The Second Love
I wrapped my arms around Dominic's neck and lifted my head. “It's Christmas Eve today. Do you have any gift for me?” Dominic looked me in the eyes and let out a casual smile. “I've got no gift. Only me, if you want.” I cast an irritated look at him. I see you every day. Why would I want you? After all, it's a special day today. You were not like this before. Indeed, regardless of how proud and cold he was, he used to create small surprises and romances for me occasionally. But what happens now? Has he gotten bored with me? We're not even thirty... I stared at him silently, feeling somehow despondent. He seemed to have read my mind as he grabbed my chin and narrowed his eyes. “What're you thinking? Are you scolding me in your heart?”I did not feel like responding to him as my mood had been ruined. Nonetheless, I dared not speak my mind, as he seemed a little unstable lately. Thus, I figured it was better for me to please him. I let out a tensed smile and choked on my word. “How dare I scold you behind your back. I'm praising you. You're such a handsome man.” After that, I let go of him indifferently and walked toward the couch. I deliberately let out a long sigh as I was looking for my clothes. “Haiz, it's late already. Let me take a shower and go to bed. There's nothing special with this Christmas.” I still felt somewhat displeased in my heart, especially when my eyes locked on the wallet that I had bought for him. Feeling enraged, I put the wallet back into my handbag. Since he didn't get anything for me, I won't give him anything either. Taking my clothes with me, I ignored Dominic and walked right toward the bathroom. But the moment my hand reached the doorknob, I got pulled backward, and the clothes in my hands fell onto the floor. Before I could react, I was pressed against the bed while his body was above me. Right then, anger started boiling within. You didn't give me any gifts. And now, do you expect me to entertain you? “Move. I want to take a shower and sleep.” I bit my lips and pinched him in the chest. I was determined not to let him touch me tonight. Yet, he grabbed my hands and cast me an evil smile. “Take a shower and sleep? Great. Why don't we do that together?” I was utterly pissed as both my hands were locked by his grasp. Never mind. I still have my legs. However, Dominic seemed to predict my thought. When I was about to lift my leg, he clamped my leg with his forcefully. Great. Now I can't move. With that, I cut him a ferocious glare. “What're you doing? You're hurting me.” Dominic did not reply as he lowered his head and started kissing my lips wildly. Then, his lips began exploring the other parts of my face. My body shivered involuntarily. “Dominic, you're bullying me!” He replied with a smile. “No, I am not. I thought you like it.” Who the h*ll would like this? I'm just forced to accept it as I don't have another choice. At that moment, I felt an urge to bang my head against the wall. “Do you want a gift so badly?” Right then, Dominic stopped his kiss. But he did not let go of me as he stared at me with a smile on his face. At that instance, I felt like slapping his contented-looking face. “Nope. If I want it, I'll buy it myself.” Upon hearing that, Dominic raised his brows and uttered casually, “If you don't want it, then why do you sound unhappy?” The next moment, he tilted my chin up and smiled. “Did you buy me a gift?” I cut a glare at him. “Even if I did, I won't give it to you.” Dominic seemed to be in a good mood, as he was not pissed no matter how I provoked him. Still, he leaned toward me with a smile and gave me another kiss. “Please tell me what you bought for me. Then, I'll give you your gift.” At that instance, my eyes lit up with anticipation. “So you got a gift for me?” Dominic was utterly amused. “Why? Are you happy to know that? I was joking with you just now.” Staring at his casual look, I wanted to tell him that this meant a lot to me. I did not need an expensive gift, but at least he had to express his feelings to me. After all, this was the first special occasion after getting back together. Hence, I figured we needed to do something special. Even though I was still a little displeased, I was curious to learn what he had prepared for me. “So where's the gift?” “What about mine?” I was rendered speechless. How could he still bargain with me at this point? “It's in my handbag. I bought you a wallet.” Dominic finally let go of me as he climbed down the bed and found the wallet himself. Upon seeing that, I also got down from the bed and approached him.“Do you like it? Please bring it with you every day. I'll buy a new one if this one gets worn out. You can only use the one I bought.” I knew I sounded foolish, but that was what I wanted. I was not sure if he liked the gift or not. But I was delighted to see him switch it with his old wallet right away, putting all the cards and cash into the new one. Right then, I stretched out my right hand toward him. “Now, where's my gift? Don't you dare to fool around with me again.” At that moment, my heart began beating fast, overwhelmed with anticipation. I had given much thought to what gift he would be giving me. After all, money was not a problem for him. Could it be a branded handbag, dress, or makeup? Anyway, I'll like anything that he gives. After all, it's not about what it is, but who it comes from. However, I was stunned when Dominic put a shiny ring onto my finger. It took a long time before I managed to recollect myself. What surprised me the most was that I recognized this particular ring. It was the exact one that I tried on when I was buying a necklace at the luxurious store. I liked it very much. The diamond was not particularly big, but it had countless unique small diamonds on it, like a sky full of stars. But how did he find out that I liked this? And when did he buy it? And does it mean by giving me a ring at this point? “Do you like it?” At that moment, his gaze seemed utterly earnest, making me not dare to look him in the eyes. “Dominic, you...” I panicked a little. He hugged me into his embrace and pressed my head against his chest. With that, his steady heartbeat echoed in my ears.“Liliana, let's get married.”
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