Chapter 6 6

The calmness and emptiness of the dinning table welcomed me. I took a look at my watch and back up at the dining room.

Did I perhaps walk into the wrong house or am I dreaming?

It's already thirty five minutes past seven and Nix was nowhere to be found, which was new,Carmela on the other hand was nowhere to be found, it seems she didn't take my words seriously.

"Good morning Uncle Adam" I greeted the butler with a smile as the aroma of dishes filled my lungs

"Good morning young master, how was your night rest?"

"It was okay. I just hope that my morning will be better. Where is Nix? Did he leave already?" I began counting my chickens before they could hatch

"No, young master still hasn't stepped out of his room" my smile suddenly disappeared from my face

Well who was I kidding? Nix Dean has never allowed me have a peaceful morning,it's either he nags me about my plans after my final year or just finds a way to annoy me.

Gone are the days when he would go on long business trips or come for breakfast without altering a word

"Do you want to wait for the young master or have breakfast?"

"I'll have breakfast without him,I have an important class this morning" I took my seat just to find my dearest brother walking down the stairs with that straight face of his that sends fear down the spine of everyone but still makes girls fall for him.

Can't believe our parents gave him all the charm and left me with nothing. Speaking of charm,I'm reminded of my last two girlfriends who dumped me because of my brother who didn't know of their existence.

Like seriously what do they even see in him?

"If you're done staring at me then eat your food properly" he took his seat while the made served him is place. I look up to find him taking a bite from his plate and I couldn't help but roll my eyes.

As I was about to take another bite from my plate, Carmela suddenly walked into the dinning room looking as if she just encountered a tornado while I maid rushed in from behind here

"Good morning master" the maid greeted Nix with a sight bow before tapping on Carmela who was already dozing off while standing.

"Oh...i'm sorry I'm late" she bowed slightly with her eyes still closed before taking her seat and I could find my brother's keen eyes on her.

It was the first time he was hearing her voice so I at least expected him to be surprised but that wasn't the case or maybe I'm just too bad at reading his facial expression. Well I doubt I'll ever be seeing Nix's surprised face even in a thousand years.

Still with her eyes closed, Carmela picked up her spoon but suddenly let go of it making a loud cling which startled her making me chuckle while her maid slammed her eyes shut in embarrassment.

"If you're still sleepy then don't force yourself to come out for breakfast,you can ask the chef to make you something when you're hungry" Nix spoke up surprisingly to me while Carmela nodded although I doubt she heard what he is saying.

"You can go back to your room but get prepared before noon I'll send someone to pick you up..help her back" he signalled her maid who hurriedly helped Carmela up and led her back to her room.

I suddenly felt jealous of the special treatment she was receiving, I've never been asked to skip breakfast if I want to nor given the floor room no matter how much I plead

But here Carmela is getting everything on a platter of gold. Her room was suddenly changed from the second floor to the ground floor overnight for reasons personally known to my dearest brother.

"The old man spoke of the family gathering again" I let of a sigh listening to him. Why doesn't grandpa just stop bothering himself by inviting us to the family gathering?

"I don't feel like going" I scoffed and he nodded

"Same here,but that's not what I wanted to talk about. Since you're a major in fine art,how about owing the biggest art gallery in the city" his question sounded unrealistic but knowing his persona it wasn't impossible. But at the moment, the biggest art gallery in the city belongs to one of our uncles and from our relationship with them for the past few years I doubt he'll be willing to let me run it.

"Is that even possible? I mean the biggest art gallery belongs to the fourth uncle.."

"Really? Does it?" He said with a smirk and I could suddenly feel fireworks lighting up in my head

"What do I have to do?" I smiled, dropping my cutleries since we were now on the same page.

"What you are good at. A little bird told me that the third uncle's son would be meeting with the mayor's daughter tonight seeing you've got my looks and a little bit of my brains swaying her wouldn't be difficult.

I've sent a hundred million to you.." my phone suddenly beeped and I pick it up to find an alert message "..You better use it well,also there is a new car parked outside,here are the keys.." he tossed them to me and I couldn't stop the smile on my face

"Make use of what I've given to you wisely and give me good results then the art gallery would be yours" He stood to his feets,but Nix never does things without having a reason making me wonder.

"What's in for you?" I questioned

"The states project "

"But that's going to fourth uncle's company" I raised an eyebrow

"Only time would tell,I've placed a little gift in your car, you'll know what to do when you see it" he winked and I could suddenly feel butterflies in my stomach

Did I ever tell you all how much I love my elder brother? Not only is he good looking but also has good brains to accompany them... Although some times..or most of the times he acts too rigid.

Our so-called uncles have always been a pain in ass from day one so I see no reason for them to have a peaceful life as well.

I heard a knock for the third time but felt too lazy to answer. I sluggishly made my way to open the door and found a Juliet with a huge box standing at the door

"When did you lock the door? I clearly remembered it opened when I left" I placed my hand over my mouth as I yawned trying to remember when exactly I locked the door

"Eitherways, Mr Dean said this should be handed to you and to remind you that he will be sending someone in the next thirty minutes to pick you up" I nodded in understanding and collected the box from her while she headed towards the wardrobe to pick out an outfit

I placed the box beside me as I stretched both my hands and legs trying to shake away the sleepy feeling. I already had breakfast but still wasn't prepared because I still felt sleepy unlike me.

Before sleeping for four hours was more than enough but now I can't seem to get enough of my sleep. I picked up the box wondering what I was sent and found a huge tablet and a pen with a little note in it.

"You should use this instead of the notebook to communicate,it would be more convenient" I read and a smile subconsciously appeared on my face as his act of kindness reminded me of my grandma.

"How about these?" I look towards Juliet direction and she was holding a gown on each hand "which of them do you desire to wear?" She raised an eyebrow and I thoughtful pointed to the black gown on the left. Not sparing a second she tossed the second gown aside and brought the chosen on closer to me.

"I won't be accompanying you I hope you would be able to cope?" I nodded in response to her question before heading to change. The fact that our friendship has only been few hours but still we've been able to understand one another is something that actually amazed me because I've never had friends nor plan on having one until I met her.

Although Juliet is older,I sometimes can't overlook the childish trait in her despite her age and maybe that's is why we actually click although we know nothing of one another background.

Nix Dean on the other hand doesn't seem to be the monster his brother description printed but that doesn't change the fact that his actions towards me feels suspicious.

People never do a thing without expecting another thing in return and he clearly said he doesn't like wasting money then why actually accept me from my uncle as a commodity?

I stepped back in to the room already changed and Juliet suddenly rushed to my side handing me my bag and helping me wear my sandals

"The person Mr Dean sent has arrived, we can't keep him waiting" she rise to her feet taking a final look at me before presenting me with a wild smile and pulling me towards the door

"Take care" she waved still maintaining her smile while I made my way towards the door.

"Miss Carmela" I heard my name as I approached the too and found a man in a fined tailored blue suit standing at the door,his hair neatly done with a calm and pleasant aura,he had a smile on his face that could melt the heart of anyone and I so much felt like passing out at the moment

"I was sent by Mr Dean to pick you up,you can refer to me as Ken" he said interrupting my thoughts and for some reason I felt dumbstruck

"There's no need to panic I'm his PA so you are safe"

I nodded trying to take note of the fact that even a PA could look like a CEO

"I'm prepared,we can leave now" I wore on the tablet before passing it to him to have him nod in affirmation

"Alright I'll lead the way".

He walked ahead of me leading the way to the car that was parked right outside the door but made a sudden halt. He turned to me with an expression that showed he wanted to say something but couldn't,it was as if he was fighting his inner being.

"I don't know if I'm in the right position to say this,or if this is the right time to say this but I'll advise you that no matter what never let go of Nix" he said with an anxious look

"You might not understand what I mean now but with time I'm sure you will, running away will only expose you to more danger so I advise you to stick to him."

"Why are you telling me this?" I questioned raising the tablet.

"Because I feel you might be compared to run away knowing how short tempered and harsh Nix can be,and I'm not telling you this as his PA but as his friend.He has a lot of enemies which may try using you as his weakness to hunt him down even though they is nothing between the both of you,but he is still not going to leave you in their care because he is quite possessive of everything he claims ownership of.

So make sure you keep your fighting spirit alive," he said with a smile curving his hand into a ball

Is being weak a sin? And how exactly are his enemies going to find out about me when I plan on keeping a low profile?

Well no,that shouldn't be the question Carmela. I scolded my self.

The real question should be what kind of business is Mr Dean involved in?.