Chapter 57

Vanessa

I know Dominic gave me a heads up of what to expect at the orphanage, but it’s still overwhelming.

Even with that, it’s nothing I can’t handle. The children are all lovely and of course, the little ones are very adorable, especially when they cling into me.

50 f

far, I’ve read a few books to them and they always seem to want more.

As for Carmella, I’ve barely seen her around and each time that have, she’s just standing at a distance, taking pictures. I really don’t know what she’s here for and I can’t believe she actually convinced Dominic that she wants to be here because of the children. Is he really that blinded by her?

While I’m in the middle of reading another book to the children outside, I spot Carmella again, taking more pictures and changing the scenery. I shouldn’t even be pay attention to her. She’s none of my concern, so I look back at the book and finish reading.

Despite how long I’ve been doing this, I’m still so enthusiastic about it and at the end, I say, “And they lived happily ever aftert

Everyone gives a round of applause, except the little girl in my arms. I only started holding her not too long ago.

“What’s wrong, sweetie?” I ask, my voice gentle.

“Is Mr Richards really not able to visit us today?” she asks, her voice and big eyes filled with longing.

“He really can’t make it today.” I smile.

I look around as I once again tell them he’ll be here another day, and they all have these gloomy faces.

I’ve noticed just how much all these children love Dominic. He’s done so much for them and he still is. He’s even paying their school bills and spends time with them whenever he can. The joy he brings to them is undeniable. I hate to admit it but I’m even more certain of the fact that he’ll be a great father.

my dad. I still excuse myself but it’s not so

talk for long because the

the other end of the line. “I hear the children’s excitement in the background. I was

you really alright? You’re coughing again.”

fun with the

with a sigh. Had his cough really been something

with that, I return to the children, joining a different group this

with them and there’s a lot on the menu to be prepared. I’m already so into it

menu has everything and looks so healthy,” I

is, she replies. “Mr Richards always makes sure everyone here

the gardeners say the same thing about just how much he cares for the children and I

to serve the food, the children

the same time, Carmella struts in while striking a pose for her phone,

try to mind their own business, because according to everyone here, she’s my friend. To be honest, I’m actually embarrassed that this is how she’s conducting herself.

far away. Also, I know that

comes right to the front and stands next to me since I’m right

embarrassing yourself, I whisper to her with

fake smiling

even lined up yet, smiles as he nudges her by pulling on her dress, and she

she says, twisting her face in

and rush to pick up Billy, who looks up at Carmella

I assure him, gently touching

wipes his tears

her and she seems to have no regrets about what she just did, even when the others are looking

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255