"I need to freshen up first. Can you please call the nurse? My drip has to be removed." Ann murmured.
" Oh.. yes, I forgot. I have already brought some toiletries and a few clothes for you to change." He walked towards the couch, picked up the bag and placed it on top of Ann's bed. "I'll go and call the nurse now. " He turned and left.
"He brought me toiletries.... Aww..
Relax Ann! 'Friendly boss'.. 'Friendly boss'... Don't forget...Pheww." Ann patted her chest.
The door opened and a kind looking middle-aged lady entered the room along with Michael.
"Good morning Annastasia. How are you feeling now?". The nurse asked with a warm smile.
" Good morning. I am feeling better, thank you".
" Well, good to hear that". She slowly separated the drip's extension tube from her hand leaving the cannula behind.
" I'll go now. Tell your husband to call me after you finish your breakfast, ok? I have to put the drip back."
"Cough.. Cough ...Cough.. What! Oh NO...NO.. He is not..." Ann was cut off by Michael's playful voice. "Of course, I'll call you once she finishes her breakfast." He smiled at the nurse and winked at Ann.
The nurse smiled and left.
Ann was awestruck. "Why did you do that? Why didn't you tell her?"she asked puzzled.
"Tell her what?", Michael asked with a smirk.
"That you are not my HUSBAND".
Ann said rolling her eyes.
" Haha...that...I was just joking dear. Did you take it seriously?.Michael raised an eyebrow.
"NOOO...why should I take it seriously?" Ann shook her head.
"I am going to freshen up now." She took the bag placed on the bed and hurried to the washroom.
"Do you need some help with that? Michael asked flirtishly.
She turned around and rebuked "My hands and legs are fine ". She got inside the bathroom and closed the door.
"Ohh...This is not good. Why does my heart go into a frenzy every time I see him? "She splashed some cold water on her face. "Don't do this to yourself. If you're the fox, he is the sour grapes. You cannot reach him." She felt sad for some reason.
"Hmm...What all have we got here?", she opened the bag which Michael brought. "A toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash, face wash, cream, lotion, soap, conditioner, shampoo... Oh my God! These many items! Did he purchase the whole shop! I am here only for a day, for God's sake!"
There was another packet inside the bag. "What is in this?"
She opened the bag and took the item out. Her eyes popped out. She blushed with embarrassment.
Ann looked at the two sets of her perfectly sized lingerie, one a laced black and another plain white. " "What the hell?". She hid her face with her hand and screamed silently.
Meanwhile, outside the washroom,
Michael was setting the table. It had been so long since they had breakfast together. So he wanted to make this special.
He brought scrambled eggs with pesto veggies for Ann, which was one of her favourite dishes, along with a jar of warm milk. For him, he brought a Mac 'n cheese, which was also Ann's favourite along with some hash browns. He never used to like these unhealthy foods. He smiled at how much he had changed while she was gone.
Michael placed some bread and butter strips on one side along with some Greek yogurt and fruits. To top it off, he placed a small jar with beautiful carnations which he knew she loved. "Done", he smiled satisfied.