CHAPTER 9

HUH?!” I turned in shock 

I was so confused. My wife was right in front of me and we were having a good time together so who would dare come right in front me and ask her for a dance. 

To my best knowledge she has no male friends matter of fact she has no other friend asides Claire and even if she did who DARES talk to her where I am. 

I could feel my blood getting hot and my eyes burning. I was ready to give whoever that person was a punch. I turned so fast to see who the voice belonged to. 

‘Oh God’ I exhaled

“JASPER??!!!” I was bewildered 

I couldn’t believe my eyes. My favorite cousin that I hadn’t seen for almost ten years was right in front of me with a smile on his face. 

“I missed you man” I leaned in for a big reciprocating hug 

“I haven’t seen you in forever” he said with his ever knowing and soft tone and a sweet smile. 

Jasper was my favorite cousin in his late twenties, we  grew up together, he was like my brother not just my cousin. He moved to another country and we talk from time to time because of how busy we both are. We both have a belief system that marriage is a waste of time so he was still single. 

“Meet my lovely wife, Dana” I turned to introduce both of them

“Hello Dana. You are more beautiful than Lisa said you were. I’m Jasper, Felix younger cousin and his best friend” he said with a big smile while kissing her hand 

“It’s so nice to finally meet you in person” he smiled 

“Hello Jasper. I didn’t know Felix had a cousin he’s never mentioned you to me. And to think you’re his best friend” she said with a smile that made my heart melt 

“He doesn’t like to admit it” he whispered jokingly 

“But you are so pretty. I wonder how he bagged you” he chuckled 

I could remember how all the girls fell for the same flirtatious smile and chuckling and I could see Dana with that same smile and I immediately felt jealous but I knew it was nothing. 

“You look different cuz” he said 

“You can say it’s the wife effect on me” I laughed 

“He’s always been like this for real. Very handsome” she laughed 

*****

I couldn’t stop admiring Felix’s cousin, he looked good and he was jovial. We exchanged pleasantries, had fun at the party and we were on our way home after some time. 

We decided to have dinner together and to catch up with Jasper. I didn’t know him so it was fun having a little conversation with him and my husband. 

“So you got married eventually after our deal. I’m surprised I can’t lie and it’s funny because I didn’t look forward to it. I’m happy for you guys though” he said chuckling at Felix 

“It happened man” Felix said smiling like he meant it 

“How’s marriage treating you Mrs Dana Felix?” He asked 

“Uhh…” I turned to look at my husband to help me in giving a response and he just nodded and gave a very unclear response 

“Going well actually…. It’s fun, although I’m always bored because I don’t really work but I start work on Monday” I said 

“But it’s going just as it should be. Just having fun” I smiled 

“Just looking forward to having a child together now” Felix said with a look 

I turned to confirm what that statement was but I didn’t get a reaction from him. 

“You got married like 5 months ago, you don’t have to rush” Jasper said trying to make me feel better after my husband’s statement 

“An heir is needed and you know this. But we’ll take our time” he giggled 

“So what’s going on with you” I asked 

“Well…. I’ll be in town for a while I’ve got business to grow here in Cleveland” he said 

“It’ll be nice to be close to my family and friends after a long time and also to make lots of money in the process” his intellectuality came out and I could see Felix in him when it comes to business 

“You seem to have it all planned out” Felix said 

“Don’t worry we’ve got a lot to talk about but let’s save it for an actual business talk. Let’s catch up for now” he said 

“Anyways…. thank you for having me I have to get back to my suite I need all the rest I can get” Jasper informed us

“Oh don’t you think it’s too late already?” I asked taking a look  at my wristwatch 

“That’s true. Why don’t you stay for the night, sleep comfortably and then by the morning you can head back to your suite. I don’t think it’s a bad idea” my husband said

“Oh really..?” Jasper asked with a soft voice 

“Wouldn’t I be disturbing you guys” he added 

“Of course not. You’re family and it’s nice to have family over. Mrs Bailey and Lisa are too busy to come over so it’s nice to have you here ” I smiled trying to make him feel welcomed and comfortable 

“So… any girlfriend whatsoever” I asked attempting to start a conversation 

“No not really just focusing on my work and myself trying to getting richer than your husband here but I have fun with girls though” he said jokingly 

“Oh that’s good. You’re having fun is what matters” I added

We carried on with our food and conversation and it was the happiest moment ever. I saw genuine love and happiness in their eyes and it was the cutest thing ever. Jasper was a very kind hearted man and anyone could actually see that. He made Felix very much comfortable and happy. 

Dinner-breakfast was finally over at two in the morning and it was time to go to bed. We did our good nights and we were off to bed. 

I walked into my bedroom to undress and on getting there I saw a broad silhouette. 

I gasped