Chapter 2 2

02

It's late and Regulus and Vien are currently eating. All they could hear was the sound of cutlery. Vien wasn't surprised why the things inside the house were ready. There are foods in the refrigerator and the surroundings and inside the house are clean.

plants can also be seen planted around the house. It is large and spacious inside and has many rooms. That is no longer surprising. Vien sipped and looked at Regulus who was serious about eating. He is already wearing pajamas unlike him who is still wearing a white t-shirt and pants.

he seemed to notice that Vien was looking at his behavior so he looked up. His thick eyebrows met as if wondering.

"What? Don't stare at me. Just focus on your food," he said gruffly. Vien snorted for a moment then spoke.

"S-Thank you, by the way. I'm also sorry if I don't know how to cook homemade food yet. I'm just used to having my food delivered." Vien bowed shyly after saying that. Regulus was the one who cooked their dinner. Vien would have been the one to cook because he told Regulus that he didn't know how. because he only knows simple dishes. Aside from cooking rice, he can only cook fried eggs, hotdogs and noddles.

"Just for now. Next time, you'll be the one to cook. You should know how to cook, Vien. You're not a princess when I'm in a puder. always remember that," he answered gruffly and drank water before standing up.

He was hurt a little because of what he said even though it was true. Vien went to see her husband. It was looking at him. "S-Alright, I'll study," Vien gave Regulus a forced smile. Regulus's jaw dropped and he gave Vien an evil look.

"You'll be the one to wash these dishes. Maybe that won't-" Vien cut him off.

"I know how to wash dishes. Besides, a little-"

"Good. After you wash that, go to the master's bedroom. We will talk," Regulus said and turned his back on him. He walked out of the kitchen and left Vien. Vien took another deep breath and blew it out.

He looked around. The house lights are on. the surroundings are beautiful but also sad. He looked at the long dining room and took what they were eating. He repaired it and carefully carried it to the sink.

While he was washing. Suddenly, what happened earlier came to his mind. he was arranging his things when Regulus spoke.

"All the rooms here are fine, so just choose where you want to sleep. I'll sleep in my mother's bedroom," he remembered his wife saying. From what he just said, he knew that he really didn't want to be by her side.

"Your lover is calling you," he was brought back to reality when he heard that voice coming from behind him. Vien faced Regulus with wide eyes. His face was serious as he held his cellphone with the screen facing him. he saw Lantsov's name flashed there.

How did he get my cellphone?!

"Regulus, he is not my lover. He is just my-" this cut off what Vien was about to say. "I don't care. Will you take your cellphone or will I destroy it?" it asked him.

Vien swallowed. "A-Ah, can you please answer first? Please say that he will be later-" what he was about to say was cut off again because he suddenly turned around with his cell phone. He walked up the stairs. Vien was suddenly nervous.

He might destroy it.

He just hurried to wash the dishes. when it was over, he immediately wiped his wet hand and turned off the light then he followed her. He didn't know which room it was but he thought his wife was in the master's bedroom.

When he saw that, he knocked before entering. he caught her talking on her cell phone.

"Yes, baby. Take care. I will. I love you too. Yeah, yeah. Okay, good night. Sweet dreams," he heard Regulus say. The joy can also be traced in the man's voice. Vien's chest suddenly tightened just because of that. maybe, that's his girlfriend. He's so sweet to her.

He is envious.

Vien smiled bitterly. The corners of his eyes were getting hot but he quickly brushed them away before the tears started to flow. The call ended and Regulus hung up his cellphone. he faced his behavior but his face was not surprised but his forehead just frowned. "Why are you here?" he asked her.

"R-Regulus, my cellphone.." Vien stammered. He felt hot water run down his cheek. Fuck! Regulus frowned even more and approached Vien's behavior. His heart beat faster because of that. "R-Regulus.. the-"

It stopped walking and went to the nightstand. He took something from there and approached him again. He handed Vien his cell phone. "He's your friend? but, he's not good for you so stay away from him or else I'll destroy his life," he said seriously.

Vien swallowed before she took her cellphone and turned away from the man. He walked out and down the stairs. He didn't even bother to close the master's bedroom door.

he is hurt again. It's just a simple thing, she cries. He can't control his emotions. He can easily cry even if the reason is small. He grew up in a rich family. He gets what he wants. He is followed. she is considered a princess even though she is old. But now that he is in his wife's custody, no more.

02 CONT.

When he reached the bottom of the stairs. he sat on the edge of the nun and there he poured out all his feelings since they left their parents' house. He even covered his mouth to stop the sobs that wanted to escape from his mouth.

The surroundings were too calm to be disturbed by her sobbing.

he opened his cellphone and immediately went straight to the contacts. She wants to call the two persons she's comfortable with. He searched for their name. He put Lantsov first but he couldn't see his name.

his heart beat faster and he suddenly remembered what Regulus had done.

Did he delete Lantsov's number?

He didn't put a password on it so it was easy to access the apps. Vien cried even more. He still doesn't know his friend's new number. what if I want to ask him for help?

He looked for Kat's name but before he could see it, a loud voice spoke from behind him.

"You didn't change, Vien. You are still the girl I knew back then. You're still sending your emotions," Vien looked behind him. Regulus folded his arms while looking at him.

He stood up from his seat and quickly wiped away his tears. "We're at the top. Shall we talk some more," he tried not to stutter as he spoke. he passed it and walked uphill first.

Vien knew that the man was just following behind him. He faced the man for a moment. "I'll just go to your room after I clean my body," said Vien. He silently walked into his room and closed it.

when he finished, he left his room and entered the master's bedroom. He caught Regulus leaning against the headboard of the bed while he was busy on his cellphone. Vien stared at Regulus for a few seconds until Regulus himself looked up.

The man looked at her seriously from head to toe before looking back at his cell phone again. Vien sighed before walking closer to the bed and sitting next to her.

He took the comb from the white robe he was wearing before gently combing his hair. he swallowed before looking at Regulus. The man was watching her. "What are we going to talk about?" Vien asked.

"About the set-up of this force marriage," answered Regulus. It's not as grumpy as it used to be. He stood up and left the bed. He sat on the single sofa that was on the side of the wardrobe and facing the bed.

Vien was a little relieved. His heart was beating fast because of nervousness. He combed his hair while he waited for the man to speak.

"We're legally married but we're not going to share the bed. I feel like, I'm cheating with Elioza when I do that. I hope you understand me, Vien." Regulus said seriously.

Vien didn't say a word. He only nodded his answer even though he felt a pain in his heart. she just listens to the man. He knew why he said those things.

"You also need to learn to cook, not just me. You are still my wife. You're not a princess while you are with me. Understood?" Vien nodded again.

"I will not hire even one helper so you must learn. I will also allow you to go out with your friends but, know your limits. You are free to do everything you want to do but also remember your limitations. We will live under the same roof but we're not going to get married.I can't even consider you my friend anymore because it feels weird for me." Regulus mumbled before crossing his arms.

"And lastly, do all the wife duties.. except," he stopped speaking for a moment. "- in bed," added Regulus while looking directly into Vien's eyes.