CEO Leo’s Baby Mama Is Back

Chapter 98 What she wantsContent bel0ngs to Nôvel(D)r/a/ma.Org.

DARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.

Breathing heavily as she stared out at the early morning sky, Darby sipped on her black coffee. She didn’t know why she chose to subject herself to such uninteresting caffeine but then the heart want what it wants. It was a bit late when she returned to the house with her mother. Leo had waited for her, Sinclair was already asleep by the time they returned. Maureen who had been waiting up anxiously for Emma was forced to retire to bed when the latter didn’t say a word to her.

She and Leo on the other hand got to act normal with each other. Even though Leo obviously wanted to discuss more on why they had argued in the first place, Darby was over it and she didn’t want to be dragged to the past again. It has been a long couple of weeks and all she wants to do is rest and get back to the pile of orders from clients awaiting her at the fashion house. Drumming her nail on the side of the cup, she hummed absentmindedly. Isabella stepped out of the room, yawning loudly as she made her way towards Darby.

“Early morning meditation?” She questioned exhaling next to her.

Darby hummed, “I doubt if there can be any calm in this head of mine, so many things run through it every now and then.”

“You need to rest for real, Darby. You have been up and about for weeks. Sometimes I wonder where you get so much energy from.” Said Isabella.

“I amuse myself most times.” She laughed.

“What really happened with your mum yesterday? I saw her running off but I was too tied up with Sinclair to go after her.”

“That man from yesterday was the one I lived with for eighteen years as my father. Turns out he is nothing short of a manipulator. Mum got overwhelmed and she couldn’t stand his presence any longer, she just had to run which is very understandable.”

“I see where you got the trait of strength from. Your mother sure has had to endure a whole lot, but she still stands up strong in the end. That’s quite a lot.”

“What doesn’t kill us obviously makes us stronger right.”

“Definitely.”

“I will like to do a quick run on the thread mill. I need to look very fit for this new guy I met during class.” Isabella cooed.

Darby gasped dramatically, she had been wondering why Isabella seem more keen on getting her exercise in. It’s obvious there was a reason after all. “So, who is he?”

“A crush, don’t get too ahead of yourself. I might end up not feeling him that much. He is the one who holds our online psychology classes. A young professor and hot looking at that. Our first physical meeting is coming up in two weeks and I just want to look my best.”

“That’s really nice no doubt. I hope you both would get to kick it off easily. I guess it’s time for me to get another nanny.”

Isabella face fell as she turned to Darby. “What do you need another nanny for?”

Darby smiled as she walked closely to her. “The both of us deserve to live a fun filled life. I’m sure you don’t intend to be a nanny for the rest of your life. Since there are professionals whose career line is being a nanny, we can hire one and get to do whatever we want. Don’t you think it’s a great idea?” She nudged her playfully in the rib.

Isabella grinned from ear to ear. “If you put it like that, it does sound really great. Let’s find one then.” The giggled like teenagers holding onto each other’s hands.

“You both seem to be having so much fun.” Maureen said behind them in a gruff voice as she sat at the dining table.

“Hey, aunt. How was your night?” Darby said in a singsong voice pulling out a chair to sit next to her.

“Terrible. It felt like I was being haunted by your mother’s protective spirit. I hope she would know for sure that I didn’t mean any harm keeping that truth away from her. Emma is the sister that I never had. And it has been beautiful moments with her. I don’t want to end up losing her because she feels betrayed. It would be too much on me.” She sniffed.

“Whatever you intend to say should be said to my face.” Emma snorted, sitting next to her with a hideous grin.

Maureen gasped, “I’m sorry, Emma. Forgive me please.” She said.

Reaching for her hand, Emma caressed it. “How can I ever be angry at you, Maureen? You have been a blessing to me and my daughter for ages. When I had nowhere to go you took me in. When it felt like I was nearing my death, you didn’t hesitate to give out of you house mortgage fee to save me. I know all of these things even when you try to hide. I would only be ungrateful to ignore all of those for something that anyone of us would have done. I don’t want to be away from you either. You matter to me and that is the most important. Noah can go to hell. I’m sorry for cursing your brother out.”

“You shouldn’t be sorry for expressing yourself. Noah is indeed a top asshole. I wonder how we ended up being siblings of the same parents.” Maureen snickered, pulling Emma into a hug. “Thank you for loving me back. I plan on being your forever bestie if you will allow me.”

“Of course, you are my bestie.” They grinned at each other.

Darby exchanged a look with Isabella and laughed heartily. “You both sometimes act like teenagers, but it’s really beautiful to watch.” The door bell rang calling their attention.

“Can you please get the door Darby while I check on Sinclair.” Isabella requested

Nodding in response Darby headed to the door wondering who it could be this early. Her heart thumped at the possibility of seeing Leo. She looked down at her nightie and rough hair if they looked pleasing enough. Shaking the silly thoughts off her head, she opened the door to see her father there. Darby looked a bit relief and disappointed.

“Dad!” She called out a bit too loudly.

“How are you darling? I hope I am not too late? I brought breakfast for everyone.” Raising the package bag in his hands.

She clapped her hands excitedly. “That’s perfect, I’m hungry. Come on in, dad.”

The women were all excited to see him and Sinclair too who had just woken up jumped at his grandfather happily. They all rounded at the table to eat and making small talks. Darby leaned into the chair watching all of them with a happy smile, this was the life she has always wanted. There is only one person missing, her day would shine brighter than diamond if he was present. She tried not to think about him, probably it’s best this way.

“Ladies can I have your attention?” Anthony knocked on the table gently, they all stared up at him with delight in their eyes. “So, my birthday is coming up in next two weeks and I would love for everyone of you to be present at the dinner. I know it’s probably too soon to announce it, but I am really excited by it. Also you will get to see my house and make yourself at home. All I want is to celebrate with the people I care about, who haven’t been in my life for close to a year but have lightened my world up. I am so grateful for everyone of you. Please do me the honors and accept my invite.” He mused grinning.

“We would not miss it for anything in the world.” Maureen responded on behalf of everyone.

Darby laughed. “Oh aunt, why are you always so hyped when it comes to parties?”

“They are fun places to be.” She grinned widely.

They laughed heartily, going back to their food before it turns really cold.