The Handsome Adjutant
Chapter 3

The Touch of Warmth in Old People

Riski felt a warmth as her shoulders were patted by Cashel Ritter, like a father who was encouraging her son. Riski's an orphan. He doesn't even know his parents. Just Granny. He only has a Granny who knows what her name is. Since first getting to know Granny, Riski had already called her that way to the middle-aged woman who had taken care of her since childhood.

He once asked Granny who her parents were, but Granny always shook her head. While at school, Riski was always ridiculed and had no friends because she had no parents. This inflicted an incredible inner wound in Riski's heart.

Until one day, Riski meets Grandpa Qin who lives not far from home. He is very good at martial arts even though he is no longer young.

"Riski, are you hungry? Want to have dinner here?" ask Mrs Salsa, Ms. Sinta. For a moment Riski awakens from the past, feeling drawn back to the real world.

"I would, Mrs Salsa, if there was any leftover dinner" answered Riski in embarrassment. He had to save the money he had in his pocket right now. Madam Salsa laughed.

Haha......

"Sit down, I'll get you dishes and food" said Mrs Salsa, preparing plates and spoons for Riski.

"Thank you, Mrs Salsa," Riski replied as Mrs Salsa placed two plates of vegetables and sliced meat in front of her. Madam Salsa laughed.

Haha....

"Let's eat it, it's cold no more." Riski. "I won't spare anymore" replied Riski with a big smile on her face, taking out a spoonful of roasted ham

very appetizing. Riski is happy, tonight she can eat until full after a few days of hunger.

"Your appetite is good too, Riski. Spend it, if less later I will add more," said Mrs Salsa happily while putting a bowl of soup. He likes the friendly Riski and is also handsome. If Sinta does not have a lover, maybe he will be betrothed to Riski.

"Tomorrow morning you can ask Sinta to wrap you up, Riski," suggested Mrs Salsa.

"Good idea, Mrs Salsa," replied Riski happily. A smile adorned that handsome face. The days ahead will be more fun. He's not going to starve anymore.

"You're gonna sleep in the back house, Riski?" asked Lady Salsa again, Riski shook her head.

"I've rented an apartment myself, Mrs Salsa. So after dinner, I'll go home if Miss Xaviera doesn't need me anymore" Riski said as she tidied the utensils and took them to the laundry.

"Eh. Let me do it, Riski. You go ask Miss Xaviera. If there is no work left, go home and rest" exclaimed Lady Salsa lovingly. Riski's heart warmed up instantly. He has never been treated so special. Even when Granny was still around.

"Thank you, Mrs Salsa. You're very good, even though we only know today," said Riski faltered. The corner of his eyes was warm.

"Already, don't bother me. Just tell me if you want to eat something, I'll cook it for you. Think of it as a welcome gift at the Ritter family residence" Mrs Salsa said with a smile on her face.

Riski nodded with pleasure. He's so happy today. The happiest day of his twenty years. He left Madam Salsa who was busy washing the cookware, heading to the front room.

Cashel Ritter was sitting watching a movie in front of a flat-screen television that was almost as wide as the wall when Riski walked in. For a moment Riski was stunned to see the luxury in front of her.

Riski nodded, "Already, Sir. I'd like to go home soon if Miss Xaviera doesn't leave tonight."

"Ah yes, I briefly asked Xaviera," replied Cashel picking up the wireless phone on the table. A moment later, Cashel turned to Riski.

"You can go home now. Remember tomorrow morning don't come late."

"Do I still work here, sir? Last afternoon Miss Xaviera said that she wanted me replaced" Riski said hesitantly. Cashel Ritter laughs.

Haha......

"You know, Riski, Xaviera is my only child and I'm so spoiled for her because she's exactly with my wife. Whatever he wants, I always do. But not this time. He doesn't know you, Riski,"

Riski's heart was relieved to hear Cashel's words. He was more and more convinced that his future would soon improve. No problem facing the spoiled Xaviera. Riski is confident he will survive to improve his quality of life.

"Thank you, for the trust you gave me," said Riski with sparkling eyes as she bowed in salute. Then he walked into the kitchen, ready to go home.

The last bus that would take her home to the apartment had already arrived by the time she reached the stop. Riski ran small so as not to be left by the bus. His heart felt light because the financial problems had been resolved. Tonight he can sleep soundly with a full stomach.

A week just passed. Riski was getting used to facing the spoiled and haughty Xaviera. He understands the girl's behavior. Single son with a rich father. Maybe he would have acted that way too if he had a father like Cashel Ritter.

"Take me to the X-press studio on temple street, Chinatown. Now!" xaviera's orders came down from the second floor with tight t-shirts and jeans wrapping the wacky body beautifully and gracefully.

Riski immediately went to the garage to prepare the car, then waited in front of the main door. Xaviera got out as soon as he saw the car stop at the door and got straight into the car.

The car was slow and quiet. This time Xaviera was no longer as angry as on Riski's first day at work.

More than an hour later the white sedan entered the Chinatown. Riski searched the parking lot and parked the vehicle right in front of the X-press studio.

Xaviera got out of the car and went into the studio. The shoot was taking place on the second floor of the studio.

"Hello, Xaviera. Rico has been waiting for you since," exclaimed Wenny, a fellow model who was in action in front of the camera.

"I already know," Xaviera replied indifferently as she passed, looking for Rico's whereabouts.

"It's very arrogant of him," said Wenny who was unhappy because Xaviera's answer was felt to offend his pride. Hadn't she been in the modeling world before Xaviera.

Xaviera stopped stepping, those beautiful black eyes staring intently at the innocent Wenny with those words.

"Why? You can't be interested in me, right?" wenny replied again, a cynical smile decorating the beautiful face of Wenny.

Xaviera stood around her waist facing Wenny. He hated being insinuated like that. Now his emotions were overflowing and ready to vent anger at Wenny. However, Wenny was also not a newly hatched model. He is not afraid of Xaviera. He is also annoyed with Xaviera's arrogant and rich-ass, even though Cashel Ritter is a rich man.

"You're so bored, huh? Looking for trouble with me, Wenny?" challenge Xaviera with a very clear flash of anger in those beautiful eyes.