Page 22 of My Tempting Woman

"Ok, you can leave now."

The moment Eva reached the address, which resembled a college, she approached some students who were roaming in the garden area and asked them for directions to the culinary class. Soon, she arrived at her class, which turned out to be a big room with chairs scattered in between and kitchen counters covering the corners. Placed in the front is a large kitchen counter, which is accompanied by a screen at the back.

Eva was feeling nervous. She found only some students already present in the class. Eva took a seat beside a girl of almost her age

“Hi, I am Eva.“

“Hmm Jacey, “the girl replied smilingly, which brought a smile to Eva’s face and her anxiety got some relief

Soon the chef arrived and started with his introduction, then asked for our introduction. All the students started introducing themselves, and Eva was listening to all the names carefully. The students belonged to this city only. She was feeling more nervous as she was the only one who belonged to a small town., but she shrugged off the odd thoughts.

Soon, her turn came, and she introduced herself with a confident voice—first her name and then her town name. So the chef asked her in curiosity

"So, Miss Eva, you are especially in this town for this course."

“Yes “

“That’s great, Eva. I am already impressed by your passion for baking.”

“Thank you."

Eva was feeling content receiving the kind words. After the introduction, the class got started, and Eva was jotting down all the important points of her first class. It was the first day, so the class finished before lunchtime. Eva reached Smith's place near lunchtime, where those were eagerly waiting for her. When Rose asked about her day, Eva happily described all about the class.

Rose was glad to see her smiling face. Now, she won't be bored at home anymore and can pursue her long-desired learning opportunities. Soon the lunch got served, and Rose and Eva were having lunch, chatting all the time. Rose was scolding Eva for skipping breakfast in the morning. Rose’s love and care touched Eva. It was always her dad who used to care for her like this. After a long time, she was receiving this kind of affectionatelove. Eva promised Rose that from now on she will never ship the breakfast. Rose tapped her cheek.

While in the office, after finishing up all the tiring meetings, Stephen reached his cabin. He was feeling exhausted. He settled on his chair and unlocked his table drawer. When his eyes glanced at Eva “a photo, his lips twitched into a smile.

‘Eva, you don’t know how much I want you, and you cannot blame me, as you are too lovable to avoid. I don’t know how and when, but I only know one thing for sure: you are mine. And trust me, I will give you all the love that a girl like you deserves. You are precious, and I am the best to take care of you... I will fulfill all your dreams except one for that bakery in town, as you are both going anywhere now. You are mine, and I want you in front of me forever. And that’s final. But first I have to stop your midnight strolling in my house as it’s not safe."

A four-knock disturbed his thoughts. David entered his cabin and reminded him about the important dinner party, and Stephen sighed as he was not in a mood to attend any business party, but his presence was mandatory there as his father and brother are busy with other meetings. So he changed his suit into the small closet that was attached to his cabin and left for the party. He was very disappointed as he could not meet his love in the morning and now he has to miss dinner too.

Eva was on cloud nine to notice the absence of Steve and Stephen.

She enjoyed her dinner with Rose conversing happily.

The same night, at 1 o'clock, Eva got up again and started towards the kitchen. However, when she tried to unlock the door of the room, she found that someone had locked it from outside.

Chapter 10: Celebration

It shocked Eva to notice the door locked. She tried to unlock it using all of her tiny strength, but nothing worked. She kicked the door in her sleepy eyes, which instead hurt her toe. Eva cried out in pain and then got settled on her bed. She was trying to find out a way when her eyes spotted something new in the room: it was a basket.

Eva picked it up and opened it to see what was in it; her eyes gleamed at the things as the basket was full of all snacks. Some muffin packets, some chip packets, roasted nuts, and lots of chocolate.

Eva thought maybe Rose arranged it for her, and she was glad about that, as at least it saved her from another encounter with the devil.

After eating some snacks, she laid down to sleep, but one thing was still troubling her: why did Rose lock her door? Is it a necessary thing to do?

She didn't realize when she fell asleep amidst all her worries.

The same night when Stephen reached his house, his secretary already arranged a basket of food as he ordered and put it in his car.

After reaching the first floor, Stephen took out the master key of the house, which he had to carry because of his unplanned schedule.

He opened the guest room first, where he found his precious in deep slumber. He didn’t want to disturb her sleep, as it was never his intention. Steven kept the basket on the cabinet of the room. He wanted Eva to spot it easily, and the chest of drawers cabinet was the best place for it.

After placing the basket, he left the room, making no noise, and then he locked the door. Stephen was a very possessive and overprotective man, and after he decided on Eva, he didn’t want her to be in any danger.

In this matter, he even doesn’t want to trust his brother too. What if Eva fell for his cheesy talks as Stephen is poor in talking skills, or better say flirting skills? So, avoiding any intolerable situation, he locked Eva’s door. So that he could also have a peaceful sleep

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