Carson rushed to Gary's side, his eyes wide with worry. “What happened?” He asked, his voice full of concern. Gary hiccuped, trying to catch his breath. "What’s wrong?” Lydia couldn’t help but ask also.“Well, I overheard Marian yelling at Gary that he should avoid Khloé since she’s sick, so he wouldn’t be infected. I think that’s the reason he’s crying,” Anny said.“Oh no,” Lydia said, her heart sinking, “Marian yelled at Gary? That's horrible! Why would she even do that?” “I know,” Carson said, his expression grim. “But we need to keep in mind that Marian is just trying to do what she thinks is best. She's probably just worried about Khloé’s health, and she doesn't want anyone else to get sick.” Carson said. “I know, but still," Lydia said, her brow furrowed. “She shouldn't have yelled at Gary like that. He's just a kid.” She turned to Gary as she stroke his hair,“And why would Marian say that?” Lydia asked, her voice firm. “You can't catch Khloé’s illness. It's not contagi
Every individual in the house sat at the dining table, having their meal.As they ate, Lydia couldn't stop thinking about Gary and Khloé. She kept picturing Gary’s sad face when Marian yelled at him, and it made her heart ache. “Lydia, I’ve thought about this for long and I’ve finally made a decision,” Carson said and Lydia paused, paying attention to what he had to say.“Well, I want to enroll Khloé in the same school as Gary, isn’t that a great idea?” Carson smiled.“That's a great idea!” Lydia said, her face lighting up. “It would be so good for them to be in the same school. They could have lunch together, and they could play at recess. And it would open Gary up to other friends!” Carson said, his eyes bright. “It would be so good for them both. I think they'd really enjoy it.” A smile spread across Lydia's face, but she didn't say anything. She could only nod. She smiled inwardly, knowing Carson had Khloé’s interest at heart.Marian stared at Lydia in disgust, she felt like
Lydia had rushed into the kitchen, as she didn't want to go into her room. Khloé was there, and if Khloé saw her cry, she would know. She tried to tell herself that she was a strong woman. Someone who can't be easily affected, but isn't true. She isn't a bold woman. She can be easily affected, so she burst into tears.Marian's words kept hitting her badly that she wished Carson had never told her about his plans to take Khloé to Gary's School. Calling her homeless? This was the worst blow she had received since George abandoned her years ago for some silly reason.Anny walked in with the dishes, “Lydia, please don't take Marian's words to heart. She can be annoying sometimes. Just let it go”Lydia sniffed as she raised her hands from her palms, “Ma'am Anny, I don't know… I think… I think I should leave” her words coming out with hiccups as she was trying to calm herself but nothing was working. Her eyes were glassy, tears stained her face and her nose was red. She just kept on shak
Marian had taken Gary to school already when Khloé woke up. “Mom, where's Gary?” She asked the moment she walked out of her room. She met ma'am Anny and Lydia discussing something.“Gary had gone to school. You'll be resuming school next week since you're still under treatment” Lydia replied as she called for Khloé to come to her. She touched her head to feel her temperature, then her neck. “But I'm fine now Mom” Khloé explained. She wanted to go with Gary. She promised the boy she'll go with him. It was supposed to be their first day at school together. “I know. You'll have to be done with your drugs first. Trust me” “But—” “Uncle Carson bought those drugs and it's expensive, Khloé" Khloé gulped before she nodded, “I'll take it. I'll take everything” “Good,” Lydia replied.“Your food's on the dining table” Lydia instructed and Khloé made her way to the dining. “Hello ma'am, there's someone here to see Mr. Carson” the security man came in to inform them “Oh, Mr. Carson has go
“Attorney! You cannot tell me what to say and not to say!” “I am your lawyer. You have to do as I say. Whatever you say, would be used against you in court. You can't just go about saying what comes to your mind, Mr. Marcus,” Carson yelled. “I am innocent!”“And I know that” Carson barked back. This particular client was the same person he had been discussing his issue with Nick. He cannot understand why this man doesn't want to listen.Of course, Marcus is innocent but his words… His anger is getting the best of him and if he doesn't keep his mouth shut, it might just lead him to eighteen months in prison.They both sat down back on their chairs and they breathed hard. They've been having the argument for the longest time now. The man just keeps letting his anger take over.“Trust me, if you don't keep your anger in check, we'll lose the case and it will be all your fault. I have never lost a case, do not let your case be the first I'll be losing” Carson stood up, and arranged the
“Good evening, Carson, you're pretty late,” Lydia said with a smile as she walked up to the man who had just stepped into the house. “Hm,” he replied as he handed over the briefcase to Lydia, who took it immediately. She could smell alcohol but more of a woman on him. She wondered if he had met up with someone.She looked up at him, she knows the smell so well because her husband is an expert in that field. There is no way she wouldn't know that the man had been with a woman.She moved backward, it wasn't her place to discuss such issues with him, so she buried it immediately. “Do you want to have your bathe now before you eat, or would you like to eat first?” She asked. When Carson didn't reply to her, she said, “Actually, everyone has gone to sleep. I was waiting for you, so I could get you something to eat before you sleep. That's the reason I am asking, should I heat the food?” Her eyes stared squarely at Carson. “Okay, I'll like that, thank you” he replied before going to his
“And what?” George asked as he landed her another slap, causing her to fall to the ground. “You think you're smart, I've told you times without number, Lydia. A woman's world is in the bedroom and the kitchen. You don't listen, do you?” Lydia crawled backward as George made his way further towards her. The marks of his fingerprinted clearly on her cheek. Tears continued to roll down her cheeks, “Do you think you can come to my office as you like it, huh?” He barked as he kicked her harshly.“I'm sorry” she murmured softly as she whimpered, but he ignored her apology. “Tell me why you came to my house. Tell me now!” “I… I… wanted to bring… you food”. George held Lydia by the chin and raised her face to look at him, “Really? To give me food…” he pushed her hard, causing her to fall backwards again. He went to squat in front of her, “This should be the last time you'll step your feet in my office, else, you'll eat your own flesh!” ****Knock****Lydia snapped out of her thought,
“Is something going on here?” Carson asked as he stepped out of his study with the tie in one hand and his briefcase in the other.“No” Marian quickly answered before Lydia could even open her mouth. Lydia looked at her with amusement dancing in her eyes. She could clearly see how the girl was looking down as she bit her lower lip. A wide smile spread on her lips, “Lydia?” Carson called with a raised brow, “Did something happen?” He asked and Marian snapped her head to look at Lydia. She could see the girl begging desperately with her eyes, making her wonder whether Carson knows the hidden feelings of his employee for him. “No, nothing” Lydia replied with a grin. When Carson opened his mouth wanting to ask more about it, she walked closer to him,“Let me help you with your tie” She took the tie from Carson and helped him knot it. As she works on it, Carson stared at her, still amused at how someone this beautiful was being maltreated by her husband. “About today…” he drawled and