Chapter 59: Puzzled

She got into her car and called him. Twice he didn’t answer his phone and the third time, he did.

“Hello Chase, we need to talk,” Rosalinda said. Chase said he would reach her when he’s free. Rosalinda said alright, she would be looking forward to receiving his call.

When Chase hung up, he shook his head. He was tired of being with a woman like her. She’s too demanding and wants to make the relationship seem serious.

He is not interested in any serious relationship with any woman. He only wants to enjoy the ride while it lasts. Why should he be thinking of starting something serious with anyone and she in particular.

Any woman who he fucks and doesn’t beg him to let her go or even sob, he would not be pleased. But Rosalinda would drain him of all the strength in him and wear him out.

He would not be contacting her or trying to see her. She could just forget about him. He doesn’t care about her. They’re over after their last adventure.

But Rosalinda was all smiles. She was carrying Chase’s baby. She hopes this is going to bring about a new beginning for them and Chase would go serious with her in their new relationship.

That evening, Genesis got home from work earlier than usual. She was going to meet Richard’s parents that day and needed to spend time taking care of herself.

At 7 pm, she heard the honking of Richard’s car. He came at exactly the me he promised. Genesis kissed her mom’s chin and told her she was going to have dinner with Richard’s parents.

Her Mom could go to bed when she feels like it. She doesn’t need to be worried about her. As she stepped out of the door and Richard sighted her he gasped in surprise.

He couldn’t sit still, but stepped out of the car and mer her midway. He hugged her and kissed her temple “You look gorgeous and I must confess that you took my breath away” he complimented.

“Thank you” Genesis appreciated and looked up at him. For once, she was dazed at Richard’s eyes. It seemed to her that his eyes were similar to someone she knew.

“Shall we?” Richard gestured and Genesis nodded. Richard led the way back to the car and held the door for Genesis to step in.

When he walked over and got in, he pulled Genesis closer and started kissing her. It was sweet and gentle. Richard was not in a hurry to move, he remained with Genesis, his hands caressing her hair.

Genesis pulled away abruptly “I thought Mom and dad would be waiting for us” she said, chuckling. Richard smiled “Sure,” and kept his gaze on her, admiring her.

When Richard drove into the magnificent Mansion where houses Richard and his parents, Genesis turned and glared at Richard “Isn’t this Senator Delmark’s Mansion?” She asked.

“Yes. I’m Richard Delmark, Senator Delmark’s son. Is there a problem?” Richard asked, glancing at her as he headed to the parking lot.

“You didn’t tell me you are…” Genesis was saying when Richard interrupted her “Senator Delmark’s son?” He completed her sentence for her.

Genesis nodded and didn’t say anything else. Richard is from such an influential family. He never mentioned it to her. No wonder he had the guts to hit CEO Jace Hudson and even threatened to resign from the job.

It’s because he is also from the aristocratic family. He is from one of the influential families in Z-City. He hid his identity from her.

“What difference would it have made? You’re in love with me as Richard and not as Senator Delmark’s son” Richard declared.

He held Genesis’ hand and gave it a soft massage. He smiled at her and stepped out. He walked over and held the door for Genesis to step out.

As she stepped out, he kissed her temple. He circled his arms around her waist and walked her into the house. The first person she saw was Jane Delmark, the tall beautiful woman smiled broadly at the sight of her son and Genesis.

“Hello Mom” Richard said and walked towards her, planting a featherlight kiss on her temple. “This is Genesis, my girlfriend,” he introduced.

Jane Delmark opened her arms and Genesis shyly went to her and hugged her. “My love, meet Mom, Jane Delmark” Richard said.

“It’s nice meeting you, Genesis, ” Jane said. She held Genesis as if she’s not going to let her go. “My pleasure ma’am” Genesis chimed.

The three of them went to the dinning when Adrian Delmark arrived. He had gone for a closed door meeting with the members of his cabinet.

His son had told him that he was bringing his girlfriend home and he wanted to meet her. He left immediately and came home. When he arrived, he met his wife and son midway through the dinner and Genesis.

“I’m sorry I came late. The meeting was more crucial than I expected” he apologised. He kissed Jane on her lips and glared at Richard and Genesis.

“I thought you wouldn’t get to meet my girlfriend. Anyways, welcome dad” Richard chimed, slicing a piece of meat and taking it to his mouth.

“I won’t dare” Adrian said, passing a megawatt smile at Genesis. When the latter saw Richard’s dad, his smiles, she was shocked.

It’s impossible. The semblance is there, but was it a coincidence? Richard’s eyes and his dad’s are alike. But Someone else looked more like Adrian Delmark than Richard.

“Hello sir” Genesis said, smiling broadly at the man who seemed to be pleased to have her in the house. Senator Adrian Delmark is more handsome than he appears in pictures.

His tall huge figure and his bearded face makes it easy for anyone to believe that he was really a cute man in his younger days. The first impression that Genesis has about Richard’s parents was commendable.

“Good to have you here, Genesis” Adrian said, taking a seat. The servant dished his meal and he dug into it. It was purely vegetable. Genesis immediately understood that Adrian Delmark is a vegetarian.

When the meal was over, Richard told his parents how he met Genesis through Arianna. She’s Arianna’s best friend and soon, Arianna will come to the house he would bring her to meet them as well.

Richard took Genesis to the garden and made a barbeque grill for them. “Do you have a family in Z-City?” Genesis asked. She wants to probe further, to satisfy her curiosity.

“None that I know of. My uncle is in the US with his family. Aunt is late and had no kids. Her husband left for India and hasn’t been back. Is there a problem?” Richard asked.

“No, just satisfying my curiosity” Genesis replied. She looked at her wristwatch and Richard caught her doing so. He chuckled and said “You want to return home tonight?”

“Yes, it’s getting late already” Genesis answered and nodded. Richard came over and sat next to her and held her close,”I won’t let you go home tonight, you’re spending the night with me. So just call your mom and tell her” he declared and stood up, going back to the grill.

He ordered a few dresses for her. And as it soon got darker into the night, he asked Genesis to come over to his room. Genesis said okay and Richard held her hand.

But rather than follow the front door, Richard took around the house and used another door. This led them to another apartment, with a smaller sitting room.

She stepped in and saw Richard’s pictures all over the place. She was going to ask him if this was his private sitting room when he crossed his arms around her waist and took her upstairs.

His phone rang, it’s from Jace Hudson. “Excuse me, It’s Jace Hudson” he declared and pushed the bedroom door open for Genesis before sliding through another door.