BABYSITTING HIS STUBBORN KIDS: CHAPTER 11 – 20

Written by Angel Louis

Chapter 20

EVENING

David and Alicia rounded up with work at about 5pm.

“Hope you still haven’t changed your mind about dinner?” David asked Alicia as he walked into her office startling her.

She was already arranging her things when she suddenly heard Dave’s voice from the door.

“Uhm. No not yet” she smiled a little.

“Well let’s get going before you change your mind. ”
David rushed over to her and took her by the hands.

“Hey… Dave let me go” she faintly cried out. Playfully.

“Nahhh. Not till we get to my place”

He led her to where he parked his car and opened the door for her.

“Thanks” she flushed at his kind gesture as she sat on the seat.

David soon got in and drove off.

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“Dad’s Back!” Noel happily announced to his siblings who were with him watching TV.

He actually heard his dad’s hooting. So it’s obvious he’s back.

“Yay!” Kayla jumped from her seat

“Finally” Janietta rolled her eyes. She isn’t too happy Dad made her skip school for an apology she didn’t find necessary.

Besides, he didn’t return this morning with the lady and she was patiently waiting for her

She got up from her seat and slowly walked over to welcome her dad.

She abruptly stopped at the door’s entrance when she met that same face with her dad

“Crap!” She muttered under her breath.

“She again?” Noel frowned.

“I don’t like her” Kayla spoke out with a scoff.

It’s crystal clear no one likes her

“Welcome dad” they chorused as David and Alicia got close.

David nodded and gave them an eye signal to greet Alicia too.
They understood, but ignored him.

“Hm-mm” he cleared off his throat.

“Kids. I know I’m not the only adult who just arrived” he cackled.

“Yeah. We know. Welcome” Noel replied…

Walking Back to the sitting, alongside Janie and Kayla.

Alicia forced a smile on her lips.. trying to ignore what just happened.

She doesn’t wanna freak out too soon. Besides, David said they are sorry.

“Just come along for dinner” he led her to a seat in the sitting.

“Ana” he called out to Rosiana.

Who in no time came out from the kitchen.

“Sir… You’re back” she gave him a bright smile. Causing Alicia to twirl her eyes in disgust.

“Could you please set the dinning” he requested politely and she nodded.. walking back to the kitchen.

“I’ll help ” Noel got up from his seat and headed to the kitchen.

“Me too” Kayla giggled and followed behind.

Alicia expected Janietta to hop along too, but she didn’t flinch a bit, as she focused on the TV. Like nothing concerned her.

This is sappy!

In No time, the table was set and they settled to eat… Except Rosiana.

“Join Us Ana” David spoke out

“Umhm no need sir.. I’m okay”

“Have you eaten?”

“No sir”

“Good, then join us”

“But sir….

“I insist Ana.. unless you want to disobey your Boss”
He cut her off. Causing her to swallow her words as she sat down without hesitation.

This time, close to Janietta.

Alicia rolled her eyes as she picked up her spoon.. about to eat.

“Hold on Lady. Rosiana hasn’t blessed the food yet!” Kayla snapped.

“Can’t you see she’s super hungry” Noel whispered into Kayla’s ears. Causing her to giggle.

“Huh?” Alicia arched in puzzlement.

“Please Ana… Do the favors”
David smiled as he gestured her to pray.

“All eyes closed” she started… Shutting her eyes too.

Alicia stared at them in A weird manner. Watching as they closed their eyes.
To her, this is stupid !

“Amen!” They chorused before picking up their spoons.

“Finally.” Alicia mumbled under her breath as she began her meal.

“Alicia there’s something my kids would like to say to you..”
David smiled. Turning his gaze to his kids… Who in turn stared back at their dad in puzzlement.

Like they got no idea what he’s saying.

“Oh really? I’d love to hear it!” She pouted.

“Us? Say?” Noel looked confused.

“C’mon guys. Say it” David urged through gritted teeth.

But they still stared Back at him pretending not to know what he’s talking about.

“We have no idea what you’re talking about Dad!” Janietta trailed off… Staring at her dad in a boring way.

“Besides, I don’t know what she’s doing here again” she added

” Alright that’s enough. Do the needful. Apologize to her for what you did yesterday.”
David snapped!

If there’s one thing the kids doesn’t like,..it’s the look right now on their dad’s face.

“I’m sorry” Kayla quickly apologised… With a pout.

“No problem dear” Alicia forced a smile on her lips

David stared at noel… Giving him the *you’re next* look

“Fine” he grunted.

“I’m sorry… Not like I’m sorry. Or sorry that I’m sorry. I’m sorry because my dad thinks I’m sorry when I don’t even know if I’m sorry… Or perhaps the meaning of sorry.

So I’m sorry because my dad says I’m sorry ”

Noel spoke out in a sarcastic tone