Novels by H-pen

The dimly lit hallway was silent except for the soft echoes of footsteps. Darla moved quietly, heading toward Brayden’s room, but she stopped in her tracks when she saw him.Her breath hitched.Brayden stood just outside Anya’s bedroom door, staring down the hallway, lost in thought.But what made Darla’s blood boil wasn’t just the way he stood there.It was who he had been with.She had seen everything.She had seen the way Brayden caught Penelope in his arms.She had seen how he held her close, his grip firm, his eyes locked on hers.She had seen how long he lingered.And the worst part? He hadn’t pushed her away immediately.Darla’s hands clenched into fists at her sides.That woman.That nanny.Penelope finally disappeared into her room, and Darla forced herself to breathe. She needed to stay calm. She couldn’t let Brayden see how furious she was.She took a deep breath, straightened her dress, and then stepped forward, her heels clicking against the floor.“Brayden,” she called

The evening breeze was cool as Penelope, Anya, and the bodyguards rounded up at the park. The sun had already started dipping below the horizon, casting a golden hue over the playground. Anya stretched her arms with a tired but satisfied smile.“What do you think, Miss Penny? Ice cream before we go home, right?” she asked, looking up at Penelope with hopeful eyes.Penelope chuckled, brushing Anya’s soft curls away from her face. “Hmm, You’ve had a long day, huh?”Anya nodded eagerly. “And ice cream makes every day better! So I think I need it to wrap everything up.”“Marcus, isn’t there enough time for a quick pick up of ice cream?” Anya asked in her small tiny voice, while giving him puppy eyes.Marcus, who stood nearby with his hands in his pockets, glanced at Darla. “Darla, We’ve got time, huh? This kid might eat me raw if her request isn’t granted.”Darla sighed but nodded. “Fine, but make it quick. We’ve got to get home on time.”“Sure, Darla.” Anya beamed and grabbed Penelope’

The drive to the mall was smooth, with Anya bouncing excitedly in her seat, her little hands pressed against the tinted window as she watched the city pass by.“I love going out!” she chirped, turning to Penelope with bright eyes. “It’s been so long since Daddy let me go to the mall! Did you know I used to go a lot when I was little? But, daddy suddenly changed and stopped taking me to the mall.”Penelope smiled, adjusting Anya’s hair that had fallen into her face. “Really? I guess daddy was just too busy, sweetheart. What did you love buying the most?”“I love buying, Dolls!” Anya chirped and giggled. “And dresses! But I also liked candy and teddy bears. Daddy always let me have whatever I wanted. He always says money isn’t the issue because I’m a princess. His one and only princess!”From the front seat, Darla let out a small scoff, rolling her eyes as she stared ahead.Penelope ignored her and nodded at Anya. “Daddy is correct, Anya. You truly are a princess. You are not just hi

The soft glow of morning sunlight seeped through the thin gap between Penelope’s curtains, casting long, golden streaks across her bedroom floor. The warmth of the light gently caressed her face, stirring her from a restless sleep filled with fragmented dreams and lingering thoughts of the night Brayden said those words to her.Her eyes fluttered open, squinting slightly as she adjusted to the brightness.She sat up slowly, the cool morning air brushing against her skin, sending a slight shiver down her spine. Her heart felt heavy—a mixture of nerves and emotions tangled deep within her chest. The memory of Brayden’s intense gaze, the heat of his words, and Darla’s piercing glare clung to her like shadows she couldn’t shake off.Penelope rubbed her face, trying to push the thoughts away. It’s just another day, she told herself, standing up and slipping into her slippers. She pulled her robe tighter around her body as she stepped into the hallway, her footsteps soft against the po

Inez stepped into the mansion, her sharp eyes sweeping across the living room. Her gaze softened slightly when she spotted Anya curled up against Penelope on the couch, watching a movie. The little girl looked peaceful, her small hands clutching a stuffed bunny.Anya immediately noticed her and sat up. “Ma’am Inez! Where were you?” she pouted.Inez chuckled as she walked closer. “I had to step out for a bit, little one. Did you miss me that much?”Anya crossed her arms dramatically. “I was looking everywhere for you!”Inez smirked. “I’m here now, aren’t I?” She ruffled Anya’s hair, then straightened. “I should go prepare your daddy’s dinner before he arrives.”“Okay!” Anya chirped, then leaned against Penelope again, her focus returning to the screen.“Inez, hope you’re good? I never knew you’d take so long at where you went.” Penelope finally spoke up, staring at Inez.“Oh yeah. I never knew I’d take so long too, but everything went well. I had actually gone out to see my younger

The sound of the front door opening made Penelope pause. She had been stirring a pot of soup in the kitchen, preparing Anya’s meal, when she heard the familiar creak of the heavy doors. Wiping her hands on a towel, she hurried toward the living room.Anya stood there, still in her school uniform, her face lighting up as soon as she spotted Penelope. “Miss Penny! I missed you so much…” she squealed and ran toward her.Penelope smiled warmly, bending down just in time to catch the little girl in her arms. “I missed you too, darling. Welcome home, sweetheart. How was school today? Hope you wrote well and got everyone’s butt kicked?”Before Anya could respond, Penelope felt the weight of a burning glare on her. She lifted her gaze slightly to see Darla, Anya’s personal bodyguard, staring daggers at her. Her eyes were so dark that Penelope thought she could literally see through her.Penelope swallowed hard. Darla had never hidden her dislike for her, but today, her glare felt e