10. THE KISS
The next morning I found myself cuddled in Christian's arms .
My face snuggled in his neck and his strong arms surrounded my waist. His body was warm and comfortable and assuring.
The possessiveness in his hold on me and his light faded cologne became my weakness.
And then I remembered that today I am Mrs. SARAH CHRISTIAN KNIGHT.
The wife of the biggest business tycoon in town.
This title was something that every girl craved for and I was lucky enough to get this without even trying.
My eyes fell on his face and I took a minute to appreciate the flawless skin and sleek cheekbones.
He was delicious. Not to mention that he was mine untill the last day of contract.
His eyes opened slightly and instantly met mine. I was embarrased for being caught in 4k staring at him shamelessly.
"Morning Mrs. Knight " the deep raspy Morning voice of him was death of me.
"Morning Mr. Knight. " I think I sounded a lil cranky.
"Morning Christian "
"Can you please remove your hands from my waist so I could go the washroom?"
"No "
"Christian please....I didn't want to disturb you so I was holding it but now I can't. So move your hands."
"You were checking me out Mrs. Knight this whole time."
"No I wasn't " tomato and my cheeks now had the same color.
"Oh my bad...." sarcastically he said.
"Now move or I'll pee here on your bed."
He loosened his hold and I escaped to the washroom. After 1 hour me and Christian went downstairs for the breakfast. Where our baby Blue was waiting for us. Her excitement doubled on seeing her dad and Christian grabbed her before I could.
"My daughter.....I missed you so much. Are you okay. Did you miss me " this was softest side of Christian which only existed for his daughter.
"Heyyy blue.....how are you my lil girl. Come to me."
"Go say hi to your new momma blue " Christian said and it felt warm.
Being Blue's mom was far better than Mrs. Knight .
"Can I ask you something Christian?"
"What "
"How did you convince my parents to come to our wedding?" I was genuinely shocked.
"I just sent them the invitation and they showed up themselves. "
"Really?"
"Why? You didn't like them being the part of the wedding."
"Ofcourse I was happy ."
"And that's what all matters. Also be ready at 7 o clock tonight. We have a fundraiser event to attend."
"Tonight? Are you joking. "
"Do I look like I am joking?"
"You look like an asshole stuffing his mouth with sugar and spitting poison." Shit. I shouldn't have said that. Instant regret on my speech.
"Watch your tongue wifey. Else there will be consequences." There was a warning in his tone. But it sounded sexually attractive.
"I didn't mean to I am sorry Christian. Please don't mind my words they just come out of nowhere. And I will be ready for the event."
"Did you like the necklace I sent you yesterday?"
"Helll yeah...you won't beleive all the makeup artists gasped when I opened the box and I was shocked too. It must be so expensive. You spent quite ruthlessly on your fake wife."
"I spent ruthlessly on my WIFE. "
"I'll wear it tonight. "
"I'll be honored Sarah. But for now I'll take your and Blue leave. "
We said our byes to them and I bathed Blue and put her to sleep. I basically had nothing to do the whole day until 7 . I was tired from last night so I decided to sleep with Blue.
"Sarah....wakeup. SARAH". Christian's voice came from a blurred vision of my eyes. I instantly got up from the bed and a pair of ocean eyes again met mine.
"Christian.....why are you here so early?" I asked while rubbing my eyes to get a better view of him.
"You weren't answering my calls and the servants said that you didn't came down for lunch also. I was worried."
"Ohh I kinda overslept . I am sorry."
"Don't be but now just get up and get ready its already 6.15 . "
"Whaatttttttt.....6.15 I slept for this long?"
"Don't waste another minute just get ready Sarah....I can't miss the event at any cost."
I immediately ran to my room took a shower and got dressed up. As mentioned by me I wore the diamond necklace given by Christian to me. At 6.59 exactly he knocked my door and his eyes widened.
"You....you look amazing" a compliment from him.
"So do you Christian. Let's go else will be late."
"Yes let's go." The ride to the event was comfortable silence. But I caught him red handed side eying me but as usual he denied it.
"What's is the event for?"
"It's a fundraiser event for orphan children. So we are going as bidders or basically you."
"What are we bidding for ?"
"You'll see soon." Playfullness was clearly visible in his eyes.
But I didn't bother to ask again whatever it is I know he will bid the most. Christian doesn't take defeat at all.
"Nervous?" He asked.
"A lil bit...since it's my first event as your wife. "
"I am with you nothing will go wrong."
"I hope so." We reached the venue for fundraiser and as expected our car was surrounded by media. These bastards won't let us breathe.
"Come out when I ask you to." Christian said and exited the car.
He and Zorawar both came to my side opened the door for me.
Zorawar making a way for us and Christian holding me as tight as possible.
We reached at the interview desk set up for the guests where Christian answered some business related questions and I smiled like a statue.
His hand never leaving mine. After the continuous dialogue between reporters and Christian for 10 minutes the question of the night popped. .........
"Mr. Knight do you think your wife will be a good mother to your daughter ?"
My body got numbbed and my eyes opened a few extra inches. Christian looked at me with a smirk and then his jaw clenched when he again looked at the reporters.
"I appreciate your guts to ask such a question directly to me.
My wife , my better half Sarah is the best mother to my daughter.
Before me she put Blue as her priority it is one of the reason I love her and my respect seemingly increases for her for her love towards my daughter.
" the entire group of reporters applaused on the answer of Christian.
My nerves relaxed a lil and a small smile spread on my lips.
"By the way....watch your mouth Mr. Debris....I usually am not nice to people who question my family. Consider yourself lucky that my wife was with me else the answer won't be just verbal. "
He just held my hand and one last glance to the reporters and we went inside. He was angry and I could tell by his touch.
"Don't be angry Christian. It's their job to trigger you and make you speak something you don't want to . So relax."
And his head nodded as an answer to my statement.
Typical. We reached the main event area filled with so many famous faces.
Even Marilyn Mint was there. The hot top model of the hour.
But Christian just greeted the business fellows of his and I just accompanied him speaking where I knew I had to.
His hand was set on my waist. Finally the announcement for starting the bidding was made and we settled on our tables.
"Ladies and gentlemen we appreciate your presence at the fundraiser event for orphan children. Specially the newly weds Mr. And Mrs. Knight thank you for your graceful presence. "
Everyone turned towards where we were sitting and so many eyes were on us. Nervousness was on peak but Christian didn't show any emotion he just nodded to the announcer.
The auction started from some antique art pieces and jewellery pieces. People were bidding money like paper. And my husband was one of them.
"I didn't know you were an art enthusiast Christian. "
"Why do you think I married you then Sarah....you are the best I have collected ."
"Charming words from a CEO for a fake wife."
"Stop calling yourself fake wife...you are just my WIFE."
I smiled at him because fake wife were the only words that annoyed him the most. Though they were true and yes we were pretending to be a couple but he still hated it.
"To wrap up the night we have the most artistic piece. A date with the most handsome and charming man we have with us tonight. Mr. CHRISTIAN KNIGHT. "
My eyes widened on what the next thing was for auction. A date with Christian. "Is she serious Christian. "
"She is ... .. . Sarah....I volunteered for this and you have to make the highest bid of the night. Go as high as you want to go. Don't even think about money just earn me for a date. Okay."
"But....Christian " and he left for the stagd before I could finish. I have no idea how high I can go with the bids. What if I did too much or what if someone bid more than me everytime. I snapped out of my thoughts when the announcer said
"Bidding starts from $30000 USD for a date with this young man."
"$30000 " a lady raised her hand.
"$40000" another one.
"$50000" and another one. I was numb for a moment when bidding start but when I looked at Christian his eyes said to me..."you got this Sarah." And I made my bid of.....
"$80000"
"Ooohhh the wife has entered the game ladies. $80000 from Mrs. Knight" a small smile spread on Christian's face.
"$100,000 " Marilyn Mint said. I was shocked that she made a bid but ofcourse every lady was drooling over my husband and she was no exception.
"$ 120,000 " I said.
"$150,000" another bid from Marilyn mint .
"$200,000 " back off...that's my husband. She looked at me with furious eyes but my expressions remained calm and cool.
"$250,000" this bitch I uttered under my breath.
"$350,000"
"My goodness...$350,000 from Mrs. Knight. She won't let anyone take her husband away. " the announcer said what was on my mind.
"$375,000" Marilyn Mint .
I didn't bid for a moment and kept quiet. Her eyes already gleaming in victory.
"$375,000 one" the announcer started to make the final bid.
"$375,000 two"
"$500,000 USD for my HUSBAND" I made my move. And the entire room laughed at Marilyn Mint's face. From victory to defeat...real quick. I glanced at Christian who was trying his best to hid his laugh.
"$500,000 1 , 2 and 3 ....Mrs. knight you have a date with Mr. Knight ."
Finally I smiled with my teeth and everyone applaused for my victory. $500000 for a date with my own husband. Wooww....
Christian stepped down the stage and made a way towards me . Held my hand and kissed it.
"Well done wifey..."
"I hate to share what's mine." I said what I meant.
"I think you were too harsh for taking that pause before your last bid."
"It was worthed. After all I got the applause from all. And this much attitude is necessary to be Mrs. Knight. Isn't it"
"Someone is liking their new title."
"I am hungry Christian. Buy me food please."
"Your husband owns a restaurant "
"And still his wife is hungry."
We smiled at each other and left for our DATE. The food is amazing at Christian's hotel and to celebrate the win Christian ordered one of the finest and oldest wine. It was the best I had in my entire life.
"So finally give me a date Christian. "
"For?"
"For our contract to end ." I can't ask this question when I am sober. Now I was drunk and so was he.
"This is not the right time to discuss Sarah. You are drunk."
"Stop being so bossy and answer me ."
"Let's get you home and we'll talk in the morning. "
Before I could rebel he lifted me up bridal side and escorted me to the car. His touch will be death of me.
"Can I kiss you." Stop it Sarah.
No response at all. But his hold tightened on me. And his jaw clenched. Was that a sign of something.
I was too drunk to understand it so I just smiled. He drove us to the home and again lifted me up in his strong arms and dropped me on the bed.
"Christian "
"Sarah"
"Stop acting like you don't want me."
"Wine doesn't go well for you. We'll avoid it in the future."
"Don't change the topic. Answer me. You want me or not. I have my needs either you satisfy them or someone else will."
With a snap of seconds his lips crashed mine...........