Chapter 19__Why would I stalk you
Dorris scoffed. She undressed and stepped into the shower.
Is that how easy it is to marry someone? They've known each other for less than a year. Why would she marry him? Her career will be at stake too and they are from two different worlds right.
Her dad owns a small shop where he sells electrical instruments.
His own dad owns a large company, feeding thousands of families with its resources.
How can they be compared to each other?
Moreover, Ray is a public figure, every aspect of his life will be accessed by the public. She would not be able to cope with criticism from the people.
"No marriage for now.
I have to focus on my career", Dorris keep on telling herself.
Toby was full of smiles that morning.
" Good morning, sis", he greeted Dorris.
"Morning", Dorris replied.
" What's with your mood this morning? ", Guy asked her, his face full of concern.
" Just ignore me"
'Why did that guy have to talk about marriage. It's been on my mind. Does this mean I really want to marry Ray?
Why? We've not even known each other for a year. That's not an excuse though. I've seen couples that get married after knowing themselves for only Four weeks. I.."
"Dorris, are you sure you are okay?", Guy asked.
" I'm fine"
Toby pat her head.
"Cheer up, baby", he said and walk away
" Why will you call her baby? Are you liking Dorris?", Guy asked.
"I don't. I'm going to see the one I liked", Toby said.
Immediately Toby walked to the belles practice area, the girls started smiling.
" Hi, handsome", one of the girls said.
"Go on with your practice, I'm here to see my friend.", Toby said .
" Friend, and who would that be?", another girl asked.
"Victoria", Toby said and they all turn to look at Vickey who is busy stretching her body preparing herself for the morning practice.
" Good morning Victoria", Toby greeted brightly.
"Good morning", Vickey said giving we
a nice smile.
He walks to her.
" I got this pack of candy for you. As you eat each one of it, always remember this good friend of yours.", He said.
"Thanks", Vickey said collecting the pack from him.
" Thankswe for calling them yesterday_I mean my manager. But then, how did you find out I was in trouble? ", he asked her, then added jokingly " were you stalking me?"
"Why would I stalk you!", Vickey yelled.
'I'm I suppose to tell him I did stalk him the day before to know the woman he is going on a date with and I waited for hours for him to finish his classes.'
" Are you not in your final here. I think you should study more during your free time. Thank you for the sweets", Vickey said and walked away.
"Okay, I will listen to you", he yelled after her, smiling.
'She care about me', he keeps assuring himself, mentally doing a joyful dance.
She had waited all evening. His car finally pulled into the estate. He did not see her standing on this veranda. He drove to the underground garage to pack his car. He walked back to his veranda.
" Someone will think you are a loan shark waiting to ask for your dept. Why are you waiting on my door step?", he asked.
"I told you. I'm sticking to you. I've come to live with you. Don't worry, I will clean and do chores.", She told him.
He scoffed.
" Don't worry. I have an housekeeper. ", he said.
" I will do the cooking "
"I eat lunch and dinner out and I can sort out my own breakfast.", he stated.
" With cereals or cookies. With bread, toast or tea.? You shouldn't eat out. It is not good. I will prepare home made food for you", Harriet told him.
"You have a point. Will you really do the cooking?", he asked.
" Yes.", Harriet replied.
"Okay. Let's see. Do not trespass. Do not climb that flight of stairs. Use the guest room downstairs."
"Okay. Noted", Harriet said.
He typed in his passcode and also tell her the code.
They entered the house. Harriet is so happy.
Then she remembered that she didn't even know his name. "What's your name?", She asked.
He paused.
"Edmund", he told her.
" Can I call you Ed?", She asked.
"Suit yourself",he told her.
Edward had run a background check on her and he found out that she is a rich heiress and a twin. He also found out she is close friends with Ray Dalton. He also knew she was abroad for a while.
" Miss Harriet"
"Just call me Harriet. After All, I'm your housemate."
"Miss Harriet, can you prepare a quick night snacks?", He asked.
Harriet yawned.
" It's late. What do you want to use it for?", she asked him.
"I still have to sort somethings out in the study", he explained.
" Just do it the way you use to before I arrived. I'm so sleepy and I still need to unpack"
She said and walk away leaving the man behind.
Edmund wondered why she wants to stay with him.
'What is her purpose? '
Edmund woke up that morning and took his bath. He dressed up and walk downstairs.
He is already expecting his breakfast.
When is the last time he had a proper meal? Since he left home two years ago_except when his mother dropped by with some food for him.
He came down from the stairs and the smell that welcome him is....
Suffocating! Yes, that is the world. His house is practically burning down.
How dare this woman.
Few minutes later.
"Didn't you say you know how to Cook?", he asked her.
" I could learn it you know", Harriet stuttered.
"So you deceived me?", he asked.
" I was desperate to stay in your house. I'm sorry for lying. I thought cooking is easy.", Harriet said.
"Why did you want to stay in my house? Are you a spy or something? What is your purpose? Why are you stalking me. Do I have something you want?", He asked.
" yes", Harriet replied
"What is that?", he asked her.
" Your heart"
Edmund laughed.
"Are you a vampire or something?", he asked.
" I like you and I'm going to win your heart."