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.

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

receive a call from my dad.

because the children

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

you really alright? You’re

fun

a sigh. Had his cough really been something to worry about, he would’ve told

to the children, joining a different group this

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 so into it

menu has everything and looks so healthy,” I say

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makes sure everyone here is well

the same thing about just how much he cares for the children and I believe them, because I’ve seen it

serve the food, the children

same time, Carmella struts in while striking a pose for her phone, her heels clicking loudly.

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

can’t even tell her to stop because she’s too far away. Also, I know that even talking to her will be

comes right to the front and stands next to me since

better stop embarrassing yourself, I whisper to her with a

she whispers, fake smiling

even lined up yet, smiles as he nudges her by pulling on her dress, and she instantly shoves him to the floor

she says, twisting her face in

and rush to pick up Billy, who looks

I assure him, gently touching his hair.