Chloe pulled the little body toward her, holding him tightly in her chest as her heart throbbed in fear.
However, in a haste move to save him, Chloe's feet slipped and she fall flat on her back.A knock of air just forced out of her chest and for a good second everything was dark before her eyes.She lay there on her back, still holding the little boy tight to her chest. Even after she fall, Chloe did not lose her grip on him. It's an instinct she grew over the years after losing something so close to her heart. Her only hope of light.The place was pin dropped silent around for a split second. Soon, hasty footsteps and screams of a name made the place chaotic.Chloe sat up, still holding the baby boy in her arms. The little boy turned to her and that stopped her breath for the time being.He seemed around three years old. His gorgeous golden eyes were curiously watching her. Chloe's heart clenched tightly. Seeing this little boy, took her back to her dreaded past, where she craved something like this in her arms."You okay?" Her tone was softer and her eyes turned teary for no reason. The pain in her back vanished just by watching the little boy.The boy stared at her blankly. But those eyes still hold the curiosity in them.A few seconds later, he answered with a single nod. But enough for Chloe to be relieved.The boy still watching her. His golden eyes were so much dull than other children of his age.While watching him closely, His features felt so familiar. But before Chloe could think about it, a cold voice grabbed her attention."How dare you!?" It was Alexander. Followed him a few servants, including his Assistant and butler.After kicking her out of the mansion, Alexander didn't feel like eating anymore and went to find his son. However, he only find his nanny talking on her phone and his son wasn't around!Dark thoughts coursed through his heart as he hastily started searching for Leonor, ordering the maids to lock that nanny in a room for him to deal with later.However, Leonor was nowhere in the whole mansion until the guard informed him, that new woman had once again entered the mansion and had been seen with the little master beside the pool.The news proved true and his already ruined mood turned distraught at the scene.He stepped forward and snatched away the little boy from Chloe. For a second, her chest emptied. The same feeling of loss crept into her, squeezing her heart. However, just like before, she was helpless.Alex stood straight. "Report her to the police. She tried to kidnap my son!"His cold tone fell as he turned around to walk away.On the other side, Chloe was still sitting on the ground. Her mind was jammed and she does not know how to react to this situation. Now she realised why the little boy's features were so familiar! He is a carbon copy of his father!But wait! What did he just say?! Kidnap? And her?Chloe "...."She was rendered speechless.This man is proving his evilness in each action! For God's sake, she just saved him! And now, his evil father is forcefully blaming her as a kidnapper!Is that how people get paid after helping now-a-days? Or this man just doesn't know how to show gratitude!?Alexander on the other hand was furious. He did not bother about the intruder. He wouldn't even stop, but when he did not earn any response from his butler or Assistant. Frowning, Alex turned around and watched them staring at that dumb woman still.Their eyes were wide in shock. They have witnessed an unusual that turned them speechless at this point."Don't you hear what I said?" He is turning even more furious. How dare they ignore his command!?Butler Daniel composed himself first and turned his gaze to his master, still baffled."Master, didn't you notice?" He asked, doubtfully. Didn't he notice the unusual behaviour of little master? How could that be!? Does hatred make him so blind?Alexander's frown deepened. "What do you..." Alex could not complete his words and paused when Leonor forcibly slipped from his arms and ran toward the woman beside the pool.Chloe has lost her all hopes by then. Now, it's only her time to count death. She has never thought of her but her mother only. Because of her stupid fate, her mother and only family need to suffer.As she was drowned in her sorrows with no way out, suddenly, she was hugged by a pair of little arms.Blinking, she turned aside to once again be welcomed by those golden eyes. They seemed less dull at this moment while watching her."Mama." The only word Leonor muttered. Clear and Evident, making everyone freeze on their feet.Chloe did not know how to react at this point. She stared at the little guy, staring at his expectant little face to get something in return. But, what could someone like her give him in return? And why even he called her mama!?Her eyes darted up to the man, whose cold gaze was enough to freeze her to death. Her eyes roamed to the others and their expressions were similar to her. Shocked...Chloe turned her gaze down again to the boy. "I... I am not your mama." She muttered the truth. But, why does it hurt so bad? She is just stating the fact! Why does it feel like her heart is ripped to think this boy is misunderstood?But, no answer in return.A glimpse of sadness crossed in those clear golden eyes. His little heart broke and that made Chloe so devastatedly uncomfortable.She hold his face and kissed his little nose. Can't help herself to engulf what she craved for years. That guilt of times, she can't go through that again."But, you can call me, mama." She stated, not realising what she is doing, or what would happen in the next second. Chloe just can't break the little guy's heart.Sorrows were gone and his golden eyes gleamed again. He is allowed to call her Mama! The excitement in Leonor's little heart was like fireworks.As Chloe and Leonor were drowned in their own moments, the people around them were rendered speechless. And the most affected one was Alexander himself.Yes, it's natural for a child to build trust in a person who saved them, but it's not usual in Leonor's case.He is diagnosed with a rare condition of autism. Haphephobia. This is so extreme that Leonor does not like human contact. He lives in himself and the only person who could touch him is his father. Well, that is until now, before that strange woman walked into the mansion...Chloe Looked around, subconsciously fidgeting with the bronze ring on her thumb. It was from her mother. No special memory behind, yet it means a lot to her because it's from her mother. She turned her gaze to the little boy again. He seemed very comfortable beside her as he is playing without any worries. Just right on the opposite, sitting the cold Duke. Well, evil could be the best word to describe this man. He is staring at the unwanted guest. Well, mostly at the scene, where his only son is leaning toward her and playing with his blocks. As a father, his heart screamed happily at this situation, but as a man, Alex is ridiculously annoyed! Why her!? Why it has to be this woman Leonor reacted to!? All he wanted to do is throw out this woman from his place. He does not want any sort of wife in his life! Especially, when his grandfather is forcing one on him! He was even successful, however, his son decided to betray him at such a crucial time! "Why did you return?" Alex asked t
"Who is she?" Alexander glanced up at both Butler Daniel and Private Ast. Cameron. For the second time, his cold heart is curious about a woman. Well, it could be said as the first time because the previous one was a scheme against him, which he did not want to recall. Under the Duke's cold glare, both Daniel and Cameron were distressed. Cameron lowered his head. "I wasn't aware of the lady, director." Alexander's eyes slowly landed on Daniel who seemed a little nervous. He wasn't acknowledged either until the elder master called this morning. "Master, I wasn't aware either. The elder master called me this morning and let me know about the lady. I only know that she is the daughter of Harper Evans, one of the noble families in Iquarayon." Daniel replied respectfully. Alex turned his chair and looked out of the huge French window in his private office. The surprise reaction of Leonor is still hard to get. Could it be because she saved him from falling into the pool? "A daughter o
Chloe Looked down at the paper that was placed in front of her. The bold letters 'RULES OF THE ROSSI MANSION' was written at the top. Her eyes dropped further down as she saw some marked sentences there. She looked up at Stuard Daniel. Just after waking up the next morning, she certainly did not expect a sheet of rules to pop up before her eyes. Realising her confusion, Daniel started explaining, "Young Mistress, this is the must abide rules of this mansion, selected by the master himself. He wants you to sign the contract and stay here beside little master." Chloe did not ask anything immediately. She turned her head to the side to watch the little fellow playing with some puzzles alone. As if nothing matters to him other than those pieces of the puzzle. A very adoring child who certainly has shown a glimpse of violence that still is chasing her mind to learn. The incident was still unbelievable for Chloe. She pursed her lips and turned her gaze back to Daniel. "May I ask why h
Chloe's whole day was with the little fellow always. And she liked the idea of his company. While spending time with him, she realised that Leonor is a self-dependent child. He does his own work accordingly. From wearing his clothes to keeping his toys in check. But, when it's time to eat, Chloe takes the initiative to feed him with her hands and Leonor gladly accepted that. Daniel "...." Before little master would never let anyone touch his food and eat by himself after his father put them on his plate. And now? This drastic change has startled the people of the mansion. Specially Daniel. He has been trying to get close to this little guy for last three years and all he did is ignore him like a disease. His old heart was a bit envious and relieved at the same time. He brought out his phone and clicked a photo of the scene and send it to his master. Alexander was in the courtesy lunch with the other dukes. His phone vibrated with a text. He unlocked the screen and immediately his
Two days passed by and Chloe's life with little Leonor was actually went so well. With time, their closeness grew and they were more comfortable with each other now. Specially, Leonor. He does not get shy to take a bath before her anymore. And he started getting more dependent on her. With the little master in a good mood always, Daniel and the other servants are also happy. They started liking their new Mistress from the heart. She does not only takes care of Leonor but even greets them every time they meet. On the other hand, Chloe was relieved for Las two days as she did not have to meet the cold man. Even though his indifferent behaviours were genetically transferred to his son, at least with her, Leonor is different. At least, he understands she is not harmful to them! However, sometimes, she also feels bad for the little Leonor. Now, he spends time with her. But, when she wasn't here, it was only his father. It seems like, he is not with him always and that means, his life w
The next day, while feeding little Leonor, Chloe's phone started ringing. She looked at it and almost gasped in horror. It was Melissa calling her! Just last night she thought to call her and this morning, she is calling her that in front of forbidden people! She cut the call and again started feeding Leonor when her phone started ringing again, making her almost curse Melissa in the head. Her eyes quietly turned to Daniel, who was standing at one side, curiously staring at her phone. When their eyes met, he smiled, "Young Mistress, why don't you pick up the call? Maybe you are needed for that person?" Forcing a smile, Chloe picked up the call. "Hmm... I am calling you a little later." Saying, she cut the call without hesitation, not letting Melissa utter a word. And thankfully, Melissa did not call again. However, a text dinged in her phone once and everything turned silent. After feeding the little fellow, Chloe took him to his playroom and sat beside him. She carefully observ
A few days later... "I just don't understand what you are doing!? Miss Isabelle, you need to get your lazy ars on the floor and clear your mess! Today the new owner of this exquisite Art Gallery is coming to pay a visit and if anything goes wrong, I swear I will make you pay for everything that he would tarnish!" The supervisor of Adronet, Kelly Reynolds threatened Chloe. Keeping her head lowered, Chloe only heard the rude and cold words of her supervisor. It's been three days since she joined her dream place as the caretaker of the high-class paintings. And from the very first day, she became the poison of Kelly's eyes! It seems like, she would pick up any small reason just to insult her. However, Suppressing her inner anger, Chloe accepted everything. How could she not? This place Adornet, she wanted to be here from the bottom of her heart and when she got the chance, she can not let it go. "What!? Why are you standing like a statue!? Did you hear me?" Kelly snapped at her and s
"Agh!" Chloe gasped. More than pain, she is startled at the sudden incident. Ethan immediately ran toward her. "Oh, Lord. You alright?" He hold her by the shoulder and helped her to stand up. But the sudden fall made her legs numb and she stumbled again. Ethan was close to her and helped genuinely. However, none of them noticed how intimate the scene became. But, people standing in the distance noticed well enough. "Chloe Isabelle!"A High pitched and somewhat nervous tone of Kelly immediately parted them away. Kelly's heart almost ripped apart at the sight. The man she adores is so close to that bloody witch! How could she tolerate that!?Both their heads snapped in that direction. And Chloe regretted her reaction right away when her eyes fell on the very cold man beside Kelly. "Oh!" Unlike his boss, Cameron couldn't help his reaction and gasped at the sight of the woman. With the uniform, it was clear that she works here! And that made Chloe more helpless as she immediately low