However, she couldn't resist the weight of his eyes and fell asleep. In the cold of the early morning, she felt like she was being watched, and she wasn't wrong. When she jolted awake, she felt a cold, nauseating breath in front of her. When her eyes opened, she tried to scream, but a hand covered her mouth. "Shh, little one, don't scream, or you'll wake the children, and I don't need them awake for what we want to do," he said. She only shook her head, and her eyes indicated a refusal.Bruno grabbed her arm and pulled her out of the room. She tried to break free but felt something pointed at her stomach. "What... what is that Bruno?" "Today, you're going to be mine, whether you want it or not," he said, and she looked terrified, not just because of the gun but because of what he intended to do. The mere idea of abuse, especially with the children in the house, filled her with the worst fear. "No, Bruno, please don't hurt me. I beg you, let me go to the children's room." "No, Joh
Eduard went straight to Bruno's room without even knocking on his door; the noise woke him up. "Good morning, little brother!" Bruno was still groggy. "What's so good about it? Can you explain to me why you took my son without my permission?" "Because I'm his uncle. I thought I could do it. Plus, he was feeling a bit lonely. The nanny was asleep while she was feeding her baby. I didn't see anything wrong with taking the kid," Bruno replied as if it were entirely normal. "So, Johanne had no idea that the child was with you?" Eduard's anger flared even more. "No, but we didn't take long. It was my fault, not the nanny's. I know you, don't take it out on her." "I'm going to fire her right now, and I suggest, no, I demand, that you stay away from my son. Do you understand?" "What's with all the distrust, little brother?" "I know exactly what kind of man you are, and I don't trust my own shadow. By the way, please leave my mansion as soon as possible." Eduard's words were sh
George had decided to go on a trip to visit one of his children, unable to bear the absence of his wife. This left Johanne completely alone. He had become her support, and his absence was keenly felt.The days passed, and Johanne knocked on every door she could to find a job, but no one would accept her with her baby. Resigned to the idea that she wouldn't find anything, she decided to do what a determined woman would do."Let's see, little one, we have to go to work. Do you know what your grandmother's dream was? She wanted to have a big flower shop. Well, we're going to fulfill that dream," Johanne told her son. Angel only smiled; he had no idea what his mother was talking about. However, she bundled him up against the cold. She had bought a small cart and a bunch of simple flowers to sell, investing her last bit of capital with the hope of making enough money to eat.At some point in her life, when her husband was around, going out to sell on the streets would have been utterly emb
Meanwhile, at the mansion:"Daddy, I want you to stay. I don't want to be with Greis anymore." Jhin didn't want to leave his father's side that morning. It had been almost a month since Johanne had left the mansion, and finding a new nanny for his little boy had become quite a challenge for Eduard."Jhin, son, as I've told you before, Daddy has to go to work because he has many responsibilities. But we'll find a nanny who will take good care of you.""But I want to play, Daddy. Since Johanne left, I haven't been able to play." Jhin, with a downcast expression, remembered the moments he used to spend with his previous nanny."Johanne? Who's Johanne?""Daddy, it's Johanne! I used to call her Johanne because I liked her." Eduard fell into deep thought. Jhin had never remembered the names of his previous nannies. He realized that he missed Johanne's presence in his house, and it was possible that his son did too."Well, little one, don't worry; we'll find a nanny who will play with you ju
Later, Edward parked in front of Johanne's house, feeling a chill creep into his chest as he gazed at its modesty. Though it wasn't an ugly place, it was a small house, light blue in color, with an unassuming facade. For a moment, he thought it was impossible that she lived there.He sat in his car for over ten minutes, unsure of what he was waiting for, thinking it over and over again before getting out and knocking on her door. But after contemplating it several times, he decided to leave. However, his opinion changed when he saw her emerging from her house alone, carrying a small suitcase. Her expression clearly indicated that she wasn't doing well. In an impulsive move, he quickly got out of the car and approached her."Miss Johanne," when she heard the voice of her Adonis, she couldn't believe it and kept walking, thinking that fatigue was playing tricks on her."Johanne, please wait," Edward crossed the street towards her and took her by the arm. She jumped in surprise. "If the
Fortunately for Johanne, Angel's health had improved. Although she had insisted many times on getting information about the generous person who had paid all her hospital expenses, they refused to disclose the identity.Though the sudden encounter with Edward had been a coincidence, she was far from believing that he was the one who had performed such a generous act for her. A man as cold and distant as Edward Collen had no reason to help her."How fortunate you are doing well, my little one. But we will have to find a place where you can be cared for. I can't keep selling flowers on the street with you," Johanne gazed lovingly at her baby when suddenly, there was a knock on her door. She peered out the window to see who it was – a man in a suit and tie with a briefcase and some documents in his hands. She opened the door immediately."Yes, please, how can I help you?""Are you Johanne Willys?""Yes, that's me. Who are you?" The man approached and handed her a document to sign, confirm
Johanne finally accepted Edward's offer, and in two days, she returned to the mansion, nervous about not knowing what she would face again. The salary she would receive would help improve her life, so she wouldn't think twice about it."Well, Johanne, thank you for coming back. From now on, I'll be returning to the mansion later; I have too much pending work and haven't been able to concentrate enough.""Don't worry, sir, I understand. I'll try to do everything possible to make sure Jhin is well.""Thank you, Johanne. I may arrive late tonight; I have an important meeting. But as soon as I put Jhin to bed, you can go to your home. My driver can take you." She had practically moved in at the shelter out of necessity, and she was embarrassed for him to find out."Don't worry; I'll take a taxi.""You don't have to expose yourself. The driver will take you. Just around 8 o'clock, you can leave. I'll pay for his overtime." Edward wanted her to feel comfortable in her job, not just for Jhin
After the meeting with the lawyer, the Collen brothers arrived at the mansion. When Johanne saw Bruno, she shuddered; the memories of the hardships he had put her through had not faded from her mind."You're back, Johanne! I hope you won't make the Georgee mistakes with my nephew this time," Bruno couldn't stop looking her up and down, and his eyes still held that obsessive feeling for her."Did you already know the nanny?" Angie intervened."Yes, I already knew her. What I don't understand is why my perfect little brother rehired her if he had fired her for a mistake," Bruno couldn't help but be sarcastic."Alright, both of you, quiet!" Edward intervened. "She's here solely to care for my son, Johanne will take care of Jhin and has no other role in this house. She's also here with her little child, so I demand that you do not interfere with her in any way."When Edward spoke those words, Johanne's expression changed completely. She felt like her boss was offering her some protection