Chapter 26
Damien's POV
I couldn't go into the room to face Seraphine after I left Mia in the garden. How would I explain things to her? She doesn't know even about my past with Mia.
'This is hard' I sighed.
I got into my car and drove out of the compound,having no particular location in mind. I suddenly remembered how my friends talk about how alcohol takes worries away and well... at least make you ignorant of your present situation.
That was exactly what i needed,to forget my worries and if possible let them leave permanently.
I drove into a nearby bar and ordered a drink. I refrained from taking alcohol over the years because I was conscious of my health and I didn't want to consume such an unhealthy drink,but today I don't care about any of those.
I gulped the first shot and I felt like puking. It tasted really bad,I couldn't force it out if my system. After the fourth shot,everywhere became blurry,I got out of my seat staggering,I can't believe just four shots would make me this tipsy. I bumped into someone on my way out and the next thing I heard was the sound of a punch on my face which sent me laying face flat on the floor.
'The day can't get worse than this' I said and blank out
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Seraphine's POV
It's been three hours since I last saw Damien. It's pretty late and I'm worried as well as everyone,he hasn't stayed out this late ever since I came here. I sat in the living room waiting and looking at the clock as each hour tick by.
'Did he leave due to our fight? Or has he eloped with Mia?' I thought as I placed my hands on my mouth.
"What's with you,do you have a mouth odour or something? Why are you covering your mouth" Mia said as she appeared from behind.
I ignored her and placed my hands on my lap,as I kept shaking my legs anxiously but at the same time happy because now I know he didn't elope with Mia.
Mia walked into the garden in her night robe,she probably went to get some fresh air.
Minutes later,my phone rang,it was an unknown caller.
"Hello are your Mr Damien's wife?" The voice on the other end asked.
"Yes I am,may I know who I'm speaking with?" I replied.
"Well.. your husband is here drunk at my bar and it seemed like he got beaten up by some guys as well so....."
"Where is the bar?" I asked not allowing the caller finish his sentence.
"Send me the address" I added as I got up and grabbed my coat and then the car keys.
I followed the caller's direction and drove to the bar. I met the owner of the bar,he said he got to know I was his wife because Damien saved my number with 'My wife' and so he me directed to where Damien lay on the floor.
'My wife?,very funny'I thought as I followed the man.
Damien was in a pretty bad shape,he had bruises all over he reeked of alcohol as he spoke as well.
I got him to d car with the help of the bar owner,thanked him for calling and he left.
I got into the car and prayed that he doesn't throw up.
"Who are you!" He suddenly said throwing his hand up in the air. " How dare you touch my car!"
'This drunk fool' I said cursing under my breath. " The smell of alcohol " I cried unable to cover my nose because I was driving,I couldn't even hold my breath for long so I succumbed.
Those who tortured him must've poured alcohol on him as well because his shirt was wet and the smell is something else.
I drove into the compound,I was glad when I saw Mia outside,she would gladly accept to help bring him in.
I got out of the car,Damien slept like a log at the back seat. I went to get Mia and just as I thought she gladly accepted. We got him out of the car,placed his hands on my and Mia's shoulder and Mia supported him by placing her arm around his waist.
We stopped in front of the room after much struggle bringing him inside,trying to prevent him from waking everyone and then climbing the stairs as well. Then Mia said shamelessly " Seraphine,I was thinking of bringing Damien into my room to change his clothes while you relax. You've gone through a lot today,I suggest you rest and I know you wouldn't want to see Damien's face at least tonight after all he did".
I was about to reply her when Damien threw up on her. He did it directly on her chest.
"Oops, I guess you have to worry about changing your clothes and not his. If you don't mind I'll like to call it a day and pls let go of my husband's arm" I said smiling as I slipped her hands off Damien's arm and helped him into the room.
Mia stood by the door glaring at me "Bon nuit" I said as I shut the door.
"What would I do with you" I said looking at Damien with frustration.
He laid on the bed and I took off his smelly shirt,his shoes and then the socks.
He was muttering some words in audibly. I got the first aid kit and applied ointment on his bruises. He had them on his lips and his arms as well,I noticed how plumpy his lips were as I applied the ointment on them. 'beautiful' I said absent mindedly.
I stood up to get his blanket from the closet and covered him with it. He held my hand as I was about leaving,opened his eyes and said
"Sing me a lullaby ".
"Here have your lullaby " I said as I spanked his forehead.
He started throwing tantrums asking me to sing him a lullaby.
' Yeah I should have asked Mia to do this' I cried. " I guess I have no choice now" I sighed .
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