Nancy's lips curved into a smile as she approached her bedside drawer. She opened the drawer and took out her phone. It wasn't a fancy one. In fact, it was almost dead with a rubber band holding the battery just so the phone would be in one piece. She knew she needed another cell phone but it just wasn't a priority right now.
She plopped down on the edge of her bed and dialed the number she had been wanting to hear from since morning.
The person on the other end picked up after a few rings.
"My love,"
Nancy's smile got bigger when the calm voice came through.
"Hi Daddy, How are you?"
"I'm fine. Thought you were not going to call tonight."
"Sorry about that. There were just so many chores to do. That's why I didn't call earlier."
"Are you sure you're fine? Are they treating you well over there? Are you eating well? You know you can always come back home? We miss you and I promise we will find a way to make things work. I don't mind looking for an extra job."
Nancy's heart melted and she felt tears welling up in her eyes, making her remember how much she missed her family.
"I'm fine, Dad. And yes, I'm treated well. I mean, we don't have problems with the boss as long as we do what we are meant to do. We are also being fed well. I told you before that I have my own room and bathroom which is cool." Nancy said, remembering She and her brothers shared a room back home.
"Yes, you said so. But I've heard stories about these rich people and how they treat their domestic staff rudely. I really hope you're telling me the truth. I know you want to help us, dear but it will make me so sad if you're treated unfairly over there."
"The Martins' are not like that, Dad. They are really good people. Yeah, their kids can be bossy because of the fame and wealth but it's cool as long as we don't do anything to upset them. We hardly even relate with them. We only receive orders from Mrs. Martin and the housekeeper."
"I'm definitely not going to work here forever but the pay is attractive so let me just stay here for now until we are able to gather enough money to pay off the debts and live fine."
"The month is going to end in three days and I'll be paid my first salary. I'm excited about it. We will be able to pay Mr. Bruno his money and you can use the rest for kylan and David's tuition and also for food in the house."
"Thank you so much, Nancy. You've sacrificed so much for us that sometimes I feel like a failure. I promised your mom that I was going to take good care of you all but I can't even live up to the expectation. You should be in college, chasing your dreams but here you are, working so hard, just to put food on our table. Your mother must be so disappointed in me."
"Please don't say that, Dad. You've done a lot for us already. If you were not sick I'm sure you would have more than three jobs right now. I love you so much, Dad and God knows I couldn't have asked for a better parent. I'm not going to work here forever, remember? Once I make enough money here, I'll resign, then start college."
"How did I get so lucky to have you for a daughter?"
"Please don't cry, Dad." She could hear him sniffle. Nancy tried her best not to get emotional too.
"I know this is not the life you want for us but everything will be fine."
"I know. Thank you for being a strong girl."
Nancy smiled. "Thank you for always having my back."
"How are my brothers doing?" She smiled sadly, remembering how much she missed those two little monsters who were always fighting themselves under her watch.
"They are fine. They are cleaning the kitchen."
"My regards to them."
"All the staff here get the weekend off once in two months. I'll probably spend the time off with you all."
"And we will be so happy to have you here, my love."
"It's good to hear from you, Dad. But I have to go now since I have to be up early in the morning. I'll talk to you tomorrow."
"Goodnight, Dad."
"Goodnight, Angel."
Nancy ended the call and kept her phone back in the drawer.
She suddenly found herself feeling thirsty. Taking a look at the table in her room, She saw that the jug was empty.
Nancy sighed as she rose to her feet and approached the table. She took the jug, then exited the room to go fill it with water.
There was a kitchen in the staff quarters where the domestic staff cooked their food and had their own meals. The kitchen had an adjoined door that led to the main kitchen of the mansion, purely for cooking meals for the homeowners.
Nancy went to the staff kitchen. She met no one there, not that she was expecting to bump into anyone because everyone must have retired to their rooms since they all have to be up early.
Nancy helped herself with a glass of water after which she went ahead to fill her jug with water from the tap.
She was about to leave the kitchen when she heard a loud sound of something shattering on the floor.
Nancy stopped in her tracks, staring at nothing in particular. The noise was followed by another sound of something shattering on the floor again.
Looking very concerned, She placed her jug on the table and proceeded to the where the noise was coming from. The adjoined door. She opened the door and her eyes widened at what she saw.
Her Boss's only son stood beside the counter, holding a knife which he was staring at as though he wanted to end his life.
Beside him, on the counter and on the floor were broken glasses of a bottle of wine and glass cups, with the wine liquid spilled all over the floor.
"No...no....don...." She screamed but it was too late as he cut his left wrist with the knife
"Fuck?! What the?"
"Are you insane?!!" She literally yelled at him, not caring if he was her Boss's child or something."
Thinking of what to do, her eyes scanned the kitchen, mostly around where Connor was. She sighed and started taking slow steps to where he was by the counter, with her eyes carefully on the floor not to step on any broken bottle.
The moment she got to him, she went ahead to collect the knife which he held with his right hand.
"Give it to me...." She mumbled, struggling to collect the utensil from him. But seeing that he wouldn't budge, Nancy stepped on his right foot with all her might.
"Fuck!!!" He mumbled in pain as the knife fell to the floor. Nancy quickly bent, picked the knife, and tossed it into the sink.
"Do...do you realize who you are messing with?" He slurred.
"Just shut your mouth, Connor!!!" Even though it was evident that he was bigger than her, She took his hand in hers and pulled him away from the position he stood.
"God, are you insane?!" They were away from the broken glasses now and she could see how blood was gushing from his wrist.
"Watch your tone, young woman. I'm high doesn't mean I've lost my senses"
"Yeah, I can see that! You're in your right mind and that was why you cut yourself!!! How old are you again? 12?"
"I'm warning you?" He groaned at her.
Nancy glared at Connor for a few seconds after which she dashed into the store in the kitchen and came back almost immediately with a first aid box.
She placed the box on the counter, ready to attend to him.
"You gonna allow me or you wanna keep bleeding?"
She was about to leave his side when he stretched out his wrist.
Nancy glared at him before reaching for the nearest necessary item in the box. She cleaned the wound, and applied some spirit after which she placed a bandage on it.
Connor didn't flinch throughout the process. Perhaps because he was high or because he was used to pain.
Nancy stared at him when she was done.
"What?!" He said in disgust.
"Courtesy?!"
"What do you mean?"
"Thank you?!" She reminded him, wondering where his manners were, before remembering that he probably doesn't have one.
"I didn't beg for it!" He said, loud and clear.
"Okay?! She mumbled, taking the first aid box back to the store.
Soon enough, Nancy appeared with some cleaning items including the broom and dustpan to clean the mess he made. It took her a while but she finally finished it.
Returning the cleaning items to their station, Nancy reached for her jug and turned around to take her leave.
"Wait!!!!" He finally spoke after watching her in silence.
She rolled her eyes but eventually turned around to face him.
"Why...do..." He was saying, finally standing up from where he sat, he missed a step that made him almost fall.
Nancy was able to put the jug aside on time and went to his aid before he landed on the bare floor.
"What the hell has come over you? Why do you have to make such a mess of yourself?" At that point, Nancy was pissed. She couldn't believe this man was making her lose her beauty sleep when she would have to be up early in the morning.
"What the hell happened to you today? You've got a good life, you literally don't need to do anything stressful because you have everything on a platter of gold. You've got only one job which is to stay alive and here you are, you can't even do your job well!!!!!" Nancy literally yelled at him as she helped him up.
"It's easier for you to sit behind the curtain and judge."
"You come back home late at night, drunk, come straight to the kitchen, break a few bottles, cause a mess, cut your wrist, and what did that solve?"
"You can obviously do better, Mr. Martin."
Knowing he was going to cause some nuisance if she left him there, She decided to assist him to his room.
"I know how to walk. You know, right?" He said the moment they were out of the kitchen.
"Yeah, says someone that almost ran into the kitchen stove." She glared at him and continued moving, ignoring how heavy it was. It was really late, almost midnight and she didn't want him to cause any commotion.
Connor's father, Aaron Martin was a very disciplined man and she knew Connor was going to be in a lot of trouble if the old man saw him like that. For someone who took reputation seriously, Aaron sure was going to give his Son a heavy piece of his mind.Considering how muscular and heavy Connor was, Nancy was glad there was an elevator which made taking him to his room a lot easier. Connor's room was the last on the left wing and after what felt like forever, they got there.Connor's room was like an apartment on its own. It had everything one could think of to make a modern room. It also had an exit that led to the pool area/ personal lounge.The moment she helped him into his room, Nancy turned around to take her leave."Wait!!!" He said in a commanding tone and she had no choice but to answer him."Water!"Nancy Internally rolled her eyes but did as he said. She went to his nightstand, poured water from the jug into the glass cup, and brought it to him.Connor accepted it with shak
"You like it, don't you?" He continued twisting her nipples with his finger, applying a bit of pressure. Connor loved the fact that her nightie was silk. It was almost as if he was smooching her bare body."Don't be shy when you are with me. I know you want me as much as I want you. Feel free to look at me when I'm naked. Feel free to ask me for anything. Can you feel this?" He pressed himself against her so she would feel the bulge in his pants."This is what you do to me, baby girl."Nancy let out a soft moan at what she felt.Conner smiled. He sneaked his hand under her nightie."You just know what to do to get my attention every fucking time." He whispered against her neck the moment he noticed she wasn't putting on panties.Connor parted Nancy's legs so he could get a good grip of her pussy. His urge for her doubled when he felt her clean shave. It was so smooth and calling his name. Finally, he ran a finger over her pussy and it was then he knew he didn't regret making her stay.
She wanted to say something but words failed her. Her lips were quivering instead."Get the fuck out of my room and shut the door!" He sat on the edge of the bed."Connor?!" She called out to him but got no response.She proceeded to where he was seated."Don't come near me!!!!"She ignored him and still approached him."What the hell is wrong with you?"He said nothing."We just fucked and now you're telling me to leave?"He looked into her eyes and she couldn't help but wonder why he was looking pissed."What were you expecting me to say?""We just fucked Co...""Oh please shut the fuck up!" His voice was loud and clear. "Are you the first woman I've fucked?"Nancy sniffled, trying to hold back her tears. "Don't you dare raise your voice at me!""You realize who you're talking to? I think you want to lose your Job.""Connor, are you being serious right now?!!!" Nancy felt as though She was going crazy.."Do I look like I'm playing games? And it's Mr. Martin to you. You have no right
"What are you doing here, mom?" He asked with his eyes on her. Not pleased to see her."What do you mean what am I doing here? This is my home," She reminded him. Connor internally rolled his eyes and made his way into the room."You can come back for cleaning," Lilian said to Nancy who nodded and took her leave.Lillian proceeded into her Son's room with the tray.By the time she got in, he had already put on a shirt."It is so unlike you to be in the house by this time. No work today?" Lillian said as she placed the tray on the table in his room which was just opposite his bed. It contained his breakfast, properly covered, and a mug of coffee."I was about to go get ready when you all interrupted me.""Are you sure you're okay? You look terrible. Or is the workload at the office too much for you? You know I can always speak to your father." Lilian said as she stood before her son.Despite being in her early fifties, She radiated a lot of power, beauty, and prestige. She was indeed
"Go....Good morning, Sir." Cynthia stammered as she rose to her feet, upon sighting her Boss, Connor. "Update!!" He snapped at her. "The meeting with the Wahlia's. I tried to reschedule with them but they insisted that they would wait till you come." "They are in the conference room, Sir." "I'll see them in 15 minutes." "Okay, sir." "What else?" "Four calls came in for you. All very important Sir. I told them we would get back to them before the end of the day." The secretary said at a go. "I'll take them after the meeting." "Okay, sir." "Anything else?" "Miss Alicia said she had some really important stuff to discuss with you." "Tell her to fuck off." Connor was about to take his leave but stopped when her voice came through. "I tried to tell her Mr. Martin. I tried my best but She was able to get past your office while I was on call, attending to the clients." "You're fired!!!" Connor answered, resuming his steps. "Please Sir, Don't fire me." She took quick steps, run
Connor was meant to be at the house by 7:30 and since they didn't see him as promised, and neither was he picking up their calls, they started eating dinner without him.Halfway through their desert, the very familiar face graced them with his presence."Holy shit!" Nadia didn't realize how loud she said that when she saw her younger brother."What the heck?!" Lilian mumbled, dropping her cutlery."It's nothing. I'm fine. Sorry, I'm late." He mumbled, avoiding their eyes, then made his way over to the table, beside his sister. He drew out the chair for himself, sat comfortably then helped himself with a glass of water. Knowing all eyes were on him, he hoped the water would help in calming his nerves."This morning, it's a cut on your wrist and now you're home with a broken head. What the hell is going on, Connor?" Lilian literally said at the top of her voice."What's going on, Son?" Connor's father's voice came through when he said nothing."I'm fine. A car ran into me. I wasn't putt
"What the hell is wrong with you, Connor? Why will you lay your hands on a woman? I'm starting to think Dad is right about you. What the hell has come over you?! What the actual hell dude?""You're going to regret this!!" Connor directed at Nancy after which he stormed out of their sight.Seeing how scared she was, Nadia held one of her shoulders. "I'm sorry on his behalf. I really don't know what has come over him but he's going to apologize for his unruly behavior. I'm so sorry.""It's fine," Nancy mumbled."Thank you." Giving her a light squeeze, Nadia excused herself, running after her brother who was already entering his car.Just when she was losing hope, She knocked on the window, and luckily, her brother wound down."I know you hate everyone so much right now but for the sake of old times, can you spare me Five minutes?""I'm not in a good mood,Nadia""I know better than to lecture you now that you are not in a good mood. Just let me in. Please."After a second of silence, Con
After driving at a very high speed for the past one hour to nowhere in particular, Connor heaved a deep sigh, slowing down. Never has he had this kind of urge to go to the club but thinking about it, he was not in a good shape at all.His long sleeve shirt would do a perfect job in hiding the bandage on his wrist but the one on his head was just too visible. Paparazzi always got a good glimpse of him whenever he went into and out of the club and the last thing he wanted was to give them something huge to talk about. Before heading home, he had put everything in place to ensure that a word about the little accident was not heard and the last thing on his mind was to ruin everything.Taking another deep breath, not caring if it was late, he reached for his phone and dialed the second number on his call log."Where the fuck are you dude? I've picked some really hot chicks for you. You're going to love them. But where the hell are you? We are all waiting for you.""Can you keep your voic
EPILOGUETWO MONTHS LATER"Alice said you wanted to see me," Nadie said the moment she approached Nancy in the bedroom."What's wrong?" She started getting worried as she approached her where she was seated on the bed.She finally took a seat beside Nancy, looking into her eyes, she saw that she had cried.Nadie's heart sank. "What's wrong?" She couldn't help but get worried. They've all been happy and having fun since the first day of the trip. She couldn't help but wonder what went wrong now.Nancy sniffled, she reached for some items on the nightstand and handed them to Nadie whose face was instantly replaced with relief and a beautiful smile crept to her lips the moment she took a good look at them.There were three clear blue tests with positive results on the face of it."I just realized I haven't seen my period for two months and then this is the outcome of the test I took."Nadie couldn't help with the laughter that escaped her lips.Nancy glared at her. "Not funny Sis.""Sorr
"Guy!!!!! Are you even listening to what I'm saying?" Ivan freaked out because at this point, it was as if he was talking to himself as Connor kept chatting away on his phone with smiles all over his face."Sorry, I was...." He started to say, but stopped to stare at his best friend."What did you say again? I stopped following when you said the negotiations with Mr. Adam didn't go well.""Really? So I've been wasting my time?"Connor chuckled, "Sorry, I have to keep in touch with my babe.""When did you turn romantic? It's quite irritating.""Are you jealous right now?""No. It's just weird seeing you this way because of a woman. You've changed so much and you are all smiley. We made a vow to be womanizers and here you are, all loved up. What am I going to do without your company?""Get a woman!!""That's impossible. You know I can't stick to one woman.""Then don't ask me for advice again.""Come on, Connor. Be serious."Ivan sighed. "Is this really how it feels? To be in love?""No
The plan was to leave for California on Sunday evening but Connor got carried away with a lot of things that they ended up leaving Monday midnight.Straight from the airport where the driver picked them up, they went to Connor's private apartment. A luxurious two-bedroom apartment with the finest amenities and furniture which he owned for a year now without anyone's knowledge. Connor put Jayden to bed in the master bedroom after which he brought their luggage to the room and gave Nancy a tour of the apartment.While Nancy got acquainted with the place, Connor took a shower and got dressed since he had to be in the courthouse by 9:30"You just can't take your eyes off me, right?" He teased as he approached her, adjusting his tie."Why do you look so good in everything?"He smiled proudly, "I'm all yours so you are one hell of a lucky woman."She couldn't help but roll her eyes at him."If you keep doing that, I promise you that I'm not going to leave here.""Do you only think about se
"I don't mean to intrude but at this point, I feel it's good if we go straight to the point and not waste anybody's time.""Connor loves you and he wants you now more than ever. If you don't feel the same way about him, let him know and if you do, maybe you should just give him a chance.""I know you still love Connor and I've always liked you for him. He has changed now. I promise I'm gonna kill him with my bare hands if he messes up again."Nancy couldn't help with the smile that crept to her lips."Did he tell you to call me?""No. I haven't spoken to him since yesterday. I felt really at peace when you said Jayden loves him already. My brother deserves the best and you're the best.""Stop flattering me, Nadie.""Connor is a sweet guy. He has come to his senses and he's going to make you happy.""I'll think about it.""Promise?"Nancy chuckled, "Okay, you are sounding like Lenora now."Nadie laughed."I'm just obsessed with you both. You all have been through so much and I want you
"Hi, baby.""Dad? Where are you all?""At your uncle's place.""When did you decide that? I thought we all agreed to go together. This is just past 9 am. When did you all leave?""We left at 6. We didn't want to disturb you and your guest and we checked up on Jayden. He was still sleeping.""Were you aware of this? You knew before yesterday that Connor was going to come? I feel so betrayed right now.""I had no idea, my love.""I know you're mad at me but you really need this. You both need your space. Henry is not angry that you and Jayden are not here. He understands.""That's not the point, Dad."She heard her father sigh."I spoke to Connor. We talked at length.""So what now? You forgave him for ruining your daughter's life.""Don't try to pin anything on me to avoid your reality, Nancy. I saw and heard you both last night before you retired to your room with him.""It's obvious that your heart yearns for him and I'm not going to stand in the way no matter how I feel because this
"Why are you shy about this? There's no way you are going to avoid this conversation.""What now? You're into babies? I thought you don't like kids?""That was before. Jayden made me change my mind.""You don't expect me to believe that.""You should because it's the truth.""I love us together already.""Jayden looks so much like me and it just makes me curious to want to have a daughter with you. I'm hoping she's going to take after your appearance.""You just wanna get into my pants.""I know you know that's not true. Just prepare your mind because it's definitely going to happen.""For someone who is still trying to earn my trust, you seem too confident. Don't you think so?"Connor smiled shyly. "I don't know if that's a good or bad thing. But you should have it in mind that I can be quite persistent when it comes to what I want.""You don't have to feel uncomfortable about it. It's going to be when you are ready.""Mama, Dada, are you done kiss kiss?" The little voice came throug
"He's in my room. Let's go."With the help of his mommy, Jayden got down from the bed.He hurriedly put his feet into his Crocs. "Ready Mommy."Nancy chuckled, smiling down at her son's legs."You might want to correct that baby."Looking down at his feet, smiling shyly, Jayden changed the way he wore his shoes by putting each one on the correct leg.Once done, he intertwined his hand with his mother's own who was already on her feet.Then they both exited Jayden's room.The moment they got to Nancy's room, seeing that Connor was still sleeping, she quietly shut the door after they helped themselves in, and crouched towards Jayden whose eyes were glued to the person on the bed."That's my Dada?" He whispered, smiling, an act he learned from his uncles, Kylan and David whenever someone was sleeping.Nancy nodded. "You wanna go say Hi to him?""Dada is sleeping!" He whispered, making Nancy chuckle."He's been dying to see you so it's okay to wake him up. He's not going to be mad at you.
"This is not fair." She mumbled, trying to suppress a moan."What? Why do you say so?" He whispered, the desire in his voice not going unnoticed."What are you doing to me? You are meant to make me sleepy.""Oh, you are not sleepy?" He feigned innocence, still playing with her boobs under her dress."You're not being fair, Connor" She grumbled."Sorry my Queen, I'm trying to make you sleep in the best way I know. Or is there any other method you like that you intend to tell me of?""Connor!!!!" She groaned."Yes baby, I'm all yours. I love it so much when you call me by my name.""My room isn't soundproof?" She explained."So?""Don't be dumb, we are gonna wake everyone in the house. Jayden's room is next door.""What are you trying to tell me? Be direct. Don't go through corners." He said, applying pressure, and playing with her nipples."I'm not trying to tell you anything. You're the one distracting me." She moaned, trying to keep her voice low."Oh really? Tell me how baby?""Fuck
"She has everything to do with us. I know how much she humiliated me to stay away from you and in the end, you picked her over me."Connor grumbled, massaging his temple. "Please stop. I thought we settled this already.""Having uncomfortable conversations is part of it. I have to know what I'm into and what's to come. I see no ring on your finger but that's still not enough proof that you're done with her."Connor sighed."There's nothing between us, I promise you.""I only agreed to marry her to escape my responsibilities to you. I never loved her, nothing ever worked. We lived in the same house but we had different rooms and hardly saw each other. When she's home, I'm away on a business trip, when I'm home she's probably on tour or something.""I started the divorce process but got no strength to pursue it after that fucker agent told me that there was no baby and that you had moved on.""But lately, things between myself and her have been so crazy that I really got back into the p