Chapter 40 After breakfast Anne went back to her room. She just said to her parents to sleep again and she also didn’t have a work the next day. Her mother did not object. She let her rest instead. She was first asked what they would eat for lunch and she just shrugged. She just said that her mother will take care of what she wants to cooks. When she entered the room, she took a shower first and then went back to sleep. After she showered, she wore pajamas and did not apply anything on her face because she feels lazy. She lay down again while her head was still wrapped in a towel. She picked up the cellphone that was lying on a pillow and looked to see if she had any messages. She saw that Richard had miscalled. She was nervous and surprised. She texted here why he miscalled. After five minutes, the young man replied. He invited her to meet tonight. Anne shuddered but refused the offer. She’s going to spend her time with her family until tomorrow so she will not leave the house
CHAPTER 41 Early in the morning , Mariz’s mother was woke up early. She will be going back home early. So is Mariz. She will go with her mother but she will go directly to her apartment and her mother will be on bus terminal. Mariz’s younger siblings are left with nothing, so her mother will not stay long at her sister’s house, Jefferson’s mother. They were even invited to have breakfast but they refused. There is food at the bus terminal. A cousin of him and Mariz hailed a taxi to take them to the bus terminal and take Mariz to her apartment, too. They are saying goodbye to each other. They can’t really stop their departure. The mother and daughter are already in the taxi. “Always be careful here Mariz. Don’t wander around at night. You know the weather today, it’s dangerous.” Mother’s advice to her daughter Mariz. “Yes, Mom. I won’t wander without Gerald.” She said to her mother. “Is that Gerald kind and responsible? Maybe later it will make you cry. I will face him.” The mot
CHAPTER 42 On the other hand, the father and daughter had breakfast after his aunt and cousin left. It’s still too early. He will leave and go to the office. He also woke up Lexie and her nanny to eat with him. It didn’t matter when Grace and Lexie went to sleep again later. Grace has nothing else to do but watch over Lexie. Clean her room. Bathe Lexie and be with her all the time. Lexie and Jefferson with their new nanny Grace. Jefferson’s mother didn’t want him to hire a babysitter for Lexie but the young man was embarrassed because his mother is now old. Jenny has work every day and is only at home every week. It’s better that he hires a babysitter for Lexie to look after the child and especially since she is also a student soon. Little Lexie is four years old now. This will be a kindergarten student this school year. Jefferson, on the other hand, will board the ship again after a month or two of his vacation. Because he is walking papers for promotion at work. He will be
CHAPTER 43 After they got out of the car, Lexie and Grace immediately went inside.. Lexie wanted to sleep. She has already loaded Grace. Her nanny carried her since Lexie is not a big child. “Take Lexie upstairs and put Grace to bed. Let her wear pajamas first to get a good sleep. Sleep next to Lexie too. I know you are tired and sleepy too.” Jefferson to Grace. Grace just nodded and Lexie went upstairs with her eyes closed. Jefferson was left in the living room. His mother just came out of the kitchen. It looks like she just finished eating because she is still cleaning her teeth with a toothpick. “You just arrived, son? Where are Grace and Lexie? I thought you were with them?” his mother asked openly. “Have you eaten? Because I have finished eating. I just finished.” His mother said again. “Yes mom. The three of us have finished eating. We ate at the restaurant opposite our office. Because Lexie is very sleepy. Maybe she won’t be able to eat lunch.” Jefferson answered his mot
CHAPTER 44His mother is in the room and he is lying on the couch. He was already sleeping there. He wants to sleep. His eyes are closed. But there are many things playing in his mind.Even though his body is tired, his spirit travels everywhere. There’s a lot of thoughts in his mind.He closed his eyes but his mind was still open. He remembered Anne. The only woman he loves the most. The girl he will never forget. The woman he dreamed of becoming the mother of his children.The girl he hurt so much. Jefferson sighed at that last thought. His chest is tight.He held his breath several times to relieve the tightness in his chest.Then it entered his imagination when he and Anne were lovers. He always sang for her while he played his guitar. She is very happy when he always sings to her. Anne is not artistic either. She is contented and happy with what he can give for her. She does not desires expensive things.She has only a simple dream in life. She didn’t even dream of a luxurious li
CHAPTER 45 Lexie couldn’t stand it anymore and took refuge with her father. Her father sheltered her. The child asked him many questions. Especially about his work. Even though she asked her father again and again with same questions. The father never runs out of answers, even if he repeats the answer over and over again. Grace was in the kitchen and let father and daughter bond in the living room. She first helps the maid to prepare dinner for the family. The housemaid will prepare for dinner at five in the afternoon and at seven in the evening the family take dinner together. Jefferson’s mother came down from her room. “Hello to our baby girl!” she greeted young Lexie enthusiastically. “I didn’t see you today. I miss my super naughty and super beautiful granddaughter.” Jefferson’s mother praised enthusiastically. “Grandma, I miss you.” The child enthusiastically greeted the grandmother while getting down from her father’s shelter and ran up to the grandmother on the stairs a
CHAPTER 46“Have you been working for a long time on this family, Marie?” Grace asked Marie while she was washing the utensils used for cooking.Marie was busy mixing the pasta she had cooked. Grace has no idea about their food so she just helps Marie with the dishes.“It’s been quite a while. The pay is good and the family is kind so it’s a shame I’m leaving. My work here is not heavy.” Marie answered.“They still treat me like family here. It’s hard to find a job as a maid these days, Grace.” she answered.“Well, you’re right, Marie. It’s hard to find. It is difficult to apply for admission. It’s good that I was able to work in the family as well. Lexie is a kind child, sir and his family are also kind.” Grace said.“By the way, I can’t seem to see Sir’s wife? Is he a single father or separated?” she asked Marie in a whisper.“I’m not sure what’s really going on, but I’m hearing a conversation that seems like Sir Jefferson and Ma’am Sandra are separated. That’s all I heard. I heard
CHAPTER 47 Grace held the child’s hand and they went straight up to the bedroom to bathe her and dress her in pajamas again. Marie also came out of the kitchen and looked at the table to see if the family had finished eating. She found Jenny there who was still sitting but was just on her cell phone. “Excuse me Jen. Can I get the food?” she asked the girl. “Yes.” Jenny gave a short answer. She stood up and helped Marie get out. Marie didn’t complain because it was Jenny’s doing to help her with the work when she was at home and she wasn’t busy. She is not even the one cleaning the girl’s room. She voluntarily cleans her room on her day off. She only cleans her mother’s room and Jefferson’s room before until the father and daughter move here. There are two guest rooms downstairs but Jefferson doesn’t want to use one of the guest rooms. It prefers to sleep in the living room. His mother did not Insist on what her son wanted. He said he was more content to sleep in the living roo
CHAPTER 133“Swear I am not married sweetheart. I might not show you how much I love you because I was scared that you would left me just like my ex girlfriend did. “ he said.“And when I prove that you are different from other woman, I decided to surprise and propose a marriage to you so I invited my family for a vacation here and witness my proposal to you. “ he said.“Really? “ she said.She is now crying.“But because of your jealous, all canceled and even the expectations of my family as well. “ he said.“Can we start again? “ he said.“Let us forget what was happening. And start again. “ he said.“Are you sure? “ she asked.“Of course sweetheart. “ he said.She is now remember Marcus.Her child will not grow without a father. Because he will meet and see his father soon.“I have to show you and introduce to you. “ she said.“W… what is it? I mean who? “ he asked.“They will coming now. “ she just answered.She chat her mother to bring Marcus where she is right now and her mothe
CHAPTER 132His WhatsApp notification pop up. And since he is busy on his office work, he didn’t mind it.He focused on his work. It was a busy day and as usual it’s always a busy day to Richard.He doesn’t want to have free time so he will not think again and again about Anne.His mom and family went back to U. S already. After having a long moth vacation on Pines.He invited his family to a long vacation on Pines to meet and introduce Anne to them but Anne just disappear and never comes.His family feel sad of what had happened and felt sorry for him.His mom choose to stay with him so she can take care of him but he refuse. He can take care of himself and he ha siblings in the U. S as well.ANNE'S PARENTS HOUSE……After charging her old phone. For how many days after charging of it she just now remember to open her old phone.And she open the Wi-Fi so she ca open some apps.Nothing is interesting on her old phone aside from YouTube.She just left her phone on the table and leave the
CHAPTER 131 A year past and Anne continuing her life with her baby. And she is very happy when her baby comes into her life. She knew that having and raising a baby alone is very hard but she doing her very best for her baby Marcus. Her business is doing good and she manage it well. Her mommy watch for her baby Marcus when she’s on her shop and she’s taking care of him after the shop. And her friend Winchester never leave her. He acted himself as the father of Marcus. Every day off, he went to Anne's home and help her mother watching the baby. She is very thankful to have her friend in her life. Even Mariz and Gerald didn’t know where she is now. She stop communicating with them since Jefferson is Mariz cousin and she doesn’t want him having a news to her. Winchester transfer another apartment also. Though a bit far to his working place but it’s nearer to her shop. Jefferson is already the OIC of Sandra's parents properties. With the talk of Sandra's parents, they are now li
CHAPTER 130 Jefferson and Sandra are nervous. This is the moment that they will tell to Lexie about his real father and to see also her other family, Christian's family. “Mommy, Daddy… who are we waiting? “ she ask. They will tell her that they have someone to introduce to her. And she is excited who are they. Sandra felt more nervous when she see Christian and his family coming inside to the restaurant where they wait. “Sandra, how are you? “ said Christian mother when she see her. “Hello Auntie. “ she only answer. She also greeted Charice. Only his father not there. He has work and assign in other place. But his mother is not knowing what will be happen. Charice and Christian didn't tell her yet. “And who is this pretty girl? “ his mom ask to Lexie and she's kissing Lexie on her cheek. “My name is Lexie and this is my daddy Jefferson. “ said Lexie and introducing her daddy to her and she's holding her daddy's hands. Christian jaws growled and Jefferson saw his reaction.
CHAPTER 129Anne was in their house, that’s Sunday and the shop is close.But still she’s also receiving orders and updating inquiries online.When she smell the bad thing in the kitchen.She goes to the kitchen and see what is the bad smell.“Mom, what are you cooking? Smell bad. “ she complain.“This is garlic and o.. onion. “ her mom said and she’s looking at her daughter.“Did your period comes already? “ she asked her.“N.. No… Why? “ she asked and confused.And she remember that she’s delay for a month.“I don’t want to think but maybe you need ob-gyne. Only pregnant women don’t want the smell of the garlic. “ her mom said.“But mom… “she said and she didn’t continue.“Is Jefferson the father? “ she asked her.“No mom. And I am not pregnant. “ she said.“Then who is the father? “ she ask Anne again.Her mom stop of what she’s doing and walk going to the living room.She covers the pot and leave the work.Anne follows her to the living room and they seated.“Mom. Let’s not jump t
CHAPTER 128“By the way, Jefferson was there in the apartment before I came here. And he asked me about you. “ he said.“And then? “ she asked“I told him that you are not living with me anymore and you are assigned in other place.” He said.“Good sis. Thank you for hiding me from him. “ she said.“Enough the drama. They are only men. Nothing to tie your self from pain. “ he cheer her up.“Thank you sis. You are really my best friend. “ she said.She hug him.“I am always here for you. “ he said.They are hugging.THE NEXT DAY….Anne change her number. And buy new sim card.She also change her name in all her social media account and use other pictures instead of her own photo.She even block Richard's number.She will start a new life without the shadow of the men who only hurting her.She makes herself busy looking for some garments to buy for her own business. And how to buy bulk orders.“Dear, you have visitor. “ her mommy calling her.She is in her room. Her mommy is outside her
CHAPTER 127She can’t understand what she felt. Her heart is in pain. She can’t imagine how Richard lied to her.Why he lied that he is already married.She is in her room and she didn’t even the door when Winchester knock and told her that Richard is there.Even Richard who is knocking the door, she didn’t listen and didn’t entertain him.She doesn’t want to talk to him. She doesn’t want to confront him. She is scared that he might lied again.What she did is to pack all her things and she want to go back to their home.She doesn’t want to see or talk any one of Jefferson and Richard.She decided to go back to her parents house.She will explain everything to Winchester while she will leave him on the apartment. And she know her friend will understand her.The two respect her privacy and no one knocks again.She is not going to go to work for tomorrow and she will file resignation to her work.She decided to use all her savings and started a new business.And for not any of the two w
CHAPTER 126 Anne was already in her apartment and just came home from her work. She is sitting in the living room while waiting for Winchester to finish the dinner he makes. “Knock… knock… knock… “ She heard knocking from outside. She stand up and open the door. She thinks it was Richard. She excitedly opens the door. But to her surprise it was Jefferson. “Good evening Anne.” He greeted. “I… I think you went on a wrong place. “ she said and close the door. But Jefferson's hand is fast and he put his hands between the door. Anne can’t close it. “Can we talk? “ he ask. “Please? “ he added. She took a deep breath and let him come in. “For you. “he said. And he gives the bouquet of flowers to her. She doubted to receive the flowers but as of respect to him she take it. “T… Thank you. “ she slowly said. “Please sit down. “ she said to him. Jefferson seated. “What you want again? We already talk, right? “ she said and controlling her anger. But there is still a feelin
CHAPTER 125Christian knew everything about Lexie and he was blackmailing me to win us back to his life.He wanted us to be a family. Leave you and officially introduce him to Lexie as her real father.And if I am not going to do that he will reveal in public about the child and my lie about the DNA test result I fake.“I am scared of my parents to know all of this Jefferson. “ she said.She looking at him.“We can hide everything for long Sandra. We better make a right move first before Christian’s plan will success. “ he said.“I.. I don’t know how to start Jefferson. “ she said.“I am scared that Lexie might hurt from all of this. I know I was wrong but I didn’t mean all those things. I only want for her not to be criticize by people especially that my parents are public servants. “ she said.“I don’t want to give embarrassing situation to my parents. It can be end of their political career. “ she continued.She bowed her head.“Don’t worry Sandra. Everything will be alright. “ he