Chapter 5 First Treat

Shower? She never thought of it, but now he mentioned it she just realised there was no privacy except the bathroom. It solves the problem of changing in front of him.

"Yes" she said nodding, she walked to where she placed her suitcase, brought out a change of clothing and dashed into the bathroom.

It wasn't as spacious as the one back home but it was fine. Besides, Lucas had promised they'll be moving out soon.

She finished bathing and was just a step into the room when she saw Lucas shirtless. She froze for a moment, allowing her eyes to run through his bare body,His abdomen was well- lined...

"Like what you see?"

Flustered, she looked up to see him watching her. She stepped back quickly and closed the door.

Why was she so nervous around him? She has to stop being mortified around him.

When she finally got the courage to come out, he was sitting on the sofa. " I've left half the closet bare for you, unpack your things".

She nodded. " Thank you" she quickly unpacked her things. She had a little bit of privacy when he went into the bathroom.

He came out shortly "it's been a long day, it's time to sleep". She nodded.

"We can share the bed, it's big enough for two".

She walked towards the sofa.

"We're married, you should share the bed with me or do you want me to share the sofa with you?" He had to try to make her sleep on the bed.

She scoffed. "We're just married on paper, remember?"

"You're still my wife," was she scared he'd try something funny? He would never try to touch her.

"I'd take the sofa besides we're strangers, I don't share the bed with strangers." That being said, she laid down on the side.She doesn't want to even imagine herself on the same bed with him.

Seeing how determined she was, he didn't push any further.

Lucas woke up the next day to mouth watering aroma registered in his brain. At first, he thought he was dreaming, then he opened his eyes and checked the kitchen. Amelia!

She was moving behind the counter, flipping something on a pan stove. Rubbing his eyes, he sat up and stretched his long legs. She really was making breakfast.

She turned, with a pan in her hands, and caught him staring at her. She smiled at him.

"Morning, breakfast is ready"

"You made breakfast for me"

"Yes, you can go ahead without me. I want to return my wedding dress". She removed her apron and picked up a white dress and another pack.

"Your family couldn't buy you a new one".

"It's a waste of money to buy an expensive dress for just one day. I'd see you later" she said leaving the house.

Her last statement stunned him.As soon as she closed the door behind her, he tried wrapping the entire thing around his head. Everything about her seems to catch him by surprise. He hadn't expected to wake up to breakfast prepared by his pretend wife.

He went to the dining table and appraised the bowls of steaming food. When was the last time he had home-made food? He couldn't remember.

Her last statement stunned him, who was she? He ate his breakfast and left the house. He had to find answers soon.

****

Amelia just got to the shop and handed over her dress and shoes to the shop attendant.

" Is everything okay?" She asked.

"The shoe is not in good shape, you have to pay for damages". The attendant said.

"Why would I pay for damages? I just used it yesterday. How much is the damage?"

"seven hundred bucks, ma"

"I might as well buy a few good shoes with that"

" This is a limited edition, the shoe costs a lot. Why get married when you don't have money?". Amelia's jaw dropped, eyes widening in disbelief.

"We'll take it" someone said to the surprise of Amelia and the shop attendant.

"Who are you?" The shop attendant asked. She looked at the intruder in dirty jeans.

"I'm her husband, we'll take the other shoe". He stood behind Amelia and gave her a peck at the back of her head before standing beside her.

The shop attendant looked at who spoke again and then at the shoe he pointed. "How much is it?".

"Three thousand grands. It's a limited edition*.

Amelia turned to face him, when she heard the price, "we can't afford it". She whispered.

"This is my first gift to you, we'll take the shoe". The shop attendant smiled "Okay sir" and she sounded polite.

Amelia wasn't bothered by the new behavior of the attendant,her concern was the money Lucas was going to throw away just to get her a pair of shoes. "Thank you," she said. He smiled.

When they got outside, he held her hand as they walked towards the parked car " I have a surprise for you". She reluctantly followed him, still wondering how he could afford the shoe.

"We've arrived, sir". The driver said as they got to their destination. Lucas stretched out his hand and she reluctantly put her hand in his.

"Welcome Sir". A man greeted them when they entered the restaurant. She looked at the restaurant, he knew the meaning of the look.

"It's just my little treat". He said with a smile. He just wanted to make her happy, but now he felt he was going to make her question everything she has seen. Maybe he has to slow things down.

"Good evening ". A cute waiter greeted them. Amelia lifted her head and smiled back at him. He smiled back, he had the cutest smile ever!

"Why don't you take her order?" Lucas asked and the waiter nodded his head, before pulling out his notepad and pen.

He turned to Amelia, "What can I get you?".

"Can I have pasta and meatballs?" she said while her eyes scanned the menu.He nodded his head before writing it down. It wasn't expensive.

"Just serve me, whatever she orders". Lucas said. He realised she had chosen the least expensive food on the menu.

He looked at her, expecting her to say something. He knew she was definitely going to say something about it.

"Here's your pasta with meatballs". The cute waiter came back and she gave him a cute smile.

"And your... food sir". He said that's when Amelia noticed Lucas's expression. He sent a deadly glare at the waiter which made the poor guy shake in fear.

"Can I get you anything else?" He asked and they both responded with a no. Matt smiled at her as he left them to enjoy their meal.

Lucas just looked away, she was flirting with another man in front of him, how shameless?

They sat there and ate in silence while Lucas focused his eyes on his phone.

After eating, he paid the bills and she said goodbye to the waiter before they went back home.

Outside, he pulled her to himself. "You had so much fun flirting with the waiter" This statement left her stunned.