Unexpected Love

chapter 4

Brasley's Pov

By the time I was done with work, I was exhausted, and it was past eleven when I got home. I didn't plan on doing anything but to bathe and sleep but was startled when I saw Mable waiting for me.

" Mable what's wrong?

"Sir, your wife has cooked for you, and I was afraid that you might not see the food as you didn't tell me you would be eating at home this evening, and you guys might fight over it."

She said while holding the hem of her uniform. I could tell that she was nervous, and she already knew that I didn't like anyone else cooking or even doing anything for me.

" What? "She cooked," I asked. My voice vibrated, making her take a step back.

" Yes sir, although I tried to stop her, but she insisted."

" It's fine, where is the food?"

" I will go and get them for you" I nodded while she turned towards the kitchen.

Why would she go over the trouble of cooking for me? I had already forgotten that I had gotten married today. I would have come back early. What the hell am I saying it's not like it's a must to have dinner together. Yes, we are married, but it is still the same as I was single.

Mable brought the food and I uncovered the lid. It smelled and looked appetizing. I ate all the food with a smile on my face. I guess I was that hungry after all and the food was really nice as I ate all the food on the plate.

" Thank you, Mable, I will head to bed now. You should also rest."

I told her, knowing she was shocked to even see me smiling, she nodded her head.

" Yes sir"

She cleared the table and left. Mable has been there in my life ever since I was a child. She knows me better than anyone, and she is the one who cooks for me. I'm sure she is surprised I ate that plate of food, which is not usually what she would cook for me . I headed to the room and I found her sleeping. It was very weird seeing someone in my room. She fit perfectly in the bed and I just stood there looking at her delicate face while she snored lightly. I shook my head. I took a quick shower and jumped into bed. I stood at my side, not wanting her to touch me. Luckily, the bed is big enough to fit four people. By the time morning came, I woke up surprised that I even got some sleep. I looked at her side and I found she was not there, and where she was lying was cold, indicating that she'd been gone for a while now. I guess she is a real morning person, or she is afraid of me. I had the energy that I didn't know where it came from as I felt recharged. I haven't slept like this in a long while.

I got on with my morning routine and headed down to the kitchen to grab a cup of coffee. When I arrived there, I heard them talking, and I stood aside listening to what they were saying.

" Speaking of breakfast, what would you like to eat?"

" No need to worry about yourself Mable I can manage on my own," Bonny said.

" I can't do that miss, I would be in trouble"

When Mable said that, I felt it was my que to announce my presence.

" It's okay Mable, let her do whatever she wants to do, it will give you a breather too."

I replied behind her, they all turned around and looked at me and Mable bowed her head slightly. Bonny looked at me up and down, perhaps admiring my appearance. Gosh, I sound like a teenager right now.

" Good morning" I broke the silence.

"Good Morning" she said while pulling herself together.

" Can we talk for a minute?"

I asked her and she smiled and nodded her head.

" Mable don't worry about breakfast, you can carry on with other things."

" Yes sir," she answered.

" Let's go sit upstairs " I led her to my mini-chilling room and I asked her to sit, and she sat next to me but put a bit of a distance between us.

" We have to talk about the terms of our marriage. First, I never wanted to get married, and I don't expect you to follow through with all the marriage. Therefore, you do not expect me to be romantically involved, and I cannot expect you either. You can take us as roommates with no expectations."

" Great. I totally agree, we don't have to go through all these living arrangements. I totally understand."

Somehow, her words had hit my heart in a way and I felt a bit of a ping of pain in my heart. Somehow I had hoped she would oppose my thoughts, but she didn't. She actually agreed with me. Gosh, I don't know what got to me. I have never felt like this before, it's like what she says affects me, and I am never affected by mere words. I cleared my throat as I continued to talk to her.

" Great as long as we are on the same page about this whole situation. Oh also, you don't have to cook for me. It's not necessary as I don't really eat at home."

" Then how do you expect to explain to the people you want to convince that we are married when you don't have a meal at home, and we are never seen together only when we are sleeping?" she asked, and I guess she had a point there .

" Fine, it will not be every day. I'm way too busy to be eating dinner at home as I will always be eating out with clients."

"I get that you are a busy man, but do make time."

"Fine after a year this marriage will be over, and I'll compensate you for all your troubles."

" It's alright, I have made a rush decision so it's not necessary."

" I insist," Anyway, I need to get going. I will see you."

I stood up and left her there and she looked to be in thoughts. I wondered what she was thinking about or who, for that matter.ni looked at my watch and shot I was totally late for my meeting with the sponsors. I rushed out like a speeding vehicle, not even bothering to get the driver to get me to work. This woman is going to drive me insane.