Alexi tossed a file towards her as they waited for the servant to pack up their necessary things. Natalie was a bit reluctant but after some thoughts she picked it up to read on the first page was written 'Cross Family' in bold letters she flipped it over.
Old Mrs Camillie Cross: Head of the family.
Matthew Cross: 55 years.
Sylvana Cross: 53 years.
Amelia Cross: 50 years.
Sylvana Cross (First Wife) Children,
Devon Cross: 31 years (Single).
Amy Cross: 31 years (Married).
Amelia Cross(Second Wife) Children,
Alexi Cross: 27 years.
Natalie glanced up after reading them out, she stared at Alexi age and stole a glance from him no doubt that he looks handsome with those muscular abs, packs and sexy as sin body. He looked younger than his age but he acts older than his age. "Is there a problem" Alexi asked looking uncomfortable with her gaze.
"No but I don't know why I'm given this" She asked.
"If possible avoid them they are annoying... If you let them they would drain you of all energy so don't hesitate to put them in their places if you like yourself stand back to them" Alexi advised as he rested closing his eyes, his brows were furrowed in a frown and suddenly he felt and hand moving on his forehead his eyes snapped opened to meet Natalie's Chester nut orbs focused intently on him as she massaged it gently.
"Are you having headache again" She asked softly, he made a sound of agreement. "If they cause the headache stay away your sanity matters, I checked your pulse earlier and it says your life Is hanging by a thread once the thread cut you either run mad or die but I don't want you to die so let me treat you, I have been taught traditional Chinese medicine from when I was little and I am going to be a doctor one day so be my first patient" Natalie said her voice gentle holding lots of emotion. "If you insist on getting the prescription checked, the earlier the better".
Alexi stared at her face from her eyes to her nose then finally rested on her mouth, his misty blue eyes are dilated focused intensely on her small pouty lips that looks a lot fleshy up close. "Is there... Something on my face" Natalie stuttered, her lashes lowered in embarrassment she is sure her cheek had turn deep shades of red.
"No... Continue" He muttered closing his eyes. For the past seven years of his life he had never looked at a female till the extent he was lost, he hardly even look at them when they are the one who throws themselves without a second thought. "Oh..." Natalie muttered when she realised she had actually stopped massaging his head, she continued for half a hour, Kelly came out alongside some maid immediately she was done with the massage that was when she noticed they had been done for quite a while but patiently for her to be done.
"Thanks Kelly" Natalie said in her hostess voice trying to mask her embarrassment, Kelly bowed slightly with a smile while the servants carried the luggage to the car.
Alexi led the way and Natalie hurried behind to match his pace but he had long legs so she had to run all the way to the awaiting shiny black porsche at the entrance, She entered the car quickly as the weather was cold today as it was winter.
"When can I visit my dad" Natalie asked looking at Alexi but seeing he had no plans to talk Lionel spoke up.
"He underwent a surgery as at this morning and it was successful, he will be undergoing two more surgery scheduled for next week and two weeks after...He was beaten up badly and had some internal injuries".
"Which day next week" Natalie asked her expression was gloomy looking like a lost child. Alexi glanced at her contemplating on giving her a comforting hug or pat but as usual he chose not to. "Can I see him tomorrow"
"I'm sorry young miss but that will be the day after tomorrow as you will be occupied tomorrow".
"Why what's happening" She asked looking clueless, Lionel took a deep breath glancing at Alexi for approval but his expression gave nothing away. He might as well talk and face any punishment Lionel thought.
"Young miss, Old Mrs Camillie Cross birthday is tomorrow" Lionel stated looking at Alexi warily but he didn't say anything only then did he take a deep breath.. He knew talking about the Cross Family triggered Alexi migraines so he was very cautious with his words.
"I didn't pick a gift.... Help me pick a gift and I will pay for it but please be considerate" Natalie said with a smile before leaning on the window to take in the scenery "Stop the car" Natalie yelled tapping the window, the driver immediately came to an halt.
"What's that" Alexi said frowning, Natalie faced him with a cheeky smile "There is a toy shop, I have always wanted a teddy".
She quickly came down and the driver followed her, Lionel glanced at Alexi hesitantly. "Talk if you want to".
"Sir, What are you going to do with Pierre situation sir... Everytime you go to the old house your migraines become severe and now you are going for a whole week." Lionel said, Alexi understood his concern as there are only less than a few people that knows about his illness not even his own parent that's how much secret it is.
"It remains as always, pick Pierre up tomorrow and bring him straight to my quarter". Alexi said leaving no room for argument.
"What of young miss" Lionel couldn't help but ask glancing towards the path Natalie passed through. "... and what about her..." Alexi asked uninterested.
"Considering the way she is, she might freak out or throw tantrum" Lionel said freely but he suddenly felt a chill rolled down his spine, he looked back to see Alexi glaring coldlyat him. "Don't mind me I miss spoke".
Natalie quickly entered the car shivering "Oh...my...". Alexi draped his Coat around her, she smiled shakily. "Which fool doesn't wear a coat during winter then goes out to buy a plush toy, your IQ level is really disturbing... Starting next week you are resuming school no buts" Alexi shook his head at her, Natalie glared at him angrily but the coat only gave a bit of warm she stole a glance at Alexi who seemed absorbed in his own thought, she went near him then embrace him making Alexi stiffen all over. "I'm cold please let me share your warmth".
Lionel: "....." Do you really want to die young miss.
The driver kept his eyes on the road acting like a log of wood.
Alexi glance down at the little woman who wrapped her arm round his waist with a complicated look, A o part of h wanted to throw her out the window but another part of him was absorbed with how soft her body and the natural peach fragrance that exudes a sense of calmness, he looked eyes with her face that wasn't adorned by any make over kit just natural yet she was like a carefully crafted painting. "Hmmm" He made a sign of agreement then placed his hand on her back snuggling her closer to him.
Lionel eyes widened at his boss sudden move he couldn't help but saying his mind 'If you are kidnapped please blink twice master so I can help'.