Extraordinary Heir

Chapter 5

Chapter 5

            Ilona and I became closer together when Mei Ling was not around. Ilona would fetch me to school every day and we would chit chat till phone battery gone flat. We worked on the assignments together, gone shopping together. We share the same interest on books and music. She has a good sense of humour and always has impromptu ideas that surprises me.

            Since Mei Ling was not around for two weeks. I have decided to decorate our home to give her a pleasant surprise when she is back. I took a bus to the nearby DIY/ warehouse shop and look for ideas on how to decorate our home. I browse through the photo frames aisle and decided to buy a few photo frames to put our pictures on the wall. It would be a great way to share our memories. I notice that a familiar figure was strolling towards me; it was Adam.

“Hi Rica. Nice to see you here.” Adam greeted.

“Oh? Hi.” I replied with a straight face.

 “Sorry about what happened at the club.” He apologized. I faked a smile and walk to the shelf that sells hammer and nails; he followed me behind. I need a hammer for the photo frames I thought to myself but not quite sure If I knew how to use it.

“You know? I could help if you need any assistant on this.” Adam offers his help.

“No matter how big the hammer is, you can’t knock common sense into stupid brain.” and I smiled at him. Adam laughed and soon he realised I was talking about him. I thought it might be too much for me to pass a remark so mean.

“Actually, I do need help on this. Would you help me on this at my home?” I asked with a smile.

“Of course. Let me drive you home. You wait for me at the entrance.” Adam replied. I went to the cashier and I was told that my items are already paid.

 “Huh? Who paid?” I asked the cashier. “Mr Smith has told us that he would foot the bill for your items.” The cashier replied.

 “How could he do that?” I mumbled.

“He totally can. This business is owned by his family.” The cashier replied.

“What??” I said in disbelieve. I went to the entrance and realised it was ‘Smith DIY warehouse’. A shining white Porsche stopped in front of me. Adam alighted the car and open the door for me. Ladies around me were staring at me in envy.

            Our cosy apartment looked so small with Adam in it. His tall and muscular body seem awkward in our little home. Adam helped me to put up the photo frames, we chatted and giggled with his little jokes.

            “You know this is my first time doing this?” Adam said with proudly.

            “Then how do you decorate your home?” I asked Adam.

            “Usually my home designer or housekeeper. I think I did really well for the first time.” Adam replied cheekily.

            “Oh… come on. And you offered to help me? You never do it before?” I rolled my eyes. Adam smiled and said, “I really like you.” As he gazed into my eyes.

“Oh? I don’t know.” I looked away, my heart skip faster, and there are butterflies in my stomach. He walked closer to me and grabbed me by my waist. I could smell his pleasant shower aroma. Adam was gazing into my eyes.

            I heard some keys fluttering and Mei Ling opened the main door.

 “Hi babe!! I am ba….ck.” Mei Ling has returned from her holiday, she looked so charming and fresh. I am so glad to see her again. “Oh? This is awkward. Should I go out for a while?” Mei Ling asked cheekily. “No!” both Adam and I answered together. This is awkward, and I tried to change the subject. “Ling!! You are back!!” I rushed to the door and gave Mei Ling a welcome hug.

“Oh? You have fun with Mei Ling. I will make a move now. Bye Rica” Adam uttered. “Goodbye Adam. Thanks for your help.” I replied. Adam left the apartment.

Mei Ling was admiring the photos that I hanged on the wall.

“I was wondering who would drive such a car at our neighbourhood. I demand explanation. What did I miss?” Mei Ling teased.

“Oh? I met Adam at Smith DIY warehouse shop to get the photo frames. He offered help and that’s all.” I replied with a grin.

“Are you sure? I bet there is more than that.” Mei Ling teased.

“Midterm exam is around the corner. There is so much work you need to rush, Ling.” I changed the subject. I know Mei Ling would get nervous and start flipping her books.

The next day I received a parcel from courier service. The package was addressed to me. “I didn’t order anything.” I told the delivery man. “This package is from erm… Adam Smith?” “Oh?” I signed the package and put the package in the dining room. I slowly opened the package and to my surprised it was Tiga Lipa’s limited edition music album with her signature on the album cover. I was delighted but I wasn’t sure if I should accept his gifts. My mobile phone beeps and there are messages from Adam.

Adam :  I hope you like the gift.

Erica :  I think it is not very nice to accept your gift. It is not easy to get Tiga

Lipa’s signature on the album cover. I would return the gift to you the next time

I see you.

Adam  : Please don’t! I totally can afford it and I could get her signature easily. Don’t

worry about it.

            Erica  : I am not sure. I would think about it.

            Adam :  Keep it! I don’t accept returned gifts. I would throw away.

            Erica  : You are such a jerk! Bye!

            Adam :  Bye! ☹

            “Wow! How did Adam know you like Tiga Lipa?” Mei Ling asked.

“I’m not sure. Maybe because of the kiss at the club.” I replied thinking that the DJ was playing One Kiss by Tiga Lipa when he kissed me. Adam seem to be able to read my mind.

 “What kiss? Tell me now! What else did I miss?” Mei Ling demanded. I giggled and explained the incident at the club, and I gave him a slap and left the club furiously.

 “I could see that he really likes you. You will never know if you don’t try.” Mei Ling said seriously.

“I don’t feel comfortable that his family is so f*cking wealthy. I think he is toying with me, but my heart desires him.” I answered dully. Mei Ling gave me a hug.

 “Don’t dwell on it. Let’s listen to Tiga Lipa and dance!” she tried to cheer me up.