LOGINNATHALIE’S POV 🍃–I can’t tell if I’m imagining the distance between us and Calix, or if it’s because he hasn’t gotten enough rest.It feels like Calix is growing distant from me.He hasn’t talked to me since he woke up.Is what he means that will get to know me all over again? Just like before, when he was so distant toward me, and then…I couldn’t help laughing a little.“Mommy?”I looked at Xander. Looking at him, I felt as though there was another pair of eyes looking at me.I cast a glance at Calix’s way.To my surprise, he was already looking at me, unsmiling, his eyes meeting mine steadily and unwaveringly.“Mommy, what’s so funny?”I back my gaze at Xander.“Yeah, you look happy.”I looked at Calix.“Mommy, your cheeks are red. I
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃–I lowered my hand and rested it on my thighs.I held my right wrist to stop from shaking.“Wh...what... are... you...”It felt like something was stuck in my throat.“Are you familiar with the name Brianna?” he asked. “Brianna Watson.”His deep voice wasn’t cold, I couldn’t tell that he wasn’t angry either.“Why... How... When... Did you...” All the things I want to say are blended together, leaving me unsure of how to start.I wasn’t sure if he noticed my nervousness and stammering, he still sat there waiting for my answer.“How did you know that name?” I responded with a question.“I... I don’t know. The name Brianna Watson just suddenly came to mind.” After explaining, he smiled, keeping his teeth hidden.The uneasiness left m
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃–I smiled sparingly. “Is that so?” was my only comment and reaction.I didn’t want to drag the conversation on this matter any further.“I really appreciate all the help you’ve given, most of all the effort you put in and making sure the area stays clean. Thank you so much.”“A small thing,” he laughed as he said it.I let out a small laugh. “For someone like you, the cleaning you do is such a big help and really tiring work. And the help you give is worth more than you know.”“To be honest, cleaning is really tiring. But when I think about how much it will reduce your burden and help Xander recover, my body’s pain doesn’t go away, but I feel happy and relieved.”I didn’t know what to say except, “Thank you.”The corner of one lip rose slightly before he continued eating the sandwich.“You’ve also gone through surgery, so please don’t overexert yourself working, particularly when doing cleaning chores. Your body needs rest too.” I spoke to him as a reminder.“I’ll
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃–My eyes blinked in succession looking at Calix.I’m wide awake now, yet it still feels unreal seeing him clean — Zander Calix Watson, born into extreme wealth and owner of several multibillion‑dollar businesses and corporations.“Uh, Nathalie… I don’t know how to cook. That’s one thing I can’t do. The food Xander eats has to be thoroughly cooked and nutritious,” he said, still sounding unsure.“Don’t worry about that,” I almost stammered as I said. “I’ll take care of the cooking. It’s still early for Xander to wake up. Do you want coffee or I’ll prepare breakfast for you first?”“I’d really like to eat breakfast along with you.”“I’ll make a light meal. You need to eat something before you sleep. Anyway,” I smiled and whispered. “So that I can at least also prepare delicious food for you.”“No broccoli?” in his tone, he really wanted to make sure.“No broccoli.
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃–When we had finished eating, I made sure to wash and clean everything we used for the meal, as Calix gently and thoroughly bathed Xander.Just as I finished, I saw Calix come out of the bathroom with Xander wrapped in his wardrobe.“Yoohoo~!” Xander said happily while raising both hands and smiling all over his face.“I’ll close the door.” I offered after they had left the kitchen.“Thank you!” Calix said cheerfully, and off they went to the sitting room.I went to the door and closed it.I was about to get my phone from my pajama pocket, but I was stopped when my gaze landed on Calix and Xander.They were sitting on washable foam play mats, Calix was dressing Xander in his sleepwear.They both looked so happy.I shifted my gaze away from them for a moment when my phone went off. I grabbed it quickly
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃–“Kiddo, remember to always wash your hands before eating,” I heard Calix remind Xander in a loving voice.“Yes, Uncle!”“And make sure the soap you use for washing hands has antibacterial, it cleans better and keeps germs away so you won’t get sick easily.”“Yes, Uncle!”After I put the food on the table, I looked at the two of them.Xander was standing on the chair while washing his hands and Calix was helping him.“Kiddo, this is how to wash your hands properly. Every finger, every nail, even the palm and the back of the palm should be clean.”Xander grinned delightedly as Calix guided him through the right steps of handwashing.After a few moments, they finished washing their hands, and Xander turned to me.He proudly raised both hands. “Mommy, look! My hands are so cl
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃-No sooner had the call ended than the door suddenly swung open.Two security guards came in, took me by the arm, and escorted me out to the emergency exit.Harrison’s secretary was waiting here, sitting in a wheelchair, while a male nurse pushed her and her leg was already bandag
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃-He fixed his stare on the sofa where Brianna was stretched out. “I intend to know your genuine motives where my daughter is concerned,” then his eyes bore into mine. “Do you deserve my trust, or do you deserve to be behind bars?”
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃-“Mommy!”Right after Harrison ended the call, we both turned to Sapphire after he called me.Sapphire ran to me. The moment she neared, Tyler stood and took a step back.“Mommy, what happened to you? Why do you h
NATHALIE’S POV 🍃-When we arrived at the hospital, and after we got into the ambulance, Harrison and I were still in wheelchairs.As soon as we stepped inside the hospital, specifically into the lobby, we immediately noticed a considerable number of people already pre







