THE BILLIONAIRE'S SECRET CHILD
A'S
, her tiny feet tapping impatiently on the floor. She was surrounded by toy
ck dress, smiled warmly as she approached
ina from head to toe. "You're the new nann
a. I'm very excited to get to know more about you, your favorite meal? Your favorite color
think getting to know me is part of your job Alina, a
with a fake smile. "I'm definitely sure you're okay on your own.
n amused expression on her fac
eyes meeting the child's. "I'd l
n't need your help. And I certainly don't want to get
not to take it personally. She remembered Lucas's warning a
k to me right now. But maybe we can start with some
her expression skeptical
dn't want to bribe Emma into behaving, but she al
fun surprise," Alina said
arely moving. "Fine. But if th
as clear that the girl was not interested in making friends. Emma's
ss like that. And don't even think about trying to talk to me about feelings or
to remain calm. She remembered Lucas's warning about Em
to the park tomorrow,
now. I can take care of myself. And don't bother tryin
watching from a distance without saying a word
before?" He sud
." Alina replied her eyes ge
f I hit a sore spot. Are
ask anyway?" Alina turned t
her nannies don't last. They stay for a da
. "She's a n
if you care to listen. The only person who she understands is her fathe
to sound like Emma." Alina made a so
u like your jo
or now. Let's get to k
ow you to your room. It's beside Emma's. Don't worry, I'll v
aze sweeping across the spacious interior. She couldn't beli
voice barely above a wh
a soft, creamy white, and the furniture was a warm, honey-brown wood. A large window dominated on
urtains that looked like they were made of silk. She felt a thrill o
e she'd shared with Mia back in their apartment. This room was easily three t
eparate sitting area beckoned, with a comfortable-looking armchair and a matching ottoman. And through a doorway, sh
Mia," Alina said aloud, her voice full
had never failed to do. She had not spoken to her mother since yesterday, s
ce barely containing her excitement. "I'm at this incredible mansi
and curious. "A new job? You're gonna be a nann
and move on right? Besides, I have to take care of
positive baby. Tell m
alace, Mum! There's a grand foyer with a sweeping staircase, and a living room that's bigger than our whole
you're in awe, kiddo. But what abo
spoiled and rude, but I'm trying to be patient and understanding. And Mr. Black... I mean
the child'
d." Alina sai
e in a new environment, and you don't know these people yet. Keep
ther couldn't see her. "I will,
ement and wonder. She was really doing this – she was living in a mansion and working