Astrid let out a sigh of relief as soon as she left her father’s office. She glanced at the butler, who was standing outside the room before sprinting to the living room.“Miss, you can’t run in the hallway.”‘Stop me if you can!’ Astrid screamed inside her head. She was in a hurry. After all, Caleb must have left despite her telling him to wait. ‘I won’t forgive that guy if he’s fooling around while dating Sierra.’“Caleb!” I yelled when I saw him heading to the door. “Hey, I told you to wait.”“That’s uncle for you, Astrid.” Caleb stopped and turned to her with a blank expression on his face. It was the usual Caleb Astrid knew of. He was cold and ruthless, someone who wouldn’t hesitate to shoot a bullet at someone else’s head if he felt like it. Such a dangerous man was her only friend, making her anxious.“What did you do to Sierra?” Astrid ignored his remark and asked him what she wanted to know right away. “I know you’re not the ‘kind’ person as what the children described you. I
“Mom! Gabby’s throwing his bottle.”Sierra stopped sewing and went to check on Gabby. “Honey, what’s up with you today?” She stared at the baby, who just giggled at the sight of her.“Do you miss me, huh?” Sierra smiled as she rubbed the tip of her nose on Gabby's cheeks.Gabby started making small grunting noises as if he were trying to talk but couldn't quite find the words yet. He grabbed onto Sierra's arm and looked deep into her eyes, as if he wanted something from her she could not give right away.“Hm. What is it?”Then it dawned on Sierra that maybe all Gabby wanted was some cuddles! So, without hesitation, she obliged. Sitting down on the sofa, she laid him on her lap, showering him with kisses while tickling his feet lightly with her fingers until he let out a long satisfied sigh.“Oh! Do you want hugs?”Sierra smiled when Gabby responded with a sweet giggle. “Oh, boy. You’re so adorable!”“How about me?” Paris asked while standing in front with a pout. “Am I adorable too?”
“Miss, the guest has arrived.”Astrid nodded her head and stared at her face in the mirror. She was wearing expensive jewelry and a designer’s dress.Astrid nodded her head and stared at her face in the mirror. She was wearing expensive pieces of jewelry and a designer’s dress.Astrid was the only daughter of a billionaire and a mafia princess. Growing up, she had lived in luxury her entire life. Her father, Jacob Smith, was an influential business tycoon who owned several properties in the city. The family enjoyed a luxurious lifestyle with all the extravagant things that money could buy. Astrid was used to having whatever she wanted and had grown accustomed to being pampered by her parents and spoiled by her nanny, Marie.Despite all the wealth that surrounded her, Astrid lack something. A friend. She was like a lost lamb in a grassland until she met Sierra. Her mother’s mafia background affected Astrid's social life. She was worried she'd drag anyone in danger when she gets close t
Oliver stopped on his track. He stared blankly at the road while waiting for the green light before crossing the street. He just came back from Sierra’s apartment. After investigating, he found out what happened to Sherly. He couldn’t believe it, so he rushed to Sierra’s place. His world crumbled when the latter confirmed the news.Clenching his fists, Oliver shut his eyes as he tilted his head up. He was trying to calm himself down when droplets of water hit his face. It started slow and eventually; the rain poured hard. Oliver didn’t mind the rain. In fact, he needed it to bind himself to reality. The news about Sherly’s death was something he didn’t expect. All this time, he thought she was just living fine somewhere. Knowing that she was already gone and would never come back, Oliver found it hard to believe.“Why?” He mumbled. Warm liquid coming from his eyes streamed down his face. Oliver felt his heart clench as he desperately remembered the last conversation he had with Sherl
Caleb opened the door to Sierra’s apartment. It’s been a few minutes, but Sierra has said nothing ever since he fetched her from the hospital along with the kids.Caleb was in a meeting with his subordinates when he received a call from Austin. The latter informed him about a man visiting Sierra. Austin said it was not Mason Bennett, so Caleb became more worried. After all, he knew he wasn’t the only one who was fascinated by Sierra’s face, especially when there used to be three of them with the same. Without further ado, he ended the meeting and went back to the apartment, only for Sierra to ask him to watch the kids while she ran outside in the rain with an umbrella.After what happened the night Mason came to Sierra’s place unannounced, Caleb ordered Austin to keep watch 24/7. Thanks to that, he could make sure Sierra and the kids were safe if he wasn’t around. After all, Austin was one of his most reliable men. “Austin, what happened?” Caleb asked as soon as the other answered th
The weather outside was so nice enough to make Astrid feel bad for not being allowed to leave. She sighed as she leaned her chin on her palm placed by the window. She had been thinking of a way to get out and her only option was to ask Caleb for help. After all, Caleb was the only one in the family who had the guts to go against her parents.However, Astrid was worried Sierra was still not in the mood to hang out. When she was watching over the kids for her the other day, she noticed the unfinished dresses in the corner where Sierra worked. Coming to visit her again might not be the best option she could do to help her. On the other hand, she could volunteer to watch over the kids while Sierra was working, although this option may not be available, given that Caleb recently became Sierra’s neighbor.“Hah! How obsessed. He could have to bring her in his place instead,” Astrid mumbled to herself, referring to Caleb’s unexpected actions and decisions when it comes to Sierra. “To think I’
Sierra threw her arms overhead and stretched as she yawned. She checked the time on the clock. Her eyes glistened with joy. “I’m finally done!”It took her longer than she expected to finish the orders she received. She was not only excited to get paid for them but also to have a few days’ breaks and be with the children.‘It’s only 1 in the afternoon. I should inform the clients about their orders. They said they’d come to pick them up so…’ Sierra left her seat and went to the kitchen for a glass of water.“Ah! That was nice,” she mumbled before washing the glass and letting it dry.Sierra went back to the living room to get her phone. She grabbed the small notebook on the side where she wrote down the client’s contact number. She started calling them one after another, informing them they could pick up their order anytime now.“Thank you! Please drop by at the address given anytime to pick up your dress. Have a nice day,” Sierra said to the last client she called. When the call ende
Sierra handed the boxes with dresses she made for her clients. Although the men looked scary, she couldn’t just let them stand outside. With the help of her landlady, who was amused by her reaction, Sierra entertained the clients one by one.“Thank you for your order. I hope your wife will like it,” she said as she handed the box. Sierra turned around to find more boxes were still waiting to be claimed.“Thanks, Miss. We’re very sorry for scaring you earlier.”Sierra smiled slightly with a red face. She didn’t want to hear it again in embarrassment. “Haha! That was really unexpected. Thanks for your understanding.” Sierra nodded at the man and watched him exit the door. A few moments later, another man came in.“Please have a seat. May I know under what name your order is?” Sierra checked the list while waiting for the man to reply.“It’s for Celia—”A loud thud interrupted the man’s response. Sierra frowned as she turned to see what had happened. Her eyes softened when she saw Caleb.