Filed to story: The Disguised Billionaire and His Accidental Wife Novel
“If you want to talk about an ulterior motive, then it would be your house. I get free accommodation and save on rent while still putting my sister at ease.” .
Zachary, “…”
His house was more appealing to her than him as a person.
Zachary had no qualms admitting his non–existent feelings for Serenity.
However, it was a bit much to hear the same thing coming from her mouth.
“I stand by my marriage vows. Wouldn‘t it be better if I stay in the house and drive the car you‘d leave me after the divorce to look for another man? Why should I put myself in a position where I get nothing?”
Zachary, “…”
It took a while before he ate a humble pie and apologized to Serenity. “I‘m sorry, Serenity. I misjudged you.” Zachary did not have a leg to stand on anyway.
His actions warranted an apology.
“Just come to me if you have a problem next time. Don‘t lock me out the door like earlier. I anticipate troubles in your future marriage if you keep up with that. It‘d be worse if your wife had the same personality as yours. The relationship will end in silent treatments before breaking down completely.”
After a brief silence, Zachary reminded her, “I‘m already in a marriage. We don‘t share the same personality.”
Zachary acted petty tonight, unlike Serenity who had been nothing but thoughtful. Serenity replied, “… I‘m talking about your future marriage. Not me.”
It was in Zachary’s plans to divorce six months later.
Still, it was written clearly on the contract that the divorce would only happen if there remained no sparks between them.
Zachary‘s distrustful and stuck–up nature was not the most attractive trait in Serenity‘s books.
Even so, she had to admit that she could count on Zachary because he was attentive and considerate in many other ways. “I don‘t have feelings for anyone.”
“That sounds about right. Maybe you‘ll meet someone if you could get down from your high horse once in a while and stop thinking that everyone‘s out to get you. You struck gold when you married me.” Zachary thought to himself, ‘… Struck gold? More like coal.‘
He had never met such a narcissistic woman in his life.
“Alright now. Now that everything‘s in the clear, you should go to bed.” Although Zachary disliked her tone, he said nothing in the end. He returned to his room and slammed the door.
Serenity murmured under her breath, “I won‘t feel bad even if you break the door. This is your house anyway!”
It was a silent night.
The following morning, Serenity got up and watered the plants on the balcony. Nothing beat the view of mother nature.
Serenity had to say that spending a little bit of time in the mini garden had always put her in a good mood. At least, it cleared her mind and soul of the lingering annoyance she had for Zachary. The mini garden was only made possible by Zachary.
After getting over last night, Serenity went into the kitchen to make breakfast.
It did not take long before Zachary was up as well. He walked to the kitchen door and watched Serenity at work.
His pursed lips quivered. “Morning, Serenity.”
Serenity turned her head around to look at him.“ Morning.”
“Can I help you with anything?”
“I‘m good. You can put the laundry out and sweep the place if you have nothing to do.”
Zachary was taken aback. Well, she was not shy to order him around.
Yet, a word slipped past his lips. “Sure.” He turned on his heel and walked away.
Zachary hung the laundry in the sun before getting his hands dirty with the cleaning.
The house was spotless since there were only both of them occupying such a huge space. Not to mention, they were often away at work. However, Zachary swept every nook and cranny, leaving no corners uncleaned.
By the time Serenity had breakfast ready, Zachary was far from complete.
“What‘s taking you so long?” Serenity muttered before grabbing the broom from Zachary.
Zachary, “…”
Serenity swiftly finished the job in a few minutes.
Opening his mouth, Zachary wanted to get a word out but decided against it.
He stole a few glances at Serenity. After the misunderstanding last night, Serenity was livid and even hit him.
Lucky for him, Serenity did not seem upset anymore and made breakfast for him too.
The girl was not one to be messed with!
Zachary finally got a feel for where Serenity drew the line. It was preferable to solve any issues face-to- face. Otherwise, he should find the right time to cut to the chase. No accusation, no bad blood. She was an easygoing girl.
“You can look at me openly. No need to act like peeping Tom. I know I‘m pretty. I can bag silver at a beauty contest.”
Zachary laughed. “I thought you‘d say you‘ll bring home the crown.”
Serenity brazenly responded, “I should be humble. I shouldn‘t say it out loud even if I have what it takes to be the champion.”
Zachary, “…”
After washing her hands, Serenity beckoned Zachary to have breakfast.
She made egg muffins and sausages.
The couple had a couple of them each. The combination of red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and cheese in the muffin was Serenity‘s favorite.
“I‘ll drive you to the shop later,” Zachary said. Without picking her head up, Serenity refused. “I can get a cab.”
“It‘s not far from here. It won‘t take up much of my time to drive you to the shop and get to the office. I can be flexible with my working hours.”
He called the shots at York Corporation after all.
Zachary was free to come and go at any time. It was not like anyone could and would stop him.
“Alright then. We should leave after breakfast. Traffic is horrible during rush hour.”
“Sure,” Zachary answered.
No matter what, she was his wife. He had the means of transportation and time to take her to work. No way was Zachary going to allow another man to drive his wife to places.
Ring, ring, ring… It was Serenity‘s phone.
Serenity had the habit of putting her phone on the dining table during meals. As the couple was sitting side–by side , Zachary was tall enough to get a good view of her mobile screen even at a seated position. The caller ID was “Pretty Boy Shawn”. Pretty boy!
Zachary had his doubts about Serenity‘s aesthetics. Sure, Shawn was good–looking, but Shawn had nothing on him; he was way more attractive than Shawn.
Zachary wondered what name he was saved as in Serenity‘s list of contacts. The curiosity was eating Zachary up inside. Serenity took Shawn‘s call. “Morning, Serenity.” “That‘s early. What‘s up?”
“Have you had breakfast , Serenity ? I‘ll pick you up for work, and we can have breakfast together. My treat or you can buy me breakfast if you want to.” Shawn‘s voice reflected hopeful anticipation.