Mr Romeo's Unexpected Nanny's Wife

ROSIANNA

"You're fired!!.. take your things and get out of this building!" He gruffly spoke out as he chewed on his smoking pipe

What? No no.. this isn't happening.

"Sir please.. " I instantly fell on my knees and began to plead

This job is my only hope. My mom needs treatment and this is the only source of livelihood for the both of us.

"You already heard me Rosianna..I do not have to repeat myself do I? You're always late for work and could you please check the time for me?"

He turned to look at me with an eye roll.

"ItIt's past ten.. sir" my voice low..

I'm madly late.

"And when are you supposed to resume work doll?"

He furrowed his brow at me. His stares so intense.

"E..Eight" I stuttered.

"Its not my fault sir.. my mom's condition got so bad today and I had to rush down to a chemist to buy her medications. She's so sick and she...

"Explain sh•t from now till tomorrow, I still don't give a Fvck!

This is a public service where people troop in at any time to quench their taste. You don't need to keep them hungry because your sick mother needs attention."

"Sir please... I need this job.. I'm really sorry for messing up.."

Tears trickled down my cheeks. I held myself hard consciously from breaking down in his office.

"If you really need this job, ..." He smirked... "You know what to do"

Oh not again!

"Sorry... You know I can't.. please.. I..

"If you can't, get out of my office now!!"

He thundered.

My lips parted as I gasped in shock.

What he's asking of me is too much. I can't...!

I slowly walked out of his office in tears.. i pulled off my uniform and began packing my few things as most of the girls stared at me with sympathy.

It's barely two months I worked here and I'm getting fired already.

Jeez! Can my life get any worse?

" Anna..."

Vickie tapped my shoulder lightly.

"Hey..." I looked up at her..

Vickie is the nicest person in this place and only she knows my plight.

"I'm sorry you got fired. " She spoke out..

Her eyes cloaked with so much pity for me.

I hate it when people look at me with such eye.. it doesn't help situations. It only makes me cry more.

"It's okay.. you gonna make me cry.." I wiped off the tears that welled my lid.

"Take.." she squeezed a note into my hand..

"It's not much ...."

"Oh my! Vickie!" I gasped at the sight.

"Manage it for yourself and mom.. she needs you to be stronger now . "

"Oh thank you" I hugged her passionately..

"I'm gonna miss you" I cried.

"Me too... You could at least, Wait outside a little Incase the boss changes his mind. Who knows? He might just be having a bad morning."

I broke from her and looked straight into her face.

"You think so?" A pinch of hope in my voice.

"I guess... Just wait outside please. He'll definitely know how serious you are about the Job"

I think she's making a point..

"Okay.. " I breathe out in uncertainty as I picked my few things ..

I'll wait outside a little while.

5 Hours Later

I kept waiting under the drizzling rainpour.

I felt a little soaked and began to shiver.

Mr Dean came out about twelve times only to ignore me and do whatever he's doing.

He's so mean!

I can't sell my body to such a person.

Yeah I got killer curves that could make a man drool anytime of the day and a pretty face too.

Most times I'm forced to hate the way I look cause it brings so much attention attention From s£xminded freaks.

I've stayed here long enough. The sun gradually started coming out. As it Ray's shone Through the environment.

I picked up my things and began to slowly walk away.

I'll have to trek a mile before I get to my destination..

Mr Dean doesn't consider the distance whenever he tries to scold me for late coming.

The drizzling slowly subsided as the sun came into force. But the ground was a bit muddy with dirty water.

One has to be pretty careful so you don't fall into the stinky Mud..

I was so lost in my thoughts that I didnt see the incoming vehicle.

It drove fast past me and splashed the dirty water on me.

Oh crap! What the...?

I almost fell down at the sudden swiftness at which it drove past me.. I released my hand trying to hold my stamina.. and as a result, I unconsciously let go of the money which Vickie gave to me and the wind blew it away to the busy road.

"No..." I gasped in tears..

In a haste to get it, I was gripped by a strong arm.

"Forget the money.. I'll refund it.. By the way, I'm sorry for splashing dirt on you."

He spoke out in a nice and calm tone. His voice deep.

I wriggled myself from his touch as tears slide down my face..

"It's okay.." I slowly nodded..

"Why the tears? Hope I didn't hurt you .?"

"No... It's just... My money. That was the last cash with me and .

"How much was it?"

"A hundred dollar.." I slowly replied.

"I'll refund with a thousand. Get in the car. I'm really sorry for the mess."

A thousand what? My mouth dropped open.. and I quickly closed it back in embarrassment.

"Come along.." he took my stuff from me and was about walking away..

"Who are you? And why are you nice?"

Please God it shouldn't be what I'm thinking. He definitely shouldn't be after what he's seeing in me .

I don't trust the kindly gestures of men now adays.. most doesn't mean well.

"Call me David Romero. And I'm not nice.. I'm just trying to correct my wrong. I ruined your dress and made you loose your money. I got to pay for that.."

He smiled in a cute way as he led me towards his car.

"Don't be scared.. I won't waste your Time. I was actually on my way to pick up my kids from school.. "

So he's married?

My mood slightly fell.. all the nice persons seems to be taken.

"Why not go pick them up from school first.. they must be waiting.."

"Hell yeah. They are madly waiting for Daddy.. but can you wait that much?" He asked.

"Yeah.. they are your kids and they need attention. You could just drop me off without shopping.. I wouldn't want to waste their time.. "

He's married.. I don't need to feel too comfortable with him. We could just go pick up his kids and he'll drop me off after that.

"Okay... Let's ride to school then" he smiled as he drove back into the highway.

His kids must be really good looking as he is..

They must be Adorable.

Can't wait to see them .

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TBC

And they can't wait to see you two .

Let them catch you with Daddy first

DAVID🥳

She sat beside me while I drove on and I couldn't help but marveled at her beauty.

I wonder why she cried when she lost her money, I mean, it was just a hundred.

Bet it meant Alot to her.

She look gloomy and I just wish I could help brighten that smooth face.

My phone suddenly Buzzed inside my pocket as a message popped in. I opened and read within me .

It's my Colleague. Alicia.

You're almost late for lunch Babe.

I shrugged my shoulders as I pocketed it back. Lunch?

Speaking of lunch my kids must be really hungry.

And for the record, Alicia is just a female friend who hasn't met my kids.

If she has, I wouldn't think she'd see a reason to keep pushing her Feelings for me.

I know she has Feelings. Every lady in this town who knows me has mites of crushes on me.

I'm charming, you can say that again.

Single mothers and even the principal of my kid's school has a liking in me.

And that's one thing I'm never gonna let my kid know about.

They do not like seeing me with other women. Not even talking to their classmates mom.

I don't know why..!

their rules is always straight.. Do not get involved with ladies. They do not want a second Mommy

Wait...! My brain tried to transfix it..

I turned in bewildment to the lady sitted beside me.

"What? Is there a problem?" She asked

She couldn't help but notice the way I was staring at her.

So weird.

"NNothing.." I swallowed hard.

There's a lady beside me now. And we are both on our way to pick up the kids.

Why didn't I think of this earlier?

My kids are gonna fry my hair.

THE KIDS

"I'm Hungry..." Kayla complained bitterly as they waited outside the school gate for their dad.

Obviously running out of patience.

"How long does it take someone to drive down here!!" Janietta almost freaked out .

"Maybe he's buying us a suprise foodpack" Noel squiled in excitement. He's a total foodie.

Janietta scoffed in disbelief.

"The day you stop thinking of food all the time, that's the day you're gonna mature"

"Whatever..." Noel rolled his eyes

"Wait.. I think I see dad coming" a smile stretched on janietta's lips.

"Yay!!" Kayla jumped up overwhelmed.

As they watched their Father's car halt almost before them.

David stepped down from his car as he met the smiling faces of his kids.

Not for long.

Their smiles soon turned to a hard frown when Rosiana stepped out too.

"Who's she?" 5 years old Kayla asked looking puzzled.

"I think Dad has some explanations to give us.." Janietta muttered under her breathe.

DAVID

"Dad what took you so long?.." they chorused at a time. Looking almost angry.

"Hey I'm sorry kids.. but I got held up in something. " I spoke out, walking towards them.

"Something? Or her?" Janietta frowned staring at the lady standing beside my Jeep.

I don't even know her name.

"What. No no . She...

"Daddy is she your girlfriend?" Noel suddenly asked.

"Hahaha.. no no.. she.isnt

"If she isn't who's she then? And why was she sitting on the front seat with you?"

Janietta ranted out and I felt short of words.

Before I knew what was happening, Janietta charged towards the Lady.

Oh god! What sort of child is this?

"Janietta come back here!" I whisperyelled. But she didn't hear me.

Soon enough, Kayla followed suite. Alongside Noel..

"Haha.. these kids are gonna be the death of me" I laughed hysterically.. almost crying.

ROSIANA

I stared closely around the environment when suddenly I heard a little girl's voice.

I turned my face straight just to see three kids marching towards me.

They must be his kids.

" Hey miss" the older girl spoke out. Looking up at me. I'm way taller than her and I almost laughed out seeing the seriousness on her face.

"Hi.." I smiled..

"Who are you?? What are you doing with our dad and how did you even know him?

Where was the spot you met him and most importantly, why were you seating on my seat in my dad's car?!!"

"Whooa! Slow down fiesty.. too many questions. Which one am I supposed to Answer first?"

I looked suprised but mehhhnnn. This girl looks d@mn serious.

"Were you trying to kidnap my daddy?"

The other little girl softly spoke out. Almost in tears.

Gosh! What's this? He was the one riding not me.

"No darling.. I wasn't. Something happened and I would like it if you let Daddy explain to you." I patted her on her cheeks.

"Daddy is a big guy. He can't be kidnapped okay.." I added trying to soothe her.

And it worked. She giggled at my touch and ran back to meet her dad.

Aww. What a sweet little girl.

I stared up and my eyes met with the older girl. She still looked furious and I don't know why..

I wasn't doing anything with her Dad.

"I swear girlie. I wasn't doing anything with your father.."

She had doubts in her face.

I seriously can't handle this alone.. her dad better come right here and talk to her himself.

I looked over to his direction and saw him talking to his sweet little daughter.

"Mr. David. Please your attention is needed here.." I called out.

Seems I just made a big mistake cause the look on the older girl's face was terrific

" OHMYGOD! You know my dad's name?? How the hell did you know his name???

You are not supposed to know his name since you aren't my mom or his girlfriend

...." She paused a little and looked suprised at me.

"Or are you??? ....." Her eyes almost bulging out it's socket.

"DADDY!!!!!!!" She shrieked out almost deafening my ears.

What have I gotten myself into .

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TBC

Another problem..

Who gave you the right to know her Daddy's name?

DAVID

The moment Janie screamed my name, I knew there was trouble. I led Kay to where they were.

"Yes Janie" I drawled.

"Dad how come she knows your name? I thought mom was the only person who knew it... And your best friend Mark."

OMG! She's so childish.

"Can you stop acting childish Janie?"

"I am a child dad.." she retorted, with a furrowed brow.

"But you don't act like one. A good child would always wait for explanatons before jumping into conclusions.

This lady here is with me cause I made her loose her money and worse, I ruined her dress"

I paused as my kids focused on the stained dress. Realizing what they never noticed in the first place.

"She isn't my girlfriend okay, and we don't know each other. We just met today. I was supposed to take her shopping for a new dress in replacement of the one I ruined but she insisted I come pick you guys first.

Isn't that enough to thank her for.

I think that's enough to show her respect."

I added. Looking so disappointed at their behavior.

"It's okay Mr David. You're making them feel bad." The lady which funny enough I don't know her name spoke on their behalf.when she saw the faces of my kids.

"Now say sorry to her kids." I ruffled my hair.. looking frustrated.

"Let's just go home.." janietta grumbled out Walking over to the side of my car.

I stared at her reaction and didn't even know what to say.

I turned, facing the two. Noel and kay

"You two say sorry to her" I formed a straight face At them.

"I'm hungry " Noel rolled out. Walking out of my sight.

This is so crazy... Correcting my kids is one thing they don't find okay.. they suddenly become upset and not happy with me for scolding them.

Great. Just Great!

"Sorry..." Kayla smiled at the lady.

"It's okay sweetie.. what's your name?" She asked. Squatting to my little girl's height.

"Kayla... And yours?"

Yeah, one question I forgot to ask her at the very first place.

"Rosiana"

"You're pretty Rosiana" my baby remarked.

True. Absolutely true. She isn't just pretty. She's physically endowed with beautiful features.

"And you're beautiful.." she complimented Kayla who giggled In excitement as she ran to meet her siblings.

'omg! Janietta..she just said I'm beautiful"

Hahaha! I love my baby girl so much.

"Dad! Come open your car. I wanna go home" janietta called out.

"...and eat" Noel seconded.

"Let's go please.. " I spoke out to Rosiana and she nodded.

I used the key control to unlock the doors of the car before hopping in.

Janietta quickly sat on the front seat beside me.. leaving Rosiana standing outside.

"Get down Janie.. join your siblings at the back.."

"But dad...

"No questions.. Rosiana wants to seat here".. I hushed her.

She angrily mumbled some words before stepping down.

"Don't get too Confy with my dad" she said straight to Rosiana's face before joining her siblings.

"Ignore her, she's always like that. " I said to Rosiana as she hopped in.

"No problem. Thanks" she balanced herself before I ignited the engine.

"Seatbelts!" I mouthed as I adjusted the front mirror above me. Staring at my kids Through it as they strapped the belt across themselves.

"Good" I muttered as I revised out of the school.

Heading straight home.

ROSIANA

The silence in the car as he drove on was somehow. It wasn't comfortable at all. I suspected I'm the cause of it.

Cause I don't see why a family would be so queit on a day's ride.

At least the kids are supposed to talk about school, homeworks..and interesting stuff to their dad.

I bet they aren't too comfortable with me here.

I just can't wait to get back home.

"Dad I'm hungry..." David's little boy spoke out as his stomach made a sound.

"You'll eat when you get home okay.." his dad responded.

"The last time I checked before going to school, there's no food at home. Cause you didn't wake up on time to make us breakfast. And lunch.."

Wake up on time? So David makes breakfast for his family before going to work?

What about his wife??

"Oh..God! I didn't remember.." he palmed the steering.

"You kids are gonna wait till I go get junior from daycare. Then I'll buy food packs from a restaurant so you guys can eat to your fill"

Another baby? My eyes almost popped out as I realized he has another baby...

This man is the father of all Nation. Imagine staying at home with the type of kids he has.. Four in number at that.

". I'm gonna die of hunger before you get back.." My favorite Kayla almost cried.

I don't like to see her in a bad mood..

I just like her so much.

"Kay.. Baby. You won't die.. I'll beat the traffic for your sake. You won't die okay.. not when there's enough water to revive you" David spoke out.

And I take that as a joke.

" What? Dad no way! I'm hungry too and I can't wait for you to get junior first. It is our stomach first. Our stomach. Your first Priority. " The older girl spoke out.

I coçked my ears in amusement.

"Yes dad. Justice for our stomach.." Noel seconded

"I want pancakes for lunch!

The three kids started ranting.

Their rantings almost deafened my ears

As passers by couldn't help but stare at the car. So noisy!

"Alright... Kids! Kids! Calm down. Ca"

But they wouldn't even listen to their dad either. Instead they only increased the noise.

Is all this happening because of food?

"I'll cook for you guys" I voiced out.

And everywhere suddenly turned pinsilent..as they stared at me. Suprised.

"I mean I could help with lunch before your dad gets back.." I added as they kept staring. ..

Did I just say something wrong?

Well I used to work as a cook at Dean's restaurant till he fired me this morning.

I could help them at least for Kayla's sake. I don't want her to die.

~like she earlier said~

"That's if you guys are okay with it " I quickly replied..

"You sure about that?" David stared at me as if in doubt.

"Yeah.." I nodded.

"Kids?" David arched.. calling out to them to know what they think about it.

"Sure. You can cook for us. So far it doesn't taste like dad's socks!". Little Noel agreed.

Wait. What? Did he just say his dad's socks?

"NOEL??!!!" David screamed out his boys name...!

His eyes turning smokeyred

I quickly suppressed my laugh.

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TBC ️

OMG!!!

See embarrassment ...

Chaii these kids ehn...!

Rosiana wanna cook for the Romero's... Aww sweet

DAVID

Saying I'm embarrassed right now is a total understatement. I don't even know how to describe how I feel now.

Noel is so annoying!

How could he say that? In present of a lady at that.

What if she was my crush? That's how he would have bore me with shame.

Does it mean he tasted my socks?

I won't be surprised. He's a foodie.. he has always been one ever since a baby.

While still a baby, he would chew on his diapers and lick up his cream...

I wonder what it tasted like in his mouth. Strawberries?

And to think my socks wasn't left out!

Noeeeellll!!!!.

I silently cried within me as I pitied myself.. I couldn't help but wonder what Rosiana thought about it.

If I'm ever chanced to take my kids out on a public meeting, I'm gonna stitch up their mouths with a hard glue..

So when janietta sees me with a lady, or even talking with other ladies, she won't freak out and say annoying things to their face.

And Noel, so he won't eat up the party and make fun of how my socks taste.

As for Kayla, I won't just stitch her mouth, I will tie her to a chair.. so she won't move an inch from my sight or wander about. Cause my baby Kayla is a wanderer.

There was a time I took my kids out for shopping. While talking to the cashier, Kayla, unknowingly to me wandered out of my sight.

I didn't even realize until I was done.

Janietta and Noel were busy arguing and they too didn't notice.

I searched round the store for hours and almost went mad cause I couldn't find Kay. I felt like I've disappointed my late wife Maria who I made a promise to before her death that I would always look out for our kids.

I contacted the police and asked few customers in panic.

I searched round like a lunatic until I finally found her close to the waste bin by the side of the mall... Pouring some dirty into the dirt bin.

When asked what she was doing and why did she leave my side.

She opened her small mouth just to say..

' mommy always said we should be neat and never stay in a Dirty place in order not to fall sick.. so the mall was pretty dirty and I had to pick round"

She spoke out looking so innocent..

Can you seriously imagine? Pick Round a mall??

And I've been looking for her like a lunatic.. I even called the police.

"You will never frustrate me Kayla"

I stared at her not knowing if I should cry or laugh at her behavior..

She takes this as a joke.

I compensated the police before they left for their station.

The salesman in charge of the mall felt pleased at my daughter's sweet nature and he gave her a free toy.

Salesman doesn't know giving her a toy would only encourage her to do more.

My Kayla can sometimes be unpredictable. And she remind me so much of my late wife. Mariah.

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I finally drove into my compound and slowly parked at the side garage.

My kids immediately climbed out in excitement and ran inside. Yes, they've got their own keys.. just Incase.

Rosiana came down after me and from the looks in her eyes, something tells me she's definitely Surprised to see such a magnificent building.

"Please come in" I gestured and she nodded with a smile. Following from behind.

"Welcome to my home Rosiana" I left her inside and she slightly parted her lips as a small gasped escaped it.

"Oh my... So beautiful" she stared round In amazement.

"Thanks. Feel free.." I smiled staring at her.

Oh that reminds me!. Her clothes.

Shes still in dirt. .. I don't have time to go shopping.

"Mr David please I can't cook in this outfit.." she stated the obvious.

"Yeah... Was actually thinking about that. Guess you need to change into something.. come with me to the guest room."

She nodded and followed behind.

I walked her into one of the guest rooms..

"In there, we have the shower. Make use of it... But before you'll proceed with that, I'll go get a dress"

I walked out of the room and headed straight to mine. Mariah's clothes will definitely suite her. I thought within as I searched on her belongings.

Her Unique scent filled my nostrils and I suddenly began to miss her again.

I picked out a free sundress and decided to give her that.

I walked back to the guest room and handed it to her.

"Thanks Alot" she smiled, taking it from me.

"When you're done with yourself. Just tell one of the kids to show you to the kitchen. There are varieties of uncooked foods.. in case you find difficulty in what to prepare, just ask Noel what he'll like for lunch.. he'll gladly tell you"

I cackled a little and she nodded with another bright smile.

"I'll be back shortly." I finally said before walking out.

With Rosiana in the kitchen today, I feel a little bit relieved from stress.

ROSIANA

I've never been to a house this big and beautiful before. I marveled as I washed myself up in the bathroom.. letting the water Cascade Through my body.

I made sure not to spend too much time in the bathroom cause I still have to make lunch.

I dry cleaned myself with a new towel which was on the bed. I let my hair slip down my shoulders as I put on the sundress.

I stared at myself on the reflecting mirror and WOW. This looks so good on me.

I walked out and saw the kids playing at the sitting. They've changed into something else already and my guess is, they've had their bathe too.

I walked over to where they were and cleared my throat..

"Can someone please show me to the kitchen.." I stared at their faces.

"Is that my mom's dress you're putting on??" Janietta stared at me with a shockfilled eyes.

Her mom's?

"Oh my God I didn't Know . Your dad gave it to me.."

How could David give me his wife's dress?

"Well now you know. It's my mom's dress and it doesn't belong to you.."

She spoke out with a straight face.

Oh hell! I felt a little embarrassed.

"But it's fits her... And she looks pretty on it..'" Kayla's voice so tiny and meek.

"Didn't you notice she had stains on her own dress? What were you expecting her to put on?... Your clothes?"

Noel gave out a sarcastic laugh.

"Duh.. she should have brought hers.." Janie huffed.

"You complain too much janietta. The dress fits her and she looks so good on it.

Don't you know people have to look good before cooking... So the food can taste really really good too.

Unlike Dad who doesn't mind putting on just towel to prepare a meal.."

Noel added. Looking so serious.

Hell No! A towel? Who does that?

"... And his food tastes just like his appearance"..

He rolled out from his mouth.

This is a very tough son for David!

I wish he were here.. but thank God he isn't.. if not, Noel is as good as a dead meat.

Noel came forward and suddenly stopped before me.. cleared off his throat.

"Most beautiful Milady. Hope you don't mind me taking you to the kitchen... Cause I'm starving" he spoke out in a Spanish accent stretching out his little hand to me which made him look so funny.

"No Mister.... I certainly don't" I giggled alittle. Replying back with a Spanish accent too. I placed my hand on his and courtsied , raising my gown a little at the side.. as I bowed my head alongside.

And then, he led me straight to the kitchen.. our hands still together..

With Kayla holding my dress as she followed behind.

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TBC ️

... All David's kids are character

I pray he doesn't have a heart attack because of them

ALICIA

I texted him thirty minutes ago and he's still yet to reply. Huh!

Didn't he see it?

I huffed as I shut down my computer almost looking worried and angry at Same Time.

I hate been snobbed.

David is my colleague and yes, the supervisor of Duvel Company. He's a single Dad.

A hot Single Dad. Mark the word 'HOT' ...

And of course, I like him so much.

I've always had a crush on him long before his wife's death.

And now that he's single again, I see a green light waving a passage for me into his life.

I know he likes me too. I see the way he stared at me at times. Especially when we eat lunch together.

He's got a $exy eye and anytime ours Meet, my body begin to heat up. Like he performs Magic to my body and I want him so much to myself.

I wonder why he still hasn't asked me out. For the past nine months I've been treating him lunch and most times break him breakfast, one I always buy on my way to work .

I don't know how to cook. I never learnt how. Didn't see any reason to learn when you could buy cooked foods almost everywhere around you.

I heard he's got four kids too. I've even seen a photo of them once.

Having four kids are way too much. Didn't he do family planning with his late wife?

I may like David Alot but I literally don't like kids.. most kids are annoying.

And to think David had four Children!!!

Gosh!

Though I haven't met with any of them but from the looks on their faces in the picture.. they are probably not above 12 or eleven.. so I can handle them

They are small. So they know Nothing.

I'll just have to shove them aside so they won't come between I and David when I finally have him to myself.

Cause David is so engrossed in them and it baffles me Alot.

If only he could spend more of his time with me. And not with his kids.

Their mates are in a boarding school.

ROSIANA

Noel led me to the kitchen and my eyes darted round in amazement.

It's huge! And wwell organized.

The burners, gas cooker, stove, dishes.. fridge.. all were arranged neatly.

"Take your apron" Noel handed a piece of cloth to me.

"Thanks." I smiled.

I put on mine as I watched Kayla bring out two more aprons from the side shelf.

"Uh.. Kayla. I'll be needing just one okay" I chuckled slightly.

"I Know. I want to cook with you"

"Yeah me too" Noel added as Kayla gave one to him.

"But .. sometimes, the kitchen can be pretty dangerous for kids like you and..

"Who said am a kid. I'm not a baby Milady" he drawled putting it on.

"Neither am I" Kayla added.. wearing her apron inside out.

I laughed at the sight and helped her adjust it.

"Are you sure you wanna Join for cooking? What if your dad comes back and..

"Forget my dad. I can handle him alright" Noel waved off.. looking so serious.

I didn't want to argue much.. so I let them be

Besides, they look so cute on the aprons"

"So.. what do you guys want for lunch?"

"Oh I want pancakes!" She squiled.

"Noted. What about you Now?"

"I want pancakes, Mashed potatoes and fish stew.. grilled chicken and tomato soup .. oh and yes! Macaroni cheese and baked Fillets"

"How many can you eat?" I asked looking Surprised at the food he listed out.

"All .. I want all!"

"Hmm." I shook my Head.

"Okay... Let's start with the pancakes. Who knows where the flour and baking ingredients are?"

"Mee!!!" They chorused in excitement

"What about potatoes and fresh tomatoes?"

"Yay! Yay! Me .. I know" Kayla ran to the fridge to get it.

"Alright. Let's start cooking"

I brought out the frypans and pots.

JANIETTA

️ Twenty Five Minutes past️

I sat on the couch watching my favorite cartoon.

It isn't so interesting today cause Noel and Kayla aren't here with me. They are with that stranger.

Noel's a big idiot you know... And Kayla is just too innocent and sweet to know what's right.

As long as food is concerned, everyone is Noel's friend.

I don't like this lady at all. She's too pretty and I fear for my daddy.

I don't want my dad to like her either. That's why am acting this way towards her.

I do not want a second mummy!

And to think Noel and Kayla are in the kitchen with her.

Duh!so annoying

I instantly switched off the TV which had suddenly become noise to my hearing.

I'm so hungry and my stomach aches for food

Why isn't Dad Back yet? And how long does it take to make A simple dish?

I laid on the couch and began to count the ceiling.

I don't want to go to that kitchen. I'm so hungry and I don't want to show it either.

It's best I go toy room and sleep till the food is served.

I got up from the couch and walked out of the sitting into the passage.

My room is just few doors away from here and I hope....

OH.My. God! What's that Smell?

Where's it coming from??

I stopped my steps as I sniffled in the savory aroma.

It Smell so good and yummy! I felt my stomach twitch.

I'm hungry !!! I bit hard on my lips.

I stood there sniffing to satiate my hunger.

Roars of laughter echoed from the kitchen and I knew they were simply having fun in the there.

What if they're eating or something?

I can't take This! I do not want to beg that lady for food neither do I want her to know I'm desperately craving for the food. Or even show how hungry I am.

But wait..

This is my father's house. Literally my house too and my dad owns the kitchen. Giving me equal rights.

I want to eat!

And it's final. I can't kill myself with hunger In my own house.

I'm simply gonna walk in there and order her to give me food.

I decided on that and marched my way with a straight face into the kitchen.

Disrupting their little fun.

My eyes caught on the different delicacies in the kitchen and the breathtaking aroma.

I can't take this .

The three of them stared at me as I walked to grab a plate from the sync. I walked over to the lady ... I cleared my throat and stared into her face in a bossy way.

"This is my father's house, so i want you to dish out some food for me..."

My bossy tune soon melted as my stomach gave out a great sound.

I'm Hungry

"PL....ease 🥺" I spoke out solemnly. Staring at her with puppy eyes.

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TBC ️

Oh... Janietta

So Alicia thinks David's kids doesn't know anything?..

Should we tell her?

I stared at her as she stretched her plate to me asking for food. She looks really cute with those puppy eyes.

I took the plate from her and dropped it back on the sync.

"There'll be no need for that. I'm already done with cooking so you could help arranging them on the dinning."

I spoke softly to her and she nodded. Staring at me in a weird manner.

I helped in maintaining the kitchen, I dished out the needed for lunch and set it palatably on the dinning.

"Come eat with us. Rosiana" Kayla nudged. Pulling me by the hand.

"Uhhuh. There'll be no need for that baby girl.. you see. I gotta go. I need to check on my mom. She's sick and she needs me right now"

I caressed her cheek to soothen her faltering mood.

"You have a mummy?" She looked up at me in puzzlement.

"Off course I do sweetie. But sad enough. She's very I'll" I retorted sadly.

"Oh . I'm really sorry. I don't have a mummy you know. Daddy Said mommy has gone to heaven to sleep" she spoke out innocently. And a sharp pain pierci through my heart.

She doesn't have mommy again?

That explains a lot. Now I'm beginning to understand why this is so hard for David to keep up.

He's a single Dad who takes care of the kids Alone.

Isn't that a lot to handle? Consider he works too. I really feel for him

"Really? Heaven is a beautiful place to be. One day you'll see her again. So you ought to be happy she's there. "

And sad she left you at a tender age

I almost added that part. I felt really sorry for her

"And you know what Kay! Daddy is ret trying. And he's a good man too."

"Yeah I know. But daddy can sometimes be so annoying." She frowned.

"Hahahaha. Whenever he acts annoying, just know he's pretty stressed out and he probably needs some rest. And someone to assist him in the house too and also take care of you guys.. so the work would be less"

I tried to explain.

"No no no way." Janietta cut in

"If you're insisting or suggesting that my dad gets us a new mommy. It's not gonna happen. My dad is doing just fine with is"

Janietta retorted.

I never knew she was listening all along.

"What?. A new mommy? We definitely don't want one!" Noel added.

"Second mommies are bad" Kayla pouted soberly.

"I'm not suggesting anything guys I was just saying..." I cleared off. Raising my hands in the air.

"Well. Don't say anything concerning assistance for my daddy or a New mommy. Cause we definitely don't want one"

Janietta walked out of my sight. Looking angry.

Geez! I never meant to upset them.

DAVID

️Later in the Evening

I drove back home with junior looking handsome as ever.

Guess what? I just had him an haircut. And that's why we stayed out pretty long.

I parked at the garage and carried junior out in my arms.

He spoke out some gibberish which I clearly didn't understand.

I carried him inside and met my kids. Watching TV.

"Hey kids! I'm back"

"What took you so long?" Janietta frowned.

"Junior!!!!" Noel screeched and ran towards me to greet his baby brother.

Junior is Noel's beat buddy. I guess that's because of their sex. ~both males~

"Sorry. I had to take junior for haircut. Where's Rosiana? Have you guys had lunch?"

I asked. My eyes filtering the rooms in search of her.

"Yes we've had lunch" Noel replied.

"What about Rosiana?" I asked again.

"She left already. She said she wanted to go see her sick Mommy." Kayla answered.

She left already? I guess I stayed too long then.

But what about her money? The one I had misplaced for her.

She left without the money I promised her.

ALICIA

I retired from work and got home so late.

Why? Because I stayed long at the office thinking David would show up. And he didn't.

What a mess!

I walked into my apartment and met Nora seated on the couch. And as usual, busy with her phone.

"Hey. Alli you're back. And late. Wat kept you till so long?" She asked dropping her phone.

"David of course. I had to wait till this hour thinking he'd come back to the office" I frowned with an eyeroll.

"Did you call to ask why he never came or did you even tell him you were waiting for him?"

Hmph.!

"Well I did text him at noon to come over for lunch but no reply. And No, I didn't call him. Besides he's too busy with his kids and he barely had time for me. "

I said with a pout, almost in tears

"Play your cards well Alicia. You aren't the only lady crushing on a 'Hot' single Dad. Why don't you tell him you like him."

"He knows I like him. But he still hasn't asked me out yet"

"Him knowing you like him isn't enough. He's a single dad. He's got kids and his responsibilities are huge. He has Alot on his head and he can't really think straight or even notice you're dying to go out with him. But at least Alicia, ease him off a little and help the way you can"

She spoke out and I found it hard to understand.

"How? I don't get"

She breathe out and focused her eyes on me

"How many times have you spent time with him and his kids?"

"None " i mouthed.

"I mean, I haven't even met his kids once. Just a picture of them"

"Like seriously?" She stared at me in disbelief.

And then continued...

"The first way to win a Single Dad's heart is the kids.

Once you know his kids and they love you and accept you into their home, you're simply gonna have your way with him. Cause right now, his kids are his major priority" she stated a clear fact and I nodded simultaneously to her every word.

"If you want David Alicia, it's high time you know the kids".

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TBC ️

The kids are damn serious about not wanting a second mummy..

N somewhere, Alicia is busy planning

Investor

I got home that evening looking so stressed out. I had to prepare varieties of food for David's kids to last them dinner and perhaps breakfast and lunch.

I did it to reduce David's stress.. besides I couldn't wait for him to return. I know he promised to repay me my money which he made me loose but, I just couldn't wait.

My mom is sick and she needs me by her side. I already checked on her in the room when I came back and she's still sleeping.

I don't really know what's wrong with her. She's constantly sick and we do not have enough money to take her to the hospital for test.

With the little money I can afford, I buy her medicines from chemist to relieve her pains and treat her to get better for some time.

It hurts so much that I have little or no money to ty care of her. I'm her only child and all responsibilities rests ony shoulders.

Now the only thing I managed to do to get little savings just got thwarted. Dean fired me this morning and insisted on a second chance if only I sleep with him.

He wants me on his bed and also made a promise that if I do it, he would take care of my mom's hospital bills till she gets Well.

I bluntly refused countless if times and that's why he never considered anything when he fired me.

I had told my mom once about his proposal but she sternly warned against it. She warned me not to by any circumstance sell myself to that 'pig' ... A name she had called him.

I had to tell my mom about it cause I was feeling selfish for not doing something about her condition.

I felt guilty and I had to tell her. But she went against such decision and even adviced me to quit the job.

I didn't listen. I mean, there was no possible way to earn a living if I quit the job.

But now, it's lost. And I wonder what will become of me.

Still whirling myself in my thoughts, my phone suddenly Buzzed. I picked it up and checked the ID

"Vickie" I smiled as I picked it.

"Babe what's up? " She spoke out.

"Not so good you know, " I sighed out tiredly.

"You sound so tired. Hope you' aren't still thinking of what Dean did?" She sounded so concerned.

"I'm just confused Vickie. Dean's Restaurant was the only place I got meager savings. Especially from the customers. I don't really know what to do now. I think it's time I look for another job. Even If not as a cook, as a cleaner or anything... I'm good to go"

I reduced my voice. I don't really want my mom to hear me. She might be awake now.

"Cleaner? Are you sure you okay with such a job?" She asked.

I could sense the doubt in her voice.

"I'm okay with anything. So far it fetches me something. Anything at all to take care of Mama. "

I stated. Almost in tears.

"Okay.. if it's what you want. I think I can help you with that."

"Oh really! I love you so much Vickie.." I quickly wiped off my teary face..

"Eewww! Save that for your boyfriend!" She sounded disgusted and I laughed out.

"Not like I have any. Stupid!" I scoffed teasingly.

"It's high time you get yourself one.. you know" she sounded serious.

"I know, when the time comes" I rolledy eyes

"You're twenty four. Rosiana.. when is the he Time gonna come?" She drawled my name.

"You're an assh0le!" I poked my lips and she roared out in laughter.

"Night. Night" she whispered and ended the call.

A smile stretched on my lips as I placed the phone back on the chair.

Vickie is definitely one in a million.

"When were you planning to tell me you lost your job"

I heard Mama's voice from the roomdoor and it startled me.

I swiftly turned to face her and saw her standing frailly. The sickness reallyade her look older than her age.

"It's nothing mom" I stood up and walked over to her

"Dean fired me and yes, I'll start a hunt for a new job okay"

I placed a kiss on her hair and led her back into the room.

I don't want her to worry about anything.

Gerald

"Just one more spoon"... Janietta instructed as the three of them watched me dish out some food that night for myself.

I stared at them in puzzlement and they stared Back with all seriousness.

I'm so hungry and they don't want me to take enough food to my fill.

They are here monitoring me as my dish out.

"C'mon guys why are you doing this to me? .. I'm so hungry" I stared at them looking so frustrated.

"That's the thing Dad! You're so hungry and we don't want you to eat up everything." Janietta replied.

"We need to save for tomorrow. And maybe next" she added.

"Janietta's right. Good food are hard to come by. Especially in this house. That's why we tryna preserve." Noel spoke out and my mouth dropped in shock.

"But I could cook for you guys tomorrow.. I've been the one cooking"

I stared at the trio who stared Back at me with their arms akimbo.

"But your food isn't as good as Rosiana's own daddy" Kayla replied me as I felt like a clown.

"Kayla! Seriously?? Even you??" I gasped.

"That's the truth. Rosiana is really a nice cook. She made enough food and it's so so delicious and we don't want you to eat as much........... Or wait..🤨"

Noel paused. Smiling at his sisters.

No! No! No!...

I know that devilish smile Noel.... An evil idea just struck him and I do not want any of it.

"Whatever you're thinking Noel , you better not say it..."

I spoke out in a threatening tone.

But as you have it, My kids never listens to me

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TBC

I wonder what Noel wants to say now... .

I really feel for Rosiana .. I hope she finds a new job .

DAVID

I stared at him with so much suspense until he finally spoke out.

"Daddy..." He walked towards me.

"Why not cook for yourself tonight. And keep this portion for us. So you can eat to your fill. It'll be okay that way."

He stated clearly.

What? I paused.

Thinking about what he just said. It won't be a bad idea either. I get to eat enough.. and not this little food with how hungry I'm feeling.

I stared Back at the three suspiciously.

"No one gets to taste my food when I'm done".

"We won't." They chorused.

"You guys don't actually like my food do you?" I asked as they shooked their head simultaneously.

"No one liked it. But why did you guys keep up with it.? You could have just told me"

They can't possibly be serious!

"Not like we have a choice." Noel answered .... And my face dropped.

"Fine! No problem at all. From now on, you guys get to cook for yourselves. .. since my efforts aren't appreciated."

"Okay fine. We are sorry. We were only trying to catch some fun. Your food is the best ever"

A small smile stretched on my lips.

"Okay.. since my food is the best and the Three of you are okay with it. What do you say then? I dish out enough for myself to eat and cook for us tomorrow"

"What? Dad!" Janietta shrieked.

"No! No! No!" They chorused.

"But you just said my food is the best.."

"Yes it's actually the best. But we don't like your kind of 'Best' Food."

Noel spoke out sharply. Stressing the 'Best'

I stared at them with a Don't worry look

And then dipped a spoonful into my mouth.

Oh! I chewed on the food and tasted the flavors. This is so good.. I moaned out a little to the yummy taste and took another spoon.

I can't really seem to get enough of it.

In a quest to take another spoonful, my eyes suddenly met with their piercing gaze and i muttered a 'sorry' to them and dropped the plate.

Wishing myself more of the food.

I drank a cup of water and wiped off my mouth as I withdrew some eggs and a loaf of bread from the storageshelf.

Let me prepare myself enough to eat tonight.

️ Next Morning ️

"Wake up Dad! We gonna be late for school !" Noel shouted into my ears as I laid numb on the bed.

My ears reechoed his words and waved of headache eloped me.

"Dad junior is crying.. he needs a change of diaper" Janietta ran into my room with a crying junior and placed him close to me on the bed and Junior's deafening cries almost had my head pulling off.

"Seriously???!" I cried out.

"Can't I for once in my life have a good morning rest"

The words came out from my mouth like a tearytone.

"Daddy! I want to pee" Kayla ran to my bedside.. raising up her nightie with just her pants on.

I stared angrily at her.. she wants to pee? Don't she know the way to the toilet?

Seriously???

"Pee on yourself" I hissed out.

"Okay. " She Nodded. And like an obedient child, she released those hot liquids and it freely flowed to the ground.

"Kayla!!" I shouted and she jerked back I'm fear.

"But you told me'" she pouted. Almost in tears.

I ran my hand through my hair sitting upright on the bed.

I stared at crying junior and then to her who later joined in the crying competition.

"Who's gonna clean that up huh?"

"Definitely not me" janietta shrugged. Walking out of the room.

"Me neither" Noel added and walked out too.

"Seriously guys!" I shouted as they left..

"I'm definitely gonna get you guys a nanny one of these days" I said aloud and I guess they didn't hear me. If not, another heated argument would have ensued.

I stared breathlessly at Kayla and then to junior. I just don't know what to do with them.🏼‍♂️

️ Lunch at Workplace ️

My eyes were still heavy and almost poking out it's socket as I sat there alone eating my lunch.

I'm so tired and all I want now is a little break for a nap. But that can't be possible on a busy day, can it?

"Hello handsome"

I stared up and I saw Alicia standing before me with her tray of food. She placed it on my table.

"How you doing Alicia" I asked. Digging my fork into my food.

"I'm good. What's up? You look stressed"

"Is it that obvious?" I dropped my spoon and focused on her.

How did she know I'm stressed out? It must really be obvious.

"Yeah.. I'm so tired right now. My morning was so hectic. The kids and all" I waved off the words from my mouth. Sounding seriously tired.

"Oh. I see" she paused and then smiled a little.

"David, how are your kids like?"

She asked and I stopped chewing on my food.. quickly taken aback by such question.

My kids? Huh! They are a thick pain I'm the As$. Kill'joys. Annoying! Call them parasites... Or anything worth trouble.

"They are so lovely'" I replied instead with a fake smile.

Picking my glassfilled cup of water and began gulping down it's content.

"That's interesting. I want to meet them"..

Wait. What?

She suddenly spoke out... Causing the water to choke me as I unintentionally spat out everything to her face.

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TBC

.... David and his children ehnn.. cat and rat

So Alicia wants to meet them abi ..

Issokay 🏻‍♀️🏻‍♀️🏻‍♀️

"Oh my gosh I'm so sorry please."

I soon realized what I had done. Spitting out the contents from my mouth to her face was never my intention.

I stared at her ruined dress and felt more bad.

"It's okay" she brought out a kerchief and began to wipe her face.

"I'm really sorry about the mess. It's just that I never really expected you to say that. I mean, we've been friends for long and you've never mentioned anything about them. Or even ask about them either. So I got sort of ermm.."

I paused, coughing a little.

"It's no big deal David. I just want to get to know them"

Fvck! It's definitely a big great deal!!! A big deal I must admit. It's so not easy for me to make out time and be with kids.. but I got to do this.

At least for the Feelings I have for him.

If I get to be very close with his kids, like Nora had adviced, I think I might easily get a chance to be with him..

I so much yearn for a chance with David and I'd do anything to go to that extent.

"You sure you wanna meet them?"

He asked again... Looking so unsure.

"Yeah,m. I mean it" I nodded.

Why does he keeps asking that? I'm dead serious about it and I mean every word.

Even if I don't like kids, I just wanna pretend I like them. In order to win their hearts so I can have my way with their Dad.

From what I've noticed, he has so much affection towards his kids and it's literally taking his time that he doesn't even bother to get a new wife.

The hell?.

He's still too young and full of life.

That little man standing between his legs surely needs attention. And David don't have to neglect it.

"It's okay. I'd really appreciate you meet them.. they will definitely be Happy to see you"

He flashed me sexy a smile.. revealing his White teeth.

I smiled back and continued with my food.

DAVID

"They will definitely not be Happy to see her!!!" I halfyelled to my best friend Mark. Who sat with me in my office.

"Seriously Man. I don't get the reason why you're freaking out. She just wanna see them and know them.. that's worth something don't you think?"

Yeah. It's worth something..

I sighed out.." she's actually the first lady friend to make such request. So it's definitely worth something" I breathe hard.

"Then Relax..."

"I can't mark. My kids... They're not gonna be so happy with it." I pointed out.

"How sure are you about that? They haven't met her yet so you can't possibly jump into conclusions''

"My kids don't wanna see me around women or anything on skirts.." I spoke out with so much worry.

"Seriously David.. you need to start thinking about yourself for once! Stop worrying about your kids.. you and I know that as a man with four children, it's not easy... You need assistance..

You can't possibly handle them all by yourself.. don't you think it's time to start thinking of getting yourself a girlfriend? You surely need one bro"

The aspect of me needing an assistant, Mark's definitely right.. he's making sense..

I've been too busy with kids and alongside I forget about myself.. I can't do this alone. It's so frustrating!

I have seen hell these past nine months without Mariah and it hasn't been easy.

"You're kinda right in all of these Buddy. But I can't help to think how my kids will feel about this decision.. you know them so well so I guess you know what I mean"

Mark took a deep breath and adjusted himself a little on his seat.

" They won't like the idea, but in time they'll adjust. Trust me" he assured.

And I gave in with a smile.

"Yeah, they will.."

"David don't act or feel bad about this . Give it a try and you'll see what I mean.

Alicia has shown interest in your kids, that's a first step in knowing a good woman who can take care of the kids with you.

Alicia likes you alot and you know it. Why not try things out with her. The kids will come around"

He reassured me and I felt a little relieved.

Mark my best friend has a way of making me feel better.

Just so you know, Mark is also a father of a sweet baby girl. Same age with Noel I think.. or I guess she's seven.

"So how's Karen?" I asked.

Mark's a single dad too. He's been having issues with Karen's mom... His girlfriend.. Ella.

To me, I think Ella's done with Mark but as you have it.. my friend still loves her Alot and he isn't ready to move on. He's been single ever since while taking care if the child she bore him.. still waiting for the day Ella would come back to him and her daughter. Karen.

Ella most times comes to pay a visit to Karen. She doesn't talk much with Mark and my best friend still acts like everything is okay... But deep down, I know he's hurting and he seriously wants her back.

"She's okay.. she has been looking for an opportunity to come spend time with your kids during weekends. But I seriously don't want to add to your stress cause I know janietta and your stubborn Noel are already good in playing that part"

He chuckled slightly..

He does know my kids too well.

"They are a handful... I'll definitely think over what we just discussed.. and I'll see what to do about it. Who knows, you might be right about Alicia. She may be the right person for this".

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TBC 🏻‍♀️...

David's Decision