"It feels good to be out of that hospital" Zach said as they entered the suite at the casino.
"Its good to have you out of there" Kendall said as she came over and wrapped her arms around him and gave him a kiss "Now, lets get you in bed"
"Ohh bed " Zach said with a grin on his face
"Don't even think it" Kendall laughed " You are going to bed to get some rest and I am going down to the office to get some work done"
"Kendall" he said " I have been in bed for over a week now, how much rest do you think I need ? "
"Zach, you almost died a week ago, or have you forgotten ?" Kendall asked
"No I have not forgotten " he answered "but apparently the hospital thought I was well enough to go home or they wouldn't of released me"
"Zach, I promised Dr. Joe I would make sure you rested" Kendall stated
"And I will rest, I promise" he began "but I have rested enough for a while. It wont kill me to be out of bed for a bit . Besides I have been out of the office for a while now and I am curious as to what you have been up to while I have been away. So why don't we go down to the office and you can fill me in on what you have been working on"
"Fine, but you have to promise me that you will come up here and take a nap when we are done" Kendall said
'As long as you promise to come up here and take one with me" Zach said as he began to nuzzle her neck
"Zach" Kendall said in a semi stern voice
"Fine I promise" he laughed
A short while later the two of them approached Zach's office
"Mr. Slater, its wonderful to have you back " Edie said as they approached
"Thank you Edie, its good to be back." Zach said with a smile "So tell me, has my wife been a slave driver ?'
Edie laughed "Not at all Sir. She has been an absolute pleasure to work with, and I must admit she has some wonderful ideas"
"Is that so. What kind of ideas ? " Zach asked
"Come on and I will show you" Kendall said as she dragged him into the office
Once inside the office Kendall walked over to the desk and proceeded to sit behind it. Zach couldn't help but laugh
"what's so funny" she asked
"Nothing, you just look cute as hell behind that desk is all" he said with a smile on his face
"I'm glad you approve " she said with a smile "now lets see if you approve of what I have done while you were in the hospital"
Zach sat in the chair across from the desk listening to his wife explain everything she had been doing while he was in the hospital
"I noticed when I got your dietary instructions from Dr. Joe the other day and was checking with Edie that our menu was lacking a few things" she pointed out
"Such as " he asked
"Well it occurred to me that some of our patrons might be on special diets as well, so we have added some diabetic selections, low carb, low fat, that type of thing. We have also added a vegetarian section as well." she answered
"Very good idea" he said
" I want to make some changes at the Spa too. " Kendall said " I have been doing some research on Spa Treatments at some of the more exclusive Spas. With your approval I would like to send a few of our people to learn about Shiatsu Massage, Magic Honey Massage and also a Chocolate Massage."
Zach just had a strange look on his face "Ok, I have to ask, what is a Chocolate Massage ? "
Kendall picked up the paper she had printed out and began to read "This experience is truly unique in every sense. Disappear into a world of total indulgence and pleasure as you are bathed in a wonderfully decadent mix of chocolate and almond oil. The mixture will be heated to room temperature and as you relax, it will be slowly poured over your body from head to toe. The treatment then begins with a soothing massage as the chocolate is smoothed all over your skin. You will receive a treatment know as 'Ayurveda' which consists of applying finger pressure to key energy points throughout the body, hence allowing the body's own natural energies to flow freely filling you with a sense of well-being and leaving you with natural high.
The legendary affects of chocolate are well documented and well known. The unique mixture of pure chocolate and almond oil not only revitalizes the skin and replaces lost nutrients, but also has a positive affect on mental state and brings about good humor…combined with a soothing massage, this experience has rightly been described as two of life's greatest pleasures rolled into one! "
"Wow, I must say that sounds very sensual, and I think it would be a big hit" he said
"I think so" Kendall agreed " We can also expand on the chocolate theme and offer such things as a chocolate pedicure, body scrub or even a chocolate body wrap. We can even offer a chocolate lovers couples package "
"I think those are some wonderful ideas, and you don't need my approval on anything. This is your casino too, you are welcome to do anything that you like" he smiled
"Oh good, now I can have that ugly wallpaper in the lobby changed " she grinned
Zach just laughed
"By the way, I have also planned a Halloween Party. Its for all the customers of course but I have also sent out some invitations as well" Kendall smiled
"You have been busy, haven't you" Zach stated " So tell me more about this party"
"What's to tell, it's the standard Halloween party" she answered as she looked down at some paperwork
"Kendall, that's not what I mean and you know it" he said " Are there costumes involved ?"
"Of course costumes are involved, it's a Halloween party" she smiled
"Kendall, I don't do costumes. However feel free to dress up as anything that you like" Zach announced
"Awww come on Honey, you wont even wear a costume for me ? " she said with a pout
" You're playing dirty and it isn't fair" he said "So just what did you have in mind for us to wear ?"
"Actually I'm not sure yet, but I promise you will love it" Kendall said as she came around the desk and sat in Zach's lap " So how about we have lunch then you can take a nap"
Kendall ordered lunch for them to be served in the suite. While they ate they discussed the wedding.
"So where would you like to get married at ?" Zach asked
"Well, everyone we know and love is here. So I was thinking of just getting married locally." she answered
"Are you sure?" he asked "you know we can go anywhere you want to"
"I know. But I really want to have everyone there to celebrate with us. I have already called Bianca, and she is flying in from Paris to be my Maid of Honor. Miranda is going to be the Flower Girl"
"Well then a local wedding it is then" Zach said " Have you decided on what time you would like the wedding ?"
"I want an evening wedding, and we can have the reception here" she said "Have you given any thought to a Best Man ? "
"Well, I wasn't sure where you wanted to have the wedding and what kind of ceremony you wanted. Now that I know, I would very much like it if Ethan would stand up for me" he answered
" I think that is a great idea. " Kendall said between bites of her salad "I am really glad the two of you are moving forward with your relationship"
Zach smiled "I am too. I will give him a call later on today and run the idea past him. Have you given any thought as to where you would like to go for a Honeymoon ?"
" You want to take a Honeymoon ?" she asked
"Don't you ?" he asked with a puzzled look on his face
" I would love to take a Honeymoon. I just figured since you are only going along with this wedding idea to make me happy, I hadn't planned on a Honeymoon. I didn't think you would want to take this whole thing that far" Kendall replied
"Kendall" Zach said taking her hand "I am not just going along with this 'wedding idea' ,as you put it, just to make you happy. I have thought about what you said and it actually makes a lot of sense. We are married already yes, but we married for business. I completely understand why you want to get married again. You don't want us to start our life together based on a business arrangement, you want it to be based on love. It's a beautiful sentiment and I am very glad you suggested it. I must admit I am not real thrilled with the idea of us waiting to make love , but I understand that as well, so my Dear, you see there is no way you are going to get out of a Honeymoon. Now where would you like to go ? "
" I will leave our Honeymoon up to you" she answered
"There is no where special you would like to go ?" he asked
"As long as I am with you it will be special, so surprise me. You have traveled much more then I have. I trust your judgment " she smiled
"Alright then, I will be happy to arrange the Honeymoon." he said with a grin
After they finished eating Kendall pushed the dinner cart out into the hall.
"Ok Mr. Slater, time for you to get some rest and time for me to head to Fusion and get some work done" Kendall announced
"Leaving me so soon ?" he said with a frown on his face
"I'm afraid so, but I will be back around 5:00. If I leave can I trust you to get some sleep ?" she asked
"Yes I promise I will get some sleep. I just want to make a few calls real quick first then I will go lay down." Zach answered
"Zach no business, please. You have a tendency to get wrapped up and lose track of time" Kendall begged
"He cocked his head to the side and smiled "These have nothing to do with business, strictly pleasure. Besides I made a promise to you, and when I make a promise I keep it"
"I know and I'm sorry. I don't mean to be such a bitch or a nag. I just don't want to take any chances with you or your health. I want you to be in tip top condition for our wedding" she said apologetically
"I know that and I love you for it. Its nice to have someone care about me, I think I can get used to it" he said as he walked her to the door "now go on and do what you need to. The sooner you get out of here the sooner you will be back"
After giving Kendall a passionate kiss she left leaving Zach all alone in the suite. The first call he made was to Ethan, who was more then happy to accept the role of Best Man at their wedding. Next Zach had Edie connect him with John at Tiffany's, where he placed a very special order. The last call Zach made was to Marian Chandler.
After all his calls had been made, he did as he had promised and went and took a nap. Zach's only regret was that he was laying alone in the big bed.