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.

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

I receive a call from my dad. I still excuse myself but it’s not so easy to

I can’t talk for long because the

strain from the other end of the line. “I hear

alright? You’re

me. Have fun

the screen with a sigh. Had his cough really been something to worry about,

return to the children, joining a different group

head over 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

healthy,” I say to the main chef, impressed.

she replies. “Mr Richards always makes sure everyone here is well fed.”

chefs who speak so highly of Dominic, even the gardeners say the same thing about just how much he cares for the children and

the food, the children begin to line

in while striking a pose for

everyone here, she’s my friend.

far away. Also, I know that even talking

are served their food by us, Carmella comes right to the front and stands next to me since

yourself, I whisper to her

whispers, fake smiling back at me.

up yet, smiles as he nudges her

says, twisting

post and rush to pick up Billy, who looks

gently touching

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