Araceli POV
Krish said calmly, "So what?" Essel narrowed her eyes, clenched her fists in annoyance, and bit her lip. I couldn't hold back my laughter. Krish had always been introverted and never flaunted his abilities. It was clear that Krish already thinks of Essel as a friend. But why did he suddenly accept Essel? I stared at Krish, trying to see something in his expression. Krish felt my gaze, stood up, and said, "Mommy, I'm going to the bathroom." I nodded, took out an apple, and gave it to Essel. All day long, we stayed with Essel in her hospital room. Krish said he had some business to attend to and left after lunch. Valeria and I ate dinner before coming home. Krish stayed in his room, looking very focused. I didn't bother him and took Valeria to bed after washing up. I lay in bed, thinking about Eve, whom I called out numerous times in my head, but never got a response. I sighed sligAraceli POV Raphael said slowly, "Wait, Ms. Chancey. I'm going to call Micah right now and have him apologize to you personally." I sat back against my chair and wrapped my arms around my chest. I was interested in Micah, too. I leaned back in my chair and waited, only to see Raphael frown and then hung up the phone in annoyance. I laughed, "He refused to apologize, didn't he?" Raphael's face was cold. "Micah is a genius. He has his own world, refuses to accept it, and doesn't give in to anyone easily." I continued to say slowly, "Micah and Krish are different. Krish is more sensitive. Mr. Lancaster, I suggest you talk to Micah more often in the future." Raphael narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at me with a provocative look. "I will bring him to apologize to you in person." With those words, Raphael took the papers on the table and left. I shrugged indifferently. The truth was, I didn't
Araceli POV "I have another painting exhibition in France. When this painting exhibition is over, I will take you to meet another student of mine. He is also a very good painter." Rhett smiled, "Valeria, I'm sorry I can't personally instruct you at the moment. I will have a set of my custom paints and brushes sent to your home." Valeria stepped forward, took Rhett's hand, and nodded. "Thanks, Ms. Elford." I was surprised again. Valeria showed closeness to Rhett the first time she met him. This was proof that Valeria had a keen interest in painting. I made the right decision with this one. After we had dinner, I took the two kids and drove Rhett to the airport. We waved goodbye to Rhett at the entrance of the airport, and after that, we went back to the villa. Rhett sent over the brushes, boards and paints. I put the boards on the balcony of Valeria's room. It was well-lit during the day, and the view from the window was beaut
Araceli POV It seemed that Valeria had gradually moved out of the closed world where it was just Krish and me. There were now more people in Valeria's world: Essel, Mayra, Rhett, Maddox... And, Raphael... Just as the name came to my mind, at the door of the ward, a tall figure appeared. I turned my head to look and met Raphael's deep eyes. I smiled and said politely, "Mr. Lancaster." Maddox stood up and said solemnly, "Mr. Lancaster, let me introduce you. This is Mr. Krish, this is Ms. Valeria, and they are Ms. Chancey's children..." Raphael nodded calmly. "I know." Maddox froze. He hesitated, made an excuse and headed out of the ward. "Maddox, where are you going? Did you forget that you have to feed me?" Essel was on an infusion, unable to get a spoon to eat. She pouted and looked very cute. I sat down on the edge of the bed and said, "Sweetheart, I'll feed you. But you can't be picky abou
Araceli POV On Monday, I took my two kids to the daycare. I watched the two kids go in before I drove to Creaty's office. I parked the car in the parking lot and took the elevator upstairs. As soon as I got out of the elevator, I saw a group of people gathered in the hallway in front of the office. The crowd surrounded the hallway. Even the employees of the company next door came out. Just as I was wondering, a man in his 40s or 50s suddenly rushed toward me in the crowd. "It's you! You killed my son!" The middle-aged man suddenly rushed toward me and grabbed me by the collar. He raised his hand up high and tried to slap me hard in the face. I frowned slightly and raised my hand, grabbing the middle-aged man's wrist and pressing it against his back. With my other hand, I grabbed his other wrist and pinned him against the wall. "Who are you?" My voice was cold, and there was hostility in my eyes.
Araceli POV Listening to Yoselin's inquiry, I could only be silent. Melany killed my two children, so I have never been able to live in harmony with Melany in my life. I opened my lips and whispered, "Aunt Yoselin, I met a boy last time. He said he was Melany's..." "Bang!" A loud bang suddenly came from the second floor. The window was shattered. Glass shards splattered everywhere and landed on the lawn of the courtyard from the second floor. I hurriedly shielded Yoselin's head, frowned, and asked, "What happened?" Yoselin sighed and said, "Melany smashes things every time she loses her temper. Maybe it's someone who pissed her off again. Araceli, you better not go in there..." "Yoselin, it's okay. Don't worry. I just have something to ask her." I stood up and walked over to her, looking up slightly. That was Melany's room. I smiled coldly and slowly walked up to the second floor. Another lo
Araceli POV I lifted my head and looked over. Melany was standing a short distance away, arms around her chest, smiling coldly. She walked over. "Raphael, Essel, I'm here to pick you guys up..." Raphael glanced at Melany indifferently and didn't say a word. Melany bit her lip in anger, her face pale. Essel jumped into my arms and spoke, "Ms. Chancey, our house has an amusement park, with slides, swings, wooden horses... Vallie will love it! I really want to take Valeria to play..." I rubbed Essel's hair and smiled, "Thank you, Essel." Raphael calmly said, "It's windy outside. You guys can just play in the house." Essel pouted unhappily. "It isn't fun..." I turned my head and looked at Melany's face. Her eyes were jealous and angry, as if she wanted to kill me the next second. Melany's eyes seemed to have poison in them. She smiled falsely and stepped forward, pushing me away and standing in front of Raphael.
Araceli POV Perhaps it was because his eyes were so burning that I had an uneasy feeling. I turned my head and walked toward the porch. Valeria looked at me with a puzzled look in her eyes. "Sweetheart, we can go back tonight and ask Mr. Elford..." I stood up and turned back in a feigned bemusement, right into Raphael's deep and confused eyes. Why was he looking at me with such a look? My heartbeat suddenly picked up. I pursed my lips and said, "I'm going to go make sandwiches for the kids." With that, I turned around and went to the kitchen. Raphael lowered his eyes. I don't know why, but it was obvious that I was avoiding him. He pursed his lips, got up and went upstairs into the study. Only Essel and Valeria were left in the living room. Valeria was drawing on the table, and Essel sat next to her, taking a pen and paper out and drawing with Valeria. They laughed and discussed the d
Araceli POVSeeing Melany standing still, Maddox coldly called over two bodyguards.The bodyguards pressed Melany's shoulders and dragged her out.If it were normal, Melany would have struggled violently, but at this moment she was still in a daze.Melany was dumped in front of the Royal Pack's villa.I held Essel in my arms and asked her, "Essel, are you okay? Does it hurt?"