Chapter 36
Just a few steps from the roses is a huge infinity pool facing the ocean. The pool glistens everytime the sun is reflected from the clear water, it is too inviting. You just want to dive and enjoy the refres.h.i.+ng coolness of the water while being surrounded with different colored roses.
And to the right of the castle is the house of all the maids and servants. It was a three story building with all the amenities of a modern house.
The second floor of the castle is where the entertainment room is located wherein they have their own theater and they even have arcade games. The gym is also located at the second floor and five guest rooms along with the master bedroom.
The third floor is where their rooms where located. Ichigo's room was as huge as their kitchen and living room combined. He has his own flat screen TV with game consoles. The room was full of cute stuffed toys and limited edition remote controlled cars. His balcony his facing the ocean and because all windows in every room are huge the breeze and sunlight can freely enter the room making every room have a homey feeling.
Hestia's room is besides Damon's and she asked Lila to be transferred but the matriach just laughed at her. Her every protest was denied and she can't refute Lila's and Ichigos arguments they are teaming up to make sure she stayed on her designated room. Her room was all white making it bright and more s.p.a.cious, her bed is a king sized bed with a canopy. The bed is too soft and comfortable from what she was used to and according to Mrs. Gray the carpet that were used in every room is an authentic persian rugs which explains the silky smooth texture she felt everytime she walked in every room. And just like Ichigo's room she to have a flat screen TV and a mini ref. The bathroom is so sparkling clean that you can see your reflection on the tiled floors, the bathtub and the toilet bowl is made up of a high quality porcelain, the mirrors and cabinets are antiques and it is worth millions of money and the shower is made out of 24 carat gold. The walk-in closet is the size of her living room and it was full of clothes and shoes. Her stunned reaction made Lila chuckle, it was the same reaction Ichigo gave when he also saw his room and closet.
"Now that we are done with the tour why don't we head for a swim in the beach!" Lila excitedly exclaimed. "Hestai, darling I already chose your swimsuit so why don't you change in to that, I left it on your bed. Ichigo come with grandma and let us grab your swimswear." Lila and Ichigo chatted happily at the fun things they can do at the beach.
Hestia smiled warmly at the scene, it was a scene of a happy bonding time between a grandma and her grandkid but she can't control the wave of anxiety she felt when she remembered the lie Damon told his mother. What if Mrs. Gray learn the truth that Ichigo is not her biological grandchild will she hate her and Ichigoand throw them away like garbage? This worry will always be at the back of her mind, she can never be too lenient because things can change easily. You can be in cloud nine then all of a sudden you're at rock bottom with no hope of recovering.
Shaking the negative thoughts away, Hestia focused on the present situation. She might as well enjoy the moment and to face the future head on.
Feeling her burning determination, Hestia strut towards the bathroom to change into her swimsuit. Every time she enters the luxurious bathroom it feels like she is being punched by a golden boxing gloves, she will never get use to seeing such luxury, all the glitz is making her poor eyes hurt. Hestia looked at her reflection in the mirror and she was surprised to see how glowing her face was. Her always present eye bags are gone and her dull eyes are now sparkling like a blue gem. Her complexion improved drastically making her more youthful and glowing and her hair became more luscious and s.h.i.+ny. Hestia blushed at the thought of Damon. 'Surely this changes is because of the islands magical effects and not because of a certain man.' Successfully convincing herself that Damon was not the cause of her sudden glow up, she can now concentrate on the swimsuit Mrs. Gray gave to her.
When Hestia gently unwrapped her swimsuit, she saw how expensive the garment was. It was silky smooth to the touch and the brand name made her eyes widen, just a simple dress of the same brand is worth a year of her salary. She cannot possibly wear something this expensive because it will surely look cheap on her. She planned to wrapped the garment once again and just used a s.h.i.+rt and shorts for swimming but her curiosity won her over.
Hestia touched the bathing suit and she hesitantly lift the swimsuit up. Seeing the provocative design of it, she quickly wrapped it up again before hiding it away inside the drawer. "What on earth is Mrs. Gray thinking picking such a vulgar swimswear!" Just imagining it on her is making her hot from embara.s.sment. It was to revealing for her comfort. Her internal struggle was interrupted when Mrs. Gray and Ichigo entered the bathroom.
Lila was disappointed that Hestia was still not wearing her swimsuit. "What's the matter darling? Why are you not still wearing the swimsuit I chose for you? I'm sure Damon will go crazy for you once he saw you in a bathing suit." Lila was really excited to see how her son will react if he saw how s.e.xy and alluring Hestia will be in a swimsuit, she purposely chose a daring one piece for Hestia because she knows that Hestia can pull it off. "What are you waiting for darling go on and try the one piece I brought for you." Lila smiled encouragingly.
"I don't think I can pull it off and besides it is too s.e.xy for me to wear. Can I just wear a s.h.i.+rt and shorts for swimming." Hestia hopefully prayed that Mrs. Gray will grant her wish because she won't wear that dangerous weapon inside the drawer.
Lila clasped Hestia's hands. "Hestia have confidence! I would not have chosen that design if I knew that you can't pull it off, trust me darling you will slay that swimsuit and I know that my son will surely appreciate your effort." Lila squeezed Hestia's hands to a.s.sure her that she is a true beauty inside and out and it is up to her to show how beautiful Hestia is. She wants to brag to the world that she has a G.o.ddess for a daughter-in-law.
"Grandma is correct mom, you're the most beautiful in the entire universe! No one can beat your beauty and if envious people try to bring you down me and dad will make them open their eyes and make them see how beautiful and amazing you are!" Ichigo crossed her chubby arms, he was looking up at Hestia with all the seriousness and sincerity he can muster. His plain blue swimsuit was a good contrast to his pinkish white baby skin. His goggles were on top of his head and the floaters on both sides of his arm completes his outfit and he was super cute in his swimwear that Hestia can't help but pinched his chubby cheeks.
Ichigo endured being pinched just to make a deal with his mom. "I'll allow you mom to pinch my cheeks but in exchange you should wear the one piece grandma brought for you." When Ichigo saw Hestia pout. "I mean it mom. No swimsuit no pinching my cheeks."
"But it is too s.e.xy for me!" Hestia protested.
Ichigo sighed then he held his grandma's hand and he walked towards the door. "If that's your decision then suit yourself mom. Let's go grandma." He acted like they where leaving but when he heard her mom's voice he stayed.
Hestia sighed. She can really never win against her son's blackmail, who can blame her, she's addicted at pinching Ichigo's cheeks. "Fine then but don't laugh at me if the swimsuit doesn't suit me." She then opened the drawer and picked the swimsuit with absolute care treating it like a deadly weapon.
Lila smiled inwardly at how the mother and son interact. It felt like Ichigo was the older one coaxing the naughty kid who doesn't want to listen to her parents. Her grandson is a unique character and she can't wait to introduce him to the world.
A knock was heard from the room, Lila excused herself to answer the door.
"Madam some of your relatives are here already and they are asking for their rooms."
Lila scoffed. Relatives and friends are supposed to be expected tomorrow but still some thick skinned and sycophant* relatives just can't wait to suck up to their family. "Give them the rooms at the second floor that are farthest from our rooms."
"Yes madam." The maid then respectfully bowed her head and then she proceed to a.s.sist their unwanted guests.
Lila's happy mood turned sour from the bad news. This day is supposed to be their family time but some greedy people just have to ruin the day. "Grandma you never mentioned that we will have other companions."
Lila hugged her grandson, she needed to replenish her happy aura. "Don't mind them, they'll suck your life essence so stay away as far as you can. Let grandpa handle his stubborn relatives and as for us let us just enjoy the beach." Lila pats Ichigo's head. "By the way where's your mom?"
As if Lila's words were like magic, Hestia stepped into the room. Ichigo and Lila were mesmerized at her sight. She's both breath takingly beautiful and seductive. The dark blue color of her one piece emphasized her blue green eyes, the neckline of her swimsuit showed enough cleavage but at the same time teasing the imagination of the onlookers. The spandex fabric of the swimsuit hugged her curves perfectly. The support around the bust line made her breast much fuller and plump. And the design for the back is the killer, it was a backless bandaged type swimsuit. The design was intended to draw the eyes to the wearer's plump bottom and smooth skin and Hestia rocked the one piece. You can only say that the swimsuit is made just for her. Her smooth and pinkish white skin is more emphasized because of its dark blue color, it's like her skin is glowing making her look ethereal.
"So how do I look?" Hestia fidgets, her thoughts are full of negativity. Their silence is making her more anxious but all of a sudden the two began to clap.
"Wow!" Lila and Ichigo excitedly circled Hestia. They were humming their approval, they are truly impressed. "What did I say darling, I'm really a genius!" Lila happily clapped her hands.
"You're like a G.o.ddess mom!" Ichigo was really proud, for sure his dad's eyes will be glued to his mom.
Hestia shyly thanked the two for their praises. "Stand straight and be proud darling! If I have a bombsh.e.l.l body like yours I'll surely flaunt it everday!"
"Thanks Mrs.- I mean m-mom!" Hestia can feel her shattered confidence is now beginning to heal and all of that is thanks to her son and Damon's wonderful family.
"To the beach! Damon prepare yourself boy, you'll never know what hit you!" Lila pulled the mother and son to the beach. She just can't wait to record Damon's reaction.