Her Sweet Vengeance

Chapter 14 (I Do)

CHAPTER 14 (I Do)

I woke up when the sun’s rays hit my face. I groaned then suddenly, I remember that I need to submit my final draft for my thesis today at the university. I was about to get up when I felt something was pinning me to the bed. I lookd at my waist where I felt the weight and my eyes almost popped from my socket when I saw that it was King’s arm and his leg is tangled on my other leg to. I inhaled deeply and then exhaled loudly as I tried to remove his arm and then hiss legs. I looked at him and instantly my eyes shut. Holy mother of goose! He is wearing only his boxers and his morning wood is making a tent against the fabric. I gulped and I looked away, feeling hot all over. I hurried to the bathroom where I took a cold shower quickly. I think I took a bath for at least fifteen minutes. It has been a week since he proposed to me and since then, a lot of things already happened.

He gave me a car and a butler which I don’t think is necessary but I did not win against him when we were arguing so it turned out like that. He also brought me to different designered shops and again, he spoiled me with all those bags, shoes and garments that are so pricey. He even handed me two of his black and gold cards.

I turned off the shower and I hurried to the walk-in closet, which by the way is accessible when you are inside the bathroom. I think this is convinient enough. I picked a simple low rise capri pants, a nude colored wedge sandals and an off shoulder upper shirt. I applied a light makeup and I hurried to the exit. I took my bag from the bedside table and I almost ran to the door when suddenly, I remember that King does not want me to leave the house without him knowing.

I opened my bag’s zipper and I reached for one of the small inside pockets to take a bright yellow sticky note and a black pen. I wrote that I am at the university to submit my final thesis draft and then I pasted it on his forehead. I quickly kissed his cheek and I dashed off to the ground floor. I was still inside the elevator when I combed my hair. I did not tried to blower it because I am really running out of time. King’s mansion is very far from the school.

The maids inside the house greeted me as I walked towards the kitchen. I greeted them back with simple good mornings and nod. The cook was still making the breakfast and so I decided to grab three slices of bread that I toasted and I put mayonnaise in them. I opened the fridge and I grabbed a bottle of orange jiuce and I headed out to the garage where my butler was waiting as he opened the car’s door when he saw me coming.

“I need to go to school. I am already late,” I said as I slipped on to the seat. He just simply nodded and minutes after, we were already hitting the main road. I am thankful that there is no bumper to bumper traffic. When he finally stopped outside the school gate, I hurriedly went out and I ran to my department building.

I held tight on the railings as I ran upstairs. I am already panting and my sandals is creating noise against the tiled floor. Our school has elevator but I am late now and the elevator is full so it is better to run. I wiped my sweat on the forehead as I stopped in front of the office of my adviser. I knocked three times before I went inside. The cold air from the air-conditionig system greeted me and I felt a little bit refreshed.

“Good morning Ma’am. I’m sorry, I’m late. Here is my final draft for my paper,” I said as I placed my printed work in his wooden table. She grabbed my book and she read it from page one until she stopped in the middle.

“I see that you have altered something from your book. This idea is not known – I mean the marketing strategy is unique. Where did you get this?” she eyed me with full of curiousity. Is the idea I added so bad?

“From my husband… I mean, from a well known business man in the country – King Spartan Racer. He uses that unique strategy in his businesses that’s why it piqued my interest. It is a bit difficult but nonetheless, unique.” My adviser nodded her head and she fixed her reading glasses using her point finger and continued to read my book. After an hour, she gave me back my book.

“I have marked some words there that you need to alter and overall, your book is amazing. Make sure to edit it and print the whole book. You need to make five hard bound copies of it. See you in the defense.”

“Thank you Ma’am. I will give the books this week.”

“That’s good. I’ll wait for your book Ms. Leeven.” She smiled and she continued to work on her papers.

I nodded and I exited her office. I sighed in relief and then I smiled. At least there are just minimal red marks in my book. All I need to do is to make the final presentation and practice. I heade towards the elevator and I saw a nerdy girl. I mean, a typical girl with a lot of books on hand and a thick rimmed glasses. She looked at me and I smiled at her. I bet she is on the lower year.

“Uhmm… you are Havaianas Miracle Leeven right?” she asked. I looked at her and I saw her bit her lower lip. I guess she is shy.

“Yes. Why did you asked?” I answered back.

“I can’t believe that I will see you in person. I mean, you are so famous.” Eh? Me? Famous?

“In the university? How come?” I asked as I was curious. I never knew that I am famous.

“Well, you are who they call ‘Mighty One’. I heard that you are ranked one when you entered the university. A full scholar with straight A’s and flat one grades one all her subjects. Everyone is expecting you to be in Suma or Magna Cumlaude. And you are famous all over the country too,” she said as a matter of factly tone.

“Eh? You are kidding me this time. That is a pure bluff.” I laughed a little bit. Me being famous all over the country is just a joke.

“You need not to be embarassed and you don’t need to hide your identity. You can search it on the internet. You have a biography there.”

“Biography? Why? Did I won a Nobel Prize or an international award to have that?”

“Last five days ago I think, yes that’s the time. So, the famous CEO King Spartan Racer publicly announced that he is engaged to you. Breaking the hearts of thousands of women who were day dreaming to have him as theirs. Anyway, I’m Lorena. It is an honor to be with you inside the elevator.”

I see that she’s a bubly girl. i chuckled a bit and I accepted her extended hand for a hand shake.

“It’s nice to know you too Lorena.” The elevator dinged and I felt my phone vibrated inside my bag. I went outside the elevator and I fished my phone out. I swiped the answer button when I saw that the caller is my fiance.

“Hello,” I greeted.

“Hey, you did not woke me up. I should be the one that will drive you to school,” he whined. I can imagine him while he’s pursing his lips and his forehead is creased. I bit my cheeks to supress myself from smiling like an i***t. He can be adorable at times like this. I can’t see why some calls him cold hearted and all. He is the opposite of it as I can see it.

“Well, I did not wake you up anymore since I saw you sleeping soundly. Don’t get mad anymore okay? I was in a hurry to submit my draft. Anyway, I am done now. And I’m heading back to the parking area. Don’t worry, the butler is waiting for me. Don’t trouble yourself anymore. Anyway, have you had your breakfast?”

“I did not still have.”

“What? Don’t skip breakfast. Eat now.”

“Okay. Please go home now. My parents called me and they said that they will be here. They wanted to meet you in person.”

“Oh my gosh! Please let the maids prepare. And oh! Before I forget, I have known about this trending issue in the internet that has to do with you. Why did you announced that you are my fiance? You should have not done that. It will cause ruckus and it is not that important.”

“I wanted to know the world about you. Are you mad? Did someone tried to hurt you? Should I send guards…” I cut him off. He isw overreacting again.

“You are overreacting again King. I just… it shocked me okay? Anyway, I’ll hang up now. I’m here at the parking lot. See you later okay?” I heard him sighed before he responded.

“Okay.”

I ended the call and I slipped inside the car again. While we were heading back to the mansion, I tried to search for my name and I was shocked to see several articles about me in different languages. I saw a lot of my photos, most especially when I am at school and some of it is when I am walking alone. I can’t believe that the world have already known about me. I turned off my mobile data and placed my phone back to my bag. I closed my eyes as I tried to relax a bit.

I hurriedly got off from the car and went inside the mansion where I saw King on the living room. He stood up and went to my side to give me a peck on the cheek. He is so used to doing this everytime that’s why I started to get used to it.

“You said your parents will be here?” I asked. I looked around trying to locate them but I saw none.

“Yes. Mom called me. I bet they’ll be here anytime soon.”

“Did you tell the maids here to prepare for lunch? What foods does your Mom and Dad likes? I think I need to help them cook.” I gave my bag to one of the maids and I signalled her to put it upstairs. She just bowed down a bit and went on her way.

“Hey, calm down baby. Everything is well taken care of. You need not to be nervous. I’’m sure my parents will like you.” King held my shoulders and let me face him. Why does he have to be so handsome? I shake the thoughts off my brain. I guess I am like this when I’m tensed.

“What if they don’t? I mean… my background –“

“Hush! They are not like that okay? My parents are not the type of people who judges others.”

King turned towards the door and his face brightened upon recognition of the two oldies – I mean, they are around late 50’s but still has the sophisticated looks and serious auras in them. I inwardly gulped as nervousness crept on my system. What if they were like the Carlins? What if they will treat me like I am a rat and a sucker?

“Mom, Dad!” he greeted. He gave her Mom a kiss on the cheek and he hugged his Dad who hugged him in return.

“Oh my! I suppose you are Miracle,” said the Madame. She went to my side and to my surprise, she hugged me tight.

“Welcome to the family Miracle,” said she. She even patted my shoulder. A big chunk of something fell off from my chest and I sighed in relief. She likes me – well, I’m hoping.

“Let’s all seat. Come on boys. My legs feels weak.” The Madame pulled me to one of the couches and the guys followed us.

“Oh, before I forgot. I have made efforts for your upcoming wedding,” the Madame announced.