Chapter 133 - One Hundred And Thirty-three : Anything Wrong, Darling? (2/2)

Another perk of Eden coming with us : we would spend all we want without worrying about exhausting his wallet - sigh, it's so good to be rich.

Done with my meal, I announced the news to Pedro and Anabelle who were estactic with joy at the thought of leaving the house; both viewed the beautiful property as a prison notwithstanding the electronic gadgets provided to keep them busy.

Their joy knew no bounds that they rushed their preparation and went out of the house in a twinkle of an eye, waiting expectantly by the driveway for us to arrive.

I didn't put much into the dressing, just a black and white spaghetti strap gown with a pink bomber jacket and sneakers.

”Hey ”

”Hey ”

We checked each other out, Eden was wearing a slim cut t-shirt with a Commuter Trucker Jacket, milk-colored chinos, and white sneakers and his hair was sexily messy as if someone tousled it all day long.

”Let's go,” He said.

I was expecting to pick one of his expensive cars but I was speechless when he rode out of the garage with a red pickup truck.

What the…

”Are you coming or not? ”  Eden flashed me a knowing grin, he went simple today on purpose.

Well, a beggar has no choice. Maybe, being low-key was not such a bad idea, I didn't want to attract attention by the way. Who knows who might be lodging in this village?

We all climbed into the truck and drove off. Perhaps, if that prankster called Isabella was still here, I would've put my guard on but I didn't; Anabelle was such a good kid and we belted out  popular songs till we reached our destination.

The local market was bustling with activities, vendors exhibited their products while dust particles filled the air as people walked up and down the place.

”I want this and this and this and this ”Anabelle binge requested for anything that caught her eyes and Eden would have indulged her, had I not refused.

I managed to convince the little girl to choose the stuff that was practical for her needs and age and not just because it pleased her eyes.

Afterward, we trudged into the clothing line and that was where the senseless spending began.

Compared to the high-end ones found in departmental stores, the clothes bring sold here were obviously lower quality, but were colorful and handmade.

Eden didn't listen to me this time , not to mention the fact he didn't even bargain for the price and just spent his money on whatever articles of clothing he thought would look good on everyone.

My head throbbed, this is why you should never send a rich man to the market! I cried inwardly - This trader was going to be wealthy overnight.

But why was I even complaining? It was his money, not mine. Moreover, I get to gain from the shopping too.

”Young man, you should get this for your beautiful wife ” Another seller dragged him to his stall; surprisingly, Eden followed the middle-aged woman sheepishly.

My face burned at the mention of ”Wife” . Where did this woman come from? How could she surmise I was a married woman? Do I look like a married woman?

”I'm not his -  ” I tried to refute her claim but she didn't even let me speak.

”Shh, don't be embarrassed ” The saleswoman hushed me, ” You must be the type since your husband is not saying anything ”

Eden muffled his laugh with his palm by my side while I glared at him and  mouthed, ”Tell her it's not true ”

”Stop denying it already ” She hit me on the shoulder playfully, ” You can deny your husband but not your children ”

My jaw dropped this time.

The talkative seller stretched her neck out to catch a glimpse of Pedro and Anabelle who were still making their choices in the previous stall.

”Especially that small one, the girl; she's your perfect copy except she took her father's eyes ” She observed.

Eden was enjoying this, I could tell from his snicker ; he didn't even make an effort to clear this misunderstanding.

”Though the boy doesn't take after you nor your husband, he must have resembled someone from your family, hehe ”

”They are not my children! I'm not married yet !” I screamed inwardly, why was this woman such a loudmouth?

”You wanted me to get my wife something from your shop” Eden reminded her the main purpose of coming here .

But he hooked his arm around my waist and brought me closer, pressing me to his side.

Suddenly, an  evil thought crossed my mind: I reciprocated his embrace by wrapping my arm too around his waist but pinched him so hard his face contorted.

”Is anything the matter? ” The saleswoman noticed the ugly look on Eden's face.

”No ” I answered quickly and faced him, ” Is anything wrong, darling? ”