Babysitter for the CEO

“I… I don’t know how to thank you, Tonia. You helped me solve problem that could have ruined my life forever. Thank you, Tonia. Thanks a lot. I… I”

“Classmate James, please remember to give me the pay tomorrow. I really need it,” Tonia said and shut down her laptop.

She then put it back in her bag. She stood up and wore the bag around her neck.

“Um… Tonia?” he called.

“Yes, any problem?”

“Um… What I did that time… Years back. I’m sorry for embarrassing you on a vital day of your life. I’m very sorry.” he apologized but Tonia did not say anything.

She turned around to leave.

“I know you are still mad. Honestly, if I were in your shoes, I’d beat me silly. Let me make you a promise. From today, I will be your backer, your big brother. No one can bully you, my little sister.” he swore.

But she only hissed and left.

He sat on the cold floor, feeling extremely relieved.

He couldn’t stop thinking about his life. He thought he was finished for sure. But Tonia, the girl he hated, the one he embarrassed many times and even injured twice, she helped him get back on his feet.

He placed his left hand on his crotch and stared towards the door.

“I won’t let some bastard ever bully you again. I swear. Even if you continue hating me, I won’t leave. Tonia, my lifesaver, my acknowledged sister for life! If I betray you one day and fail to keep my promise, I will bleed every month like a lady or lose my fertility.” he swore with his right hand on his chest.

Outside his apartment, Tonia hadn’t really left but was eavesdropping. She was shocked when she heard his vows and came back in; kicking the door open.

It startled James, whose left hand was still on his crotch.

“I.. sorry,”

He quickly got up after apologizing.

“Please, we have nothing to do with each other. I don’t need you to protect me, but knowing you won’t bully me again is enough. Take back your vow.” she said unhappily.

“Um… I can’t. I’m a man of my word. Can I ask you something in a whisper?”

“You can.” Tonia gave him permission.

He walked closer to her and lowered his head a bit to whisper in her ear.

“Sister, please don’t lie. Did you really not take a look at my body? Don’t worry, I won’t blame you. If it were me, I’d do the same.”

“You… I’m not perverted like you.”

Tonia stormed away.

“Hey little sis, wait up! Let me lock my door. I want to treat you to a gratitude meal. Don’t run. Wait for me!”

“You, stay home. I have an assignment to finish. I don’t want your treat.” she yelled while trying her best to walk fast.

Reality was harsh!

She was no match for James’ long legs.

“I got you.” he said happily.

“Go away, James!”

“But I owe you a meal and protection from bad people, little sister.”

“Rubbish! I’m not your sister. My reputation will just be tarnished if I’m an acknowledged relative of a rotten egg like you.”

She increased her walking pace, trying to ditch him, but he was like a leech. Couldn’t be thrown off.

He finally placed her abruptly on his right shoulder and turned to face another direction.

“You… Put me down, jerk!”

She hit his back.Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.

“I’m protecting you from bad guys.” he gave a lame excuse.

“What bad guys? You’re clearly forcing me! Help! Kidnapper!” she cried out to passersby.

“She’s my sister.” James said calmly and continued walking to the restaurant of his choice.

“James, you are dead meat!” she warned.

“Paper tigress,”

“You… Forget it, ten years revenge is never too late.” she muttered.

“We’ll see!” James laughed.

Today, he would celebrate his turning a new leaf, his life being saved and getting a sister. Haha!

*************

Evelyn’s mansion.

Evelyn had just sent Vanessa off. She refused to accompany her this time as she couldn’t promise that she won’t erupt on seeing Jack Reynolds.

She couldn’t vow not to launch ice lotuses at him in secret. It would be nice to also see him slip and fall. Then she’d take photos of him and post it on the net. Let people see the glorious Zillionaire. Hmph!

She sat on her couch and initiated a video call with her bestie. Vanessa came on screen after 2 minutes.

“Babe, are you still worried? I’m goingto babysit not to be slaughtered.”

“Exactly! You are currently a fat sheep who’s meat is average to Jack. You could be slaughtered in different ways. Roasted with his lethal mouth, Boiled by his scary face…”

“Babe, relax! Let’s talk about other vital stuff. Like what you’ll cook for me on my day off.” said Vanessa.

“Well… Pig feet. They are delicious!” Evelyn suggested but Vanny shook her head from the other side.

“They aren’t my favorite,”

“So what do you want me to cook?” Evelyn was getting frustrated.

“Whatever you want!” Vanessa couldn’t care less.

“Hw about… pig balls?”

“Nope!”

“Goat balls!”

“No!”

“Fish head,”

“Nah!”

“You said anything in my mind!”

“Whatever! Till that time reaches. Bye for now. Will get back to you later, bestie.”

“Sigh. I hope you don’t forget your mission.” Evelyn reminded and Vanessa rolled her eyes.

“Little one, don’t you dare roll your eyes at me again, alright?” Evelyn feigned anger.

“I heard. Bye!” Vanessa cut the call and decided to listen to music.

“Please wake me up when we arrive.” she said to the driver who was sent to pick her up.

“Yes, Miss!” he replied and continued driving.

Vanessa closed her eyes to enjoy the music and to also.,.. ponder over how things progressed from the time she reunited with her bestie. Meeting Lisa has changed her life. She became a flame fairy, mysteriously connected with Lisa. Now she has to deal with the block of ice she has for a father.

She recalled how he forced her to agree to the babysitting and sighed.

“Although he seems evil but he can’t bear to see her dead. Then, him ‘abandoning’ Lisa was to warn her to stop her tantrums. Lisa is also a little too mature for a kid her size. Her late mum must be a magical being. Maybe a healer since Lisa is one too. Sigh! I should just focus on my task.” she decided to just relax her tension by playing refreshing flute music.

Anxiety is never the solution to any problem in life.

30 minutes later, the car arrived at Jack Reynolds’ home and the driver came out and walked around to open the door for Vanessa.

He saw she was still sleeping, the music still playing in her ears from the headphones.