Crossing The Devils Path

chap 21

Richa's pov:
I really liked Richard's shopping idea.  I really thought it would be fun. Throughout the way in the car, all I kept thinking was what would I shop for him.  But it was actually the first time I was out on the streets of London.  Ever since Richard bought me to London all my time was spent in the mansion. I love exploring. New places so here was my chance.
I looked outside the window with awe and appreciation in my eyes.  Suddenly I  heard a chuckle and I turned to see Richard. He was trying hard not to laugh.
"what?" i asked
"Nothing ironica. It's just that you look so engrossed in looking outside". He said smiling
" ohh" I blushed.
" you can't blame me for that. You had sort of kept me hostage inside your masion for so long." I said  looking down.
He places his hand on mine and I looked up to meet his blue eyes. They were filled with guilt and unhappiness. 
" I am sorry Richa. From now on you can go wherever you like" he said giving me a sad smile.
" Really?" I asked excitedly.
" Really " he said
" I love exploring places can you take me some place like that. Maybe some abandoned mansion in a forest or something "  I asked dramatically.
"seriously?"  he asked" usually all girls or women want to explore is shopping malls or dolce,  gucci,  gabbana stores."
"Hey you are totally being stereotypes.  I am not against shopping. But i like abandoned places closed down stuff too. Its interesting to know why where they shut or abandoned in the first place." I explained
" Wow you are so different Richa. You are.." he trailed off
" I am what Richie rich?" I asked nudging him.
" Intriguing " he said smirking.
" Thank you" I said faking a  bow.
We both laughed at that.

After a while the car stopped and we both got down. Richard got down first and held his hand forward for me to come out. He was behaving like a total gentleman and I was thankful for it. I mean who doesn't like being pampered.
We both then proceeded to the first store we saw. It was a fancy not to mention very expensive store. It was the kind of place where you wouldn't want to touch anything due to the fear that you might spoil it. I was lost in thought when i felt a nudge.
"Ok go. You shop for me first." Richard whispered 
I nodded and he walked behind me.  I chose a few tshirts and 2 shirts for him. I told him to try them.on while i waited for him outside the changing room.
"you can come in if you like" he winked while i huffed and pushed him inside. In a while he came outside after trying the shirts. One after the other i gave my approval. He said that my choice was classy and he really liked the shirts too. When he went inside to change again I was lost in thoughts when he a hand on my shoulder startled me.
"hey"  he said
I turned around to see none other then Sam.
" hey " I said awkwardly.
"What are you doing here he?"
asked
"Shopping" I replied in a duh tone
" Nice shirts. Your choice?" he asked
" Yeah"
"you know you remind me of someone I met long ago"
Yeah and you didn't know how to value her.
" yeah that's what every other guy says" I smirked
" Its a cliche pick up line Sam"
"hey I was serious. Your smile is very familiar" he said stepping closer to me.
His hand snaked around my waist and he brought his lips close to my ear.
"Hmm Rachael you smell amazing" he said. His breath tickling my skin and all I could do was stand there in shock.
What a pervert.
I pushed him back, harshly.
"What the heck do you think you are doing" I heard someone say.
Thankgod Richard.  I love you for saving me. Woah what did I say love? Ughhhh!
I was too caught up in my thoughts to see hear what was going on. But a thud noise brought me back to reality.
I saw that Sam's lip was bleeding and so were Richard's knuckles. Sam was sprawled on d floor while Richard was fuming with anger. The next thing I know is that Sam is up and he tried to punch Richard but he caught his hand mid air. This time he only pushed him back and before anyone could react, Richard pulled me in his arms and smashed his lips on mine.
His breath was minty and fresh. When I didn't react Richard put bith his hands on my hips and pulled my body close to his. Thankfully there were clothes in my hand which resulted in a little space between our bodies. My mind remembered that Sam was standing there and that moment without a second thought i dropped the clothes and returned Richard's kiss with the same fervour and passion as his. His tongue roamed in my mouth and the feeling of his lips on mine made me weak. After a while we heard footsteps and from the corner of my eye I saw Sam leave. I was about to pull away but Richard tightened his hold om my body. We kissed senselessly untill we were out of breath. Then we both pulled away to catch up on our breathing.
"You have time only till tonight. Please make it a yes. I really like you baby" he said.  His eyes were raw with emotions and  I felt so bad that i didn't have an answer.
I looked down trying to avoid his gaze and he lifted my chin with his fingers.
" listen to me carefully" he said. " you do like me Richa and I know that. You wouldn't have returned my kiss atleast  not the second time if you didn't.  You just don't know what you are feeling apparently. After we go back home take all the time you want till dinner to think about me. But promise me that if you feel anything for me you will not run away from it. You will tell me the truth.  If it's a no, I will leave ypu alone and not pester you. It will be strictly professional or as friends however you want. Promise me Richa " he said cupping my face.
I wanted to cry so badly. Behind my brave and confident look I had always been miserable when it came to my emotions. But no one ever saw that, I didn't let them see through the wall i made around myself. But Richard was hammering hard at the walls i built with so much difficulty. I couldn't keep my facade in front of him. No man had ever been so considerate of me and at the same time force me to understand what I am feeling towards them.
For the first time in a really long time I listened to my heart. I looked at Richard and let him see through me. We stared at each other and I hugged him. He immediately comforted me with his warmth.  After a while I looked up at him and replied
" I promise." with unshed tears in my eyes.
He held my hand and whispered
" Pick up the clothes and lets  enjoy our day " he smiled at me and I blushed for some reason.
I did as he said,  we paid the bill and left the store.
We were walking hand in hand. My hand fit in his hand,  just like a jigsaw puzzle piece. As if our hands were made for each other to hold on to. He followed my gaze to.our hands, bringing up our entwined fingers he kissed the back of my hand. We both smiled and continued walking.
I saw a nice store and pulled him inside it. The dresses were beautiful and suddenly excitement surged through me. The store was empty,  I went to where the clothes were hanging and started to browse through them. I turned around to see Richard talking to the woman, who from the looks of it looked like the owner of the store. She looked at Richard wide eyed before he placed his credit card in her hands. She took it happily and walked to the entrance and locked the door from inside.  She came back inside an went to a room. When she came out she hand a board with ahd the word
" CLOSED " written in capital letters.
I went to Richard hurriedly thinking it was time for the store to shut.
" Richard let's leave,  they are closing" I said sadly
" Only for outsiders not for us baby" he said.
I looked at Richard witha confused expression. The woman came up to us and said
" Sir as per your orders you can shop peacefully now". She said formally.
Oh my god! He paid extra just so that we both could shop alone? Wow this guy is a Suprise package.
Richard pulled me with him and started selecting dresses from the rack while I checked him out. He looked hot from every angle and his aura screamed dominance. For some reason I found that very attractive.
"stop drooling over me" he chuckled while coming beside me.
" In your dreams baby" I smirked.
He closed his eyes and when he opened them one emotion was clearly visible in them....lust.
" I like that word from your mouth" he said licking his lips.
Saving myself from the embarassment I quickly walkes to the changing room.
When I started  trying my dresses i realised he had chosen all short and mini dresses for me. I caught myself blushing at the thought of Richard's gaze raking all over my body. Trying to be confident i stepped out after trying my first dress.
It was blue and black and reached mid thigh. It was completely backless till my lower back leaving nothing to.imagination. When I stepped in front of Richard he gasped and called me to him.
I was standing in front of him when he pulled me onto his lap. His one hand where stroking my back while his other hand was on thigh. My body burnt under his touch.
" you look ravishing" he said and started kissing me.  His mouth travelled frm my ear to my jaw. Then from my neck to the swell of my breasts. I moaned unable to understand the sensations that were taking over my body.
" lets have the remaining show at home" he said and told the lady to pack all the other dresses he chose.
We were now back in the car with Richard's jacket drapped over me. He said he didn't want other men's lustful eyes all over me. I just looked down and nodded. The thought of him.being possessive over me made my heart do flips.
I sighed looking out of the window while his hands were around my shoulder.
I nedd to tell him about sameer soon. But how will he react? Most importantly how will I react if he says he wants to continue his revenge.
" I wish I can make that bastard pay for breaking your heart. I will  break every bone in his body and not stop till he cries for mercy on my feet. Even then I might not be satisfied untill i snap his ne.." I cut him off putting a finger on his lips."I like you too" i said but one more thought floated in my mind.
Not you but i will definitely make him pay for everything he has done to us. That was a silent promise i made to myself.
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