Soon the discussion in the meeting room ended.
Everyone was tired after all the discussion and giving opinions. The contract was finally settled, which was beneficial to all the parties involved.
Evelyn looked outside through the window and was stunned to see that the sun was about to disappear on the horizon.
'It had been so long.'
Evelyn looked down at her watch to estimate the time. It is said that once you get engrossed in doing something that you enjoy, time becomes irrelevant. A small smile formed on Evelyn's lips.
Before Evelyn could propose the dismissal, a message popped up on her phone.
[Come home for dinner]
A smile formed on Evelyn's face. It had been a few days since she was able to have a proper dinner with her family. Evelyn had missed them.
Alexander looked at Evelyn, who was full of happiness. He leaned towards her to see what made Evelyn smile. A possessive air surrounded him. 'All of her most beloved people were her in the room, so who was the one messaging Evelyn?'
The first thing that caught Alexander's mind was [Mom] written on the top. Understanding the message was from Mrs. Day, Alexander's eyes did not linger any longer on Evelyn's phone. He wished Evelyn would smile at his messages like this as well.
"Now that everything is settled, I should make a move," Evelyn got up, "Mom is waiting for me at home for dinner."
Selena wanted to stop Evelyn as she had something to discuss with her, but after hearing that Mrs. Day was waiting for Evelyn, Selena zipped her lips.
'I can text her later.'
All the members understood the importance of Mr. and Mrs. Day in Evelyn's world. They were the key part of Evelyn's life, like a pillar holding her together.
It was not wrong to say that whatever Evelyn did until now was for them.
Not only Evelyn's family, but they also considered their entire gang as their children. Maybe that is why everyone never crossed them. Even when Mr. Day was handling IL Group's business since Evelyn was abroad, they gave Mason, Selena, and Oliver full authority and guidance instead of interfering and ordering them around.
They all knew the Day family trusted and loved them all the same, to the extent that they acted like their parents as well.
"Mom said she misses you all as well," Evelyn added after reading the whole message, "Drop by soon."
Everyone nodded. It had been days since they had met them. Even Clara was smiling in hope of meeting Evelyn's mother soon.
Evelyn packed her stuff to go home. When she was about to turn, Evelyn saw Alexander standing there like a statue following her every action. Alexander's eyes were staring at Evelyn as if they wanted to convey something.
Evelyn nodded to him and said her goodbyes to everyone as she stepped out. She wanted to have a chat with Alexander as well, but maybe some other time.
Not only Alexander's eyes followed Evelyn, but so did his actions. He nodded at everyone as well and stepped out, following his target.
Alexander was a few steps away from Evelyn, walking with the same intensity and speed as Evelyn as if they were coordinating.
Just as Evelyn walked towards her car, her hand was held in a firm grip. The strength was not to the point that it pained, but it was not soft either. A familiar air enveloped her, calming her senses.
Evelyn turned around just to see Alexander standing there. He was looking at her with his glowing eyes.
"I will drop you home," Alexander's eyes softened.
"No, I can .." Evelyn rejected subconsciously. She was used to rejecting everyone, but her voice stopped midway. She could not say the same to Alexander. Her heart denied her request to reject Alexander's goodwill.
"I have something to discuss with you as well." Alexander smiled as his hand holding Evelyn's wrist moved towards her palm.
Evelyn knew that she also had something to talk about with Alexander. Rather than going to his company, it was better to talk with Alexander now. Maybe she could spend some time getting to know him better.
Evelyn nodded her head, giving her consent. She did not remove Alexander's hand from her. Evelyn felt a warm feeling spreading all over her body through Alexander's hand.
Alexander was shocked to see Evelyn corporating so easily. He held her hand softly and walked towards his car. Evelyn's hand was soft and delicate. Just like a flower that needed protection from the wind winds.
Alexander opened the backseat for Evelyn to sit. It was a very gentlemanly thing to do. It was not like anyone else had not done this for Evelyn, but she never hoped that Alexander would be like this. His reputation was way different from what she had heard of. Evelyn had little thought as she sat in as Alexander accompanied her.
Once both were settled, the car was on the road while Alexander closed the car shield to block the driver's view. He felt like he was doing something unruly, but only he knew that was not the case.
"Amelia visited you?" Alexander said in a low voice. But before Evelyn could misunderstand Alexander, he continues, "Clara met her outside your company and texted me."
Evelyn was unsure why Alexander came without notice, but now she understood. 'Was he afraid that I would misunderstand?'
'But I still don't like Amelia.'
Evelyn hoped to remove Amelia, but the land deal was important for her. A perfect place for Alexander for his new business.
"I wanted to talk about it as well," Evelyn looked at Alexander with a smile, "She will be joining the group soon."
Alexander was silent for a few seconds. Subconsciously, he held Evelyn's hand, which was resting on her legs.
"I found a land for you," Evelyn said, to reduce the chilly atmosphere brought by her initial words. It was clear to Evelyn that Alexander was not very fond of Amelia being in the team. Was it a break of trust or the reason that Amelia likes Alexander?
Whatever the reason might be, Evelyn was happy with the result.
Alexander looked at Evelyn with his question filled eyes.
"One of Amelia's land. But I would love to rent the land to Knight Corporation." Evelyn looked outside the car window at the setting sun, "Maybe for the next 50 years."
Evelyn smiled and looked at Alexander as he tightened his hold on her hand. Alexander was also looking at Evelyn. Seeing Evelyn smile, Alexander did the same.
"But the prior conditions which we gave will be the same. No changes will be there, but the rent on the land is negotiable."
"I will talk with everyone in these regards," Alexander knew it was hard to negotiate with Evelyn. And after what had happened from their side, he was grateful that Evelyn was even ready to go further with the deal.
Alexander was extremely happy when he thought about the things Evelyn had said just now. She had gone to the extent of dealing with Amelia for him. Heat spread through his heart.
Alexander knew that Evelyn was not good at expressing her emotions, but he now understood she will express them, but in a very unusual way. She might not say loving words into his ears for now, but Evelyn would go far and beyond to do something meaningful for him.
His realization made Alexander hopeful. Hopeful that someday he might be able to move Evelyn's heart that she would start expressing her love more. Hopeful that he could make Evelyn fall in love with him. Hopeful to grow old with her.
Alexander's thumb played with Evelyn's finger subconsciously. He loved this feeling. It was so good to know that Evelyn was near him. Somewhere around him. Her presence enveloping Alexander in it. It was a feeling Alexander wanted to preserve, to possess, and never let go.
Alexander's eyes turned a few shades darker. He looked outside the window into the night to suppress his feeling, which was struggling to break through.
As time passed, the car was moving at a steady pace. The small space made Evelyn feel comfortable. Was it the space or the person beside her, Evelyn was unsure. There were not a lot of talks, but there was also a comfortable atmosphere which brought Evelyn's guard down.
Evelyn's eyelids felt heavy, and soon her eyes closed. Her head touched the window as she made herself comfortable. Alexander felt steady breathing beside him. He turned to look at Evelyn, who was sleeping peacefully like a child.
"So defenseless," Alexander whispered as he touched Eve's cheeks.
'She might be tired.'
Alexander's finger slid down, touching Evelyn's cheeks to lips. Her lips were soft and tempting. He felt like taking a bite of those pink plums, but before Alexander could move any further Evelyn moved.
"Hmmm.." A soft word from Evelyn made Alexander's hand frozen for a few seconds. He took back his hand in fright, like a guilty child.
Alexander's breathing was messed up, but seeing Evelyn go back to sleep again, Alexander breathed a sigh of relief.
'Soon, I will have a right to do whatever I want with you and not feel guilty about it.' Alexander poked Evelyn's cheek, 'You will be legally mine.'