Relationship Status: Mafia

Chapter 20

Matsuo POV

Everything has gone to plan, and the debt to Alice will soon be cleared. Zhen looked at me from the couch with a frown displayed on his face. He's complained since I let Alice go to the spa. He thinks Alice wouldn't be satisfied with the spa as a way to resolve my debt. He mentioned something about all she truly wants is her freedom.

Women like this sort of treatment, I know this for a fact. However, Alice wasn't an ordinary woman, so I allowed Anne to join her since they'd gotten close. That should suffice for the debt I'm in with the cop. Even if she doesn't truly desire the lavish treatment of today, it's all I can give her, and it'll have to be enough.

The elevator arrived, and the room service provided dinner. The staff filed in, pushing carts of food I'd selected for tonight's meal. All that was left was for Alice to arrive.

She was supposed to arrive soon. As I glance down at my watch, I notice that more than enough time has slipped away. I bounced on my toes while curling my fingers into a fist. If there's one thing I hated more than someone telling me no, it was tardiness. Alice was pushing it.

Zhen noticed sitting up straight while letting out an annoyed sigh.

"Want me to see what's taking so long?"

"No." I walk towards the elevator. "Make sure everything is set up and everyone is out by the time I return."

As I planned for the day, the spa was closed off to the rest of the hotel guests. I did it as a precaution so Alice and Anne would have it to themselves. Also, Anne wouldn't stir up trouble and involve other people.

When I walked through the double doors, the employees were surprised by my presence. I never come down to this floor ever. Usually, I'll send one of the men to attend to the business matters concerning the spa. Speaking of my men, Len got to his feet quickly when he noticed me. The other unfortunate guard lounged in a chair, his head tilted back and sleeping peacefully. I roughly kick his foot, which causes his eyes to fly open. The shock made him scramble to his feet.

"Sir-

"Where is she?" I glared at him as he stuttered, trying to form words.

I will deal with him later.

"One of the young ladies is in the back." An older woman from behind the reception desk chimed in.

"Only one?" I give her an angered look, and her eyes widen when I slowly turn around. "Where is the other?"

"She left, sir." I saw fear in her eyes, so I softened my expression.

She doesn't know my situation. However, my men and Anne are the only ones who know. My glare falls back on Len, who winces taking a step back.

I stomp away towards the back of the spa, checking each room. All were empty, and anger boiled within me with each passing minute. If Alice walked out of there, Len will pay dearly. Anne was also supposed to stay with her as well, so I will speak with her later.

There is one room I'm yet to check, and if Alice isn't in there, I will hunt her down and lock her up never to see daylight again.

Slowly, I open the door to a room lit with candles. The smell of flowers filled my nose and made me sneeze. My eyes adjust to the lack of light and I finally see the cop through the steam.

Alice was sleeping.

She was in the tub wearing a white bikini, which my eyes trailed down to. My eyes travel back up, watching her lashes flutter deep in sleep. Her dark hair was pulled up into a bun, revealing her neck and shoulders. Fighting the urge to stare longer, I wrench my eyes away. The door creaked slightly when I moved just a hair and woke up Alice. She was startled awake and flinched at my presence.

Instinctively, I wanted to retreat, but I stood firm and glared at Alice. She used her arms to cover her chest and sank lower into the water.

"Didn't Anne tell you I had something else planned?" I completely step into the room now scolding her.

"I fell asleep." She spoke in a hushed voice barely audible.

Alice stood up in the tub as flower petals clung to her body. My eyes lingered down to her legs. However, she cleared her throat, forcing me to look away. I turn with my back to her, speaking over my shoulder.

"Hurry out of the tub and get dressed." I slam the door behind me and finally let out a breath. The image of her was sadly forever seared into my mind.

When the cop was fully clothed, she followed me to the elevator. An awkward silence fell upon us on the ride up to the penthouse as we stood as far apart as possible. I anxiously loosened my tie before stuffing my hands into my slacks.

The sound of the elevator arriving at the penthouse saved me from my inflicted torture.

Alice followed me to the dining table. The food is laid out with a variety of choices to my liking. Alice stood in silence behind me, and I heard her stomach growl.

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