William smiled triumphantly. However, what looked like a grin. Of course, because today he had good news. Emely accepted his proposal.
He felt victorious, the first step of his plan had been realized. All that remained was to formalize the marriage and he would be free from the questions that made him sick.
Of course, that way, Mareta wouldn't be collecting on her son-in-law anymore. Besides, he could work in peace without having to worry about Clara. William was confident that Clara would be safe and properly educated with Emely.
Maybe Clara would obey Emely and become estranged from her. But that was better than having to find a nanny and a wife at the same time.
If he married Emely, William would get the complete package. New status, new daughter-in-law, new mother, and new wife. However, it's all only in the contract. Favorable for him, right?
"What's wrong with you, Bro!" exclaimed Peter, who had been observing William's strange movements.
How could it not be? William suddenly smiled, then grinned. Peter even shuddered, horrified. William could have been a cruel person, then become a soft person all of a sudden.
"You're losing your mind, aren't you, Bro? Or ... maybe you've fallen in love with that teacher," Peter said, making William immediately turn his head and give him a sharp look.
"Watch your mouth! My love is only for Nancy. She's just Clara's nanny, nothing more," William snapped, making Peter flabbergasted.
Peter chuckled and shook his head. William had been blinded by love. Peter felt sorry for Emely, but also couldn't help but be a compassionate spectator of the play.
"You're bad. Poor Emely. A woman who is as good as her is made into a nanny. Be careful with karma. You might fall in love with Emely," Peter explained, making William smile wryly.
The handsome man sat down in his armchair and handed Peter a piece of paper. At first, Peter just frowned, confused.
However, after seeing the contents of the paper, Peter rounded his eyes with an incredulous face. He stared at William wide-eyed. It was crazy.
"Crazy! This is too much, Will. Did you make a marriage contract just to wait for Nancy? What do you expect from that woman?" Peter didn't understand William's way of thinking.
This was none of his business. However, Peter would feel guilty if he helped William with this crazy plan.
"I told you never to badmouth Nancy. She's my wife. Nancy was just an accident. I'm sure she'll come back one day."
"Right, Nancy will come back and you'll lose Emely at the same time. Think it through, Bro. See who's a good woman and who's just taking advantage of your kindness!" exclaimed Peter, furious.
William clenched his fists as Peter continued to talk about Nancy's ugliness. Until the sound of a table banging made his cousin pause there.
"Shut up! I told you not to badmouth Nancy. You don't know what's going on! Your job is to follow my orders!"
Peter was silent with shock. For a moment, he realized his position in the office. Assistant to the CEO. Maybe, to some people, it sounded prestigious. However, this was not the case.
Here, Peter was acting more like an errand boy than an assistant. Because it's Peter who has to take care of his cousin's personal life.
Although only cousins, Pater and William grew up together from childhood. When Peter's parents died in an accident, it was Mareta who took care of him and raised him until now.
Mareta's love, which never differentiated between William and Peter, made Peter think of Mareta as his mother. For this reason, Peter always solves the problems that William causes.
Peter just doesn't want Mareta to be sad. He also had no ambition for position and power. For him, a life of peace and tranquility is his dream for the future.
However, for now, it's all just hope. Peter had to stay by William's side until his cousin came to his senses and had a good life. That was his token of appreciation to Mareta.
"You're right, I'm just following your orders. Sorry, I crossed the line. In that case, I'll leave first. There's still a lot of work waiting for me," said Peter. He put down the piece of paper that William showed him.
William massaged his temples. He seemed to be aware of his outrageous words to Peter. However, William also didn't say anything and just let Peter leave his room.
***
"Emely."
Emely was stunned when a voice called out to her. She had just taken a few steps out of the teacher's office but was stopped in her tracks by the call from the person she was avoiding.
Emely sighed for a moment, she couldn't send that person away after all. No, considering this was in a school environment. There, their status was the only teacher and student guardian, nothing more.
"Can I help you, Mr. Leo?" asked Emely, smiling and being as formal as possible.
Leo was silent. Seeing the way Emely spoke, for some reason, his heart was troubled. It felt hurtful, but he also had no right to protest.
"Em, sorry. Can we talk for a while after school?" Leo asked, trying to keep up with the way Emely spoke to him.
Inwardly, Emely cursed. Why didn't Leo realize the situation? Last night it was clear that Emely rejected him. However, she still dared to show her face in front of him.
"I think ...."
"Please, I haven't finished explaining. Don't let me regret it a second time."
Emely was silent at Leo's words that sounded like a plea. Emely didn't want to deal with Leo anymore.
Not without reason. Emely was still in her right mind not to be slapped again by Riana, nor did she want to make William angry and affect her parents. However, Leo also wouldn't stop until his wishes were met.
Slowly, Emely nodded in agreement. Leo's eyes lit up. He would use this opportunity to explain who Riana was.
With nothing more to say, Emely hurried to her class, while Leo went to his workplace.
Behind the big tree opposite the school, someone was stalking Leo. He then made a phone call to someone who was paying him.
Leo forgets that his life is constantly followed by spies. Until he unknowingly got Emely into trouble. So, what will happen to Emely?
***
"Riana is my sister-in-law, Emely," Leo said while turning to Emely who was silent with a flat stare.
The girl chose to listen while refreshing her mind. Looking at the deliberate plants in the garden in front of the school, made her eyes and mind feel released from fatigue.
Emely was reluctant to listen to anything else from Leo. However, the girl knew Leo's temperament and did not give up easily. It could be that Leo came back, again and again.
Perhaps, it was time for Emely to emphasize the real situation. Leo must also realize that there is Riana who always interferes in the man's life.