Episode 7

Maximo

I wake up late, no time for breakfast, and head to the company. I handle some matters then go to the restaurant where Lisa works but can't find her anywhere. I approach her employer who informs me she is working in the kitchen today. A chill runs down my spine as I see the expression on her face when she tells me this. Something is terribly wrong, and I won't discover it until I see her.

She guides me to where she is and I speak to her, but I can't see her face. She agrees to be my wife, but she is hiding something, and I know it. When she finally lets me see her, I am stunned. Who could harm a defenseless girl like her? Her face is red, near her mouth it's purple, and her lips are split and swollen.

I talk to the restaurant owner and let her know I will immediately take Lisa with me to see a doctor, and that she will no longer work here. The owner is happy for her. I ask if she knows who is capable of such a thing and if this is the first time it's happened. She doesn't know who would harm her like that but my anger grows when she tells me it's not the first time this has happened.

"Say your goodbyes because today is your last day of work," I say in a serious tone, leaving her alone for a few moments.

One of the employees goes to hug her when I open the door to leave, and I see a faint groan escape her lips as she struggles to respond. She walks while holding her stomach when she comes to my side. We exit the restaurant and get into the car.

"I need to pick something up."

"I will buy you everything you need."

"Please, it's important."

"To her house," I tell my driver.

"Thank you."

I stand at the door, observing the place. It is very small, but I know not everyone can live the way I do. Nevertheless, this place gives me an uneasy feeling. Slowly, with difficulty, Lisa comes out with a gift box that piques my curiosity, but I will ask her later what's inside.

We arrive at the mansion. We have to climb stairs to get to the room; my driver gave the entire staff the day off so no one can see her in such a state. I effortlessly carry her and lay her on the bed, stepping out momentarily to call the doctor.

"Now, tell me who did this to you."

"Please, don't do anything."

"Show me."

"What?"

"Your abdomen. I noticed it hurts," I say, looking at her so seriously that she starts wondering what I will do next. I lift her clothes and look at her. A large bruise in that area surprises me, and I don't want to imagine the force required to do something like that.

"Tell me who it was, your mother, right?" She looks away, confirming my suspicions.

"Look at me and listen carefully. No one will ever touch you again, ever."

"Thank you."

"The doctor is coming to see you."

I ordered a lot of clothes for her, estimating her measurements, and being the best customer in the place, many bags and boxes had arrived within an hour. Since my driver is the only employee here, he helped me carry the things to the room we will share. The doctor opened the door as he had finished examining her and I asked him to wait downstairs.

"What are all these things?"

"Clothes for you. I ordered some, but when you're feeling better, we'll go buy everything else."

"More than this? It must have cost a fortune. You don't need to spend so much money on me."

"You will be Mrs. Blent, and much more is needed than this. I'll be right back."

I descended the stairs and saw the doctor.

"The young lady was struck with great force, but there's not much to worry about; the injuries will heal soon, no severe damage. She needs to buy this, take the medication every eight hours, and apply this cream several times a day for her face to heal quickly," he handed me the prescription.

"Thank you, doctor," I paid him his fees, and he left.

"Go to the pharmacy and get this," I told my driver.

"Right away, sir."

I returned to the room and she looked better. She told me the doctor gave her a painkiller injection, but still advised her to rest for a few days. I started unpacking the bags and handed her some things to help me with the task. She was astonished by the amount of stuff.

"You can take a shower and then put on these clothes."

"Where's the bathroom?"

"Come with me."

I opened the bathroom door and let her go in first. I began filling the bathtub, added aromatic salts, and left her alone to shower.

"If you need anything, I'll be outside," I said.

"Thank you," she replied.

I continued opening the bags and storing everything away. I was interrupted by some knocks on the door.

"Sir, everything you asked for is here, and I also brought some perfumes for the lady," said the person outside.

"You're always so efficient, good job. You may leave, and please order lunch afterwards," I replied.

"Yes, sir."

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