that.

Is he true to his words?

Riccardo said fixing my hairs, "What you want to do wife?.... My days are only yours for a week..... anything you want.... I got a chance, I am not wasting a second to prove you, You belong to be mine...."

I subconsciously rested my head on his shoulder, I asked, "You are confident.... what if, I change my mind?.... or you fail...."

His hands tangled with me more, this so comforting but appealing at the same time. What is he doing to my mind?

Riccardo whispered, "I can only fail you when I die..... that's a promise...."

I placed his lips on my cheeks, He tried to direct it to my lips. I pushed him a little. I whispered, "You.... have to win it.... Like you were suppose to....."

His eyes showed a weird kind of satisfaction, what is he thinking. He pulled his hand off me stepping back, he showed me his hands putting them in air.

Riccardo said, "As you say, Wife"

Riccardo's POV:

I kept my eyes on her, she was sitting by the pool dipping her feet in it. She looks off, I can tell that. Whatever that confrontation with Wade did to her, is not right.

But Isn't it for better, I don't think I can be patient with that guy being around her. It's better if his narrow mind pushes him away from Cherish.

She looks lost, unaware, That I am looking at her. I know the fight with her family also messed her mind.

Things are not so smooth for my wife.

Maybe change of space can ease her mind, and make some space for me in her heart.

I got a call, I answered it without hesitation, I said, "Fred.... I told you I won't be there for work.... stop disturbing me..."

Fred said to me, "You escaped when you heard about your father's arrival.... now he is killing my peace here.... what is wrong with you?.... Get back.."

I knew Dad was coming for some work stuff, I also knew he won't miss a chance to push Cherish away from me. I can't give her one more reason to hate me.

She can only meet Dad when he will accept my wife.

Her safety is important, and also her happy state of mind is my need.

I like to see her smiling and carefree, her immature behavior is my favorite like she has no worry of the world.

I like that kind of innocence.

I saw her removing her shirt, I was stunned by the view and her actions. She seemed to unaware I am looking at her, I can't blame her I am on the balcony.

She jumped into the pool after a quick stretch, I smirked seeing her swimming skills. She looks hot though. I can sell the world to be in her arms.

I noticed her sitting back by the pool as she pulled herself of the water, her wet hairs, dripping water made me think.... is it fair to be this attractive.

She looks innocent but so appealing at the same time.

I pulled myself off there, getting rid of the burning desire igniting in me. This is not fair, her being breath taking and me being tied by distance is not fair.

How long will I hide behind this control?

I am losing it.

Author's POV:

I asked, "Dad..... How is she?"

Dad seemed unbothered by my questions, I am already regretting coming here asking about her Well being. While I know, she doesn't care about anyone but herself. Anyways, Riccardo Valentine seemed to be caring for Cherish.

But I was harsh... this guilt is killing me.

I know Dad is angry on me, I spoke too much in anger.

I noticed Mom coming down, She said, "You are here, Isaac where is Sofia?"

I said, "She is busy... Have you heard anything from Cherish?"

Mom said to me taunting, "I thought after kicking your sister from here, you won't care....."

I said, "You all just know to pamper her for no reason...."

Dad said, "You think you are right then why bother ask.... and yes.... Cherish has not spoken a single word from that day to us...."

Mom sighed she said, "I know you care, Isaac.... But no girl would understand being labeled as a 'Burden' from her own family.... You shouldn't have made her feel that way...."

I know.... But something must me bone.

Now, her being around Riccardo is the best.

She needs to be around him all the time, I don't think she is safe yet.

I heard Dad, "Cherish is daughter of this family.... the only girl .... you think she a burden for us...."

I know....

I am well aware....

But for that daughter to be loved, she need to be alive. I know the problem is almost solved, Riccardo ruined every trace of them. But I know one or other day by her behavior or our enemies she will go to that faith.

Riccardo Valentine can shield her against anything.

Anyways, it's time for her to grow up.

Life isn't fair for anyone, so, why should Cherish get everything she thinks is right for her?

I said to sad bitter, "Maybe she is well aware, that's why she pulls new stunt every damn time..."

Cherish's POV:

I sighed, I whined holding my stomach, "I can't walk anymore.... this is no walk.... it's suicide..."

Riccardo turned to me fixing his hair with his hand, he said, "You seemed tired.... We need to keep your heath in check..... we are out for a small walk, Wife..."

I sat on the ground not caring if it's dirty or not, I whispered, "Bullsh*t!... My feet hurt, Riccardo, you are doing that on purpose..."

He suggested to go on a walk in the evening, is he sane. And what kind of walk is that long?

I can't anymore, I am breathing heavily.

Riccardo sat down to my level, his hand went to fix my face smiling, He said, "Did this really troubled you?"

I looked down, his touch makes me feel something. When he asks me questions this softly it makes my heart trickle?

This is not good.

I whispered, "We should have taken a smaller walk... from next time"

Riccardo said, "Let me help you with that, wife..."

I looked at him trying to figure out his mind.

few minutes later, He was carrying me on his back. This embarrassing, when I agreed to this.

I can feel is back, I am sure he can feel my chest too, and the way he is securing my legs around his waist. This is so weird, I have never done this.

Riccardo pointed, "There.... at that place there is a rose garden..... You might like them, what to go over tomorrow?"

I whispered resting my check on his back, "Sure.... and what about the white building..."

Riccardo said, "That's the villa reserved for my parents....They rarely come here together because most of time this place is occupied by business related things.... anything else..."

We spent the entire walk just asking silly things to him, and he seemed no problem in answering them.

I rested in the bed, pulling the comforter on my body. I am so tried today. I saw Riccardo walking in the bath room, Yea... he must be exhausted he carried me the entire way back.

But..... it did felt great to be pampered like this. I know, I have been loved all my life, but.... his patience and gentle words makes me wonder what is his aim at last.

Really does he really only wants me as Wife, that's his only motive behind everything.

I smiled unknowingly, as if it pleased me.

Riccardo walked back shirtless. His got in the bed without hesitation, I don't stop him anymore, and he seemed to be lot more comfortable.

Ricardo switched off the lights, but the moon light still made the room enough bright so I can see him.

I whispered, "Are you tired?"

He hummed in response, Riccardo whispered, "I am not actually....."

He faced me pulling himself closer to in the bed. He whispered, "You like it here?...."

I whispered, "It's nice and quite...." His hand went to fix the messy hair strands around my face, Riccardo said, "You need rest don't you?"

I asked, "Riccardo.... can I ask you something?"

He chuckled giving me permission. I wasn't asking for it, but I have to phrase it this way.

I asked, "You like me?"

Riccardo's face got serious, I asked, "You like me ? or was it because of the Marrige?"

Riccardo smiled looking down, he said, "I love you.... it gets that simple...."

I sat up in shock hearing him, This doesn't make sense. He got up seeing my reaction, his confidence spoke louder than words.

Riccardo kept looking at me, I asked, "How.... why?.... I mean... it's so.. so sudden... and..."

I felt myself too stunned, Riccardo said, "I don't know.... I just love you, I care about you too much.... I can do anything to see a glance at you.... I can kill anyone to keep you safe..... I can die for you... Wife, that's my answer...."

I don't understand, I felt his hand on my cheeks he said, "Don't think too much..."

I grabbed his hand pulling it away from my face, I asked, "I... I can't answer you..."

His finger stopped my words, He said, "I don't want answer yet.... I don't care if that day comes or not.... I just want to keep loving you...."

I felt his gaze on my lips, he pulled me closer to him. He asked whispering, "Can I?" I knew he asked for a kiss, his hand was gently holding mine.

I heard him again, "Can I, Wife?"

If he keeps asking, I nod lightly. He moved forward placing a small kiss on my lips, I closed my eyes clutching on his shirt.

It won't hurt to give him a chance? A real one?