Niko's POV

"Welcome to our, uh, I mean my home - Casa Kostopoulos." Almost slipped up. It will eventually be our house.

"You have a beautiful home, Niko." I put the Cullinan in park, and everyone parked behind me.

"Thank you. Wait until I show you the back yard. Tatianna, you can ask me for anything you need. I have day and night nurses to be there whenever you need. Also, a therapist team will be coming. And, I have a gym that is available for them to use. You will also have a personal chef to fix whatever you would like to eat. For your stay, your bedroom is on the first floor of the house."

"Thank you, Niko. But, how am I ever going to pay you back for all you have done for me?"

I almost became angry but didn't because I know she is serious. "Listen, Tati. I want you to focus on continuing to get better. Don't ever think about paying me back. And, before you say a word let me finish what I have to say. I want to heal your heart and win it over. I'm not having you stay at my house to buy your affections. My offer for you to stay is sincere. My feelings for you are strong. I know you just got out of that horrid relationship. I wanted to be with you since we first met at my club. When I finally broke free from that trifling ex of mine, you were the one that I wanted. But, I saw how happy you were with Jay. So, I couldn't break your relationship. Now, I wish I did. I know who I want in my future, and it is you. You bring out a side of me that was deeply hidden - a softer, gentle Niko. One day, I want the chance to treat you like you deserve to be treated - like a queen."

Tatianna shed a few tears. "I don't know what to say. You're right, I do need to focus on continuing to get better so I can get back to work and help Aiesha with her wedding. But, as far as another relationship, I don't know if I can ever let it happen again. That really hurt me. Thank you for being honest with me. And, thank you for your sincerity because I was going to ask. I have been out on my own since college. I don't depend on anyone for anything. That is why I asked about paying you back."

"Let's get out of the truck, so I can show you to your room. I'm sorry for dropping that on you now. But, I couldn't hold it inside anymore. I will never pressure you, Tatianna. You're just too beautiful to ignore," I said to her before we got out of the truck.

Both nurses came out of the house with a wheelchair for Tatianna. I had a ramp built so that she would be able to come in and out of the house. I did the same thing for the back deck.

When she saw who her nurses were she was surprised. "Yuri and Akiko?!! B-b-but how did you get here before us? I just saw you guys at the hospital."

"Surprise! When we heard Niko talking to the President of the hospital, we offered. We didn't want you to just have anybody. You are our best friend, Tati. Of course, we are going to take care of you. And, we immediately left after your press conference."

They both gave Tatianna a hug. Then, Jarvis helped her out of the truck and into her wheelchair. Jarvis then rolled Tatianna in the house.

"Did you have this ramp just built?" She asked.

"Yes, I did. There is one leading off from the patio deck in the back. If you like reading, there is also a library room on the first floor."

"Thanks, Niko."

They all followed me to the room that I had the housekeepers get ready for Tatianna.

"This is my room?! Oh my gosh! And, there is even a patio to a private nook. I love it." Tatianna motioned for me to come over to her. I sat down on the couch, then she rolled herself over to where I sat. Then, she gave me a kiss on my cheek. "Thank you, Niko. This is just so sweet. Can someone get some clothes from my place? Hopefully it is still mine. I want the sweatpants, some miniskirts, and tank tops."

Good night, it is going to be hard to keep my hands to myself. But, I will need to. I want to earn her love.

"Already ahead of you, Tati. Matti took me yesterday and I packed for you. And, we also bought you a robe and a few other things. With the money in your special account, I paid the mortgage for you. Speaking of, here is the bank card and amount left in the account."

She took one look at the amount and screamed, "Holy cow! That's a lot of money! Thank you, guys. Aiesha you know how I like to sleep, but uh I can't do that here."

"Yes, you can sleep in the nude here!!" My inward parts were screaming out.

"You're probably tired, so get some rest and I will come back to check on you."

"Yes, I am tired." Yuri and Akiko helped Tatianna to her bed. As soon as she hit the pillow, she fell asleep. Everyone left the room.

Just picturing Tati naked is giving me strong sexual urges that can't be fulfilled, yet.

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Tatianna's POV

I still can't believe there is over $2 million dollars in that account. No way am I ever going to spend anywhere near that. Although I could buy my house that I have always wanted.

"Hey Tati, I wanted to say goodnight and I will see you in the morning. Akiko is going to stay with you at night."

"Okay. Thanks, Yuri. Get home safely. And, send me a text. Oh, wait I don't even have my phone with me. I need to get a new one. I'm sorry, Yuri."

"That's okay, Tati. I'll text Akiko. See you tomorrow. Niko is going to walk out with me."

Akiko and I watched Yuri and Niko, then we went to the kitchen.

"Hi, Ms. Reid. I'm Rachel, your personal chef. What can I get for you?"

"It's nice to meet you, Rachel. Please call me Tati or Tatianna. If it is not too late, would you be able to fix me a strawberry protein shake? Sorry about my lateness. I just woke up shortly ago."

"Not a problem. I will be leaving at 9:00 pm. So, I'll fix that shake for you."

Rachel made the shake, then handed it to me. I took one sip and loved it. "This is absolutely delicious. Thanks, Rachel."

"You're welcome. Akiko, can you wheel me to the library please?"

"Sure thing, Tati." It's hard trying to roll a wheelchair with one arm. I feel bad having everyone help me with day to day things.

"Niko gave me a tour of the first floor while you were sleeping. Wait until you see the library. It is huge."

When Akiko opened the door, my mouth suddenly became wide open. "This library is a reader's dream."

"What would you like to read Tati?"

"See if Niko has a book on Greek culture. I really would like to know more, especially with Aiesha and Matti getting married this year." They didn't have to wait for me, but I really appreciate that they did.

"I found a couple." She grabbed them off the shelf and sat them on the coffee table in the room. "Do you want to sit on the couch?"

"Yes, please. When can I start therapy?"

"You can start tomorrow if you would like. I'll set it up for you. How about in the afternoon?"

"That sounds like a plan. Thanks." Akiko helped me on the couch, then she grabbed a book from the shelf and sat at the desk in the room.

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Niko's POV

Before I headed to bed, I checked on Tatianna. I peeked in her room, but she wasn't there. I saw the library door open and walked in. Both ladies were asleep. I took a peek at what Tatianna was reading.

Hmm, she was reading books about Greek culture. What better way to learn about it than to experience it?

Tatianna Reid, I am going to take you on a Grecian vacation. I picked her up and carried her to her bedroom.

After laying her on the bed, I pulled the covers over her and turned off her lights.

By the time I got back to the library, Akiko was up.

"I'm sorry, Niko. I dozed off."

"That's okay. I have an idea. How would you like to take a little trip to Greece?"

"I would love to travel to Greece. When would we leave and how long should I pack for?"

"Pack for a week. And, I would like Yuri to come as well. I'm going to check with Aiesha, Matti, Jarvis, and Pandora. We'll leave on Sunday, in the morning."

"Thank you, Niko. I'm going to say goodnight and head to my room."

"Goodnight, Akiko."

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Tuesday, January 9th, 2018

Ethan is bringing over some cell phones so Tatianna can choose which one she likes, and it will be hers if she wants to.

"Good morning everyone." Akiko and Tatianna entered the kitchen.

"Good morning, Tatianna. What would you like for breakfast?" Rachel asked her.

"I didn't really get any sleep last night. Coffee with creamer, omelet, and toast with butter and jelly."

"Coming right up." Rachel then started on Tatianna's breakfast.

"Was the bed comfortable? I can get you another."

"Oh, no the bed is perfect. I had a nightmare about what happened. In my dream, Jay successfully completed the bet then bragged about it to me. I'm just tired of my feelings being hurt because of my skin. My parents stopped me several times from bleaching my skin. It hurts so much."

I almost cracked my coffee cup with one hand. I can't stand them for hurting her! Time to zap another one of them.

Rachel sat Tatianna's breakfast in front of her. "Thank you."

"Tatianna, people are really, really sick. I just don't understand what makes people think it is okay to make fun of someone else. No one will ever hurt you anymore. And, if it happens again, I'll take care of it." I sure will. They will be gone like Jay and his band of idiots. Speaking of, let me see who is left on the island.

"Before I leave the kitchen, my personal assistant is dropping by. I heard you say that you don't have your phone. I don't know what carrier you have, but you're welcome to choose whatever phone you would like. Android or Apple?" I like asking people this question.

"I actually have your company as my carrier. It's easier for my wallet. I want to say thank you. Your customer service is one of the best that I have seen. As for a system, I actually had both. First, I had Apple. But, I switched to Android to see how that works too. For my phone, I like Android. For my tablet, which was smashed in the accident, I like Apple. I'll have to buy a new one."

"Okay. I told Ethan to bring both types of phones. And, thank you for the compliment and choosing Phenomenon for your phone service. Excuse me, ladies."

I got up and walked towards my home office. I'm working from home today and I want to check on Idiot Island.

I turned on the wide screen monitor to watch the island. And, looks like somehow they are still alive. Why?! Unless one of them went to summer camp and learned how to make it in the woods. At least Jay is done with. Let me get to work until Ethan comes.

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I heard a knock on the door of my office. I thought I turned off the monitor to the island but realized I pressed one of the devices. I pressed the device button for Jay Thomas' now dead girlfriend. Well, she was going to be joining him anyway.

This time I grabbed the monitor remote and turned off the TV. "Come in." It was Ethan.

"Where do you want me to set up the phones?"

"In the living room." Ethan and I left my office. Tatianna and Yuri were already there in the living room.

"Tatianna, you remember my personal assistant, Ethan."

"Yes, I do. Nice to meet you again."

"Ethan brought the phones over so you can choose which one you would like."

"I would like the Note 8, please. The model with 64GB. And, I had the plan with unlimited talk, text, and data. So, how much is the phone?"

Ethan and I looked at each other like Tatianna was crazy.

"Tatianna, now that you are an executive employee, your phone and service are free."

"Why? I haven't really done any work yet. Let me pay for the phone. Besides, I need another work phone too."

"No. The phones are yours and that's final. Ethan will set it up for you."

"Yes, Niko. I am spending some of this money you pay me. Ethan, how much are the darn phones?' Tati says while rolling her eyes.

"Ethan, do not do it. Just set up the phones for Tatianna."

"Listen, Niko Kostopoulos, I am paying for something. Now how much is the darn phones? You may be my boss in your building, but outside of it I am my own boss."

I didn't say anything. I just lifted Tatianna out of her wheelchair and carried her out of the living room. "Excuse us."

"Where are you taking me?! Put me down!"

I put her down alright. Right on her bed.

"Listen here woman, you are going to take the phone for free, got it? See Tatianna, I will get my way in this situation."

"You're fortunate that I have casts on my leg and arm, otherwise I would totally kick your butt."

"Ha! That will be the day." I hope she doesn't hate me for what I am about to do. I leaned down and went in for the kiss.

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