SOPHIA

Thank God the weekend is finally over. Halle left that evening so it's just been me and my Boss at home. With the two days interval for the cleaning staff, Sunday was a lone one for me. Thanks to Wattpad, I now have something to occupy my time.

After attending to Celeste and her team, I prepare breakfast for Mr. Dumont and head upstairs to have a shower. Today I have decided to go out for a while just to let loose. I need a form of disguise. For now, a wig would do. However, I did not have one.

I make a mental note to purchase one today. For stepping out, I'll just use a scarf and a pair of shades.

After having my bath, I select a flower patterned dress to put on. Applying lotion on my skin and some other skin care products, I put on my underwears, followed by the dress.

I head downstairs to see Mr. Dumont already set for work.

"Where are you going dressed with a scarf, Sophia?" He asks, smiling. I mentally roll my eyes at him, scorfing at his now cheerful manner.

"Going for a walk, Mr. Dumont." I reply, monotonous.

"It's André." He says, in an attempt to correct me.

"Mr. Dumont is fine by me." I reply, not ready to yield.

"Have a nice time. Goodbye, don't wait for me." He exits the house for his office.

I head for the kitchen to eat breakfast. I couldn't help but do it slow, I am not at ease right now. First, it is my boss. Now, the fear is all coming back. What if I get caught despite my disguise? What if someone is watching? What if today turns out to be a nightmare? So many 'What ifs' that demand serious answers.

I pick up a slice of bread from my plate and scoop some fried eggs onto the bread. I slowly stir the tea in front of me, my heart racing frantically.

I take a bite of the bread and egg but it had no taste. I guess I had lost my appetite. Not willing to waste the food, I force myself to eat that one slice and drink the tea then head out.

Upon arrival at the gate, I greet the security in charge, heave a sigh and step out of the gate.

ANDRÉ

"How is my favourite boy doing?" My mom asks, arms open and ready to hug me.

"I'm your only son, ma." I remind her, something I always do.  Mom just derives pleasure in teasing me.

"Your dad is on his way downstairs. Shhh... Don't let him know I said you're my favourite boy." She says, keeping her voice very low.

"I heared that, Carol" my dad says approaching us.

So my dad and mom did not really get along during their early stages of marriage but they have been through alot together over the years and I am glad they are now a very happy couple.  I really want what they have, it'sso real.

Mom laughs and rushes to where he is, still laughing. "You'll be my forever favourite boy, he's just my favourite boy. You're my forever." She says, hugging him by the waist like a love struck puppy.

I just shake my head at them. Dad pretends to be angry for a while then surprisingly lifts her up and spins her around for a while.

"Okay, baby. You're forgiven." He says, giving her a peck on her cheeks. They exchange eye contacts for a while and smile.

"Go find your forever and don't steal mine, young man." Dad says, frowning his face. Of course, I know he is joking.

"Talking about forevers, I have something to tell you both." Mom turns sharply and gives me the 'look' then sits down. The helps immediately tend to us and we eat in silence.

"I'm seeing Halle now." I say, breaking the silence.

"She's not good for you." Mom says. I saw that coming. She has never been a fan of hers since I introduced her to my parents, we were just getting to know each other then.

"You have not made out time to get to know her, mom. She has her excesses, yes but she's good for me." I defend.

"I think you should listen to your mother, Son." Dad joins the conversation.

"Can you give her another chance? Just once and I won't bug you again.

"No." She objects to my plea.

SOPHIA

As I approach the park, I can't help but appreciate nature and take in a fresh breath of air.

It feels very refreshing doing this. I see a woman reading a newspaper just few seats away from mine.

She stands up and walks towards a car. The door is opened by the driver and she smiles then gets into the car.
I look back to her seat and notice she left her purse. I quickly stand up and walk to where she formerly sat.

Opening the purse, a piece of paper containing an address was in it. I am not really familiar with this place but I could give it a try.

I flag a cab and give the driver the address.
"Please take me there." I motion to the paper.
"Alright."

Fifteen minutes after, we arrive at the location. Very fancy house, I must say.  I pay the driver and head to the gate.

"I am looking for a Mrs. Claire. She left her purse at the park."
"Alright. I'll inform her of your presence." The Security personnel replies and leaves, returning with the woman I saw earlier. Looking at her upclose, she looks so pretty and elegant.

"Please let her in." She says to him.

"Thank you so much, sweetheart." She smiles, giving me a hug. "Please, come with me."

I follow her into her elegant home. Admiring the interior design, I smile and say a thank you as she motions for me to sit.

"What do I offer you?" She asks.

"Water is fine." I smile back.

We talk and get to know each other. I got to know some things about her, like how her husband is late and she has three children. Her son is in the Army, the second son owns a company and her daughter is married. I also tell her some things about me, leaving out the past five years.

Realizing that time has long gone, I take it as a cue to go home.
"It was nice meeting a new face today, hope to see you another day. Here's my number whenever you need to talk. I really look forward to your visits on your off days." She claps her hands in excitement.

"Thank you, ma'am." I smile because of the warm reception she gives.

"Oh, call me Claire." She waves dismissively.

"Alberto will drop you off at your place." She picks up her phone and dials her driver who shows up immediately and takes me home.

"Where the hell are you coming from?" That was the first thing I was welcomed with the moment I opened the door.