CHAPTER 105RUBY'S POV We arrived at the airport and our bags were all taken into the plane by the staff. Then I carried Sally and tagged along with Dax while Simon held onto Clarissa's hand as they both led us inside.I sat Sally down on a chair and one of the air hostesses fixed her belt for her. I thanked her before I made my way to another chair and Dax joined me. He kissed me on the cheek as he took a seat and when a hostess came over to help us fix our belts, Dax held my hand when she smiled at him and I almost laughed out loud when I watched her smile fade away.With that, she walked away when she was done and soon, the plane took off then a few minutes later, our breakfast was brought. We were all served and we ate silently until we were done and the empty dishes were taken away. Then I called for a hostess who was passing by and asked her to help me take my belt off for a moment and Dax placed his hand on my shoulder. “Is anything wrong? You're fine right?” Dax asked me wo
CHAPTER 106RUBY'S POV “Hey, are you sure you're okay? You were whimpering in your sleep before Dax woke you up.” Clarissa asked me as we were both walking out of the plane while Dax carried Sally and conversed with Simon who was beside him.I glanced back at Dax and Simon first to see if they were within hearing range and I saw they were close by so I turned to Clarissa and pulled her closer to whisper in her ear.“We'll talk when we get to your house. It's private” I told her and she nodded in response after I pulled back to look at her. I smiled on seeing that she understood then we both held hands and headed for the car that waited for us.Simon took the lead to drive while Dax took the passenger seat. Then I sat at the back with Clarissa and Sally who was still asleep and we all left for Clarissa's house.Remembering my dream during the drive made my heart thump faster in fear and when I watched Dax through the rear view mirror, he suddenly looked up, causing our eyes to lock an
CHAPTER 107RUBY'S POV “So Clarissa told me you work as Dax's bodyguard. Is that true, Simon?” It was already an hour into dinner and an awkward silence had been looming over our heads as only the sound of our cutleries clanking against our plates was the only noise so I guessed Clarissa's father took it upon himself to start a conversation. “Yes, I am. Mr. Tovaro” Simon replied after he swallowed and Clarissa's father nodded in response wordlessly before gesturing at Simon to continue eating.I made eye contact with Clarissa who was opposite me on the other side of the table and she rolled her eyes tiredly which made me smile. I knew she was still worried about how they would interact with Simon but I trusted it would go well.Her parents were very nice people even though they were filthy wealthy and influential in New York. “I hope you're all enjoying your dinner? I just want to be sure you like your stay here” her mother began this time, her face filled with eagerness as she wat
CHAPTER 108RUBY'S POV Before I could utter a word or stop Clarissa, she had left my side and was walking toward her father with fast, angry strides. Her hands were folded into fists and while I watched, I hoped the situation wouldn't escalate. Not like what her father said was right but I didn't want her to lose her temper and do or say something she'd regret. “How could you, dad? Why on earth would you ask Simon to break up with me? That's bullshit!” She screamed in her father's face and both men were too surprised to react when they saw her. I bet they never thought she would come across them and listen to their conversation. “Clarissa, this is for your own good. You deserve what's best” her father began and she suddenly let out a shrilling scream. I could literally feel her frustration from the scream as the sound bounced off the walls.Quietly, I remained in the spot I was while I watched them helplessly and I soon felt a presence beside me. I turned to look and it was Dax.
CHAPTER 109RUBY'S POV After a wild night with Dax, where I had to keep mute and hold back my moans with great struggle, morning came and we headed to the dining room for breakfast. Everyone including Sally were present already. She looked cheerful while she sat in between Clarissa and Simon and the maids served the dishes they had prepared. Her eyes met mine as I walked into the dining room with Dax and she smiled widely before she waved.“Hey mum” she said and everyone turned to look at us before we could take our seats.“I always wonder why she calls them both, mum, it's funny right?” Clarissa's mum questioned as a joke and everyone laughed while she subtly winked at me and I grinned in return.She clearly was a good actress and I was glad she was into her role in convincing everyone that Clarissa was Sally's mother. She didn't have to announce it, the way she spoke and acted was convincing and thanks to Clarissa who was taking on the responsibility of caring for Sally, it was a
CHAPTER 110RUBY'S POV We got to Denmark and we were helped out of the plane while the workers took the bags out for us. I carried Sally and she was fully awake this time. Her wound was almost healed too which meant we would go for a check up soon to know if she could stop wearing bandages. We all got into one car and Simon drove the car. We arrived at our houses and he and Dax helped us carry our bags into the house before they turned to leave so it was just me and Clarissa while Sally headed to her room.“That was a very intense breakfast this morning. Am I right?” Clarissa asked me while she pulled out stuff from her bag and arranged them into her wardrobe. We were both in her room because I was too lazy to arrange my stuff yet.“I guess? I'm really grateful to your mum though, she was really good” I replied and she chuckled before placing her dirty clothes in the hamper then she returned the bag and came to join me on her bed where I laid.“Did you make up with your dad though?
CHAPTER 111RUBY’S POVSunday passed quickly and soon, it was Monday. That morning, I got up earlier than I usually did, dressed in something simple; a pair of jeans and a blouse. Then I held my hair up in a high ponytail and took a bag big enough to take anything I would have to buy for my classes at the gallery.Then I made my way to the living room and Clarissa was on the phone while she poured herself a glass of juice. Quietly, I took an apron and wore it over my clothes before I began to make breakfast for us.Then I listened to her conversation and I could tell she was speaking to her waitress back at her cafe. I was guessing she did well with the sales while we were in New York because Clarissa didn't seem mad.Soon she was done and I was slipping the last of the ingredients onto the slice of bread I was using to make a sandwich. Then she smiled at me before she joined me at the counter to see what I was up to.“Oooh, I've been craving a sandwich for some days now. I'm glad you
CHAPTER 112RUBY'S POV Miss Garnet was happy to see me once I walked in along with Dax because he insisted he would follow me into the gallery. She pulled me in for a hug before I could even say anything and I relaxed in her arms for a moment.Then she pulled away and shared a handshake with Dax who was still there. With that, he waved me goodbye after they both spoke to each other in hushed tones and he finally left so it was just me and her.“That man is so in love with you that it shows in his eyes and as someone who does art, believe me when I tell you that he's never leaving your side” she said to me when he was out of the gallery and I laughed in response.“Come on dear. Follow me, let me introduce you to the rest” She urged me to follow her and my eyes widened as I checked the time on my wristwatch. It was only a few minutes before 9 am and everyone was there already?“They're all here already?” I asked her in bewilderment and she nodded while she opened a door that led to an