Chapter 39 - House

Just as Chris promised, they checked out from the hotel the next day and moved into the house that he bought. It was located in one of the residential areas downtown in Cone Lands.

"So Cone Lands is called Cone Lands because of the pine trees?" Chris asked when they arrived in front of the huge gate. He opened the car door for her to get out and continued. "This isn't my first time in this part of the country but I was never really interested in this place."

"Cone Lands is just some term that natives use. There are seven cities inside Cone Lands. Ashil, where my Zhang Family is located, Isul… we are in Isul now. And Aluya City where the slums are mostly located.."

"Weird names."

"Those are considered heroes in the city." She answered and eyed the steel and slick Grey gate. It was modern with patterns that were laser cut into the steel. "This is… "It looked expensive. She wondered if she could really afford it.

"I know you will like it. Come, let's go inside." He held her hand and pulled her inside the gate, revealing the small walkway that would lead them to the door.

"Outside is still a bit bland. Don't worry, I already asked some people to arrange the garden. Ah, the parking lot could accommodate three cars. The house has five rooms in total. Two of the rooms we can use as our office. Two guest rooms and one master's bedroom."

She nodded and decided to ignore the fact that he was still holding her hand. She wondered if he would sleep in the guest room or masters. Right now, he still owned the house. It is only right that he sleeps in the master's bedroom, right?

He walked inside the house and extended his hand towards the living room. Smiling, he pointed at the sofa that they bought yesterday and some painting on the walls that he chose. Again, she nodded, her eyes roaming around the living room.

Just like the sleek and clean design of this gray and white exterior of the house, the living room also had a tinge of a modern yet cozy atmosphere. The white walls looked great, as with the wooden floorings. It perfectly contrasted the gray sofa and black coffee table. The ring-like chandelier sitting above the living room made the tall ceiling more sophisticated.

"But this is not the most beautiful place." He dragged her to the wooden staircase with a glass baluster. She wanted to tell him how she would like to look at the kitchen that was located past the stairs, but his excitement about the second floor made her speechless.

"This!" Chris said and opened one of the black doors that looked like steel. When she saw what was inside the room, her eyes widened. "So? So? What do you think?"

She gulped. "This… "She walked inside and caressed one of the computer screens. "This is expensive." This room was a haven for hackers. It was full of screens and if her guess was right, this computer should be more sophisticated than the one that he had in Quinn Media. She blinked and looked at him. She wouldn't be able to afford this… now. "I— "

"Bridal price."

"…"

"And since you will be working with me, you need the best computers. Ah, I am not an expert so… if this isn't enough or if something is not the latest model then…"

"It's good. Thank you."

"Turn it on."

She nodded and sat on the most comfortable gaming chair that she was able to sit in all her life. She brushed her fingers against the mechanical keyboard and smiled at it slowly, changing its white light into different bright colors.

Obviously, she was planning to keep it simple and white. However, watching it do its magic was a reminder that she needed to work hard to pay this man for the computer. After a few seconds, she started setting the computer up. Seeing that it was actually the latest model, she couldn't help but smile and immersed herself in the magic of technology.

Sera didn't even notice him leave the room as she tightened the security of her new computer.

When her stomach started grumbling, she realized that she had been inside the room for more than four hours. She went out of the room and opened the nearest door to the office. Chris didn't finish touring, so she had no clue where the guest room or her things were.

She walked inside and realized that this was another office. Unlike her office, that looked dark with lots of LED light, making it look like it came out of the tech magazine, this office was the exact opposite.

It was bright and spacious, with a wooden table and a white couch. The bookshelf that occupied one wall was especially attractive. She wondered if he had read all the books on that shelf or was only using it for decorations.

She decided not to spend more time in his office and walked out only to see him standing behind the door, a towel was on his shoulders as he wiped his wet hair. "What are you doing here?" she asked, and frowned when she realized how stupid her question was. Obviously, he was here because this was his office.

He smiled and gave her a knowing look.

"I was… looking for the room." She said and gulped when she noticed that he wasn't wearing any shirt. She quickly lowered her gaze, then pinched her own leg when she realized how awkward she was.

"Hm. It's the next one."

Without waiting for him to say anything, she rushed towards the room, locking the door behind her. Leaning against the door, she let out a long sigh of frustration. Being shy does not really suit her.

After what felt like forever, she walked towards the bed and collapsed on the bed. It was already six in the afternoon, and she was starving. When she heard the door of the room open, Sera jolted up and looked at Chris. Then she asked, "What are you doing here?"

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