CHASING SUNRISE

Chapter 16: Nanny

I busied myself and turn my full attention to my work, just to forget everything. I blocked every thoughts about him, everything than can be reminded of him. I drained myself into working overtimes until I'm finally tired.

I didn't cry as I have no more tears to give, I'm totally numb, he's right I'm insensitive. My way of turning my focus is taking a toll on me, overworked leads me to overfatigue, no appetite and less sleep, and it's not very helpful.

When I visited the office of ACC yesterday for our weekly client meeting, I cannot really focus. Thankfully, Kevin must be able to sense it, because he cut the meeting abruptly, just two hours from the normal 4-6 hours discussions. I went straight home, and asked Jessica that I'll be taking a half day off, as I'm not really feeling well.

Unfortunately, I woke up today with fever and sore muscles. I only informed Jessica and finally doze off.

A wet cloth is already dumped on my forehead, causing me to stir from my sleep. I'm no longer aware of the time as my eyes is so heavy to open, and a terrible headache is bugging me. This is really bad. I don't know what is happening but I can sense someone is inside my home.

Hey, your awake. I knew that voice. Eat first, so you can drink this meds.

I didn't answer him as I don't have strength.

Please, at least have some soup. It will help you gain your strength.

Aeon is seated right in front of me, with his business suit, and a tablespoon of soup ready to feed me.

How did you get inside? I'll be fine. You can go.

Nope, so don't be a stubborn head and eat this.

Silence.

Aahhh... please?

I can eat by myself. But I really have no strength to at least hold the bowl. So, I give in to his feeding, just two tablespoon and I'm good. I drank my meds and sleep.

It was already dark when I wake up, and Aeon is still on my side.

You still have a fever Celine. You need to eat.

It's getting late, you can go. Sorry to bother you.

Nope, not until you eat.

He's adding up to my headache. But I still obliged, not wanting to have another argument with him. I hope he'll be gone after this.

I was stirred around half past one in the early morning of Saturday, with Aeon beside me sleeping quietly and he's arms again on my torso. By looking at him, this close, he has a worried, tired face. As much as I want to wake him up and send him home, I choose not to, and just continued with my sleep.

My fever has gone down the following morning. Aeon already left. Finally. The moment I force myself to get up, the front door to my living room suddenly opens and a bright smile from him greeted me. He just changes his business clothes into a casual polo shirt and shorts, with him are fruits and grocery plastics bags.

Good morning to my beautiful Queen. How are you feeling?

I didn't react, but I notice that he already has a spare key.

Oh this? Lance gave me a duplicate! Hahaha!

All you need to do and take a rest, relax and get well, and I'll do the rest.

I ignore him, and went straight to the restroom and back to my living room to watch for some news.

He prepared a pancake, orange juice and sliced fruit for our breakfast. He even washed dishes and tidied up my room. For lunch, he prepares a beef stew, while dinner are pasta and chicken.

You might be looking for a nanny Celine? I'm looking for a job, you know. I could wipe out the grin from his face.

I only look at him. Still on a grumpy mood. We are having our dinner, and is talking civilly.

How about a nurse, or a caregiver?

My salary is not enough to pay a CEO. And I'll be poor by then.

How about if I hire you to be my lawyer?

No, thanks.

I'm serious Celine. Think about it.

No, never.

Okay, then I'll volunteer to be your nanny from now on, for free. Then he winks at me.

I just sigh at him. He won't badge anyways and he's not taking a no for an answer.

I'll never get better If you're always around, Aeon.

Then good, more reason for me to stay here longer.

Sometimes, you are so annoying.

And you love me for who I was before.

That was before, and there will be no after.

You really are better Celine. Hahaha! You can now point out your arguments.