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Confusion is plaguing my being. Who could be here at this time?

"I'll get it," With that, I was about to rise up from my place, but before I could, Elena beat me up.

"Ma'am I'll get it,"

Yes, Elena doesn't call me by my name in front of others. I have tried to convince her quite a few times that it's alright to call me by my name, not only when we are alone, but when we are with others too. But every time she bluntly refuses me, it is clear that she wasn't so fond of the idea.

I know she fears Sandra's reaction and I don't blame her at all for that. If there is one common thing both mother and son cannot abide, it is lack of discipline. Somewhere I still think Sandra wouldn't really care who anyone addressed me, but that's just me.

Xavier lifted himself from his place after he was done with his dinner. He had hardly taken two steps when Elena sauntered in, but this time she was accompanied by someone. I couldn't get a clear view of her face as Elena was blocking her view.

My breath hi