Dominic took my hand and led me into the private elevator for senior executives, then took me to his office.
Dominic's office is designed and decorated exactly like him. He uses black and white as the main color, all equipment and utensils are neatly and orderly arranged. The space of the room is very large, enough for a large bookcase, an expensive sofa set and a wooden desk.
The office also has some special designs, such as a floor-to-ceiling window that offers a panoramic view of the city.
In addition, there is also a small break room in his office. His room is fully furnished, even a bathroom, so he can work all night and live here temporarily if needed. Perhaps, this is why when I first arrived at Dominic's mansion, he rarely came home.
Come to think of it, time has gone by so fast, there are only 10 days left until the end of our three-month deal. A lot of things have changed, including thoughts and feelings. Our starting point was a quick and ridiculous one-night stand. Then we discovered the secret of our childhood engagement. Next, Dominic wanted me to be his mistress and hide my identity from everyone except members of the Arnold and Joan families. Up to now, our relationship is still unclear.
Is the mistress and the boss? Or husband and wife? Or are we a couple?
I myself don't know who I am to Dominic after all.
"Alright, what made you come to me in such a hurry?"
We sat down on the sofa together and started talking. I didn't dare to hide it from him anymore, I told him the whole thing that I was cheated by lawyer Kevin and now I am empty-handed.
"My father is definitely behind this. Now he has succeeded, and I will have to face his punishment. He certainly won't forgive me."
Remembering my own disobedience and stubbornness when he demanded that I return my great-grandfather Joan's inheritance, I know well the awful things my father would do to me.
Dominic listened attentively, but didn't answer me for a long time. This put me in a bit of a low mood. Could it be that he was angry because I didn't trust him and did my own thing? I guess so, but looking at his pensive face, I'm not sure of that thought.
"First, you should rest. We will discuss this later."
Dominic led me into his break room, then closed the door and continued working. His ambiguity made me think even more. I lay in bed tossing and turning for a long time, then fell asleep without realizing it. When I woke up, I heard Dominic talking to someone on the phone.
"Just do it... No need to worry... She'll be under my control... The property is yours, and it's mine..."
I frowned and moved closer to the door, putting my ear to it to listen. My hunch told me that Dominic's plan was far beyond my imagination, and even involved my father. According to my memory, Dominic and my father had a conversation the day my father invited us to Joan's mansion for dinner. That conversation certainly hid that secret, and it was no coincidence that Dominic allowed me to spend three months with him.
Still, it's not like I can know what I want to know. Dominic reassured me then never mentioned this again, nor did he mention that our three-month agreement was coming to an end.
Just like that, with a troubled mind, I continued to study ballet at Malibu Academy.
After Kaylin took a short break from the academy to avoid scandal, Jenny also seemed to be in a slump. She wasn't in the mood to provoke me anymore, most of the time she was focused on teaching and homework, cutting down on many Royal group activities.
Another bleak week passed, and then the most awaited event of winter arrived.
"God, our academy has been under a spell these days. Everyone is moody and tired." Veronica sat next to me and kept whining.
I have the same thoughts as her. I really expected something more interesting to happen, and it did.
"There's a Christmas ball this weekend, have you heard?" I ask.
"Of course. I see that we can freely choose a partner to attend, there is no limit to a partner in our academy." At the mention of this event, Veronica's eyes lit up.
She seems very excited, because every year this event is always bustling and exciting. This is also an opportunity for those who do not have a lover to confess their love to their crush, or for couples in love to have the opportunity to express their feelings.
"Can I invite anyone to be my partner?"
"Yes." Veronica nodded. "You're going to invite Dominic, aren't you?"
Hearing his name, my face turned red, I stuttered in response.
"I... I haven't thought of that. Besides, he's busy."
"Hahaha, you're so cute, Esther." Veronica laughed and pinched my cheek. "There's only three days left until the Christmas ball, we should be getting ready, shouldn't we?"
"Three days left..."
I muttered under my breath and remembered that our three-month agreement had only three days left.
I'm about to leave Dominic, I really can't help it, I wish time would slow down. Recently, Dominic has been really busy, although he still comes home regularly, the time we spend together is only a few hours in the evening.
He and I still make love regularly, and after each orgasm we are exhausted and fall asleep hugging each other. Several times, I tried to ask him about our agreement as well as about the inheritance. But he never gave a clear answer.
For the upcoming prom, I want to do something. Confess your feelings to him or end an ambiguous relationship with him? Either way, at least I know I need to talk to him clearly to know if I should continue to stay with him or not.