Contract Marriage for 7 Days - Chapter 32：Night 2(3)

“Then let me show you around.” He said and we walk towards the table that was most close. With his arm wrapped around my waist all the time.

The table was surrounded by at least 15 other people. A girl in a very professional suit was taking the bets. The table had a spinning wheel. And yea I have seen this kind of wheel in movies. But how they were placing the bets I really couldn’t get it. I was still trying to get the things or what people were trying to say when I feel his gaze. I looked at him just to found his mouth really close to my cheek. Someone said his bet with a loud voice gaining my attention towards the table again but I felt his lips brushing against my ear.

“That’s a Roulette Wheel. You can pick the color either black or red. Or you can choose the number as odd or even. Or you can also choose a specific number just by calling its name.” He explained. And I can bet his voice can’t be more seductive. I was listening to him while keeping my gaze on the table.

That sounds easy. I thought. But then I noticed that the girl was looking at me. And then I heard Alex whisper in my ear.

“Call your bet.” He told me.

I turned to look at him and said. “Odd number.”

I knew I didn’t say it loud but that girl heard it anyways. She threw the metal ball in the wheel. I was looking at the wheel. A part of me was excited to know the results. But the ball was still swirling in the big bowl when he whispered.

“Ummm. You lost it.” He predicted beforehand. But yes when the results were out, that prediction turns out to be true. The ball fell in the number 16. The air echoed with yay or nay. Did I lose too? If yes, then how much? That was the thought that first came into my mind.

“How much I lost?” I asked him while praying that it’s not too much. He gestured the girl and she answered. “15000 dollars sir.” and my mouth fell open. That’s my whole savings for the last 4 years.

“Relax, honey. It’s on me. You just play and have fun.” He said and I look at him in shock. Is this man serious? 15000 dollars is no joke. But then who cares If he doesn’t care.

I turn to the girl and start calling my bets. And I lost every single game. And I was so happy about the situation. Yes, I want him to go broke today. I steal the glances to gauge his reaction but he was still chill. Even when we know I have lost 90 thousand dollars. I want to see him depressed but I was not getting it. Losing 8 games in a row I saw a small smile at his face. He leaned in and whisper in my ear.

“Go for no. 6. And bet 100000 dollars.” I was shocked. I mean he was not just picking odd or even. He was telling me to pick a number which will ultimately make the probability to zero. But who cares Jane? You want him to get a big blow.

I did the same. I called my bets. But the moment ball rolled in my heart skipped a beat. After all, it was one hundred thousand dollars we are talking about. The time seemed like it’s stuck. The moment the ball got stuck in one of the slots I leaned closer to have a good look on the number. But before I could see the number the girl called its 6.

OMG. I won 100 thousand dollars. I wanted to scream in joy or go wild dancing like a maniac but before I could utter a word or even show my reaction to the news he pulled me in and took my lips in his mouth. I was shocked for a second or two but then I kissed him back while placing both hands on his cheeks.

The kiss went for some seconds. I hurriedly took a look around us. All of the people were busy calling their bets. Thank God, we didn’t catch the attention of many people. I sighed inwardly.

His phone buzzed. He took a look at the caller I.d and leaned into my ear. “I got some work to deal with. You have fun my honey bun. Keep on loosing. You will make it up to me… Later in my bed.” He said the last part seductively.

“And just in case you got bored you can find me there in the private hall.” He gestured with his finger to the large glass encasing some big hall on the first floor.

How the hell on the earth he can act so naturally like we really a couple. I thought but on his face, I nod my head while curling my lips a little up.

The moment he left. I turn my gaze to the table. Well, I think about why all the people are not giving the money or getting the money but then I think they might have some other way to process the transaction.

Ok, Jane, just make your husband broke and bank defaulted or better a street beggar. I decided firmly. And kept on losing the games while winning the two in the way. I know I am supposed to be happy when I lost but winning the games, were making me happier.

I was still immersed in my game when I felt a hand groping on my butt and a large figure on my left. And I know it’s him. Only he could be this… But then that hand kept on massaging like some shameless. I know I planned to let him do whatever he wants but it was so disgusting. I turned to him to finally realize that it was not Alex.

That man was tall but bulky and bald. And when I say bulky it means having a lot of fats in all the wrong places. My first reaction was to slap his hand away.

“What happened kitten. You liked it a moment ago. So, you don’t like my face or what?” He said while leaning in closer. His mouth was reeking with cigarettes.

I didn’t answer him but I didn’t slap him either. Last time I slapped a man and I pay the price. I was so scared to fight back so I just left the game and turn to left. But the next moment that man’s hand grabbed my right arm roughly and yanked me to him.

“You see….. We can do it with lights off…. Believe me, you are leaving the chance to have the most fun night.” He said the words all in while pulling me in more. Until his chest banged into mine.

His fingers were digging the flesh on my arm. His words made me feel like a whore. I look here and there but no one was paying attention. I tried to deal with the situation more maturely.

“Look, mister. I am not looking for anything tonight. Go find someone else.” I tried to call him off. Though his acts didn’t deserve to be met with my kind words, I couldn’t risk another maniac going after me. Alex was more than enough.

“Oh, yea….” He said. “But then why you are flaunting these heavenly tits…. “He said while grabbing my left boob. I jerked him away and didn’t let him finish his sentence.

I was so scared and shocked. A tear slipped onto my cheek. I hurriedly turned around while rubbing the back of my hand on my tears. I rushed to the female bathroom and took my time to calm myself. But the tears won’t stop coming. This plan idea was bullshit. I don’t belong here. I am stuck in a world that is not mine.

I might have taken 15 mins. When I came out I don’t find that man much to my relief. I looked towards that hall and grabbing my dress in my hands helped me to take the stairs. Double big wooden doors were standing in all their mighty. I pushed open the door just to find a whole new place. It was calmer than the ground floor. Hall had the tables too but people were not joying over their winnings or yelling in frustration. Some were just standing and socializing. And the women here were equipped with the latest collection brands. Make it dress, jewelry or their shoes. All of it screamed money. Some women were sitting on the table and playing like a veteran. While most of the girls were standing behind some men. It looks like they were supporting them by standing behind them.

I was taking in all the details when I locate Alex. And the moment his gaze fell on me he extended his arm. Giving me a gesture to come by his side. I obliged and stand beside him.

The person to whom he was talking before waited for Alex to introduce us. But he didn’t. And we did what we were supposed to do. We look at Alex and gave him questioning looks.

He huffed in frustration. “Jane, it’s Austin Morgan. And Mr. Morgan it’s Jane.” He said clearly showing that he doesn’t want to introduce us.

To irritate him more I said “Hi” to Austin and even extended my hand. He took my hand and kissed it. Ok, I didn’t expect it. But Austin didn’t seem creepy. The way that person was behaving showed that he is one true gentleman in all of these men.

“Alex, can I talk to you for a moment.” Some tall man shows up behind us and he looked quite impatient.

Alex left me and Austin alone. I was still thinking about what I could possibly talk about with him. When this person said. “You don’t look like someone who would hang out with Alex.” He inquired. And I gave him a confused look.

“What do you exactly mean?” I asked with confidence. But in heart, I wonder if I had done something wrong.

“Nothing, I am sorry. I didn’t mean to pry. Ummm. Are you coming to Den’s wedding? I mean if you are with Alex. Together. No, I mean… If you still be together with him until then. Oh no, I am saying too much. You know it’s Alex we are talking about.” He literally stutters two or three words.

“Relax,” I said and gave him a chance to take his breath.

“Why are you stuttering?” I asked him sincerely with a sweet smile. He is just so cute and his cheeks were chubby.

“It’s you. You are so beautiful. It’s intimidating.” He complimented.

Is he for real? Me?

But the compliment gave me more confidence. “When is the wedding?” I asked but this time with a smile.

“In two months.” was his reply.

“I will definitely won’t be with Alex that long,” I said with a sarcastic smile and we both broke into a laugh.

“No, Jane you are coming. That is my brother’s wedding and I am still looking out for some date.” He requested my company. And though his face looked so adorable and I was having a hard time rejecting him but I have to do this.

“I am sorry but I don’t think I can man….” I couldn’t complete my sentence as he cut me off by putting his hand on his heart like it’s hurting. I again laugh at how much dramatic he could get.

I was still laughing at his actions when I felt a grip around my waist. I look beside me to find Alex. And he looked tense.

“Hey, Austin. Let me have my company back. Tell Dan that I will call him.” Alex told Austin.

“Bye, Jane. I hope to see you soon.” Austin said. And wave his hand.

I couldn’t help and pass him a little smile.

I felt Alex’s body tense. But I could see it was not about Austin. And thinking about what it could be I felt tense too.

I found that we were heading towards a large green table. Four other people were sitting on that table already. Every man had a girl standing behind him. And yes, they look quite slutty.

I figured out that I was supposed to stand behind Alex too. And yea, I don’t have any problem with it. A lot of girls in the room were doing the same.

But what happened next took me by surprise. Alex pulled out the chair but didn’t sit. It took me a few seconds to realize that he was holding the chair for me.

I gladly took the seat and passed a smile towards the people who were on the table. But it freaked me out when none of them returned the smile and were literally ogling at my cleavage.

My throat went dry. And I felt really uncomfortable. I was still thinking about what to do when I found Alex taking a seat beside me. Our seats were close enough. And his hand grabbed my thigh.

I almost calmed myself when the old man sitting to the left side of the table said.

“Such a gem you found black. I hope you could share her with me when you are done with her.” He said and the moment I realized what he said I jumped a little on my seat and my eyeballs got out of my sockets.