Chapter Forty-eight : We Are In This Together (2/2)

Suddenly his expression turned serious and my brows drew together, as I wondered what went wrong.

I slowly drew back to get a clearer view of his face ”What? ” I asked.

” Why do you stick by me though I'm one hell of a difficult man to understand ? ” Came Nik's cryptic question.

My eyes twitched, what in the world is he talking about? I shook my head ” I don't understand”

”Why do you stay with me even though I said I was never going to love you ? I'm not the best man and hell! there are many men out there who would love you the way you've always wanted. Come to think of it, I'm rude, arrogant ,domineering, possessive, sometimes selfish and -”

”Sarcastic ” I added on my own accord.

”Well ” He shrugged those broad shoulders and gave me a wry smile ” You've said it yourself , Maya. So why do you still stand by me? I only promised you dedication and care, and I'll definitely wouldn't beat you if you decide to leave . So why haven't you walked away for all you care? ”

”Hmm” I breathed, pursing my lips thoughtfully ”Well” I said, leaned closer and flung my arms around his neck.

”I'm not going to lie to you , but I've thought about it and I've been searching for the one ”

For someone talking about letting me go If I wanted to leave,his expression said otherwise; He looked like he would murder any guy who dares to approach me.

I went on ”Truthfully Niklaus, I've found him ” His grip on my waist tightened to the point of hurting which I'm sure he hasn't noticed.

But I continued nevertheless ” And to tell you the gospel truth he's the best out there. He is

187.96 centimeters in height ” I described, looking at him from the head to the sole of his feet while his hand on my waist loosened, confusion now apparent in his eyes.

”He has this silkiest of hair that I just want to run my hands through all day ” I said, acting out my word as I raked my hand through his soft chocolate coloured hair.

” And these sharp straight brows ” I said tracing his brows ” His long lashes ” I traced it too - his lashes could make a woman jealous.

”And his lips, attractive and irresistibly kissable ” I said and gave a short smooch on his lips ” I love everything about him ”

”As hot and distracting as you sound right now Maya, I still need the truth ” He stated once he realized I was referring to him.

”Simple, you gave me your word and you're doing your best to keep to it.”

” May-” Nik tried to argue but I didn't give him the chance.

” No Nik , let's tell ourselves the truth 'How many years does the feeling of love lasts in a marriage? Eight? Ten? Eleven? no, tell me? ” I questioned and I saw his mouth open and close helplessly.

”But then what keeps those marriages going after the feeling of love expires is the dedication, commitment, promise, trust and care they have for one another.These days, even the most perfect couples made in heaven break up and divorce.” I said firmly. It was time to pump some sense into his head.

”So next time you begin to question my decision in staying next to you, be sure to remember these very words ' we are in this together ' ” I summarized.

Nik didn't say anything but just gazed into my eyes with this fathomless expression I couldn't describe so I looked away, his gaze was penetrative and burning.

”Moreover” I added with a silly smile ”Who would want to leave a mogul like.... ”

My lips was sealed with a fiery kiss that left me disoriented.This was nothing like the other kisses we've shared , it was as if he was pouring out his soul to me.

But just as I was about to respond to the kiss, two stainless pots were banged together, the noise scaring me out of my wits.