Darling, only I can be your man novel Chapter 45

　　“This is Ariana.” She advised him before going further.

　　Ashton chuckled softly, “I know sweetheart.”

　　Ariana felt uncomfortable. Her father haven’t addressed her like that for the past twenty years.

　　She did not want to sound rude before hearing what the issue is, “What can I help you with?”

　　“Can’t I call my daughter?” Ashton was not angry at her impatience.

　　“It is late and want to sleep.” Ariana was getting annoyed.

　　“Listen cupcake, I have been reflecting on myself and I realized that I haven’t been the best father to you. I know you missed you mom too.” Ashton mentioned seriously over the phone.

　　So he did not call to curse her for Gina. He normally only call when he need to argue with her or bribe her to do something for him in the name of raising her. Something he barely did.

　　Warm tears started to trickle down her cheeks at the mentioned of her mom. It was the first time hearing her father talking about her mother.

　　She did not respond to him. She did not know what to say.

　　She had long wanted her father’s care but she had grown now and his affection was no longer necessary. She did wanted to know more about her mother. He was the best person to provide her with information.

　　Ashton realized her silence and decided to speak up. “How about we talk about it over coffee tomorrow?”

　　“I have work so I cannot make it.” Ariana did not want to meet him. He could simply tell her over the phone.

　　“Cupcake, don’t be like that. I am trying to be a good father from now on.” Ashton pleaded and Ariana felt herself a bit weak with his pleadings but she still did not trust him.

　　“I will think about it and choose the date, time and place.” Ariana said with irritation.

　　Ashton still seemed calm and not getting angry as he usually does, “No problem. You can ask me any question you want when we meet.”

　　“Okay goodnight.” Ariana did not want to talk anymore so she hang up the call after saying goodbye.

　　His offer did sound tempted. She really wanted to find her mother especially after knowing that she suffers from on and off memory loss.

　　She threw her phone aside and crawled next to Michael for comfort.

　　Michael had already put the laptop aside and now under the covers.

　　He kissed her forehead and waited on her to talk.

　　It was quiet in the room so he could easily hear the conversation on both ends.

　　“Do you think I am stupid?” Ariana hold up her head to look at his eyes.

　　He kissed her lips softly and said seriously, “My wife is not stupid. It is natural for you to want family affection.” He answered sincerely, “They are stupid for not treasuring you.”

　　The ‘they’ he speak of is the Fearon’s Family. His wife is intelligent, caring and definitely a keeper. ‘Adam Richard is the biggest fool of them all but he was happy he fucked up to make it easier for him to find his rightful wife.’ Michael thought.

　　Ariana smiled, “Thank you.” She then sigh and added, “He wants to talk about mom over coffee tomorrow.”

　　“Do you want to go?” Michael masked what he was feeling at this moment.

　　He doubt Ashton would be telling her anything truthful. He definitely need something from her.

　　Why did he made a 360 degrees turn all of a sudden?

　　“Honestly speaking, I don’t want to deal with him because I don’t believe he has changed.” Ariana said with her heart fill with sadness.

　　Michael squeezed her hand to reassure her that he will be her security as long as he is alive.

　　“… but I want to hear what he has to say about my mother.” She continued.

　　“If that is what you want, then I will support you one hundred percent.” He told her while playing with her fingers.

　　Ariana pulled her hand from him and hugged him tightly and whispered, “Thank you for always being there for me when I need you the most.”

　　Even though they had been together for a short time. She had really fall in love with him but she did not want to spoil what they have by telling him.

　　“Please don’t tell me thanks. I truly care about you and don’t want to see you get hurt. I promise to stay by your side and we will get through ever obstacles together.

　　Ariana took the initiative to kiss him. Michael deepened the kiss with her.

　　After they pull away from each other, Michael asked her with more of a statement, “Can we go on a vacation? Just the two of us.”

　　Ariana chuckled, “I would love that.”

　　Michael beamed with excitement, “Really? Did you really said yes?” he was looking for her to find an excuse.

　　Ariana watched her husband behaving like a child. He really did lighten up her mood.

　　“Why are you so excited?” Ariana teased.

　　“Why wouldn’t I be excited to go on a vacation with my wife?” he pulled her into another kiss.

　　He finally found the woman he wanted to have a family with and spend the rest of his life with.

　　She rest her head on his chest and smiled like a little fool. Michael cannot see her face but her felt her smile and he couldn’t help but smile too.

　　She yawned and cozy up more to his body sleepily.

　　“It is barely past 9 pm and you are already sleepy.” Michael questioned.

　　“I need beauty rest.” She whined.

　　“You never use to go to bed so early and for the past two weeks you are always sleepy. I can hardly have my own little fun.” Michael complained.

　　He was not yet sleepy and wanted her company.

　　He did not get any response. All he heard was a steady breathing from the woman in his arms.

　　He could not do anything but kiss her forehead and cuddle with her until he is ready to sleep himself.