Episode 5

(Andrew)

I've been waiting for Aurora's call all day and it's already late at night with no sign of her. Maybe she changed her mind again, I don't know what it is about her that makes me restless when I don't have her. Or perhaps she's with her boyfriend (that made him angry) and won't call me anymore.

Suddenly, a notification popped up on his phone.

(Aurora)

I'll send him a message, let's see if he responds.

Aurora📱: Hi, this is Aurora.

(Andrew's heart started racing when he saw that Aurora had messaged him.)

Andrew📱: Hi, I thought you wouldn't talk to me anymore.

(Aurora)

He replied... what should I do? Should I suggest meeting or leave it for tomorrow?

Aurora📱: I'm sorry, I had a lot of work today and I disappointed you.

Andrew📱: Well, it's not too late for me. If you'd like, we can go out for dinner.

Aurora📱: Okay. Where should we meet?

Andrew📱: I can pick you up.

Aurora📱: No, tell me where and I'll be there in an hour.

Andrew📱: Okay, I'll wait for you at the Manhattan restaurant.

(Aurora: Phew, that place is too expensive.)

Aurora📱: Fine, we'll meet there.

Aurora and Andrew stopped messaging each other and both got ready to go out for dinner.

Aurora wore a black dress, tied up her hair slightly, applied light makeup, put on some flats, grabbed her purse, shared her location with Sophia as her friend had asked, and left the pre-written message. Then, she took a taxi and headed to the restaurant.

Andrew dressed in black, sprayed cologne on himself, got into his car, and headed to the restaurant.

Andrew arrived at the restaurant first. They seated him at a private table and he asked them to escort Aurora to his table when she arrived.

A few minutes later, Aurora arrived, announced her presence, and they led her to Andrew's table.

The waiter pulled out the chair for her and she sat down. Andrew wasn't chivalrous, so he waited for her to be seated.

The waiter handed them the menu. Everything seemed too expensive for Aurora, and she didn't know what to order.

Andrew noticed this and decided to order for both of them. He also ordered one of the finest bottles available.

Andrew: Well, what do you want to talk about?

Aurora felt nervous, but it was best to get straight to the point.

Aurora: Are you still interested in what I told you?

Andrew: In the contract?

Aurora nodded.

Andrew: You see, I'm not someone who seeks out business; business comes to me. I also don't usually beg.

Aurora interrupted.

Aurora: I am interested.

Andrew: And why is that interest?

Aurora: If you know everything about me, you must know why it interests me.

Andrew: Well, I only know what matters to me, so tell me.

Aurora: Well, circumstances force me to do this, sir. If it were up to me, I wouldn't do it. I just want you to help my mother get the surgery she needs.

Andrew: I didn't know that was the reason.

Aurora: So, what do you say?

Andrew: Look, the contract would be for one year. You would have to be my wife for a year. During that year, you and your family will have everything you need. Your mother will undergo surgery, and I will cover the expenses.

Aurora: And will it all be that easy?

Andrew: Tomorrow, during lunchtime, I will bring you the contract. There you can see what you'll be doing for a year. You can take it home and review it. Now, let's have dinner.

Aurora: Alright.

Aurora and Andrew had dinner. Andrew couldn't help but look at her and imagine being with her in bed. Aurora could feel his gaze, but she avoided it, as it made her nervous.

After dinner...

Andrew: Shall we dance?

Aurora: I'm sorry. I'd rather go home and rest. I have to work tomorrow.

Andrew: Alright then, allow me to take you home.

Aurora: I'm not sure if that's okay.

Andrew: I won't do anything you don't want, don't worry.

Aurora hesitated, but eventually agreed.

Andrew settled the bill, and they left the restaurant.

Aurora and he got into his car - a luxurious, latest-model sports car.

Andrew drove to Aurora's house, parked, and turned off the car.

Aurora: Thank you for bringing me home.

Andrew: You're welcome. See you tomorrow.

Aurora got out of the car but turned back as she was about to enter her house.

Andrew: Is something wrong?

Aurora: Yes.

Andrew: Tell me.

Aurora: Can you tell me your name?

Andrew: You don't know my name?

Aurora: No.

Andrew: My name is Andrew Walker.

Aurora: Nice to meet you.

Andrew laughed and left. Aurora entered her house, went up to her room carefully, changed into her pajamas, and went to sleep.

(Andrew)

She's a very beautiful woman. Seeing her without her uniform made me think about everything I would do to her. But I must be patient. When she asked for my name, it made me laugh. Though I must confess, it made me more interested. How is it possible that she doesn't know who I am?

Andrew asked Mike to prepare the marriage contract for tomorrow to give it to Aurora.

Andrew: Draft a marriage contract. Here's a list of my requests.

Mike: Why are you doing this?

Andrew: I don't usually give explanations, but you're my friend. Honestly, I don't even know.

Mike: Why not try to make her fall in love with you? She seems like a good girl.

Andrew: She's selling herself. Do you think she's good? Besides, you know I don't believe in love.

Mike: Then, if you're going to force her to be with you, why not pay for what she needs and set her free?

Andrew: I'll have her with me for one year because of the slap she gave me.

Mike: Well, you know what you're doing. If that's all, I'll leave.

Andrew: That's all.

Andrew wanted to have her close to him because Aurora brought him peace. He put on his pajamas and went to sleep.

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