At Capital City airport, Aiden was waiting for Matilda's arrival at the private waiting room. Her plane landed and the guards escorted her to go see Aiden.
First Brother! Matilda shouted in excitement as soon as she saw Aiden. She ran to him and hugged him.
Aiden held her in his embrace before slightly pulling away. Why did you decide to come here all of a sudden?
I feel like you're not happy to see me, she said, pouting her lips.
Let's talk in the car.
You didn't want to come back with me to the Capital City, why did you suddenly come? Did you encounter any problems?
No I didn't, I just missed you and everyone so I decided to come. First brother, don't you want me here?
That's not what I'm saying, I wasn't expecting you to come, since you're here, then stay.
Thank you Aiden, you care about me the most, she said smiling brightly.
Aiden drove Matilda back to the Manor before going back to the company.
"Sir" Is it really okay for young Miss to stay at the manor?
What's wrong with that?
Madam is also there and..,,
You think too much, it's my house and there's no better place for Mat to stay than there. Whether she's okay is surely not my business and niether is it yours.
I'm sorry boss, I misspoke just now.
Aiden ignored him and the rest of the ride was silent.
Tessy was In Matilda's room telling her of the recent happenings in the house.
Young Miss, now that you're here, you must separate her and the boss. The boss belonged to you, how can she appear from nowhere and snatch...
Matilda glared at her and she shut up. You may leave now.
Tessy bowed slightly leaving the room.
Tessy clenched her hands into a fist until her nails dug into her palm giving her a sharp pain.
How could Aiden do that? How could he get married to another woman? He promised to care and protect her, how could he do that? She needed a plan, a way to remind him of his promise and remove that woman from his side.
Aliya was done with work and was resting her head when she recalled that Aiden mentioned that a guest was arriving, this guest happened to be a female and was very important to him. Who could she be and why was she very important to him?
She had already told Jason to investigate Aiden's life in the past eight years, soon she would get answers and only then will she know how make her moves.
Arriving at the Manor, the atmosphere seemed to be a bit lively, Aiden was not at his usual spot drinking rather he was at the dinning table with a delicate looking girl, they were about to eat when she entered.
"Come here" Aiden cold voice commanded.
Can't he talk politely, always commanding and domineering, Aliya walked to him regardless as she didn't want to start an argument in front of their guest.
Hello, Aliya greeted and Matilda smiled softly at her.
She sat down at the right side of the table.
Butler Lee stepped forward to make the introduction.
Madam, this is the young Miss and she's very dear to sir.
Young Miss, this is the Madam, Miss Finch.
Miss Finch? Matilda repeated looking at Aliya.
It's Aliya, you can call me Aliya.
Ohh, my bad, I'm Matilda, Aiden's closest kin.
Nice to meet you Miss , Aiden told me alot about you, Aliya said returning her smile while also picking up her cutlery to eat.
Aiden ignored the two and ate quietly.
The dinner was a silent battle as Aliya could feel the hostility from Matilda, seems she's Aiden's love interest.
First brother, I think I need a glass of orange juice.
Ok, Aiden said gently pouring her a glass of it.
For a moment, Aliya saw her Aiden, the old gentle Aiden who was very attentive to her. Who was this woman and how did she bring out this gentle side of Aiden, different thoughts ran through Aliya's mind.
Aliya, you aren't eating, the food is not to your liking?
No it's okay, I had some snacks earlier so I'm not really so hungry.
You should still eat a little more.
I will.
Since I'm new here, I was wondering if Aliya could show me around the city, Matilda said looking at Aiden.
Mmm, she will take you around tomorrow.
Matilda turned to Aliya. It's settled then.
Agreeing on her behalf. Was she a tour guide or something? I don't have any time for that, I'm very busy at work. There are alot of workers here, I believe they can take you or better still contact a tour guide.
That won't do, I want you to take me. Can't you take a day off tomorrow, I really want to see the city. She faked sadness looking at Aiden.
No I can't.
Aliya, you will take her around the city tomorrow and that's it. Aiden declared.
Matilda smiled secretly. Her first brother still loved her the most.
Aliya stared at the two, she didn't really have the strength to still entertain them so she stood up. I'm full and a bit tired, I will retire first, you guys can continue, she left the table for her room.
After freshening up , Aliya decided to go talk to Aiden so she went to his room. She opened the door and saw that the room designs were all black, the room looked so dull.
Aiden was only putting on his pants when he noticed that someone opened his door, he came out of the dressing room and saw that it was Aliya.
What are you doing here?
Aliya looked at his bare chest, broad shoulders tapering to a defined waist, the skin smooth and tanned, a dusting of dark hair tracing a path downward. Her man was really attractive.
What else, I'm here to talk to you.
Bold of you to enter my room without permission.
Aliya boldly walked up to him standing only one step away from him.
Why can't I enter, aren't we married?
Aiden pushed her to the bed pressing down on her. Do you believe that I could really do you here and now?
Aliya smiled seductively and wrapped her hands around his neck pulling him closer.
It's okay. We are married now so we can do anything "Husband" she whispered to his ears.