Burning Passion

CHAPTER 171: THE OWNER OF THE MANSION

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After a long talk with Jeremy and Erika, Theo brought Nikki in his bedroom of this mansion. 

Nikki gasped in awed while gaping at the beautiful scenery from Theo's window. The garden below is amazingly beautiful. She starts to imagine her little ones running in the wide garden.

Nikki sighed and reached for her belly. It was just less than two months, but she cannot wait to meet this little one inside her. She could not help to smile as her chest was filled with warmth from the thought.

Nikki lifted her head; her eyes traveled in the neighboring homes. From there, she could see a more beautiful mansion that stood proudly in the distance. She recognized one of them. It was the place they held the photoshoot from the last time. The mansion is perfect to live by a huge family. And what she loves most is the magnolia trees in the garden.

It made her miss her grandparent's White House. Being in a highland, they could watch the entire town and the neighboring hills. But what she misses most is the garden of her grandparents. And it has a beautiful view of the ocean.

She was sad when her parents had to abandon the place after her grandmother died, and they had to take care of her when she was still in trauma after that incident she couldn't remember.

Thinking about the garden, and the past, two strong arms wrapped around her waist and tiny kisses planting on her shoulder.

"What are you thinking about now? It seems serious as you were sighing deep," Theo queried, whispering in her ear as he nibbled.

Tickles from what Theo is doing, she muttered, "Hm… looking at this beautiful scenery, it made me remember the abandon White House of my grandparents."

"Hum… We also met there, right?" Theo said as he caresses his mouth on her forehead.

Nikki replied, "Yes. One of the places where we encountered in the past."

"Let's visit the place after our trip to Switzerland."

Nikki turned around and hugged Theo tight. "Thank you! I would love to show you the place! It has a beautiful sunset, and the old church is beautiful!" Excitedly, she told Theo.

He gaped at her beautiful face. Nikki seems sad earlier, but now, she is back to being cheerful. "Anything for you," Theo said. "But first, let us take a rest. You wanted to get a nap, right?" 

Nikki nodded, and she followed Theo toward his bed. He guided Nikki to climb. After he rested his back on the headboard, Nikki shoves her body into his arms for a cuddle. She falls asleep fast.

Theo is raking Nikki's hair as he contemplates. Until now, it feels he was still inside his dreams, holding this beautiful woman in his arms.

"I love you so much, Nik…" Theo whispered as his eyes slowly closed.

It was evening when Nikki woke up. She reached for the side of the bed, but it was empty. She opens her eyes. But Theo wasn't there anymore.

"Theo?" As she sat up, she called him out.

Nikki steps down from the bed. She is about to knock on the bathroom when she notices Theo is on the veranda, talking with someone on his phone. 

"Theo?"

Theo hangs up the call after he hears Nikki calling him out. He quickly comes into his room and embraces her. 

"You're awake now. Are you hungry?" He asked instantly.

Nikki nodded as she put her arms around Theo's neck, holding him tight as he was like he left for many days. "I missed you," she mumbled. 

He chuckled sexily as he tightened his hold on Nikki's waist. She just has taken a nap, and she woke up without him on her side, and now she is missing him. 

Theo brushed his lips onto her forehead and uttered, "I love you so much." 

"I love you too, my hubby." 

Theo's heart flutters in delight upon hearing Nikki giving him now an endearment. He exclaimed, "I love that!" 

"I wanted you to know… I'm so happy I'm with you." 

"So am I, Nik. I'm so happy I am being with you." 

Nikki watches Theo lowering his head, she anticipates the kiss. She instantly opens her mouth to meet Theo's lips. It was tender; they were temptingly kissing playfully, brushing their lips against each other until they were satisfied. 

After a long kiss, Theo uttered between his gasps. 

"I wanted to show you something. It will be two minutes' drive away." 

"Oh, in the neighborhood?" 

"Yes, in a neighboring mansion. Let's go?" 

"Oh, right now?" 

"Don't worry. There are food waiting." Theo curled a smile.

Hearing the word food, her belly jumps with excitement. She wondered if there was only one angel she bore when she didn't want to stop eating.

"I wonder if I am conceiving for a boy." Nikki shared her thoughts with Theo when they were getting in the car.

Theo's eyes glowed. It excites him if a son he would have soon. But if it's a girl, that was fine as well. He is certain, it will resemble Nikki. It thrills him to have a princess that looks exactly like her mommy.

Theo drove his car and what he said was the house was nearby. In fact, it's just in the neighborhood, and Nikki recognized the house. It was the mansion where they shot a short film for Theo's project.

It confused her whether a photoshoot was taking at the moment as she could see the whole mansion lit up. What she remembers is the mansion for sale. But it looks like someone bought it already, and it was Theo's friend. 

Pondering over, Theo helps her step out of the car. With this curiosity in her mind, she asks Theo. "Do you know the person who lives here? I mean, it was for sale when the photoshoot was held here." 

She thought the owner must invite Theo for a celebration tonight as he mentions there is food a while back. She wished Theo told her ahead of time, and she could fix herself before coming here. Her long dress crumpled when she took a nap. Also, she only wore a lip tint and no makeup, but only a light blush. At least, she should have to change her dress!

However, Theo stared at her with amusement. It confused her why Theo remains standing in front of her with a playful smile. 

"What? Am I wrong? Why are you looking at me like that, huh? Do I look okay?" She began worrying about meeting the new owner of this mansion, and she doesn't look presentable.

"You were asking me if I know the person who owns this mansion?" 

Nikki nodded and waited for Theo to go on further. 

"The person who owns this mansion was standing in front of me." 

Nikki was in great bewilderment. She doesn't understand.

She glanced behind her, but no one was there. Slowly, her brain begins to process the words Theo had said. 

Her eyes widened upon realizing it. 

"You're kidding me, right?"