Hours passed by. It is already 6 o'clock in the evening. 6 hours after Gideon left me. As promised Mr. Shades reheated all my meals much to my embarassment.

He tried to teach me how to use the microwave. He repeated all the instructions three times so I will not forget it. Confident that I can use this machine without killing myself I transfer my food in a metal bowl to reheat it. I think that metal conducts heat easily so my food will reheat faster than the plastic container. Right?

While I place the bowl inside the microwave Joe another guard passby and ask what I am doing.

"I am reheating my dinner"

He peered inside the microwave then comically his eyes widen. I've never seen someone walks from my living room to kitchen in two steps.

"Miss! Don't close the door!"

He reached my side and pushed me a little bit on the side and he opened the microwave and removed the bowl. He is transferring the food from the previous container while scolding me like a child.

"Are you trying to kill yourself? If you are that suicidal do it in another way! Do you want them to put on your death certificate 'dead due to stupidity'? Boss will kill us too even if we survive!" He reprimanded.

"I am not suicidal for your information. I am just trying to reheat my food as instructed by Mr. Shades!"

"Did he or did he not tell you that metals are not allowed inside this thing."

"He just told me untensils so it is fork and spoon he did not mention any bowls" I explained.

Hearing my explanation Joe mentioned many badwords that I can't even repeat because it is that bad.

While we are arguing we did not notice that Gideon and Mr. Shades was watching us.

"What is happening?"

Gideon approach us.

"Sir" Joe bowed to Gideon and step away to give him a space to stand on.

Gideon assessed the situation and he landed his gaze on me. He looked at me and raises his eyebrow for explanation.

I did not give him any. He faced Joe and That traitor spilled what happened.

In my amazement Gideon showed at least 2 emotions amusement and frustration.

He looked at Mr. Shades for further explanation but Mr. Shades raises both his arm to show that he is not involved in this situation. Another traitor in my book.

Finally Gideon just sigh and ordered the two traitor to leave.

When we are alone Gideon guide me in to the living room and sat me on the sofa beside him.

He face towards me swipes his hair. He is really frustrated if he is doing that.

In a soft but firm voice he said

"Love. What you did a few minutes ago is dangerous. You can hurt or worse kill yourself. If you just press one button the microwave might explode. Do you understand me?"

I nodded. I realize that I am really inept in technology department.

I bowed my head in embarassment. How many times this man saw me at my worst? This is not a good way to impress your crush. Even if I am not experienced in this field I know.

I heard him sigh and lift my face to face him.

"It's okay love. I know you are having a hard time grasping the concept of gadgets or technology in general but please be careful. If you have questions or doubt I am one call away even Jared is here just ask. Okay?"

I just nodded at him. He stare at my eyes as if assuring himself that I understood his instruction. A little bit longer I'll melt on how intense he is staring at me.

He stands abruptly and pulled me with him. He dragged me to the front door.

"Where are we going? I am not dressed to go out for fudge sakes!"

He still continues to walk. He is ignoring my calls.

We reached the ground floor with me still protesting about my garments.

"Sir! The heck! Let go of me!"

I twist my arm so he can let go of me.

I faced him ready to berate him but when I see the expression on his face I stopped. He has his infuriating blank look wherein nothing that you want to say will not penetrate his brain.

"Yes Ella? You were saying?"

See? He doesn't listen.

"Look at my clothes"

He looked at me from head to toe. His gaze makes me more insecure.

" I am looking alright. It is fine love. No need to change. We will just eat dinner in a place near here. Formal wear is not required"

"Dinner? Why are you just telling me that just now. I need my bag because my wallet is in there."

He just rolled his eyes and grab my hand again. His car is parked right outside the entrance of my building which is illegal by the way.

He assist me in entering his car he put his hand on top of my head maybe to prevent me from banging my head on the corner of the door. I can totally see myself doing that.

As he entered his car he assist me in placing the seatbelt properly. Other people might be crossed if someone doing this simple thing for them but not me. I am really starved for affection psychiatrist around the world might enjoy my case.

The silence in the car is not awkward. I dare say it is comfortable.

After 10 min we arrived infront of a hotel but I am not sure because the window is heavily tinted.

Gideon went out of the car. As I was starting to remove my seatbelt the door on my side opened and Gideon again assisted me in removing mg seatbelt and holds my waist in going down the car.

I am frozen in place when I saw the hotel. As far as I can see this is the kind of hotel that you need to sell your kidney just to afford an overnight stay.

Without noticing my dillema Gideon put his hand on my lower back and urge me to go inside the hotel.

I tried to ressist but alas he is a force of nature. Nothing can derail him.

A man dressed in suit opened the door for us. I restrain myself to gape on the oppulence of this hotel. I can even see my image on the floor.

People is looking at Gideon but not blatantly staring. Every people that we passed by are glancing at him. Maybe they are thinking why is he with a beggar.

We stopped in front of another door and it is infront of a restaurant. A maitre was waiting for us and she graciously smile at us if that is possible.

"Name please" she asked Gideon.

"Rosen-Hower"

After hearing his name she stands up properly and gives us her mega watt smile.

"Right this way sir"

We entered the restaurant and all as in all people are wearing formal wear! One woman was even wearing a necklace as wide as her neck! This place is ridiculous. In shame I cower on the side of Gideon to hide my face because I am ashamed of what I am wearing. I am the only one who looks like I clean their costumers shoes everyday. I don't look like a costumer at all.

Gideon immediately side hugged as if he knows I am embarrased.

We reach our booth and the waitress gave us a menu. I did not dare to look at the menu. I know in my heart that I can not afford even a glass of water in this place.

Gideon is looking at menu and he is examining every page.

"What's wrong love?"

I bend on the table and he did the same as of I am telling him a secret. I tell him in a soft voice.

"Gideon you told me that my clothing is fine!but can you see all this people they look like they are all going to an award show! And look at me I look like their Personal assitant heck I am not even qualified to be a personal assitant."

He stares at me as if I am again going crazy.

"Say something"

He stands up and he went to my side.

"Scoot over" I slide on the booth to give him space and he sits beside me.

He faces me and hold my hands.

"Ella don't worry about your appearance. Your clothes doesn't defy who you are. Ignore all these people because they are nothing. They don't hold a candle to your beauty. And besides I own this Hotel so anyone who offends or looks at you in a bad way I can fire them immediately."

"and what if the people who offend me is not your employee?" I challenged.

"Well. I can make their life hell in just one call."

I gulped. Well that is not comforting at all.

He touches my cheeks and said

"Any allergies? As far as I can remember you don't. Or any food preferences?"

I shyly go near him I can see in my peripheral vision that his eyes widen fractionally. He did not expect me to go near him.

"Any food is fine." I whispered. "Is there a steak in here because I heard it is delicious" I whispered to him slightly.

I went back to my previous position. When I look at Gideon he is smiling fondly of me. As if I am his child that says cute things.

He raised his right hand and immediately a waiter went to our table. He told the waiter in his normal tone our orders.

I can see that the hands of the waiter is trembling while writing our orders maybe he is hungry also.

"I'd like 2 medium well wagyu steak, a plate of ceasare salad...wait" then he faces me and ask.

"Love what drinks do you want"

"Is coke available? or orange juice" I answered.

"Give me a pitcher of those drinks that she mentioned, a plate of carbonara and 2 slices of tiramisu."

" In 15 minutes your order will be served"

Gideon just nodded while I smiled at the waiter. The waiter saw me smile so he returned my smile and went back to the kitchen I assume.

I did not notice that Gideon is scowling at me.

"What Did I do now?"

"Do you like him?"

"Who? Mr. Waiter? Maybe."

"What? That son of a - "

"Gideon!" I cut him off. " I like him coz he will give me my food"

"Ella I am paying for that food so you should like me more."

Is he pouting? I think he is.

" of course I like you also who said I don't? But I like many people so theres that." I grin at him.

As promised after 15 minutes all our orders are in the table.

I stare at it in awe. This is the 1st time that my table has so many food. Even on my birthday there is only indomie noodles.

I faced Gideon to express my gratitude and He is smiling. His eyes were twinkling.

"You're welcome love. I'll help you cutting this steak"

He cuts the stake in bite sized. I wish I have rice at this moment because everything is more delicious if there is rice.

After cutting the steak he put the plate in front of me. I thank him and starts eating. I took one piece and if it is possible this wagyu steak is heaven. I might cry. It melts in your mouth. Definitely I need some rice.

I look at Gideon and ask him.

"Can we eat steak everyday?"

"Absolutely if that what's you want love".

I beamed at him and continue eating.

I savor each and every bite of the steak. Gideon even commented It looks like I am in a comercial for steak with the way I am eating and moaning which he describe borderline scandalous.

I liked carbonara but I prefer spaghetti more. Ceasare salad is okay. I told Gideon that I can't imagine that some women only eat this kind of meal in a day. I might die if this is the only thing I eat.

Tiramisu is heaven. I even eyed Gideon's piece when I finished mine. To my chagrin he offered his piece but I decline. He promised we will buy the whole thing next time.

There is next time? Hopefully.

After eating the waiter gave us the bill. Gideon did not let me see the cost of pur food. He just place a black card.

After 5 min the waiter returned and gave the card to Gideon.

We stand up from the booth and of course Gideon assist me. I thanked the waiter and for good measure I wave goodbye to him also.

I wrapped my arms to Gideons waist like a side hug and he place his arm on my shoulder. We look like we came from the bar not the restaurant.

Our car was waiting out front and Mr. Shades opened the car. After entering the car I feel sleepy already so I just lean in to the window and let myself sleep in just for a little bit. I know that Gideon will wake me up if we arrive at my apartment.

This day started from disaster but end in a good note. I saw the side of Gideon that he did not let others see. Who would have thought the he is the kind of person who will call me "love" . I bet reporters would kill to get this news about him.