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After having dinner, the couple cleared the table together without uttering a word to each other.

“The cleaners weren't informed about my arrival, they should be here tomorrow morning,” Derek said as the placed the dishes in the sink.

“I'll wash them then. We can't leave these things here till morning. They'll smell,” Gemma muttered and instantly turned on the tap.

“I’ll help out,” Derek picked up the sponge.

“You can rinse them and place them in the rack. I'll wash.” He left no room for arguement.

The duo stood washing the plates in silence and soon they were done.

“Never knew billionaires wash dishes,” Gemma couldn't stop herself from uttering.

“There are a lot of things you don't know,” the other party smiled.

“I'll go shower, you can come if you want to…We're married, you know,” Derek gazed at Gemma, maintaining a serious expression.

“What?” The young lady was stunned.

“Don't forget to breathe, Gemma, I'm just joking,” Derek laughed his way into the room, leaving Gemma standing a