Playing the perfect wife

Chapter 33 Playing the perfect wife My days have been boring since the departure of Royce. When he told me that his work in Italy had ended,my joy knew no bound. Well, I know it sounds somehow but I've come to cherish him with each passing of the year. I know I got close to him to plan out what I wanted with Jay Automobiles but I'm loving the feeling of it. For someone who hasn't been loved all her life,it feels good to be loved. Funnily enough, Royce is a good lover, when he realised thay I was Bella's sister, I thought he'd rat me out but he didn't. At that point,I realised that he too wasn't into Bella, it was as if he too had something to gain and since then, things have been going on well between us. I took one last look at the living room and smiled. The entire house was sparkling under the chandelier light. I had spent quite a fortune to get everything done, I wanted the whole place spotless upon his return. I made sure the cook prepared his favourite meal- grilled meat, mashed potatoes and a bottle of his favourite whisky. Everything had been laid perfectly on the dining table. I lit the sweet smelling candles on the table and the entire room became filled with a sweet smell. I returned to the room and took a look at myself in the mirror, accessing myself and smiled. The silky white dress complemented my skin, one thing I took from Carl but my facial looks were from my mother. The silver jewellery on my neck and ears also added to the masterpiece I was wearing.Tonight has to be perfect, even if Royce was a part of my revenge plan, he's still someone I like. I clipped a part of my hair and held it firmly. Minutes later, I heard the sound of the gates opening and the sound of his convertible roaring to lire. My heartbeat quickened in anticipation and love. I've come a long way to be here and I'm going to enjoy the moment, the love and this feeling, at least on till the tides of my wants changes. Currently, I'm the one in his life, his home and when the time comes, I'll own everything. The engine came to a stop and I plastered my face was a huge smile and walked towards the door. I opened the door before he could open it, allowing him walk in. He looked good as always but his shoulders were slouched and he was a bit haggard. He looked tired, possibly from jet lag. He had his suit folded neatly on his arm and had two buttons of his powered blued shirt unbuttoned. He must have been too busy to shave because stubble was around his chin. 'Babe," I said smiling at him. I collected the suit and his suitcase from him and hugged him to myself. I inhaled the sweet smell of his cologne which was mixed with sweat, 'welcome home," I added as I pulled away. He wrapped his arm around my waist and pulled me closer. I wrapped my hands around his neck gingerly too, pushing my bosom onto his chest. He tilted my chin towards him and engulfed my mouth in a tender and passionate kiss that I could feel his emotions through. 'I miss you," he said. 'The flight was long, the only thing that kept me going was the fact that I knew I'd see you soon. Did you miss me too?" He asked, looking into his eyes. 'You have no idea how much," I replied. 'Dinner is served but would you like to freshen up first?" I asked even though knew he'd refuse. He seldom do that after returning from work or journey. He doesn't joke with this stomach. 'Oh please,stop teasing me. You know I'd like to eat first. As it is, I'm famished," he said. I hung his suit and held his hand as we walked together to the dining room. We both sat down and I saw the big smile on his face as he saw the menu. He digged into the meat and slipped it into his mouth,with his eyes closed, moaning softly. He was enjoying the meal, I could tell. 'So, tell me about Italy?" I asked as I opened the bottle and poured him whiskey. He took the glass and drank from it then clean the side of his mouth with napkin before looking at me. 'Italy was good. The business deal went great and we've made progress. Myra helped too, with her there, I just did little,she did most of the work," he said tightly. 'There's more," I said, noticing the twitching sides of his lips. He does that whenever he's hoarding a piece of info. 'You know me too well," he said with a mouthful of potatoes. 'Well, Danni spoiled things and almost made me loose the shipment," he said. 'Infact, I did loose it but for for Myra's timely intervention." 'Myra? How so? Does she knows that you are into drugs too?" I asked in shock. People like Myra wouldn't approve of something like that, knowing how she said she was close with Bella. 'No! I'd never tell her that. When I said she helped me,I mean she kind of borrowed me a million pounds to correct the mess that Danni made." 'A million what?"I asked astonished. She was that rich? I thought. It wasn't a surprise though, didn't she buy that mall right in front of me as if she had money growing on trees? 'What does she want in return?" I asked because I knew nothing was free in the world. She couldn't have given Royce such amount of money without wanting anything. 'Nothing," he said. 'I'm sure you are surprised?" He asked and I nodded. 'I too was astonished when she requested for nothing. I think it'd be easier to get her to trust us if she continues this way. I mean, how could she give such amount without batting an eyes? She only said she was glad to help her friend," he added. 'If all that you are saying is true, then it is a matter of time before we have control of everything. But do you think we can trust Myra?" I asked. 'Everything seemed to be going too well,do you think she's planning something?" I asked with concern. Myra doesn't look stupid to me and I know how cold the world can be. 'I thought so too but with all she did while we were in Italy, she's a good one. Plus, don't forget that you are the first person who said we should bring her close, so why doubting her now?" He asked. He had cleared his plates and was now drinking water. 'You are right," I said smiling. People like Myra who has all the good things of life feel lonely. They seem to hijack any opportunities to make friends, if not she wouldn't have eagerly call me her friend, I thought. 'I'm going to get a shower," Royce said, standing up. I smiled at him and watched him leave the room. I sighed happily as I watched him leave. Things were going well and our plans are going well too. Life is good and I'm satisfied.