CHAPTER.2
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Ava’s POV
It was easy locating my new workplace and home. Everyone seemed to know where I was going, I just had to ask. Is my employer rich? Why is this Estate named after him? I haven’t seen or spoken with him, my contract with them was through an assistant named Lily. I will have to ask questions once I settle. I think they were expecting me because a maid was outside to receive me and show me around, Margret. I find her kind but she’s sure one of them nosy ones. I can get lost in this building! So many rooms! I don’t have to ask questions anymore, my employer must be wealthy. The interior design and furniture screams luxury. Margret informed me of a special room I don’t have to enter else I’ve been granted permission by “our boss”, typical rich people rules. I was met with a sleeping boy in the last room, he should not be more than 3. So peaceful. I didn’t have to be told he is the boy I’m here for. This should be fun. Now Margret, where is my room? I need to settle and gossip to Aunt Mary about this place!! My room, plain and cool, just like me. I don’t have to worry about a thing now, do my job, get paid and chase a better career.
I was in my room speaking with Aunt Mary when Maggie came to knock. Apparently, it was time to meet “my” boy and I felt nervous. What if he doesn’t like me? Will that affect my contract? It better not. I’ve been stressed enough too, I can’t deal with a rude rich kid at the moment. I went down the stairs with Maggie and there he was, staring right at me? What for? He doesn’t like me already? Should I say hi first? How does this work? “Jaxon, this is Ava, your nanny. She’s here to play and chat with you all day”. Yes! Maggie to the rescue! Now tell me why this cute boy smiled at me and ran off. Should I go after him? Does my job start now? Maggie say something! “Don’t worry, he’s just shy. You’ll meet him properly during dinner, go and rest up”. Maggie to the rescue again! I thanked her and went to my room.
Dinner time came so fast. Can’t I skip? I came here to work, if I wanted to lazy around, I should have stayed back in Arizona and allowed Aunt Mary to pamper me. I went down and the other maids were there, standing beside Jaxon, serving him. Is he a prince or what? Where are his parents? The maids introduced themselves and I was told I just have to sit and listen to Jaxon’s requests and communicate whatever he wants to them. That sounds easy! Now Jaxon, talk to your sweet nanny. Is he mute? He should say something! I’m the eldest here, maybe I should speak to him first? “Hi Jaxon, we met earlier, remember?”. “Yes, you’re Ava, my nanny”. Oh, he talks! Such a smart boy. Is it okay to ask about his parents? At least I should meet my employers? How are they bold enough to leave a child this age alone in this big house? “Yes Jaxon, I’m Ava. Do you like your food? " I asked. “Yes, do you want to join me?”. Bless this kid’s heart. “No, I can eat later. Can I call you Jax?” I asked. He beamed and went “yes! That’s what Dad calls me”. “Okay Jax, eat up and we’ll talk more when I tuck you to bed”, I said while rubbing his hair. Such a sweet boy, my contract is safe.
Logan’s POV
I already called home earlier to make sure the nanny arrived safely and was settled, Maggie assured me everything was fine. I couldn’t make it home early to meet her during dinner because of work, I guess I’ll see her at breakfast. I went up to Jaxon’s room to kiss him goodnight and saw someone leaving his room. Who was that? Must be the nanny. Isn’t it late? Why is she just leaving the room now? It’s 9pm, Jaxon doesn’t stay awake past 8. I need a nanny, not a bad influence on my son. “Hi baby, asleep yet?”, I said into the darkness. “No daddy”, came his sleepy voice. So he is not asleep yet? What were they doing? I switched on the light. “It’s late, you don’t stay up by this time”. “Me and Ava were getting to know each other, daddy. I like her”. “Is Ava the new nanny?”. “Yes daddy”. “Okay, that’s fine. Next time let her know your bedtime is 8. Goodnight baby”. He already slept off before my kiss met his cheek. My little prince, I’m glad he likes his nanny.
Noise from the kitchen? Did everyone decide not to sleep early tonight? Who is in the kitchen by this time? Must be Maggie, I’ll see what she’s up to and ask her about the new nanny.
Ava’s POV
Jaxon is easy going and I think he likes me. Sigh, what a day. I decided to have coffee before bed, it’ll help me sleep better. I was just about to go back to my room when someone asked, “Maggie is that you”. No it’s not, Maggie retired to her room before 6pm! And who’s asking for Maggie by this time? “Maggie?”. “It isn’t Maggie”. The lights blinded me. Perfect! Now what? “The nanny?”. Yes, the nanny! Now who the hell are you? I’m having a hard time adjusting to the lights, you rude man! I opened my eyes, forcing a smile. I said, “yes, it’s Ava the new nanny”. Who is this man? Why is his presence this commanding? Ouuu, the face I won’t mind seeing every morning. Does he live here? God yes please, he should! “Welcome, I’m Logan Reed. Jaxon’s dad”. Hold the f**k on! Was I fanning over my employer? Wait! Jaxon’s dad? This man is married? Yes he is! A fool, that is what I am. I promised to not look at any man after Caleb, I promised myself! “Thank you sir. Sorry you met me here, I just needed something to drink”. “It’s alright. I’ll see you tomorrow morning then, goodnight”. “Goodnight sir”. Ava, first day in Florida and this is how you betray yourself??
The next morning, I don’t know if I should join Jaxon and his dad for breakfast. His dad is there, he doesn’t need his nanny, right?? “Ava, we’re waiting for you to start breakfast”, one of the maids said through my closed door. Waiting for who now? “A second please”. I came out and went with her. Mr Reed was already there with his son. So beautiful. I mean, the breakfast looks beautiful, c’mon Ava! Where is the wife? “Good morning Mr Reed, good morning Jax”, I greeted. “Jax?”, Mr Reed asked. “Yes daddy. I like Ava and I think it’s okay if she calls me Jax too”. Mr Reed looked angry but he answered, “that’s fine”.
Logan’s POV
I couldn’t help but notice how Ava smiled at Jaxon throughout breakfast and how Jaxon welcomed her finger rubbing his hair while she spoke gently to him. I didn’t think Jaxson would allow another person to call him Jax. He just met her yesterday and she already has his permission? I’m not jealous. It’s just surprising to me. She must have charmed him
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