Chapter 8
Aff rolled over to the other side of the bed when the morning sunshine started to enter the room. Almost every part of her body is sore and more sleep might be a good idea. Aum slowly opened the bedroom, carrying a tray of food. Aff slowly opened her sleepy eyes when the smell started wafting inside the room. Her stomach started to churn, making her hungry so she slowly lifted her head up. The moment she lifted her head, she saw Aum carrying a tray of food. Aff lips curved into a smile. Aum looked so darn cute holding the tray and smiling sheepishly at her and at the same time, he looked so sexy with only a pair of boxer shorts and an apron on.
"Breakfast in bed!" He announced while showing Aff the tray that he was holding. Aff sat up and Aum placed the tray on the bed, in front of her. Aff didn't even notice that she was wearing Aum's shirt. Aff took the spoon and plunged it in the porridge. She scooped a little first and tasted it.
"Is it good?" Aum asked nervously. It's been years since he last cooked and he was also quite a poor one.
"Hmmm… It's delicious." Aff complimented his cooking. Aum smiled when he heard her.
"Eat everything up. I'll just take a shower." He told her and made his way towards the bathroom. Aff smiled to herself while having her breakfast. Aum, by far, was the sweetest man that she ever came across. She knew that the moment she will gave birth, it will be the end for both of them. Aff is trying so hard not to fall for him but the more she sees him and the more she feels his warmth and kindness, it will be very difficult for her to control her feelings.
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At 6:00 in the morning, Ann was already up, trying to call Aum. She tried calling his cell phone but she can't reach him. After almost 20 tries, Ann gave up and tried calling his office. His secretary told him he hadn't arrived yet. Ann really gave up in calling her husband and sat again on her bed. From the window, she could see the Eifel Tower, standing very proud at the very heart of Paris.
"Still trying to call P'Aum?" Rita asked. Her voice sounded sleepy. Ann turned her direction towards her sister and nodded.
"My goodness, sis! P'Aum is a good boy! I'm sure he won't do anything outrageous while you're away…" Rita reassured and Ann smiled at her. Aum is indeed a good husband but that was before. He has changed a lot now. Aum is probably having lunch with his mistress right now , Ann thought and sighed. When she heard her sister sigh, Rita climbed to Ann's bed and sat beside her. She then wrapped her loving arms around her shoulders.
"P'Aum will call you later. I'm sure about that. Just remember, that P'Aum is a good husband. He's not like Dad." Rita told her sister so she won't be worried again. Hopefully, Aum would call her later.
"P'Ann, what time will you meet Mr. Theeradeth?" Rita asked her. Ann immediately remembered that she'll meet their business partner in an hour! She hurriedly pulled herself from Rita and went straight to the bathroom.
"After your meeting, we'll go shopping and man hunting, okay?" Rita shouted at her.
"Anything you want!" Ann replied and both girls giggled.
After taking a bath and getting fully dressed, Ann went to the hotel lobby to wait for her Mr. Theeradeth. One of the receptionists approached her and told her something.
"Good morning, Mademoiselle." She greeted her. A strong French accent was noticeable as she spoke in English to Ann. Ann smiled and greeted her a good morning too.
"Mr. Theeradeth has sent a car to pick you up. It's waiting outside." She said and smiled. Ann stood up and followed her. Ann noticed the car right away. It was the same limousine that picked them up last night. The chauffeur was waiting and gladly opened the door for Ann. She sat on the car and chauffer closed the door for her again.
After almost an hour of driving, they were now out of the city and it seems like they will be heading to the countryside. Ann thought that the chauffeur would take her to her business partner's office but instead, he's taking her to his chateau. The wonderful view of mountains made Ann smiled. Finally, the car came to full halt. The chauffeur once again opened the door for her and Ann came down. The structure before her was absolutely the most beautiful mansion she had ever seen in her entire life! It looks like a castle with a modern touch.
Ken Theeradeth was inside, waiting for Ann to arrive. It was the perfect opportunity for him to get to know Ann even more. What others didn't know is that, Ken is secretly admiring Ann. Both of them had already met when they were very young and since then, Ken couldn't stop thinking about her. Ann didn't know that Ken Theeradeth asked her father to marry him but Mr. Thongprasom refused. Ann's father never told him why he didn't want his daughter to marry him.
"Khun Ken, Khun Ann has arrived." His Thai butler announced. Ken, who was reading a book, lifted his head up and smiled.
"Let her in." Ken softly said. In a couple of minutes, his butler was back with Ann trailing behind him.
"Take a seat, Miss Thongprasom." Ken told her. Ann shyly smiled and sat down. She was looking intently at Ken. He looks very familiar, Ann thought.
"Anything wrong, Mademoiselle?"
"Nothing's wrong. It seems that you look so familiar to me. Excuse me, but have we met before?" Ann asked him quizzically. Ken gave out a dorky laugh. After hearing his one of a kind laugh, Ann finally remembered.
"Oh my! Ken?" Ann asked excitedly. Years had passed since she last saw her childhood friend. Without hesitation, she threw her arms around him and hugged him so tight.
This was supposed to be a business meeting but it turned out to be a little reunion for both of them. They had breakfast together and had long chat together. As they were talking, Ann didn't even mention to Ken that she was already married. She totally forgot Aum!
Since the weather was beautiful, Ken took Ann to his vast vineyard. Both of them were strolling along Ken's large estate, walking side by side.
"Beautiful estate you have here." Ann said, breaking the silence between them.
"My dad bought this long ago, before I was born. It was his gift to my mom." Ken said and smiled while looking at his friend. You are indeed beautiful, Ann, he thought to himself.
"Your mom is so lucky. Your dad loves her so much." Ann whispered sadly to herself. Thoughts about Aum is slowly coming back to her again. Ken was looking at her intently. From the looks of her face, she wasn't happy, as if she has many problems back in Thailand. Without even thinking twice, Ken wrapped his arms around Ann's waist, pulling her very close to him. Surprisingly, Ann didn't protest instead, she's enjoying Ken's warmth. She felt she was loved and protected, all thanks to Ken. Ann lifted her head up and she was surprised when Ken's lips caught hers. Ann was trying hard to push him away but he was too strong for her. Since it was no use to push him away, Ann just let Ken kiss her. Besides, his lips were so warm and soft and very inviting… His velvety lips made Ann's guard down. Ann was already cooperating with him and kissing him back. Ann opened her mouth for him and their tongues met and danced together. Their kiss was getting passionate and hotter by the minute. After the long lustful kiss, Ann slowly pushed Ken away. She even tried pulling away from him but Ken grabbed her by the waist again.
"I can give you more if you ask me to…" Ken whispered sexily to Ann's ear. Ann didn't know what to say. Her body wanted more but her mind is stopping her to do something she'll definitely regret in the future. It was indeed a battle between her mind and body.
"I-I…" Ann was speaking nervously and can't find the exact words to say.
---TBC---