She's My Sleeping Pill

“That’s probably the reason.” Tristan agreed. “Also, I visited Simon last time after learning the fact that he was connected to Jillyanna. He told me that Napoleone is planning to escape. He even said that he’d bring Simon outside as well.”

“Why would he bring Simon out? Is there any relationship between them?”

“Simon guaranteed that he didn’t know Napoleone and have never ever associated himself with the man. He didn’t mind rotting in jail after what the Summer family has done but Napoleone kept telling him that he should go out because he was innocent.”

This information really bothered Stefan. He felt that something was off with how Napoleone insisted of taking Simon out. There should be something that connected the two of them and that’s what he needed to find out before things get worse. “Find out what connects Simon and Napoleone. Do your best to find it before the year ends. Also, how’s the Rule family’s case? Have you gotten any clue where Cayenne’s uncle and auntie was sent to?”

Regarding that, I also have a new information in hand but I needed to have someone who can investigate it for me. I cannot really go to a place with a high-end security. I can only deal with computer programs and networks but I cannot really do anything as far as climbing walls and fences.”

“I’ll ask Chris for help regarding that matter.”

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“Alright. I’ll send the details to you in five minutes.” Tristan left Stefan’s side and disappeared to a place he only knows. He needed to his work quickly before he forgets it. There’s so much time but there were so many problems as well.

The party continued and the children presented their performances to the guests. There was a group of little girls who danced to a BLACKPINK song How You Like That and there was a group of little boys who danced to BTS song Fire. They were very energetic and they executed the moves really well. After their performance, they played games and even the guests were asked to participate. Jade was considered one of the guests and she was very excited in joining the games that was prepared.

Jade was playing the game called paper dance. It was a game where the player steps on the newspaper or magazine once the music stops. Every time there’s a player who loses the game, the paper will be folded in half until it gets really small. The last person standing will be the winner.

It was already the 7th round and the paper was getting smaller as the time goes by. Jade was very small and she was very good in balance because of the training she got from her mother when it comes to martial arts and gymnastics. She was very flexible. She even thought she’d win the game.

“Jade.”

The moment she heard that voice, Jade lost her balance as she turned her head to look at the source. Behind her mother, Ethan was smiling happily while watching her.

“Man. You just distracted my daughter.” Travis commented and pinched Ethan’s face.

“Sorry, uncle.”

“Who’s your uncle?” Travis pulled his cheek even more but Jillyanna swatted his hand. “Tsk! Stop distracting my daughter.”

“Yes, sir.” Although he promised that, he was very happy when Jade approached him and pulled him away from her father. He quickly forgot the promise he just made.

“Looks like your son won’t have an easy way to getting Jade.” Cayenne whispered to Tiffany Kroger, Ethan’s mom.

“They are still young and many things could happen in the future.” Tiffany answered with a soft smile on her lips. They came late because her husband still needed to do a last-minute meeting but they’re very glad they could make it.

During the two hours that have passed since the party started, the guests have observed the children. Although one day wasn’t enough to really know them, they can also visit some other time to get to know the children even better. Some of the guests just gave some donations and left. Others were very generous and took two or three children as their scholars, promising to pay for everything they needed to come to school.

There were few lucky children as well who were being eyes potentially to be adopted by some couples who didn’t have children of their own. One of these children was Chloe. She had no idea about it yet but she’ll soon find this out.

Luna and Ali couldn’t come because of Luna’s grandparent’s health. She wanted to stay with her family as much as they can knowing how much trouble she caused them. They even compromised her relationship with Ali just so she could come home. It didn’t matter to them if she wanted to be with her boyfriend. They just wanted her to go back home.

Although she didn’t come, she sent a lot of gifts for the children. Most of them were school materials and books for the library. It was her way of helping them.

The party lasted until ten in the evening. For the children at the orphanage, they’d have to rest the night away no matter how excited and happy they were. Since they’re children, they needed to get some more sleep for their development. However, it was different for the children at Justin’s home.

From the orphanage, they already got a lot of gifts and prizes but when they got home, they were struck at the huge change of their small house. There were Christmas lights everywhere and there was a big Christmas tree inside their small living room. Under the Christmas tree were gifts that varied in sizes. There were so many of them that the children had to rub their eyes in disbelief.

“Did Santa come to our house?” one of the children asked which made Cayenne laugh behind them.

“I don’t believe in Santa before but I think I do now. He must have stopped and dropped all these.” Another child answered as they got closer to the gifts.

“Hephephep!” Their grandparents came out of the small room and stopped the children from coming. “Santa did come earlier. We even helped him design the house and bring the gifts here but Santa said you can only open them on Christmas day.”

“Oh. Why is that?”

“Because there will be more surprises for you on Christmas day. If you behave, he will bring more gifts for you. That’s what he said. He even brought cookies and milk for everyone.”

“That’s cool.”

The party that the children should have was postponed a little because of some changes in schedule but nonetheless, it was still on Cayenne’s calendar of activities.

By the time they all got home, it was almost one in the morning. Cayenne even fell asleep in the car, carried by Stefan who sat at the backseat while one of the bodyguards drive the car for them.

Even when they got home, he didn’t have the heart to wake her up from her deep slumber. The guard opened the door for him and he stepped out of the car with Cayenne in his arms.

Kyle was the only one who was awake when they got home, making his dissertation while chatting with his girlfriend. When he saw them come in, he looked worried at his sister.

“She’s just asleep from exhaustion. Don’t worry.” Stefan assured him which made Kyle nodded his head.

Kath saw everything from the video call and she squealed happily when she caught Stefan’s sweet gesture. “Your brother-in-law loves your sister so much, doesn’t he? It looks like his world really revolves around her.”

“He must be afraid of losing her. After all, my sister almost divorced him. Well, she did sign the divorce paper but he didn’t accept it.”

“Seeing how much he dotted on her, it must be your brother-in-law who was at fault.”

“Who knows?” Kyle didn’t confirm anything, not because he didn’t trust her but because he didn’t want her girlfriend to talk about other people. He was jealous. He wanted to talk about the two of them and not someone else. “Anyway, are you going somewhere with your family on Christmas day?”

“My eldest brother planned on taking us on a trip.”

“Is he bringing David?”

“I am not sure. He hasn’t mentioned him to the family and we never really asked him about their relationship. Why are you asking?”

“Well, I heard that David will be joining our Christmas party so, I figured they’re not open to each other’s family yet. I kind of understand why but I just felt a little sad for David.”

“My brother must be thinking of something.” Kath stated, not wanting to say anything that would put her brother in a bad position. “Anyway, it’s getting really late now. We both need to sleep as well. Let’s just continue this tomorrow.”

“Sure. Good night.”

“Good night.” Kath was about to end the call when a mischievous smile appeared on her lips. “By the way, if you ever dream about me tonight, I want you to remember that I like it rough.”

Kyle wanted to say something but he was stunned at her words and then the call ended. He was really lost in thoughts about it. ‘My girlfriend is being naughty again.’ He told himself before closing the laptop and his notes.

In the master’s bedroom, Cayenne was lying on the bed while Stefan undressed her clothes one after another until only her underwear was left. “She can sleep without it.” He told himself and took that last small piece away before going to the bathroom. He filled the basin with warm water and took a wash cloth to wipe her body.

He has done it several times and all the time, he’d be running for a cold shower right after dressing her up. His wife affects him so much even she was sleeping innocently on their bed. A part of his anatomy just didn’t know how to behave.

“This part of mine is hopeless.” Stefan mumbled as he looked his thick and hard shaft in front of him. “Cold shower can no longer help.” He said as he stroked himself and released everything in the bathroom. He has to endure because his wife was tired. He has done it twice before it finally calmed down. He sighed and closed his eyes hopelessly.