Maya's pov:

My eyes fluttered for a minute before adjusting to the light. But, my body refused to move even a bit. After a lot of convincing to myself that it's time I should get up, I opened my eyes to meet the most beautiful sight of my life.

Xavier. He was peacefully sleeping, not to forget tightly clutching me as if he wouldn't find me when he gets up.

Suddenly, my thoughts went back to yesterday night. Heat crawled up my cheeks and I could feel them heating up on remembering those surreal moments.

It was a bliss.

Yesterday, in that split second even before his touch, every nerve in my body and brain was electrified just at the thought of it. It was the anticipation of being together in a way that's more than words, that's so completely tangible.

I always wanted to be united in soul and body to the person who will be the love of my life. And so making love is an expression of love, of the bond, an intimacy that stretches gracefully into the thoughts, dreams and wishes.

To be choosy is different from being a prude, for once we are in love, everything we want to do is fun, play, love. And I could say, that he was everything.

He became my drug. One touch and his intoxication is instant.

"You cheeks getting into a darker shade of red proves that you are thinking of me." I gasped when I felt his hand stroking my neck and his eyes wide open.

"Whatever you want to do is what we'll do and there isn't a thing I can do to stop you - not that I'd want to." He said kissing my neck and heat in my cheeks increased more.

Suddenly feeling shy, I dipped my neck into his chest and hugged him more tight than before.

His laugh vibrated his chest, it was the perfect sound of a very good morning.

Xavier's pov:

Just her scent sends me into a heady trance, one that doesn't end until our bodies are still once more, just warm and snuggled in as close as two souls can be.

"Maya." I called her out and she raised her head. Her dark brown doe orbs were the only thing, I want to dive into right now.

"Good morning baby." I said kissing her forehead.

"Hmm...Good morning." She replied and her head went back into my chest.

"Not that I don't want to be close to you but, we have really important things to do today Maya. And for that we have to get up." She meekly nodded and got up.

Her perfect bear upper body was on complete display as she stretched her hands and rubbed her face.

The moment she realised that I was staring at her and she wasn't wearing anything, she quickly pulled the sheets up to her neck.

I laughed at her silliness and said, "You do know that I have seen everybody part of yours yesterday night, don't you?"

"That was different and its daytime now. I cannot just stand around wearing nothing and give you a show." She blushed more.

"Oh God Maya. I am so in love with you and your blush." I said lightly pinching her cheeks.

"Don't make fun of me. Go away. I want to use the restroom." She tried to sound a little offended but, her cheeks betrayed her.

"Either it's you walking without the sheet to the bathroom or I am going to carry you with the sheet. Now the choice is yours."

She looked at me wide eyed and it was no longer, I could control my laughter.

"Relax Maya. I was just messing around with you. I know that it was your first time and and it's pretty obvious to be shy." I said stroking her cheek. "You just wait here for a moment, I will quickly prepare a hot water bath for you so that you can get relaxed. I know that you must be sore down there."

With that I got up from the bed and as soon as she saw me naked, she put her hands around her eyes. I laughed at her antics and went in the washroom to prepare a hot water bath for her.

I went outside to see her still clutching the bed sheet tightly. I knew that she won't let it go that easily. So I picked her up along with the bedsheet and she gasped.

"Xavier! What are you doing?" She shrieked.

"Shhh..."

I put her into the bath tub and said, "You relax over here. I'll go and get freshen up in the next room."

I so badly wanted to shower with her but it's too quick for that.

Maya's pov:

Xavier was right . The hot water did calm down my muscles and my soreness was nearly vanished. I could still feel something into my legs but it was just the thing that my never used muscles were completely tired from yesterday's work.

A smile automatically make its way up to my lips whenever I remember yesterday's night. It was really a beautiful moment. Xavier was so understanding and so cooperative of my body that I didn't realise when my body completely surrendered to him and I was drowning into a pool desire and love.

In the room, that is twilight and shadow Xavier came and stood close enough for me to breathe in his scent. His arms wrap around my back and in one gentle pull our skin touches as I just returned from the bath and was searching for my clothes in the closet.

I feel his hand in my hair, how he loves the softness, watching it tumble as he releases it. Then his hand moves down my cheekbones to my lips. That's when the kissing starts . The way our lips connect and our bodies fit together, as if we were made just for this, to fall into one another, to feel this natural rhythm.

"Are you okay baby? Is It still hurting somewhere? I am so sorry if it's. I tried to be very gentle." His concern is another thing that makes me fall for him harder.

"No Xavier, you can never hurt me . I know that. It's just that there is still a slight of soreness into my legs but I am completely fine. It will go away soon."

"I love you." He said, hugging me.

"I love you too and now please go away from here. I have to wear clothes." I pushed him lightly as I felt him playing with my bra strap.

"Wait a minute." He said and went towards his side of the closet. He picked up a bag and brought it to me. "Wear this and come downstairs, we have to discuss few things." He went but, not without giving me a peck.

I went downstairs wearing the formal attire that Xavier gave me. I was confused at first but then thought if he has given me this to wear it, must be something.

He was already sitting on the couch in the living room, already dressed in his three piece Armani black suit, looking all handsome and dashing.

"You look heavenly amazing baby." He got up and kissed my cheeks. "Thanks and you too." I replied and lowered my head to hide my blush. It still gets goosebumps on me as soon as I remember that just few hours ago we spent an amazing night.

"Stop blushing baby or I won't think about it even once before taking your right here. You don't know how sexy you look whenever you blush."

"Xavier!" I gasped at his blunt choice of words and slightly hit his arm.

"As long as my heart wants to keep on teasing and romancing you more, but we have more important things to do right now." He said and took me towards the couch.

"Listen to me properly Maya." I nodded and he continued.

"Today is a press conference for introducing you to the world. Wait! Don't say anything. Just listen to me first.

It's not going to be anything big it's just a small press conference for the world to know that I am married. And, more than that, I want to introduce you as my wife. I know that we could have done this later but there are some more things that need my attention right now.

Plus, after I introduce as my wife, it will be also known to the world that you are the meaning in . The whole world is waiting for the other owner of the company. I want you to be the boss lady there. I know you are the boss of me, of this house , of our family but I want you to be the one who would rule the company with her potential and take it to huge heights.

I know it is very new for you, a press conference , answering many people and such big crowd but, some or the other day you had to do this. So it's today."

The news came as a complete shock to me and I was completely stunned to hear whatever Xavier just said.

"Maya say something." Xavier took my hand his rubbed my palms to calm my racing heart.

"I don't know what to say Xavier. I expected anything but this on the next day of my wedding." I was still shocked.

"Okay. I will think of some reason to cancel this press conference then if you are not ready." He said after thinking for a while.

No. I can't let him down. He already has so many companies to run and so much of work to do. I can't increase anything more by tempering with his schedule. It's okay. I can do it and for Xavier, I will do it.

"Wait Xavier. Don't cancel it . I am ready." I tried to sound confident but deep down I was hell scared.

"Are you sure Maya? Because I know this has to be done but, but I can still workout few things if you don't want to."

"You have handed me over such a big company with a lot of trust. I can't let you down. And, one or the other day, I have to face the world. So , why not today. And remember what you said, We together, can do anything and everything. So with you by my side, I will do anything you ask for." His lips went upwards into a mind blowing smile and he hugged me tightly.

"That's like my Maya. Now, let's discuss what we have to say there." He said and I nodded, hearing everything very properly.

Right now, we were sitting in Xavier's office looking at the screen. It was the CCTV screening of the room where the event was to be held.

"Xavier, you said that there aren't many people but, these are like some 50 reporters." I was sure that he could sense my fear.

"That's what I said. They are ONLY 50." He chuckled at his pressure to the number 50.

After everyone arrived, Xavier took my hand in his and we stood outside the room waiting for Chris to call us. He was going to host the event.

"And now I would like to welcome one of the owner of the company. The greatest business tycoon right now in New York. The very one, Mr. Xavier Adams." With that Xavier went inside and was greeted by a loud round of applause.

As he explained, I stood there waiting for him to call me. I was nervous and excited at the same time. My palms started sweating due to the anxiety. I quickly rubbed them off to my dress and took deep breaths.

"Now, with utmost honour and respect, I present you the strongest and most beautiful woman in my life. The other owner of this company, my soulmate, my love , my life and my wife. Mrs. Maya Xavier Adams. " And there it goes.

Xavier's pov:

I felt really proud to see her walking into the auditorium with that beautiful smile and the new grown confidence.

There were whispers into the room, few gasps and few mouths wide opened.

I walked towards her and encircled my hand around her waist.

"My wife." I presented proudly to the world. After a while of a bit of chaos at this shocking information, everyone settled down at their places.

Out of all, Maya was shocked to see the faces sitting in the VIP row.

Dan, Lucas, Mimi, Daisy, Liam and Lina. I knew that these people can calm down Maya's nervousness. Also, I couldn't deprive them of the opportunity of seeing Maya climb up a step ahead to her success.

She smiled at me muttering a small thank you. I reciprocated the same.

"Now, one by one you'll be given the chance to talk to the new owners. No offensive comment or anything would be appreciated." Chris announced.

"Hello. This is Amy from The New York Times. First of all congratulations to both of you for your marriage. My question is for the lady. Mrs. Adams, how does it feel to be married to the biggest business tycoon, Mr. Xavier Adams."

I was afraid that Maya might get nervous at her first question but, she very confidently held her mic and gave me an assuring smile.

"Business Tycoon or not, but it feels really great to be married to the love of my life."

Just one sentence and Maya shut off the reporter. I somewhere knew that this reporter was trying to get something controversial. But, the way Maya handled it, being her very first question, made me realise that this conference is going to be well.

I could see that my complete family and friends were very proud of Maya's answer.

"Mr. Adams, you're almost into every business. What made you enter the Tech industry all of a sudden?" A senior reporter asked.

"It's my wife behind it. The love she has for softwares, coding and all that technical stuff, I don't even know about, as well as the intelligence and the skills she has in this field are mind blowing. And as you know X.D. Empires acquires most of the businesses in almost every field.

But, I never thought of going into the technical stuff because I was never too good at it. But when Maya entered my life, along with her, I also got acquainted to the various aspects of technology, applications, games and much more that make our lives easier.

This was the reason I thought of starting this company and I am pretty sure that my guidance and her skills are going to take us to the heights of success."

Everyone clapped at my answer and there were many more questions that were asked regarding our marriage and our new company.

"Okay guys, now it will be the last question. Mr. and Mrs. Adams have to leave somewhere." Chris announced.

"Hi Mrs. Adams. I'm Jemmy from the E-Times. Actually I wanted to ask you for very long time that how do you get to be the owner of this company? Just because he is your husband, is it fair to other youngsters who are incredibly talented, to not get such opportunities just because their partners aren't billionaires? One more thing, as everyone here knows Mr. Adams is known very well for his casanova image. So, don't you think it is a risk to get married to a person who has such bad impression among girls? Because marriage is based on loyalty and now that you guys are not only limited to spouses, but also you are business partners. So, what will happen to this new venture, if you guys split up?"

My fists clenched and anger flared into me as soon as I heard her question. She is known for her controversies with celebrities more than her work. I signalled Chris to wrap up the conference. But before he could announce it on the mic, Maya stood up from her chair.

"First of all thank you so much ma'am for spicing up the conference with your so important questions. And now, let's get your first question.

Yes, you are right. I got this because of my husband and I am extremely proud of him that he has that capability and power to give someone an opportunity to fly. If it wasn't for him then, I am pretty sure that to start such a company, it would have taken 5 to 10 years for me. But, now that I am given this chance at such an early age, I would like to make the best use of it. And as you are so concerned for the incredibly intelligent youngsters, I want to get into that. In my company, skills will be given the top most priority. So for those who lack opportunities, they will be nurtured in my company.

Now getting to the second question, I see that you are really very much concerned about my married life. You said correct. Marriage is based on Loyalty. I've read somewhere that Cheating is a Choice and Loyalty is a Responsibility and I am very proud to say that my husband knows and handles his responsibilities very well. And yeah, just one more thing. Always remember that Those Who Live In Glass Houses Should Not Throw Stones At Others."

With that, Maya sat back on chair and everyone including me was stunned at her answer. What she meant by her last statement was that this reporter Jemmy was divorced by her husband and businessman Jack Collins few months back for cheating on him with a fellow colleague.

After the conference ended, we met our friends and family who were extremely proud and happy with Maya.

"Excuse me guys. If you don't mind, I would like take my wife. We are getting late for our flight." I said, looking at my watch.

"As if you wouldn't take her away, if we mind." Mocked Lucas.

"But, where are we going?" Asked my curious wife.

"For now, you just need to know that we are off to our honeymoon." With that, I pulled my extremely confused wife with me . Towards a better destination and towards a better life, filled with love, respect and care.