Forbidden Heat novel Chapter 187

Soon after, I left the hotel with Reiner. To my surprise, Edward left before me citing that he had business to attend to. Reiner escorted me home.

“Prepare a bath for Miss Natalia,” Reiner instructed the maids the moment we set foot into the mansion. I could use a long bath and I guess he knew that too.

I was told Lucien was out for work when I inquired about his whereabouts. Their differences aside, the two brothers definitely have workaholism as their common trait. I could use some rest, starting from a long bath and perhaps taking a stroll in the garden. I remembered that I haven’t visited the garden for some time already the moment that Lucien referred to the garden as part of our earlier conversation. I could show Reiner around as well, I doubt he’s been to the garden.

“The bath is ready, Miss Natalia” said one of my personal maids, Laura. Laura has been with me for around 6 years now and we are quite close. She is a pro at taking care of my every need and usually helps me to bathe.

Naked and in my bathroom, I am waiting on dear Laura to come in and assist me. I usually don’t require help but on rare occasions, I do ask for her to pamper me. Today was one of those occasions.

“Natalia, I’m coming in,”

R…Reiner?! Wait, I’m completely naked!

“Wait!” I shouted but the door was already open. Reiner stood in the door way in his full butler attire.

I screamed and covered my breast as I turned around. This is clearly a mistake and he will leave, right?

“Please keep your voice down. I am here to clean you as directed by Master Lucien,” Reiner explained in his professional voice. Void of any emotion.

“I can clean myself!” I protested loudly.

“I’m sure you can but I also have orders to follow. Get in the bath or if you prefer, we can also go with the shower. Let’s make this quick, shall we?” he replied casually as he brushed off my concern. Reiner started taking off the suit of his butler uniform.

“Why are you getting undressed?” I asked in a panic.

“Obviously because I don’t want my uniform to get wet. So, bath or shower?” he replied like he was stating the obvious.

Should I choose the bath or the shower? Reiner was blocking my only way of escape and with his size, I doubt I could struggle my way out of this one. The shower would definitely be faster but I would be standing stark naked in front of him the whole time. The bath would take much longer but I could hide a bit under the water and foam.

“Can you not look at me? Can you close your eyes or blindfold yourself or something?” I tried to negotiate.