CHAPTER 10 Tears

  Everleigh's POV

  My knees felt so weak from bending, as I tried to gawk in father's office. As soon as Dad came, Raven immediately bid for excuse and went to him. He was in a rush, his shouts for something. I always look at him in the eye because I'm really fascinated with those.

  "Mr. Scott," I saw Raven scratching the back of his hands. "I was...wondering if, I could get advance payment?"

  My mouth formed 'o'. I remember he is poor and having multiple jobs.

  "I can be your daughter's regular body guard, I just really need money," he added.

  Why do he need money? Is he saving? For what? Maybe for his future?

  "That is—"

  "Fuck!" I almost fell on my knees.

  "—not a good manner, Everleigh,"

  "Goodness! Old man, you startled me!" I held my chest and glance at father's office. I felt relief they didn't noticed us.

  Mr. Hunderson raised his eyebrow at me and gestured me to follow him. We walk down stairs. He is wearing the gardener's outfit.