Maid for the Mafia Boss

While Zeke is holding the paper bag with the stuffed toy in it with his right hand, he held Brylle’s hand with his other hand while I am holding Brylle’s left hand. For short, Brylle is in between Zeke and I while strolling around the mall.

We had just finished eating and now we don’t know where to go next.

Brylle stopped walking which made Zeke and I stop, as well.

I noticed he was looking at the playground we came across at. There are slides and mini houses. There are also a lot of kids around the place.

“Do you want to play there, Brylle?” The child glanced at Zeke for a short time before diverting his gaze back at the playground.

I bit my lip as I saw the price of the entrance fee. It’s so expensive. Isn’t that overpricing?!!

“No.” Brylle shortly replied as he lowered his head while pulling us away from the playground area.

I’m pretty sure he’s thinking about the expenses. He’s too young for that.

I sighed and bit my lip in frustration.

“Oh my god. Why is it even that expensive? Don’t they get ceased for that? They should consider those who can’t afford like us. Geez! Aish! Brylle’s birthday is also around the corner and it’d be his first time to enter such place that he wanted ever since. That’s okay Nass, it’s for Brylle. Just for Brylle.” I quickly muttered to myself while Zeke wasn’t looking.

I felt someone’s hand on my shoulder and I looked at Zeke.

“His birthday is near?” I was confused at his question at first but I nodded. Wait?! Did he heard everything I whispered?

He suddenly smiled and went towards Brylle. He said something to him which made my baby’s face gleam in delight. He ran to me and jumped up and down.

“Mama! Papa said, I can go inside. He insisted to pay for it. Can I? Can I?” I raised an eyebrow at Zeke which made him touch his nape.

I sighed then nodded at Brylle. We immediately went to the lady in charge of the playground.

Zeke and I followed with a smile on our faces.

As soon as Brylle entered, he immediately started engaging with the other kids and played. He’s getting good at socializing.

Zeke and I both leaned by the railings while watching Brylle.

“Thank you, Zeke.” I looked at him and let out a smile. He was just looking through the glass that led to inside.

“Like you said, it’s his birthday and I really needed to give him something. Don’t worry, it’s cheap.” I rolled my eyes.

“It’s so expensive! You’re saying that because you’re rich. I’m just a maid anyway” I got confused as his face changed into something serious.

“We don’t see you as a maid, Nass. Especially Kei. You’re special for him.” I felt my body froze. Okayy. Don’t you dare be flustered, Nassandra.

“S-Stop that. I was just joking” I sighed which made him stare at me.

Suddenly we heard a ringing sound which made me look at Zeke who checked his phone. His eyebrows furrowed before answering the call.

His face darkened as he listened to the caller.

“I’ll go there immediately.” He sighed before ending the call.

He looks at me and held both of my hands.

“Nassandra, I’m really sorry but I have to go. There was an emergency.” I nodded at him, understanding why he had to go.

“It’s alright, Zeke. Thank you for giving us company.” He nodded then puts out five thousand bills. What he did got me shocked.

“If you needed anything else, here’s the money.” He hands me the money which I just stared at.

“W-Wait—”

“Don’t worry, if you used the money, I’ll just tell Kei to cut your salary down. Okay?” Having no choice, I just nodded and accepted the bills. This’ll serve as an extra packet. I might get broke before I knew it.

He pecked a kiss on my cheek before walking away.

“I’ll text Kei! Say goodbye to Brylle for me. Were his last words before getting far.

I sighed. I wonder what just happened? From the looks of the voice that just called him, it’s seems very very important.

I went back to leaning against the railings and watched Brylle who just went on playing.

“Nass?” I turned to my side and saw Katie wearing orange sunglasses and a stunning dress while behind her was a down-in-the-dumps Theo holding multiple paper bags from different shops.

I stood properly and removed my arms from the railings.

“Katie, Theo. Just went shopping?” As I asked, from a confused expression Katie flashes a smile at me and clung to my arm.

“Ohh, yes. We’re going to have a photoshoot so we needed brand new clothes.” I smiled at her and nodded. I glanced at Theo who just had his head low.

“U-Uhmmm. Do you need any help there?” I offered which made him shocked at what I just said. He looked up his gaze to me.

“Ahhh, Ehhhhh,” He looked around as if he’s looking for the right words to say.

“Don’t mind him, Nassandra. He’s shy but he’s strong. He can handle that.” Katie carelessly says as if she didn’t care about her twin. At that moment, Theo throws a glare at her and I was stunned at what he just said.

“You just bought a lot of stuff!” He said in annoyance. My mouth gaped to which the latter noticed and kept quiet again. He’s shy with other people all except for his sister.

“Hahahahaha!” We both turned to Katie who was just laughing and we gave her a look as if she’s getting crazy.

“Wow, looks like Nassandra’s look is more effective. I’m slightly offended.” She said in a serious tone, my eyes widened.Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.

“H-Huh? Well, sorry. I didn’t mean to, I’m naturally just like that.” She smiled and patted my shoulders.

“Just kidding. Anyway, what are you doing here? Shopping, too?” It was my turn to think of something to say. Should I mention to her that I’m with Brylle who’s currently in the playstation?

“Ahh, I was with Zeke earlier. There was an emergency so he had to leave.” Katie raised a brow and I also noticed Theo looking up to me. I know what they’re thinking.

“Are you his girlfriend?” She seriously asked. This made me worry if there was something wrong with what I just said that got them triggered. I shook my head at them.

“Nope, just my driver.” Katie suddenly burst into laughter.

“Wow, you called that prideful man your driver.” She continued on laughing as mine and Theo’s eyes met out of nowhere which made him laugh a bit.

“Mama!” I heard Brylle calling so I immediately looked inside. I saw him struggling from the staff’s grip, probably because they can’t let the kids go without their guardians.

I worriedly walked towards the entrance and that’s where the staff let Brylle go. He seemed devastated as he ran back to me.

I returned his hug and carried him.

“Brylle, what’s wrong?” I asked feeling nervous. Something might’ve happened to him.

“Where is Papa? Did he leave us already?” He cries. My eyes widened. He might have remembered his true father. I held him tight.

“Baby, papa needs to go somewhere that’s why he left. He asked me to say goodbye for you.” He looks at me with a questioning look.

“Mama, what if something happens to him? We should go to where he is.” I heaved out a sigh at what he said. He clearly remembers his father.

I held Brylle’s cheeks to wipe away his sweat. What should I do? What am I suppose to say so he wouldn’t worry so much?

“Your papa is safe, kid. Here, he texted me.” I was surprised as Theo walked to us, holding his phone. We both looked at the conversation he showed. I’m quite amazed that he could manage to hold his phone while holding all those paper bags.

Theo: Hey! Where are you?

Zeke: I had an emergency. You mentioned that you’re at the mall, right?

Theo: Yes, with Katie and I helped her with her shopping.

Zeke: Can you go check out Nass? She’s at the children’s playground at the second floor.

Theo: Oh, well, we bumped into her actually. We are with her already.

Zeke: Okay, thanks. Kei ordered to look out for her.

Theo: Okay, btw. There’s a kid here and he says he’s looking for his father.

We both furrowed our eyebrows while reading the conversation on Theo’s phone. Can Brylle read the messages? And what’s with Theo’s messages? Does he know anything about Brylle and Zeke?

Zeke: Oh, tell him that I’m alright and I just needed to go somewhere.

“See? He’s alright, kid.” Brylle pouts and later lets out a wide grin.

“Okay!” I smiled at his energy and pinched his cheeks. I saw Theo smiling as well.

“Do you want to go back, Brylle?” He looks back at the playground.

He shook his head and burried his face on my neck.

“I’m already tired.” He yawned and closed his eyes. I fixed the way I carried him so he’d be comfortable.

“Hold on a second, Nassandra. You have a son??? Who’s the father? Is it Zeke???” Katie loudly asked which made Theo scold her for Brylle might wake up. Shoot. For a minute there I thought I could just keep it a secret from them. I sighed.

“He’s just adopted.” The smile returned to her face as she looks at Brylle.

“So cuteee. How old is he? Ohh— does Kei know about that?” I furrowed my eyebrows.

“First of all, he’s four years old turning five in the next two weeks. And second, why do I have to tell Kei, exactly?” Katie scratched her nape.

“If he figures out that you have a child, he might misunderstood you. Kei is one possessive man.” This made me even more confused.

“So what if he figures out? It’s not like there’s something going between us or something.” Katie’s face turned serious.

“It’s obvious, girl. There’s something between the two of you. Kei changed ever since you came.” I coughed upon hearing her statement. Careful enough so I wouldn’t wake the sleeping Brylle.

“I don’t know. I’m just his maid, that’s it.” I said, flustered. Is that what I’m really feeling? My heart is suddenly racing, as well.

“Okaayyy,” Her eyes roamed around until it landed on a expensive shop.

“Ow!” She pulled me all the way there.

“You should help me pick some clothes, Nassandra.” She said, smirking while I had no choice but to follow her. I saw Theo face-palmed.