Chapter 6 The Wedding Night

• After they left the mall, Jayden and Nina drove straight to the civil affairs bureau to get their marriage certificates.
• Nina felt a series of complicated emotions as she stared at the certificates in her hand.
• In the blink of an eye, she was already married at the age of twenty.
• The car drove along the villa areas in the Feron district area. As they passed the entrance gate, the guard recognized the license plate and greeted them politely.
• Nina had read this place was where Spring City’s wealthiest and most influential people lived. The housing price in this area was extremely high and unless you had a certain status, you could not purchase a property here.
• Did she just hit the jackpot?
• The car stopped in front of the villa.
• “Let’s go.” The cold voice pulled her back to reality. Jayden walked out of the car and went inside.
• Nina followed behind him silently.
• Inside the villa, several servants lined up in a row and bowed respectfully at Jayden. “Welcome home, master.”
• Jayden nodded and led Nina inside. “This is Nina, your young madam. She’s the mistress of the Luxton family.”
• The maids and servants were stunned, but quickly greeted her. “Welcome, Madam.”
• Nina smiled politely at them.
• A woman who seemed to be around in her fifties immediately came forward and stood beside Nina. “Don’t worry, master. We’ll take good care of madam.”
• This was Ms. Eva, the exclusive housekeeper of Meadow Residence.
• She was someone Jayden trusted, so he did not have to worry about Nina.
• “I still have some work in the office. Give me your cell phone.”
• “Oh…”
• Nina obediently passed her cell phone to him.
• Jayden furrowed his brow when he received the XX phone from her.
• What era was his new wife living in? These cell phones stopped being manufactured five years ago, but she was still using them.
• He made a mental note to gift her the latest model when he returned later in the evening.
• As his wife, he should never suffer any grievances.
• After saving his number on her cell phone, he returned it to her. “Call me if you need anything. I’ll be back at night.”
• Nina nodded at him understandingly and watched as he left the house with his assistant.
• “Young madam, please follow me. I’ll show you around the house.” Eva pulled her enthusiastically.
• For some reason, Nina found the woman in front of her to be rather excited.
• Meadow Residence was the most opulent private property in the entire Feron district.
• It had two floors, with a spacious living room, an elegantly furnished dining area, an indoor swimming pool, a gym, etc. The floor inside was laid with a thick lamb fur carpet.
• In the garden, there was an expansive patio, well-laden and beautiful.
• Last was the master bedroom.
• The master bedroom was over a hundred square meters in size. It was charcoal themed and complimented very much with Jayden’s personality.
• The bedroom and study room were connected. There was also an enormous bathroom that had a huge custom-made jacuzzi.
• It was very luxurious.
• The house tour had given Nina a whole new perspective on rich people.
• “Young madam, your clothes and other items have been prepared. If you’re dissatisfied with anything, please let me know.” Eva smiled at her gently.
• Nina wasn’t used to her new form of address. It made her seem like a middle-aged woman. But seeing the warm smile on Eva’s face, she did not change it.
• “Thank you, Ms. Eva.”
• “You’re welcome. Then I shall not disturb you from resting. Please let me know if you need anything.”
• She quietly left after Nina nodded.
• Nina's POV
• The sky had turned dark outside.
• All the maids and servants lived in the servant’s quarter behind the manor.
• Jayden was someone who liked tranquillity.
• Except for the weekly cleaning, and Ms. Eva who would take care of his meals, no one could walk around his private property.
• And today was no exception.
• We were supposed to go out for dinner. But, because of the heavy rainfall, the plan had to be canceled.
• It was boring to stay in the house all day. I couldn't even retrieve my belongings because they were still at the college dorm.
• To pass the time, I could only watch tv.
• I waited for Jayden in the living room because I didn't know when he would return. My hands fidgeted around the cell phone, contemplating whether to call him.
• Soon, the sound of the car engine rang in the parking lot. Steady footsteps rang and his tall and sturdy body entered.
• I stood up from the couch and felt my palms sweat. I would be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous in front of my newly wedded husband.
• “W-Welcome home.” I stammered, forcing the words out of my mouth.
• Jayden’s eyes flickered in surprise but soon returned to normal.
• “Have you eaten?”
• I shook my head. “Not yet.”
• “Wait for me, I’ll get changed.” Saying, he climbed up the stairs.
• By that time, I had placed the dishes on the dining table. After fifteen minutes, I saw Jayden come down.
• He was tall, around 189 cm, and had long legs. His definite body proportions were what we designers coveted.
• “I know I look delicious, but you should fill up your stomach first.” He teased when he saw me staring at him.
• I withdrew my gaze and sat on the chair.
• Four simple dishes looked delicious.
• Jayden was not a picky eater, and I wasn’t particular about my food either.
• I picked up the spoon and started eating, not paying attention to him. Throughout the dinner, none of us talked.
• I had expected it to be awkward, but things went smoothly.
• “What are you planning to do with your family?” He asked.
• With a puzzled look, I looked at him as he continued. “Don’t tell me you’ve forgiven them?”
• “I’ll never forgive them. But I can also never deny that they raised me for five years.”
• If not, she would’ve been begging on the streets today. I will consider it as a repayment for taking me all these years.
• “Tsk.” A hint of contempt could be seen in his eyes.
• I didn't mind that he looked down at me. I was no saint, but I knew how to differentiate between gratitude and vengeance.
• “Your Dad’s company is low on funds. If they don't fill in the gaps, they'll have to apply for bankruptcy in a few days.”
• “They might come for you again.” He reminded.
• I grew silent.
• I knew the farce would not end at the Santiago house. Having lived with them, I knew best what kind of people they were. They would not stop until they have seen the coffin.
• I had my considerations about it. I was looking forward to seeing them at my doorstep.
• I might have forgiven them this time, but that didn’t mean I’ll forget how they’d pushed me into a corner.
• I wanted to get a job, graduate, and move to a new city.
• But here I was, twenty and married, having this conversation with my newly wedded husband.
• “Just this once. Besides, what can I do? Their crime isn’t even sufficient to alarm the police.”
• After eating, Jayden wiped the corner of his mouth elegantly. “Why do you need the police? I’m enough for ten thousand of the Santiagos.”
• A warm feeling gushed inside me. Just when I thought I could enjoy its warmth, the man continued. “Why don’t you beg me and I’ll bring the Santiagos to your mercy”
• The corner of my lips twitched.
• He seemed to get some kind of pleasure seeing me surrender.
• “Thank you, but I can handle my affairs.” I rejected him.
• The last time I begged him, I got married. I didn’t know what else I’d have to put at stake if I begged him again.
• A melodious ringtone rang in the dining hall, breaking the silence. Jayden excused himself and answered the call.
• I let out a sigh of relief and thanked the person who had called. I didn’t have to be in the same room as him.
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• Nina had been happy too soon and did not know what awaited her.
• She returned to her room after putting away the dishes.
• Jayden was in his study dealing with urgent matters. Taking advantage of his absence, she took out a purple nightgown and walked to the bathroom.
• After she was done, he was still nowhere in sight.
• Suddenly, she fell at a loss.
• Tonight was their wedding night, and she was not anticipating it in the least. It would be her first time sharing a room with someone she didn't know.
• Although they had slept together, for Nina, who was under the influence of the drug, the incident did not count.
• As an endless stream of thoughts went through her mind, she decided on a conclusion.
• Sprinting towards the enormous bed, she lifted the duvet and buried herself inside it.
• Surely, he wouldn’t want to get intimate with a half-dead person, right?
• Besides, she could not think of anything else.
• The door opened after a few minutes. Nina shut her eyes and tried to act as normal as she could.
• The night light was off, and she peeked from the duvet.
• Jayden noticed her small movements and did not expose her. His lips curved up and shook his head, walking inside the bathroom.
• Nina finally let out the breath that she had been holding ever since he entered the room.
• She had a strict routine. She woke up and slept on time, yet she could not fall asleep tonight.
• Half an hour later, Jayden finished his bath and got out. He was wearing a dark-colored nightgown. The belts of the gown were tied loosely around his waist, exposing his well-built muscles.