Surrogate Mum

Chapter Two: The Return 🥀

“.... Coming live from the

Watchtower airport.. the special twins of the Wayne family arrive in New York after years of…..”

The broadcast echoed through every media outlet as flashing cameras and eager reporters surged toward the arrivals section.

The crowd grew restless, chanting and shoving, desperate for a glimpse.

Security struggled to hold them back, while the Wayne’s uniformed escorts created a human shield, ushering the returning potential heirs toward the waiting jeeps.

After much struggle, the twins finally slid into the back of a sleek black SUV, and the convoy rolled away under a hail of flashing lights and deafening cheers.

“Ugh, they never change,” One of the twins scoffed, pulling off his dark shades revealing his piercing blue eyes.

His freshly dyed silver-grey hair gleamed under the soft lights of the car.

He glanced sideways at his brother, who remained cold, unreadable, still staring blankly through the tinted glass window.

“Aren’t you going to say something?” Pedro asked as he nudged him, half in jest.

The guy only scoffed, eyes still out the window.

“There is nothing to say, Pedro,” his brother replied flatly, his tone distant and the grey haired guy laughed as his perfect dentition flashed effortlessly.

“Of course. I know exactly how much you hate being dragged back home from Italy. I hated leaving too.”

" And let’s be real, the only reason they summoned us is literally because of the family company.” Pedro sneered.

“You know it.” His brother scoffed, his jaw tightening as he adjusted his shades.

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Location: Wayne Mansion

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“Everyone, hurry up and assemble outside! The young Masters are already on their way!” Richard’s voice thundered across the halls.

The longtime butler strode briskly as servants scrambled trying to round up their duties, before rushing to line up at the entrance.

Years passed had etched grace upon Richard as he had aged finely.

His hair,now streaked with grey, testified to his age, but his face remained remarkably smooth, preserved by the premium care provided by the Waynes.

He exuded both authority and loyalty, the kind only decades of service could carve into a man like him.

From the grand staircase, a young girl appeared, descending lazily.

Her outfit screamed rebellion as she was wearing an oversized hoodie, ripped jeans, chains dangling from her neck, and a piece of bubble gum snapping noisily between her teeth as she chewed carelessly.

Sylva had just emerged from the east wing which usually led to the study with Finn and the girl grinned on seeing them.

“Hey pops, hey ma,” Riana hailed,flashing a grin.

“Riana.” Sylva’s voice cracked like a whip as her face crumpled up. She looked so upset.

“What the hell is wrong with you?!” she snapped, glaring at her daughter’s bold attire.

“Your brothers are arriving today, and this is how you want to present yourself?!” she demanded and Riana rolled her eyes, unimpressed.

“Spit out that gum and go get changed immediately!” Finn’s tone cut through, firmer than Sylva’s scolding.

Riana huffed, muttering cur.se words under her breath as she stomped back up the stairs.

“Jeez,” Sylva exclaimed in exasperation.

Another figure descended the staircase.

Clara, elegant as ever, with a softer demeanor that contrasted her stepsister’s rebellion.

She slowed, glancing after Riana before turning to her father and stepmother.

“What happened, Dad? Riana looks really upset,” Clara asked gently.

“Mind your bloody business, Clara,” Sylva snapped without hesitation and Finn faced her.

“That’s not how you should speak to her, Sylva,” Finn cut in, his eyes narrowing, then he turned to Clara who was used to Sylva’s rash temper as she only smiled faintly.

“Go and make sure your sister dresses up properly like the lady that she is.,” Finn instructed.

“All right, Father,” Clara said sweetly before heading back upstairs.

“And where is Romeo?” Finn asked.

A maid passing by bowed respectfully as she came to a halt upon the sudden question.

“He’s at the music room in the cottage, sir.” She notified and Finn’s face softened with pride.

His eleven years old son was crazy about music just like his older half brother Nathaniel.

A very fine trait.

Sylva’s jaw tightened as she caught a glimpse of the way Finn’s eyes lit up and she scrunched her nose.

Of course he would approve of it.

After all,he loves seeing his favorite son in all of his children but she wouldn't sit by and let that stick.

She fvcking despised it.

“Bring me Romeo now!,” Sylva snapped coldly, marching away and Finn sighed, shaking his head.

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Everyone stood waiting and watching as the convoy finally arrived at Wayne Mansion.

Engines purred to a halt, and security leapt into action, rushing to open the doors.

The first to step out was Pedro, dazzling in his white outfit and he was literally dripping with gold accessories that glittered under the morning sun.

“PEDRO!” Riana shrieked with delight, sprinting into his open arms.

Pedro laughed, lifting her off her feet as she squealed happily.

The next moment, the second figure emerged.

Adella gasped in delight the moment she beheld him.

All she could do was stare as he carefully picked his steps up to where she was.

Dressed entirely in black, tall and imposing was Nathaniel Wayne.

His jawline was sharply cut and his presence brooding.

His dark shades masked his eyes expression, but the aura around him drew immediate silence.

Adela gasped, her heart swelling the moment he was close.

“My son...” she whispered breathlessly, rushing forward and she cupped his face tenderly.

At last, he removed his glasses, revealing stormy dark eyes that guarded his every emotion, leaving no one to the open.

“Mom,” Nathaniel murmured softly, pulling her into an embrace.

If there was one thing he missed from home, it'd be his mom's arms.

Another small body collided into him from the side hugging him at the waist and Nathaniel looked down to see little Romeo clutching him tightly.

“Hey, buddy!” Nathaniel grinned, ruffling his hair as the boy giggled.

“I missed you so much, brother!” Romeo’s sweet voice chirped as he talked and Nathaniel smiled.

“Me too. I’m back now, okay?” Nathaniel promised warmly.

Then his gaze shifted to his lil sister who was now a young woman radiant with elegance.

“Clara...” His voice faltered in admiration and she grinned, hugging him tightly.

“Took you long enough to come back, didn’t you?” she grouched and he laughed.

“I’m so sorry, Cinderella,” he teased, and she blushed.

Sylva on her part was extremely happy.

At last,her son was home and the family looked complete again.

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At the dining hall,laughter and chatter filled the long table.

Clara leaned in curiously as she faced her brother .

“How was Italy, Pedro? It's so sad that I didn't get to come again. I really wish I finished up my SATs early enough to join you two over there.” She grumbled and Pedro smiled.

“The world isn’t going anywhere, lil sis. Nathan and I can take you someday if you really want a tour .” Pedro offered and Sylva nearly rolled her eyes.

She hated how easily her children blended with Adea’s.

It was enough to make her skin crawl.

Meanwhile, Romeo eagerly rambled to Nathaniel about his music practice, talking on and on about his progress and Nathaniel listened with genuine interest, smiling proudly.

The flow was disrupted when Riana slammed down her fork noisily on her plate.

Her etiquette was gone in the wind.

“I’m done eating. Can I go now?” she asked irritably, looking at her mum.

“Riana!” Sylva’s tone was sharp.

“I’ve told you this countless times. You cannot keep behaving like a boy. You’re my only daughter for crying out loud, and I say that you will not attend that ridiculous street-skating competition!” Sylva thundered, drawing all the attention to them.

Riana was already fuming with undiluted anger.

“The hell, Mom!” Riana shot back, her chair screeching as she stood.

“Maybe you should just listen to her,” Clara murmured gently.

“Oh, shut up, Clara! I can handle my daughter.” Sylva snapped, her voice echoing.

Then she turned back to Riana.

“Make one silly move out of this mansion, and I’ll cut your allowance short.” Sylva threatened and Riana screamed in pure frustration before storming out of the hall.

“That’s unfair Mum.,” Pedro said flatly.

“Riana’s old enough to make her own choices.”

Sylva let out a surprise scoff.

“Really? Look,I won’t let my only daughter and your little sister waste her life Pedro,” Sylva retorted coldly.

“Soon suitors will be at our doors and she must be fit enough to marry and that can't happen with the life she lives..” She concluded and carried on with her meal.

✧

“Come in,” Riana mumbled a response,hugging her knees against her chest on the bed.

The door opened revealing Nathaniel who slipped in quietly.

She instantly broke a wide smile the moment she laid eyes on him.

“Hey, little witch,” he teased, shutting the door and he headed to sit beside her on the bed .

Without thinking,she instantly hugged him, her face pressed to his shoulder.

“You seemed really angry when you left the dining room.” He said and she nodded pulling back.

" My mom always gets on my nerves. I didn't ask for a princess type of life Nate.” She scoffed and he chuckled, caressing her red dyed hair.

" I understand. What is this competition about?” he asked and she sighed.

“I've always done it and held the top rank for years Nate, ever since you and Pedro left the country. I guess I'm going to lose my spot this year.” Riana mumbled and he smiled at her which got her confused.

" Wanna go shopping?”he asked all of a sudden and she stared at him blankly before letting out a gasp as she immediately understood.

“I'll pack up my things!" Riana said quickly as she got off the bed instantly full of energy and Nathaniel chuckled watching her go into her closet.

✧

“Uh-huh. They've grown so mature, Kiara. You need to see your crush Pedro. He has two new piercings.” Clara gisted over the phone while a maid fixed up her hair

A loud squeal emitted from the phone and Clara winced, moving it off her ear a little.

“You are so crazy Kiara. Do you want to turn me deaf?" Clara snapped and her friend laughed over the phone.

“Sorry Hun. Well,I'll definitely come around tomorrow. Enjoy your date with your French boyfriend.” Kiara teased and Clara chuckled, smothering a blush.

" Get out of my phone Kiara. I'll text you later.”she said and dropped the call exhaling deeply then smiled at her reflection.

She looked so good.

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Location: Downtown,N.Y

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Riana spinned and rolled right through the last curve before hitting the finish line and she hopped off her skateboard flipping it into her arms with one move and the street kids cheered her on chanting her name non-stop.

“Ri! Rii! Ri!"

Her shoulders lifted with pride as she walked up to her brother who was leaning against his car looking so hot while clapping at her victory alongside the crowd.

Everyone who first saw them arrive together thought Riana was already riding in a mafia's car but taking a closer look they recognized him as Nathaniel Wayne,her step brother.

“That was hot Ri." Nathaniel exclaimed, roughing up her hair as she chuckled.

“Now you know I rule the streets brother. Anyone who messes with you,my hot stuff, tell me and I'll handle them.” Riana bragged and he laughed completely charming the girls who had their eyes on him since he arrived.

" I should rely on a girl who is an 18-year-old girl for help?” He asked and sniggered.

" I am dead serious Nate.”she scoffed.

" Of course. You're done? Besides, we have to stop and shop as proof for your mom that we did go out to shop.” Nathaniel reminded.

“Oh yeah. Brb!" She replied and hurried away.

He shook his head and turned to get into the car as he decided to start warming up the engine.

Riana approached the guys who drank and celebrated at a corner.

She was a member of their crew and the only girl.

“Here comes our Queen!” One of them hailed and Riana smirked, getting to the corner they sat at.

Their gang leader had his eyes on Riana as she walked sexily up to him and he stood up pulling her in for a kiss as the rest cheered and hailed him on.

Riana bit his lips softly in the kiss then gently broke it as their lips parted and he stared down at her with his smoky hot eyes.

“Gotta bounce baby " she said and he smirked.

“I can see your rich brother awaits you.” He replied and she shrugged.

" He's the reason I was able to get out here for the race today Raul.” She said and he nodded.

She reached up to caress his cheek,staring into his eyes with a smile.

“I'll see you at your condo tomorrow. Aiit?" Riana notified and he nodded.

She smiled at him before turning to leave then snatched a cigar from a guy who grumbled.

“Sorry Ted." She chuckled and drew smoke into her lungs, puffing it out as she marched on, heading to the Jeep which was already on with Nathaniel in it.

ᴥ︎︎︎ᴥ︎︎︎ᴥ︎︎︎ A WEEK LATER ᴥ︎︎︎ᴥ︎︎︎ᴥ︎︎︎

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Location: Wayne's Mansion

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Everyone had breakfast quietly while waiting for the big announcement Mr Finn had to make that morning.

He had made it mandatory that everyone attended breakfast early that day.

With time, he cleared his throat and gained their attention.

“I know you too have been wondering why I had you summoned from Italy where you two tried to focus on your various careers." He began and Pedro scoffed.

“Heck yeah Dad."

" I'll be clocking 50 soon and I feel it will be necessary to show my sons off to the world.” Finn said and Nathaniel sniggered.

" They already know Dad."

“When I say the world,I mean..the business world.” Finn said and everyone exchanged looks, stunned.

“They all know you boys but my heir is still unknown." Finn added, gripping the full attention of Adella and Sylva who were now at the edge of their seats.

“Your hair?" Adella asked and he nodded.

“You see, my sons came into the world at the same time and that is why they are known as the special twins but only one person can be or rather,will be CEO and the head of the family.” Finn said and the twins scoffed.

" I have no interest in running the company, Dad.” Nathaniel grouched.

" Same here!” Pedro added.

" Oh be quiet son!” Sylva snapped hard at him and he was rather surprised at how fierce she seemed.

" My decision will be made known on my 50th birthday celebration which is currently two weeks away.” Finn announced,placing everyone on edge most especially his wives.

They both wanted their son on that seat and they could only hope that they would get picked eventually, every woman with her own interest.

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