His Contractual Mistress || Liskook Adaptation

Chapter: 41

Lisa followed Mrs Flores inside her unit. It was spacious. The penthouse is only one floor and two-bedroom, with enough space for the kitchen next to the living room.

And in the middle of her garden is a small fountain surrounded by both imported and local plants that bloom breathtakingly. Mrs Flores also has hanging plants around the ceiling of her penthouse.

And on the terrace, which Jungkook made sure was spacious enough to place a small garden for the tenants, it has a coffee table and two sofas where Mrs Flores spent her time reading her books or having tea with her friends that also lived in the same building.

"Would you stay for tea?" Mrs Flores asked Lisa after she placed the shopping bags on the counter.

"Ah, we might turn down your invitation, ma'am. I would love to, but Jungkook has work to finish." Lisa politely declined the old lady's offer.

"That's what I'm talking about. He has a lot of work to do, but he gives you time to accompany you shopping. Not to mention, it's not a supermarket but a public fish market."

Lisa smiled at how the old lady seemed thrilled while stating it. The old lady must have a beautiful love story, and she referred to her husband's thoughtfulness in going shopping in a fish market. She commented, "I could see that your late husband used to accompany you shopping."

"Oh, yes! He always picked me up from the school I work as a teacher, and together we will go to a public market and buy everything we need to make dinner!"

"That was wonderful, ma'am. Instead of going out for dinner or takeout, you give time to make meals for your family. No wonder your son spends time visiting you even for a short time. I'm sure just to share a meal with you."

"I am glad, yes. It made me miss the times when they were little and my husband was still alive." Mrs Flores swept her eyes to the wall, filling them with photos of her family. Sadness exhibits in her eyes, but it also shone pride in them. It only shows she had many wonderful memories with her family.

Mrs Flores claps her hands and says, "Well then! I took too much of your time while your boyfriend was waiting outside. Thank you for helping me."

"You're welcome, ma'am." Lisa smiled at the old lady. She was always close to aged women because she always remembers her late grandmother Meredith.

Mrs Flores escorted Lisa to the door. She thanked Jungkook for sparing time to accompany her back to her unit.

"If you find any problem in your unit, Mrs Flores. Please, reach out to the Building Maintenance office, ma'am."

"Oh, I will! Thank you for making our lives comfortable, Mr Jeon."

"It's my pleasure, ma'am," Jungkook replied politely before he and Lisa walked toward the elevator.

"Have a wonderful night for the both of you!"

"Good night, Mrs Flores!" Lisa waved at the lady before she stepped inside the elevator.

Talking to older ladies brings gladness to her heart. She was fond of them because they were equipped with good values and became wiser from all they learned in life throughout the years they overcome all the circumstances laid in their path.

Well, not everyone acts their age, though. She also came across those arrogant old women who think highly of themselves. But she always has faith in humanity. There are good people out there, and she felt blessed to find people she treasures now.

Jungkook didn't leave his eyes staring at Lisa. He noticed how it brightened up her face after their brief encounter with Mrs Flores. He thinks Lisa had a soft spot for older women. Something he admired about her.

Now alone in the elevator, Jungkook casually looks in her direction. She could feel his burning gaze on her face, which made her blush again.

Lisa let out a breath when they arrived at the top floor. Jungkook's penthouse has a spacious lounge the moment you step out of the elevator.

The door is located in the right corner, and next to it is a rectangular floor-ceiling window that gives more light to the lounge aside from the chandelier in the middle of the ceiling and lamps hung on the walls.

It was completely peaceful up here from the noises below the building and traffic in the neighbouring streets.

Lisa quietly follows Jungkook inside his penthouse. She watched him place the ice bucket on the sink and wash his hands after.

"Where should I place these fish?" he asked. Jungkook knew where to put them, but he wanted to make sure he would place them correctly as Lisa organized his refrigerator very well.

"About that, you don't have to worry. Let me do it. You can start your work now."

"Alright! Then, I'm going upstairs now."

"Okay... I'll make a light snack for us!"

"Sounds great!"

Both of them seem to have other things in mind they wanted to share, but both of them are having second thoughts.

Jungkook smiled before he turned around and walked toward the staircase. He glanced at Lisa. He wanted to talk with her about something, but his work is waiting already.

While Lisa put the fish in the fridge, Jungkook went to his bedroom and took a quick shower. He put on another business suit and went to his study; opening his laptop.

Later on, Lisa headed to the study. In her hand is a tray she placed a bowl of seaweed salad with unripe tomatoes and cucumber. Lisa used an Apple cider, and she added black pepper and sesame seeds to the salad. On another plate are lettuce and a small bowl of mayonnaise she mixes with banana ketchup and three tablespoons of apple cider, and she sprinkles a little black pepper powder.

Lisa halted in front of the door. She noticed Jungkook left it open, and she guessed he intended to leave it this way.

Using her right foot, Lisa pushes the door, and she finds Jungkook having a FaceTime meeting the moment with his foreign investors.

She entered the study with careful steps not to make any sound and walked toward the coffee table and placed the tray.

Jungkook could see how Lisa was very precise in her movement. It is one thing that impresses him. Something he ponders is whether Lisa was just obedient after he included them in their agreement.

He quoted that he doesn't like noise, especially during the time he will work at night. Now he somewhat regrets that. He realized he sounded rude.

But he could see that Lisa has a great personality and sensitivity. She could handle things and played them well.

And when it comes to his work, she is always careful not to bother him. He could see that she was brought up wonderfully. Her family must also be wonderful people, which is why he is keen to meet them one day.

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A/n-  My pre-boards have started and these will end around ~24th January then, I'll have some extra classes and stringent practice for the entire month of February and the final board exams will be starting from 21st February and ending by 21st March; so my updates might not be quite regular:((((  

If I do get some spare time I'll post, otherwise I hope for your understanding.