Betrothed To The Cold Billionaire

*THE NEXT DAY*

Adrian and I spent the whole of yesterday at the hospital. That wasn’t the way I had imagined I would spend my last high school prom but it was fine, I had fun and I was with Adrian all through.

During my leisure time, I browsed the internet and thankfully, it was filled with only news about my prom with Adrian. How we looked so good as a couple and Adrian’s shocking real identity.

Everyone were commenting about how good he looked on his tuxedo, same people that were bashing him about being a crippled with a disfigured face. Hypocrites. Thankfully, no one caught the scandal between I and Oliver nor did anyone find out what had happened with Lucas.

After all the whole stress, everything turned out fine. I had called Hillary to ask about Oliver. He told me Oliver was fine and was just resting because of the numerous injuries Adrian inflicted on him. Also, he left someone to watch over him since he had to drive Sandy home last night.

I had really hope something would happen between them at the prom, that was the reason I lied to Hillary that Sandy had another admirer. Well, technically she did but I over exaggerated the truth.

I could see the jealousy in his eyes when I was telling him that and thankfully, he showed up yesterday. Also, they were together when they met me at the lady’s restroom so that should mean something.

I was still admiring the gorgeous photos of I and Adrian that was posted online when I got a message. I clicked on it only to see that it was Melanie. She had texted to remind me about the meeting she wanted to have with me.

I had already forgotten about it after everything that had happened yesterday. I texted back that I would meet her in two hours. At the same time, the door opened and Adrian came in with our breakfast.

He set the food on the table and took his seat on the chair beside my bed. I thanked him for the food before I started munching on it. Halfway through, I decided it would be best to tell him about my meeting with Melanie.

“When am I getting discharged?” I asked.

“Until you’ve fully recovered.” He answered in a curt manner. I knew that only meant after a week. I couldn’t wait that long because I was getting really sick of staying in the hospital all day long.

“What about today?” I asked again.

“You haven’t fully recovered to be discharged this soon.” He answered.

“I’m fine Adrian. It’s just a small cut.” I assured.

“One that would have costed your life if he had gone deeper.” He muttered as his eyes darkened in anger.

“But…”

“Save it Ariel. You’re not leaving this hospital anytime soon.” He said, leaving no space for any argument but I wasn’t known to give up that easily.

“Alright then. Instead of getting discharged, can I just go out for today?”

“Why today??” He asked and I proceeded to tell him about my arranged meeting with Melanie.

“No.” Was all he said after I was done explaining.

“Why no??”

“She already thinks that you’re having an affair with Oliver. Have you forgotten so soon what happened between you both that day?? I can’t risk another accident.” He said.

“I know but I need to explain to her that I’m not who she thinks I am. Besides, she might just want to apologize to me.”

“Or she might want to attack you. She doesn’t even need your explanation. You aren’t her boyfriend.”

“Doesn’t mean I’m not a friend. Let me just see her for only today. You can come with me if you want.” I said. He thought about it for a while before he nodded his head in agreement.

“As long as you’ll be by my side all through.”

“Of course.” I agreed.

“Okay then. Eat up.” He said as he placed a spoonful of food at the edge of my lips. I didn’t waste anytime in opening my mouth, letting him feed me like I was a baby. Well, his baby..

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Two hours had passed and I was in the car with Adrian. He were driving to the restaurant Melanie and told me to meet her. When we got there, Adrian parked at the driveway before we stepped out of the car and walked into the restaurant.

I didn’t search long before I saw Melanie. I noticed she had a brooding look on but she wiped it off the moment she saw me.

“Ariel.” She called with a bright smile as she signaled me to go to her.

That wasn’t really the attitude I was expecting but I decided to just go along with it. I smiled back at her and pulled Adrian along with me towards where she was sitting.

“You brought your husband.” She said in surprise when we got closer.

“Yeah.. he drove me here.” I explained.

“Ohh…” She said in understanding while Adriam and I took our seats.

“What happened to you??” She asked as she pointed towards my bandaged neck.

“Oh yeah.. it’s just a small injury.” I assured as I touched it softly.

“Okay. I guess you’re wondering why I called you out here.”

“Yeah.”

“Well, I just wanted to apologize about what I did that day.” When she said that, I pinched Adrian softly to let him know that I was right.

“What I did that day was really uncalled for. I should have never attacked you the way I did.” She said.

“It’s alright. I would have done the same thing if I were in your shoes.” I said while she nodded.

“Why did you decide to apologize now?” Adrain asked as he eyed her suspiciously. I guess he still doesn’t believe that she would change her mindset.

“I found out he had another lady but it wasn’t Ariel.” She answered.

“Oliver has another woman in his life??” Adruan asked in surprise.

“Yea.. Yesterday’s morning, I went to his house to pick uo the rest of my things and I managed to read his text messages, right before he left the house.” She explained.

“And you saw another lady’s name on the screen??” I asked.

“I didn’t see her name. He saved her contact as ‘my love’ but I was able to see her picture. She looked nothing like you.”

“Oh..” I muttered as I nodded my head in understanding.

“I’m really sorry if my accusations had caused some sort of problems between you two.” She apologized again.

“It’s fine. We’re fine. I should be asking how you’re doing since you just went through a very messy breakup.” I said.

“Well, I’m fine. I loved him but I’ll get over it.” She assured while I replied with a small smile.

“I don’t want to take much of your time. I’ll take my leave now.” She said as she stood up.

“Alright. Just so you know, I’m just one phone call away if you ever need someone to talk to.” I said.

“Thank you Ariel.” She muttered as she gave me a very warm hug.

“I’ll see you next time..” She whispered.

“Good bye Adrian.” She said and Adrian replied with a small nod. She gave me one more smile before she left.

After her departure, I turned back to Adrian only to see he had a very confused look on his face.

“What are you thinking about?” I asked, pulling him out of his thoughts.

“What she had just said about Oliver.” He answered.

“What about it??”

“Oliver isn’t someone that would have two women in his life. Hell, he can’t even cheat on Melanie because of how much he loves her.” He said.

“People can fall out of love, Oliver included.”

“No.. not Oliver. I’m sure there’s something up with him.” Adrian said.

“Obviously, seeing the way he’s been acting lately.” I said.

“I need to see him.” Adrain said as he suddenly stood up from the chair.

“Alright, I’m going with you.” I said.

“What?? No. You’re going back to the hospital. We made a deal remember?” He reminded.

“Fine.. but you have to take me to the hospital first.” I said in surrender. I knew he wouldn’t let me go with him after the stunt Oliver pulled yesterday.

“Let’s go.” He said as he led me out of the restaurant.