The Daring Billionaire’s Wife

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.

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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.

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

spending a few more minutes with them, I receive a call from my dad. I still excuse myself

the children are already calling for me.”

“I hear the children’s excitement in the background. I was just checking

really alright? You’re coughing again.”

mind me. Have fun with the children.”

at the screen with a sigh. Had his cough

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

to the kitchen and join the chefs. I don’t mind cooking with them and there’s a lot on the menu to be prepared. I’m already

and looks so healthy,”

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she replies. “Mr Richards always makes sure

of Dominic, even the gardeners say the same thing about just how much he cares for the

serve the food, the children

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

business, because according to everyone here, she’s my friend. To be honest, I’m actually embarrassed that

away. Also, I know that even talking

comes right to the front and stands next to me since I’m right at the end. She

whisper to

smiling back

afittle boy named Billy, who’s not even lined up yet, smiles as he nudges her by

twisting her

to pick up Billy, who looks up

alright,” I assure him, gently touching his hair. “Are you