Chapter 148

My alarm went off at 5 o'clock, and I let out a huge groan. I couldn't believe it was morning already.

I sat upright with my hair looking messy. I blinked away the remaining sleep from my eyes while I rolled out of bed and into the bathroom.

  

I turned on the shower and had a long, hot bath so that I could feel warm and gather enough energy. I cleaned up and wrapped a fluffy robe on my body before walking to Wave’s room.

“Good morning, baby; arise and shine. It's a Monday morning,” I said, and a wave stirred. “Common, you have to get up. You don't want to be late for school,” I spoke.

Wave turned around and blinked his eyes open. Good morning, mummy!” he greeted.

“Did you sleep well, my love?” I asked as we both walked into the bathroom. “Yes, mummy. I saw Nicklaus in my sleep again,” he spoke.

My heart skipped a beat, but I managed to brush it off. “It's just a dream,” I said and placed him in the bath.

After having his bath, I dressed him up when I walked to the kitchen to prepare breakfast. Ziey was already making breakfast. “Good morning, Zoey. I was already rushing to come for breakfast,” 

“Not when your alarm woke me up. Thanks to that. Now go get dressed. You don't want to be late for work,” she said.

I walked to my room and dressed in a brown tailored straight skirt, which revealed my curves, and a brown crisp shirt.

We all had breakfast before leaving the house. I dropped Wave off and kissed him goodbye. “Be a good boy and pay attention in class,” I said.

“Yes, mummy. See you later in the day. I love you,” he said and ran into his school. “Careful,” I shouted.

I took a bus to the hotel. My Stine walked up to me immediately and said, “Good morning, Mr. Stone.” I greeted

“He Elena. It's a bra week, and I don't want you to mess things off. Mr Nicklaus had been expecting you. He is not in his suit right now, and this is the perfect time for you to go make his breakfast before he returns. You have everything you need there,” he said.

I nodded my head, “Right away, sir.” I spoke, feeling relieved that I didn't have to see Nicklaus's face.

I took the keys and walked into the suit. I hurried to the kitchen to prepare breakfast when I remembered that I had grabbed an apron with me.

“Fuck, and I have to rush this meal so Nicklaus wouldn't catch up with me,” I said and began cooking.

When I was done with breakfast, I served the meal and was about to juice some fresh oranges when the juice poured on my shirt.

“Damn it. What do I do now?” I muttered silently to myself as I reached for the napkin. I dried it up, but it still showed signs.

I looked around, thinking of what to do. I sneaked into one of the bathrooms to wash up. I pulled my shirt. I washed the stains off my shirt when the bathroom door opened.

I quickly turned around to see Nicklaus sweating as he pulled his vest. He was standing bare, and our eyes locked.

“Ah!” I screamed and quickly closed my eyes.

Immediately, the front door was open. “Mr. Nicklaus, is everything okay?” The voice came from outside. It was Nelly’s voice. “Should I come in?”

My eyes widened in shock, and I didn't know what to do. Nicklaus quickly pulled me.

“Nicklaus,” Nelly called, her voice getting louder as she walked closer to the bathroom.

 “Don't say a word,” he spoke, and he leaned in close to me to open the door. His body touched mine, and I felt a spark inside of me.

“I am alright, Nelly; I just need to have my bath,” he shouted.

“Do you need me?” she asked

“please. I need my privacy,” he said.

“Okay, call me if you need me. I will be at my father's office. She said and walked out.

That's when Nicklaus pulled away and I exhaled. “She’s gone. You have nothing to worry about. By the way, what are you doing here?” He asked and looked away, not wanting his eyes to fall on her body.

“Uh, I had to clean my shirt. It got stained.” I spoke, but I can leave. I spoke and walked out when Nicklaus stood in front of me.

“You can't go out with that stained shirt. You should wear mine,” he said and reached for his closet.

He handed the shirt to me, but I refused to take it from him. “Look, Elena. Now is not the time to be stubborn. You should have it,” he said.

After so much thought, I spoke up, “Fine.” I said and collected the shirt from him. And put it on, but his eyes were still on me.

“Do you mind? I need my privacy,” I said.

“Fine,”

“Learn to mind your business,” I said and buttoned up.

“I have served your breakfast. Let me know if you need anything,” I said and walked past the sitting room when my eyes landed on my bag.

“Oh no,” my eyes widened, and I turned to Nicklaus. “Nelly must have seen my bag on the table. She knew we were alone in the bathroom.” 

“Calm down. Who cares. Besides, nothing happened, and it's none of her business,”

“But this isn't good for my reputation here at work.”

 “Shhh, you don't have to worry about that.” 

Our eyes locked, and he slowly leaned in closer to me.

“Elena, I love you; I want you back,” I slowly removed my hands from his grip.

I was so nervous, and I didn't know what to say, “Urm, I will be at the restaurant. Call me if you need me,” I said and walked away.