Chapter 56

Isabella's pov;

On Christmas Day,

"Isabella…"

Who is calling my name so delicately?

"Huhhh…"

"Wake up, Isabella," they said, their palm touching my cheek.

"Whyyy…"

When I opened my eyes, Mr Martinez kissed me on the cheek and whispered, "Wake up. It's time to open the diner."

"What time is it?" I massaged my eyes.

"10."

"What!? Did I sleep in? What day is it?"

"It's Christmas. Did you forget about it? You were decorating the restaurant the day before."

"Did you just f*ck me on the day before Christmas?"

"It's called making love," he replied, flicking my brow.

"Whatever." "Arghhh!" I exclaimed when I attempted to sit. I felt a sharp pain in my back.

Mr Martinez raced up to me and grabbed my hands, asking, "What happened?"

I tapped him on the shoulder and said, "It's all thanks to you. Why did you do it after I told you it was enough? Are you a moron? Did you not hear me? Argh…"

"Shall I call a doctor if it's too painful?" he inquired as he helped me sit.

"Take me to the restroom. In t