Billionaire's Bride

Chapter4

My friend good you're here I was about to ask Jessica to go and inform you that I was leaving. He said, as he slowly disengaged himself from Jessica who was looking down shyly. Really! He replied looking surprised. It's okay, we are glad to have you in our house tonight. Thanks for the surprise visit. He said smiling and moving close to his friend who was already standing in the doorway. The pleasure is all mine he responded and bade father and daughter goodnight.

Billionaire Frank drove home, happily reminiscing on his surprise visit to the Johnsons. He never thought he could get such a warm reception from Jessica for the first time been that he wasn't a young man. The thought of her beauty made his heart beat for joy. He never knew she was that beautiful and intelligent.

Jessica, thank you for the warm reception you gave my friend Billionaire Frank. I had thought you would find it difficult to engage him in a conversation but I was wrong. Meeting both of you hugging with smiles on your faces can only mean that, you both enjoyed each other's company. Mr Anthony told her quietly. Daddy, you don't need to thank me, he was our guest and besides you have always taught me to be kind and friendly to our guests, he's your friend and business associate. Jessica said smiling. You're right my daughter. You remind me so much about your late mother, she was kind just like you, accommodating, respectful, and full of life. I miss her so much. He said pensively. It's all right Daddy I also miss my mother, I wish she was here to see how big and intelligent I have grown even as I will be getting married soon. However, we can't bring her back to life. We can only remember her in our hearts always. She said soberly.

They both stayed up a bit in the living room watching television. Moments later, Mr Anthony decided to call it a day as he announced to his daughter he was going upstairs to retire for the day. His mobile phone rang, he made efforts to pick it up and wondered who was calling him by that time of the day.

Hi, thanks for a wonderful and memorable evening. I'm glad I dropped by your house. Your daughter is beautiful and friendly. Billionaire Frank remarked happily. I'm glad you had a nice evening at our place. We are honored to have you tonight. He replied smiling at his daughter who was still in the living room with him. Goodnight and my regards to Jessica. Goodnight he replied.

Mr Anthony retired to his room as soon as the call ended. Jessica switched off the television and the lights as she retired to her room too. As she lay on the bed, the thought of billionaire Frank’s visit occupied her mind. She could feel herself smiling at herself as she thought about how cute and friendly he was against her assumptions. Could she be falling in love at first sight? She wondered. She wished and desired to see him soon.

Jessica woke up in the morning feeling happy as she went about her morning chores. She quickly fixed breakfast before her father got ready for work. But, unfortunately, he was not going to have breakfast with her because according to him he needed to be in the office early to meet a potential client of his business. Jessica helped him pack the breakfast in a warmer and put it in his car. Thanks, sweetie he hugged her as he was about to enter his car. Have a great day Daddy. She said smiling.

She continued with her chores, clearing the kitchen and putting everything in its place. Her phone rang, she went towards where she kept it to see who was calling and to pick it up.