Semua Bab Chasing Athena (ENGLISH): Bab 41 - Bab 50

"Mommy, is there something wrong?" Aaron asked when he noticed my sudden silence. I quickly turned to him and shook my head in response to his question."Nothing, sweetheart. Mommy's okay—just thinking about something," I said to keep him from worrying.The two of us were in my room, practicing for the performance we’ll be doing on Family Day. I came home to rest, but I couldn’t sleep because I kept thinking about what Lauren said earlier, which left me feeling uneasy.I’m scared of her threat because at any moment, Sir Zach might find out about Aaron. I don’t know how Lauren learned about it. I have no idea how that kind of news reached her. But I suspect someone told her. I’m still confused, but more than anything, I feel fear and worry for my child’s safety."Sweetheart, Mommy needs to tell you something… but I hope you won’t get mad," I said."Okay, Mommy. What is it?" he replied and sat beside me.I was nervous, but he needed to know the truth about his father. I didn’t want to o

I couldn't believe that Sir Zach actually had a sibling because I thought he was the only child of the Montero family, but it turns out he wasn't. But who could the sibling be? Could they be here right now, which is why they're talking about it?I became curious about who that person was. Suddenly, everything I learned yesterday slipped my mind, and I became more interested in finding out who they're referring to as his sibling.After making my coffee, I left the pantry and headed back to the office to start working. But then I realized, it's the end of August today, and tomorrow will start a new month. The family day event is also coming up soon."Athena..." I immediately looked up when someone called my name. It was just Miss Lena."Yes, Miss Lena? Do you need something from me?" I asked as she approached my direction."Sir Zach is calling for you in his office, ASAP," she said, which surprised me.Has his board meeting finished already? It's still early to be seeing him today."Ah,

"Now, tell me. Why you're crying earlier?"I didn’t answer and instead moved a little away from him. Does he really have to ask that—even here in the elevator?"Miss Sandoval—""Sir, I'm okay. You don’t need to worry. Your brother didn’t do anything wrong to me," I cut him off, though there was a hint of irritation in my voice."That was the first time I saw you crying," he said."And it’s not for you to worry about," I replied directly, which left him silent.Suddenly, the elevator stopped and the doors opened—but it turned out there were just people getting in. About five of them entered. Most of them were talking among themselves, so they didn’t even notice Sir Zach’s presence inside."Did you see what happened earlier in the lobby?" said a woman with short hair.Two women and three men had entered the elevator. Judging by their IDs and conversations, I assumed they were from the Finance Department. I had once shared an elevator ride with one of the guys before."Oh, you mean what

Impossible, I can't believe what I just found out.How could it be Alexander? W-Why? I don’t know, it’s all so confusing, I’m so confused.“Are you sure, son, that it was really him who gave that?” I asked while looking in Alexander’s direction.“Yes, Mommy, I clearly remember him. It was really him, Mommy,” Aaron answered with certainty.He seems to be telling the truth, and I don’t think he has any reason to lie to me.“Why, Mommy? Do you know him?” Aaron asked, which left me speechless.What should I say? Should I tell him the truth?“I-I don’t know him, son. Let’s go,” I replied, taking his hand again.We started walking toward the elevator, but I did everything I could to avoid being seen by Alexander. I didn’t want him to see my son, and I didn’t want him to find out that Aaron is my child. I wanted to talk to him and ask how he met my son. But maybe now isn’t the right time or place to bring it up, especially with Aaron here.“Mommy, why are we taking this elevator?” Aaron aske

“Son, did you forget anything at home?” I asked Aaron while we were already halfway on the way to school.“No, mommy. I already packed my things last night,” he answered. I smiled—my son was clearly prepared since last night. He was obviously excited for the event later.“Don’t worry, Athena. Your son is even more prepared than the two of us,” Aunt Rosa said, making me laugh.Today is the day the family day will be held. I’m somewhat excited, but at the same time nervous about what Aaron and I will do later. Maybe it’s because I’m afraid we might embarrass ourselves. But I think I can manage to perform later in front of a lot of people.When the three of us arrived at the school, we headed straight to the gym where the event would take place. Many people were already there, preparing at their respective spots. You could really see the joy and excitement on their faces and in their eyes.“Good morning, Teacher Eva,” I greeted with a smile Aaron's teacher as we arrived at grade 1 area.