Chapter 147

**Acacia Point of View**

Do they think I'm a fool?

They think I can't see nor understand anything happening around me?

Huff! When did the father and son get so close that the once overprotective and over possessive son of mine is helping his father to woo me over?

And the funny part is, they think they are so smart and stealthy in doing so.

I could only shake my head and watch both of them continue with their silly ploys. However, if asked whether I'm angry about this; I would say, not really.

And for this flow of thoughts to occupy my mind, one of the main reasons is Damien. If he didn't make me realize that I have had enough and try to let go of things that I should and can, I wouldn't be able to see Jerk in a new light.

Although this new light is not a romantic light, not yet of course, but it is still something that has lots of hope in it for both of us.

Also, now that he is truly and genuinely being nice to me, only hoping to be good to me without any other ulterior motives, things are taking good shape now.

Thankfully, mom, dad and Liam are thoughtful people who knows when to pressure and when to let it go. Sensing that I'm thinking of taking a chance with Jerk, they did not make it difficult for me nor lectured me against it.

They calmly and quietly went with the flow and took things as they came by; which I'm grateful for.

"How can there be such adorable boy and girl? I think I have a toothache because of them." Uh Ruby, is this the right way to compliment Igses and Noemi?

Ruby eyes literally have constellations blinking in them when she is looking at Igses and Noemi. Every now and then, she exchanged glances with Callum which obviously means she wants such adorable kids in future, if not, he can - Ahem!

"How are they being adorable? They are fighting for toys and you think they are cute?" I looked at the kids and did not find them toothachingly adorable at all. In fact, I'm currently having a headache right now.

The birthday party is yet to start and they are already fighting over the gifts I got them from Phoenix and the gifts he would receive in a while from the guests.

"No, I agree with Ruby. Both the kids are super duper cute and entertaining." Carter commented making me frown at him and others who are nodding their head in agreement.

Wait till you have kids, then you will know how cute and entertaining they can be to their own parents.

"Alright now, stop it both of you." I couldn't take it anymore and went to stop their bickering. "Little guy, your birthday party will start in a while, why aren't you ready yet? Noemi, why are you still wasting time and not getting ready?"

"Aunt Dawn, Devil is too much. He is bullying me."

"She actually knows she is being bullied. What an improvement." Igses's comment followed Noemi's complain and both the kids glared at each other immediately.

"If you both don't want to attend the party; no problem. Uncle Liam spent a lot of time and effort to plan an amazing theme party. I feel so sorry for him that the kids are not interested at all." I faked a sad sigh and soon noticed that the kids eyes widened before running up to their respective rooms to get ready.

"You really know how to handle them well. The weather is still horrible outside so Igses classmates might not attend this time around." Aviva said, looking at the sky through window.

"It's good that due to weather, Noemi is living here from the past two days. Or else, he would be feeling sad to not have his best friend in birthday celebrations." She continued to which I nodded in response.

"So how is it going with Eelk? I couldn't ask you about the progress these days. Tell me, how is it? Are you both a thing now? How far did you both take it through?" Like a teenager who is thirsty for gossips, I shook her arm as I asked her about the details.

Aviva, along with my other friends suddenly stopped smiling, looked at me from head to toe expressionlessly and finally turned their eyes away as if they didn't see anything.

"*Cough cough* Well, he wanted to take the relationship further only after getting married. He - doesn't want to - you know - without getting married because he thinks it is disrespect towards me."

"What a pure gentleman!"

"You are so lucky!" Ruby and Anne responded before I could even reaction.

I mean, I agree with both of their comments because I always knew that this royal commander of Jerk's is a fierce man on the outside but a softie inside.

To be able to get Aviva out of her prejudice which was caused due to my predicaments, he must've did all sorts of things to earn her heart.

Not bad!

"He is one of the very few people I liked from their world. If you think you are ready for it, I say, don't waste your time anymore. However, do make sure to get a couple of promises from him before tying a knot so that you will not have to suffer in any way directly or indirectly." I advised.

Given how perspective she is, she will obviously understand what promises I was talking about.

"I know. Thanks for the support. You know, it means a lot to me." She hugged me tightly. Through that hug I can tell how happy and excited she is.

And I'm happy for her.

For her, for someone who is a little wild, little mischievous, little foolish like her, Eelk is the right balance in her life. If everything goes well, they both with have a very happy life.

"Alright, even though Igses classmates couldn't come, there are still our neighbors who will surely attend the party. Let's get this before guests start to gush in." I clapped my hands and soon the room was empty as everyone ran to their rooms.

It took to forty five minutes to get ready myself and I was actually being quite leisure because food and drinks are planned and arranged by mom and the new cook. Other arrangements are being taken care of by Liam and dad, so all I have to do is look after Igses, Noemi and myself.

By the time I was fully dressed, decked up and out of my room, the others are also slowly coming out one by one looking so handsome and beautiful respectively.

However, there is no sign of the kids. I first went to Noemi's room to see if she needs any help only to see that she is sitting on the bed with a depressed face.

"Noemi, why are still sitting her without changing your clothes?"

"Aunt Dawn, I don't know which one to wear out of all the ten dresses." I looked at the bed which is now occupied by the piles of dresses, I don't know what to say anymore.

All those dresses were bought by me from Phoenix because there's a certain boutique over there where especially kids clothing are sold and each one of them are designer pieces. They are absolutely amazing.

So I got ten sets of different designs each for Igses and Noemi. Who would've thought this would cause trouble for me in return.

"How about this one, you don't have this color and the color itself is unique. Why don't you wear this while I fold the remaining dresses and put them away? I know just the right hairstyle that would suit the dress, after you come out wearing it, I will help you with your hair." Giving her no time to think or reply, I rushed her into changing room while I cleaned the bed.

Twenty minutes later, a dazzling young little girl is standing before me with an overtly satisfied smile and proud smug glittering in her eyes.

Finally, I asked her to go down and eat snacks before the party starts while I went to Igses room. Opposite to Noemi, Igses is fully decked up, his hair is neatly arranged in style, his dress makes it easy for everyone to see who the main person for the evening.

But what is more astonishing is his face. His chubby face looks so pink and moist as if he is a peach fruit born like a human.

One look at him and my mind went like -

Wow!

Igses turned to look at me, then opened the first two buttons of his shirt, took out something from inside, closed the buttons and spread out his tightly closed fist towards me for me open.

I opened it and found it empty so I raised a brow at him wanting to know what he is playing at.

"Here is the heart you just lost for me, mamma." He blinked his eyes innocently and pushed the empty air from his hand to mine.

If speechlessness is an emotion, then my face will surely become a popular emoticon.

This little guy, where does he learn these things?

He almost got me just now!

"So the reason you got me a dress is to match with yours. You look alright." I waved my hand casually and said.

"Says the person who was drooling over me just a minute ago."

Why do I suddenly feel like he is more narcissistic than his father?

"Look at the two most important people in my life, one looking as cool as moon and the other, as hot as sun." I and Igses turned our heads towards the familiar voice that hollered loudly.

At the door, leaning over the wall, is the man who has similar features as Igses, only much older to him, crossed his hands over his chest as he looked at both of us with a smile.

But my eyes were on what he was wearing and yet again for the second time, my mind went like -

Wow!

Because he is wearing the exact same thing as Igses is wearing, which apparently is also matching with mine.

Did this father and son duo plan this out?

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Hello Sweeties,

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