Sofie's POV"Is there something on my face?" Roman's voice caught me off guard, and yanked me out of my shameless daydream.I hadn't even realized that I was shamelessly ogling him.What the fuck was wrong with me?Crimson colored my cheeks in embarrassment as I shook my head, and looked away from him, "N-No." I felt his amused stare beside me as a chuckle exited his lips, "Okay, then. I will take your word for it."He muttered.I groaned inwardly as I scuffled further away from him, almost molding myself into the door.Our arrangement hadn't even started, and here I was about to blow our cover.I could only hope I didn't get too carried away by my lewd thoughts, so I wouldn't ruin everything for Roman.He'd definitely never forgive me if I did.Sofie, you just have to zip your damn mouth shut and only talk when he asks you to, okay? I inwardly admonished myself as I climbed out of the car moments later."We will be back in about thirty minutes," Roman said to Nathan who nodded curtly
Roman's POVI nodded at Nathan as he flung the car door open before getting in, and relaxing against the car seat.Afterwards, I retrieved my iPad from my briefcase, and ran through my schedule for the day again even though I had been briefed on it by Nathan.I sighed as various unbridled thoughts assailed my head.What the hell had I done? Was I even in the right state of mind?I had picked up a random stranger from the club, fucked her and as if that wasn't enough, I had paid her to help me lie to my grandmother.I scoffed inwardly, shaking my head at my absolute idiocy.Well, it couldn't be helped now. I just had to hope I hadn't mistakenly taken a serial killer into my house to pose as my fiancée.Almost immediately after the thoughts flew out of my mind, guilt enveloped me.I thought back to Sofie.The vulnerable Sofie who I met at the bar. She didn't seem dangerous that night. If she was, she would have probably brutalized the pervert that was bugging her even before I got there
Sofie’s POVI giggled to myself as I read through some memes on the internet while trying to free my mind from the thought of Roman and I sharing a bed tonight.It wasn't supposed to be a big deal because we had both seen each other's nakedness the night before, and we had also fucked like rabbits in heat.So, why was the thought making me restless?I didn't even know how I was supposed to act around Roman now."It's just sleeping together on the same bed, Sofie. Nothing else could possibly happen between the both of you. It'll be fine. Put your mind at rest." I chanted like a mantra to myself as I dropped my phone on the bed and got out of bed.Roman had even included it in the contract that we were only going to be affectionate when it was needed, and I knew he'd definitely not go back on his words and before I knew it, the hundred days would be over and we'd be out of each other's lives. I reassured myself with a satisfied nod as I paced around the room.Then, there was a knock on
Roman’s POV"Mio nipote, how are you doing today?" Nana asked from the other end of the phone, to which I just shrugged even though she couldn't see me."Good. How are you, ma?" "I'm good too. No, even good is an understatement. I am elated, delighted, excited and slightly nervous too." Nana chattered excitedly which made a smile curve my lips."Today is D-Day, Romano. Hope you haven't forgotten about it?""Of course not, ma. What do you take me for?" I huffed."I'm sorry, darling. You know you've deceived this old woman so much that she doesn't even know when you are telling the truth. Remember some years back when you told me you were dating one lady, Lana or what was her name? Correct me." She said."Yes, Lana. You got it right. Well, things didn't work out between the both of us. I'm sorry, ma.""It's fine. There's no need to apologize. You haven't done anything wrong. You have to choose someone who you are sure you want to spend the rest of your life with and vice versa. But I k
Sofie’s POVI walked into the bustling restaurant with quick, confident strides even though anxiety simmered within me. I clutched my handbag tightly as I reached the backroom, and came face to face with the door to my boss' office.“Sofie?” I heard someone call just as I was about to knock on the door. I tilted my neck sideways, and smiled when I saw who it was. “Brian.” I said as he walked up to me, returning my smile with a wide grin. Brian Goshen was also a worker at the restaurant. He was the coworker who I was closest to. “Sofie. Where did you run off to? I've been trying to call you for three good days, yet your line is always busy. What happened to you? Where did you suddenly sprout out from?” He asked as he held my hand. I grimaced before reciting the carefully-rehearsed lie I had prepared yesterday. “Actually, I had an emergency. A family emergency. My parents forced me to go and the place had no reception, so I couldn't take anyone's call nor could I place calls to peo
Roman’s POV"Welcome home, young master." Antonio greeted as I handed him my briefcase."Thanks. Where is Sofie? Is she ready yet?" I asked, glancing down at my wristwatch."Yes, sir. The stylists just left not quite long ago, sir.""Okay." I nodded before sprinting up the stairs.I rubbed my palms together when I reached the door, feeling a weird sort of excitement sizzle within me.It wasn't as if I was excited to see what outfit Sofie was wearing though. I just wanted to get the meeting done, and over with.Yes. That was it.I pushed the door open while inwardly hoping I didn't catch Sofie in an awkward situation.My jaw dropped like literally dropped on seeing the ang-I mean, Sofie.I looked her up and down, lust mixed with fascination settling inside me.The stylists had done a great job and for a moment, I thought of calling Nana to cancel the meeting.I just wanted to bend Sofie over the dresser, and turn her into a whimpering mess.What did she think she was doing dressed up s
Sofie's POVI walked closely behind Roman, almost gluing myself to him as we walked into the ginormous expanse of his grandmother's mansion.If I had thought Roman's house to be magnificent, then this mansion was by far grandiose.Even grandiose couldn't describe the medieval-themed mansion, it was opulently breathtaking."You are welcome home, young master." A formally dressed middle-aged man greeted us as we crossed the threshold.Roman handed his coat to the man, "Thanks. Where's grandma?" "She's in her bedroom, sir." He replied.The man who later introduced himself as Daniel made to ease my coat off my body and I just held up a hand and shook my head in calm negation."You are not feeling hot?" Roman's voice rang into my ears as he drew back a dining chair for me to sit.I perched on the chair, "Yes. I'm fine like this." I said, to which he nodded before he scanned the room, and brushed my forehead with a kiss which made Daniel, and the maids setting the table look away, to give
Roman's POV"Romano, you are not saying anything." Nana said, and I broke the stunned gaze Sofie and I were currently sharing.I was so astounded by the sudden discussion about marriage that I didn't even know what to say, but I knew I had to utter a word to at least counter Nana's marriage plans before the situation escalated."I-err," I looked from Sofie to Nana, "Sofie and I are not in a hurry to get married, Nana. I hope you can understand, ma. We want to learn each other's differences, and what not before getting married an-""How many years have the both of you been together? When did you start dating?""Two years. We started dating two years ago.""It's been almost a year." Sofie and I blurted out at the same time which made Nana frown, and caused Sofie to dart a frightened stare at me.Fuck. I quickly salvaged the situation by placing a hand over Sofie's, "What Sofie means is that we met two years ago but we officially started dating about a year ago." I smoothly lied."Oh. V