Reaching the Knight mansion Karl opened the door for Gwen to step out. As she took a step to walk Gwen stopped and turned to see Karl.
"I know you don't like to groom around but try to loosen up when you are around me, Karl. You can't always act like a robot" her words made him look at her with surprise.
Shrugging her shoulder she turned and left from there leaving an impression on Karl that curled his lips into a smile.
***
Inside the tranquil room, Ashley had been sleeping peacefully when all of sudden she heard the doorbell ring. Knitting her brows she stirred a little and tried to open her eyes.
Cursing the person in her mind she climbed down from the bed and headed to open the door. Who had a death wish early morning, she muttered and opened the door.
"Good morning princess" she heard a cheerful voice that made her dizzy mind clear and her eyes opened fully looking at the person who stood in front of her door.
Her face immediately turned stern and she asked," Do you have a death wish Tristan. Why the hell are you disturbing my beauty sleep" she gritted her teeth and glared at him.
Tristan by now was used to Ashley's cold behavior towards him and didn't mind when she would get annoyed by him. Rather he would find it funny to pester her and get a response even if it was an irritated one.
Flicking her forehead he pushed her away and stepped inside her suite.
"I think you forgot that we have been here to enjoy our trip and not just waste our time sleeping" saying he turned and saw her face getting even worse.
Ignoring her glare looked around and just scanned the entire room.
Ashley who wanted to go and break his leg controlled her urge. This man was so shameless that he didn't think twice before entering her room. Did he know the basic manner before entering any women's room?
Shutting the door she walked towards him and stopped tapping his shoulder making him turn," You need to ask my permission before entering mister" her voice held annoyance as she spoke with him.
Tristan turned and was amused to see the glare she shot at him. Bending down to her level he looked deep into her black orbs, "Why do I need to take permission to enter my future wife's room" his words were so clear that they immediately dissipated Ashley's anger and she found herself tongue-tied.
"W-who said I am going to marry you" she fumbled and took a step back getting startled by his claim.
Tristan felt so sure that she was going to accept him and that thought made her feel giddy. She had seen the determined look in his eyes though it was for a fraction of a second yet she couldn't ignore it.
Smirking at her cute intimidated face, Tristan couldn't help but pull her close to him which took her by surprise.
"What are you doing.." Ashley who found herself trapped in his arm within a second was left clueless about what just happened.
"Time will tell whether you will marry me or not but I am damn sure that you will eventually like me. Just wait for the day when you will love me crazily Ashley and I promise to give you every happiness you have ever wished for" Ashley felt herself getting swift into his passionate-looking eyes that spoke sincerity.
Her heart sudden pace fast as she kept on staring into his blue orbs. Why was his every word making her believe him? Why was he so damn determined to make her like him.. she didn't know but whatever he said right now made her want to trust him.
She had never felt so secure in her entire life but his words comforted her to an extent where she wanted to agree with him.
Watching her turn silent and complete in a daze, Tristan curled his lips into a smile and tap the tip of her nose," Will you just keep staring at me, or do you want to tour around" his playful chuckle broke her trance and she found her mind getting clearer.
His contagious smile felt like a new breeze of happiness to her from where she didn't want to pull apart.
"Give me some time to get ready," she said and saw him loosen his arms around her waist and take a step back.
"I will be waiting for you in the lobby" saying it with a content smile he walked out of her suite letting Ashley get ready before they start their day.
****
Tristan was patiently waiting for Ashley in the lobby while his eyes were fixed on the elevator when the door slide opened and Ashley walked out wearing a Ruched A-line dress that reach her knee.
She had allowed her hair to fall resting on her shoulder and had applied very light makeup which did hide her original beauty.
'She will be my death one day' Tristan muttered and walked to her stopping in front of her.
He was left awestruck by her everlasting beauty that muddle his mind making him lose his sense.
"You look beautiful," he said and held her hand bringing it up to kiss.
Ashley who liked his sweet gesture didn't retreat her hand back and let him do whatever he wanted. She had never felt so loved before not even with Greg too but Tristan was making her feel special and she felt her heart getting inclined to him.
Hiding her blush she lowered her eyes and pulled back her hand," Thank you.. even you look handsome" she said and saw him lean close to her ear whispering," Is that so?" pulling back he smirked and saw her blush even more.
"Shall we leave?" he asked and she nod her head as they both head out.
As they stepped into the main entrance a Black Mercedes was already waiting for them.
"Are you going to drive?" Ashley asked when she saw the driver standing car flashing a light smile on his face.
"Do you want others to disturb us" winking he walk ahead and took the keys from the driver leaving Ashley's ears to turn red on his perverted thoughts?
She immediately rushed towards the car and stepped in before anyone could see how red she had already turned.
"You shouldn't be shameless with your words publicly" closing off the door she turned and scolded Tristan.
"Why should I oblige when in the upcoming future you are going to be bombarded with these shameless words constantly" chuckling he started the engine and the car drove away from the resort.
Ashley on the other hand couldn't only ignore his bold words and focus her attention on the road ahead.
"Are you even familiar with the roads here? I mean you should have asked your driver to drive us" Ashley asked with hesitation because she didn't know if Tristan knew the roads.
"Don't worry we won't get lost and even if we did then wouldn't it be great, at least we can be together without any disturbance" Tristan again teased her and looked ahead.
"No way I don't want to get stuck with you after knowing your pervert thoughts" she rejected plainly and turned her head to the side as they cross the tall trees.
Their car was heading deep into the city side which was quite a distance from the resort's location.
Ashley kept thinking about where he was taking her. She even wanted to ask him but stopped herself from getting buried in embarrassment with his shameless words.
After some time their journey finally came to an end and their car stopped in front of a restaurant.
Stepping out of the car she looked at the place which wasn't that bigger but still, its interior impressed her.
"Come let's go" she heard Tristan's voice and they both headed inside.
As soon as they stepped in a man came and greeted them. By the looks of his attire, he seemed to be the manager of the restaurant.
He immediately greeted Tristan and guided them both to a different private room. She was impressed with how Tristan kept his eyes everywhere as they walked to the place which was mainly booked for them.
"I hope you both enjoy it," the manager said and left the place once they were finally inside the room.
"I didn't know you would be so mindful in picking up a place where we wouldn't get clicked" Ashley was impressed by how thoughtful he was in selecting the location where they wouldn't be recognized by the paparazzi.
"You saw them" Tristan was surprised by her attentiveness around her.
" Did you think blocking my vision would spare them from my eagle-like eyes" chucking she flipped her hair back from her shoulder and rolled her eyes, " No ways... there are like a virus who like lurking around me 24*7 how can I not recognize them"