Unforeseen Fascination

Everyone bowed down to Dana and the latter raised her hand in acknowledgement. They then hurriedly helped her get inside, and after getting everything in order, the driver started the car. The ride from the hospital up to the penthouse only took half an hour.

Everyone tacitly understood to be silent as Dana was dozing off. Marie supported her with a pillow and took a blanket below the chair, which had a cabinet compartment. The butler who is beside the driver in the front seat adjusted the temperature of the car to keep Dana warm.

Arriving at the entrance of the hotel, Marie saw Martin and Hanna standing, patiently waiting for them to arrive. When the car stopped in their front, they both sigh in relief and approach them to help them.

"Sir Martin, She's asleep. Should we wake her up? She was lethargic when we left her room." Marie reported as soon as Martin and Hanna opened the car door.

"I see. There is no need to wake her up. Let her sleep. I'll just carry her." Both the secretary nodded in understanding and started helping Martin to comfortably carry the sleeping Dana back at the penthouse. Marie had the guards carry all the luggage and trailed with Hanna and Martin towards the elevator.

All this was witnessed by Alexei and Michael who also just came from the office after finishing all of the days' work. Alexei looked at his watch and let out a disgruntled sigh.

"Tsk! It's already half past 9 in the evening; couldn't they have brought her back tomorrow morning?"

"And what does that have to do with you exactly?" Michael asked, raising his brows to Alexei.

Alexei quickly defended himself "Isn't it illogical to disturb her when she's resting? Didn't you see? She was asleep when the old man carried her. At least postpone it in the morning. Isn't it the same?"

Michael was a bit confused by Alexei's behaviour but still managed to pinpoint the crux of Alexei's concern.

"Are you… perhaps, jealous that Mr. Martin carried Lady Dana?"

"Wha-! Me!? Jealous? Ha ha! What ma-makes you think that way!?" Alexei answered Michael fidgety, stumbling over his words in the process. Feeling embarrassed for reasons unknown to him, he hurriedly walked towards the elevator to evade Michael's questions.

Michael, who has been pretty much accustomed to Alexei's mood swings and unpredictable nature for the past few weeks, just sighed in exasperation, rolled his eyes, and also went to the elevator.

After arriving to the top floor, Hanna and Marie helped Martin make Dana be comfortable in the bed. They tucked her in and put all of her belongings in the side table.

"Marie, why don't you tune in for the night. You had a long day taking care of the madam. I'll watch over tonight." Hanna offered.

"Are you sure? We all had a long day, and I know you must be tired too." Marie asked in concern as she looked at Sir Martin. On the other hand, the latter only gave Hanna a glance, giving her the final decision.

"I am fine. I have rested a bit earlier. Just come early tomorrow." Hanna assured them.

The two just nodded in response, made sure everything is in order before they left the room. As soon as the doors were closed, silence engulf the bedroom. Hanna checked Dana once again to see if there were any changes upon her and seeing that the latter is in a deep slumber, she then went to the couch and made herself comfortable.

Just after the sun rose up in the sky, Dana woke up feeling a bit energetic. Perhaps due to the fact that she had a full nights' rest. Seeing that Hanna was sleeping soundly on the sofa, she did not have the heart to wake her up from her sweet slumber, knowing that everyone was tired from the whole ordeal, so she just went on to the bathroom herself.

It was only a few days after her surgery and all her wounds and stitches are still fresh and recovering so every little move Dana makes made her whimper from the pains. Looking at her messy self in the bathroom mirror, Dana let out a sigh. She then took a quick brushing of her teeth while occasionally stopping due to the throbbing pain in her right shoulder.

Since she couldn't take a full bath due to her stitches, Dana went back to the bedroom after having a quick clean and change of clothes. It was a miracle for her to able to change all by herself with that state. Just as she was closing the door, she heard a loud gasp followed by a shout.

"MADAME! What are you doing! You should've called somebody or woken me up." the first thing Hanna checked was the bandages, and sure enough, it was soaked with blood.

"Look! Your bandages are soak with blood. If this happens for a second time, we need to go back to the hospital for re-suturing the wounds." Hanna lectured as she guided Dana to sit on the bed, she then called Sir Martin for the first aid kit.

"Young Miss, you really should be still and listen to us, if your mother knows about all this, she will surely come here personally." Sir Martin advised while assisting Hanna with the change of bandages.

"Sorry. There will be no next time." Dana felt a bit guilty knowing that they were all concerned about her. To clear up the somber atmosphere, she changes the topic of conversation.

"Sir Martin, by any chance, did you find my smartphone? There is evidence in there."

"Yes. We were able to unlock and get all the video footage. We submitted it as evidence and the jury accepted it. The case is now working, and I am just waiting for the follow ups. And as for the company, during your absence, I've been following your father's commands and helping you secretaries based on your instructions." Martin reported diligently with Hanna also giving details in the sidelines.

After finishing the bandages, the three went downstairs for breakfast. Hanna, Martin, and Marie, who just came, also join Dana in the table.

"The media has been following this news for the past two days; they've also been seen outside the company for a scoop. Furthermore, it is best if you can just stay here for now, in the lobby just now, there are also media reporters and paparazzi trying to enter for an ambush scoop with you. Fortunately, the security of the penthouse is tight, so no one was able to enter here." Marie reported while eating. Dana just nodded.

"Regarding the news, make sure that the focus of their reports would be Monsieur Pierre. Try to delete any negative news towards the company. Just continue to observe the other party, specifically the Nexus group. I'm sure their Chairman would get his way out with this mess, prevent it from happening, ask for Sir Martins' help." Marie politely responded to Dana's instruction.

"Hanna, could you monitor the company stocks? Make sure it won't drop drastically than what we anticipated. What of the deal we offered with Serviel Corporation? Did they respond?"

"Yes, a day after your surgery, the Vice-president of Serviel went personally to the hospital and gave the signed contract. He also told me that they would wait for your schedule for the launching and for the press conference." Hanna relayed.

"Let us set the date a week from now. Do inform them. Also, send some flowers as thanks to the Chairman. Hanna, what are my schedule for today?" Dana inquired.

"It's just some signing of documents, but the rest of your afternoon is free."

"Hmm… I see." Dana responded.

"Is there any matter, Madame? do you want me to schedule you up for something?" Hanna asked after seeing Dana in silence.

"Ah? Ah... no. Nothing. I was just thinking of some things." Dana replied absentmindedly.

"If anything is bothering you, please just tell us. It is our work after all." Selena smiled.

Dana nodded slowly as she smiled at them. "Yes. of course."