CEO Leo’s Baby Mama Is Back

Chapter 66 Out of reach

DARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.

“I was beginning to worry when I couldn’t reach you on time. How did all of these happened yesterday and no one thought to call me?” Zac complained.

He had been trying to reach Darby all through the previous evening to ask if she got home safe and also discuss a dress design idea that he wanted to work on with her. But he couldn’t reach her, when he finally thought to try Isabella it had taken her a long time to pick the call. He almost couldn’t sleep all through the night and had hurried down to the house as early as he can.

Darby sighed lightly as she sliced one of the big water melon Leo had sent over, the thought of him going through so much to get them stuff brought a smile to her face. “It’s nothing serious, Sinclair is fine now as you can see.” She grinned at her son making me a car sound as he pulled his truck around the house.

“What about you?” He asked in a worried tone.

“I’m very fine, Zac. It’s just stress, I guess. The doctor said I am dehydrated. And as it is I am already on the journey to get better. There is no need to panic.” She assured.

Zac stood up from the stool he sat on and circled the kitchen island to hold her hands. “I don’t think I would ever be fine if anything happens to you, Darby. Please, keep me informed of anything that bothers you.”

She chuckled. “Don’t be dramatic, Zac. Leo was here all through the time.”

He blinked rapidly at the new information. “Are you being serious? Leo was here?”

Darby nodded absentmindedly as she carefully cut out the melon into a neat plate. “Yes, he was called in for Sinclair and I happened to pass out in front of him. He did excellently well. I have a fridge filled with Gatorades and several fruits to keep me hydrated. He is so intentional.” She giggled.

Zac gritted his teeth. “So are you saying Leo was here till late night?”

“What’s with all the questions, Zac? Leo is Sinclair’s father and if he needs to stay longer because he is worried about his son then so be it.”

“Was he worried about his son or the mother?”

“What is all of this about now? Why are you making a fuss?”

“That is because you are refusing to see the truth of the situation you are in. A married man like Leo shouldn’t be seen with someone like you.”

Darby squinted her eyes already feeling offended. “What does that even mean? What do you imply by someone like me? I’m the mother of his son!” She growled, taking a deep breath when Sinclair looked towards them. She waved at him with a smile causing him to return to his play.

“Don’t get me wrong, Darby. I can explain.”

“Oh, please do. Because I am really about to lose my cool right now.” She said folding her arms.

Zac exhaled tiredly, he probably shouldn’t have said anything. “I am just saying that, people would misunderstand your relationship if he keeps coming here and leaving late at night. His wife would definitely have something else to say about it.”

“I don’t want to have this discussion with you, Zac. It’s obvious we are on a different page. And I am so not interested in explaining myself to you.”

“Why are you being so adamant to reason? It’s obvious you still like him and it’s why your sense of judgement is being clouded to see just how much harm his closeness would cause you.”

Biting hard on her lips, Darby kissed her teeth. “Get out, Zac. Just leave.”

“But…” His words was cut short by the front door opening.

“See who I found.” Isabella grinned from ear to ear with Leo behind her. She had gone to get a few things at the store near the building and bumped into Leo in the elevator.

“Daddy.” Sinclair yelled running towards him.

Leo knelt down to be able to hold him. “Easy there my boy. You are only just recovering. How is my champ doing?”

Sinclair made a strong face and flexed his tiny arm. “I am strong now, daddy.”

His father laughed heartily hugging him to his chest. “Yes, buddy, you are strong. And daddy loves you.”

“I love you too.” He giggled childishly holding tightly onto his father.

Leo lifted the boy up, it took him a second to realize that there are other people in the room. “Oh, my. Please pardon me, I got engrossed with him that I forgot there were others in the room.”

“I wish I had a father.” Isabella did a fake tear.

Darby laughed lightly. “How about you asked Leo to adopt you? He seems like a lover of children.”

“If it’s Isabella I will definitely adopt her.” Leo added. “Oh, so sorry. Hi Zac. Am I interrupting anything?” He asked trying to sound concerned but his eyes said otherwise.

“He was just about to leave.” Darby said in a stiff voice as she sent a hard glare towards Zac.

Zac already felt out of place with the arrival of Leo and he would hate to act like a bystander. Holding up a tight smile, he cleared his throat. “Yes, I was just about to. Do take care of yourself. Bye.” He said leaving. It hurt him more that Sinclair who would usually run to him whenever he is leaving, didn’t even seem to pay any attention to him as he left. It shows that he is in the wrongest of place.

“I see you are taking your hydration seriously now.” Leo said as he pulled a stool to sit in after Zac left.

Darby exhaled sharply, she felt a little bad for shunning Zac in the manner she did. “Yes, thank you for all the things you got us. I am grateful.”

“It’s my duty to take care of you. There is no need to thank me. Don’t forget your doctor’s appointment through the week. I already sent you Dr Anthony’s contact so you can reach out to him. I am glad you are better now.”

She could sense his comfort, Leo never did get very comfortable in the house. But Zac was probably right, her feelings towards him has caused her to be blinded to the problems Leo’s closeness to her would cause.

“Leo, I think you should leave too.” She blurted.

Leo blinked slowly. “why? Did I do something wrong?”

“No, you didn’t. I just want us to be clear on your visit around here. You should only be here because of Sinclair and nothing more. Leave me out of the equation please. A lot of misunderstanding will ensue and I don’t think I am ready to deal with any of that at the moment. Please try and understand my standpoint. You are married and I am more of an old flame, it won’t be right for us to be seen together like this.”

“Did Zac put you up to this?”

“Please don’t get me offended. I’m not anyone’s puppet and I can make decisions on my own. You and I know someone like Chloe for instance wouldn’t believe anything we say if she keeps seeing us together. Please let’s respect the people in our lives, also for the sake of our son.”From NôvelDrama.Org.

“Alright. I get it. This week the LA times will be writing about my family and it is time to introduce Sinclair to the world as part of the Robin family. You would get mentioned as his mother too.”

Darby shrugged. “Of course I would be mentioned. I am his mother after all. It’s all good, whatever you do just ensure my son isn’t in harm’s way.”

“Noted.” He nodded, moving away from her.

Watching him walk out of the house after saying his goodbye to Sinclair, Darby felt a piece of herself go with him. She would never be able to get over the love she has for that man who is definitely out of her reach now.