The sun had dipped down below the horizon when a private jet landed on the Smiths' private airstrip, announcing the arrival of the one and only Adam Smith. It was no secret that Adam, the young and dashing billionaire, was the heart and soul of the Smith empire. His looks, fame, and money ensured that he was constantly under the limelight of the media.
As Adam disembarked from the jet and walked towards the mansion, he knew that he was late for dinner, but in his field of work, seconds could make or break a deal. Adam's work ethic and drive had enabled him to expand the Smith enterprise on a global scale. His recent business trip to Beijing was just another undertaking in his long list of achievements. The deal he had made in Beijing was nothing short of a major success, which would eventually lead to the growth of the Smiths' company, opening up new doors of opportunities.
As the clock struck 1:00 AM, Adam got home to the Smith mansion, feeling a bit exhausted from the long day. The flight from Beijing had been delayed, and he had not been able to eat anything apart from the light snack on the plane. As soon as he got into his room, he quickly took a shower and changed into more comfortable clothes.
Feeling a bit ravenous, he made his way down to the kitchen, hoping to find something to eat. As he walked, he noticed a figure moving in the dimly lit hallway. As he continued walking towards the kitchen, he saw a young woman who appeared to be one of the mansion's workers.
She was wearing a typical worker uniform, and her hair was tied up neatly. His eyes followed the curves of her body as she moved effortlessly around the kitchen. Her long dark hair cascaded down her back, which complemented her petite physique and her soft features.
Adam found himself taken by her elegance and grace. He was awed by her beauty that shone through her diligent work as she pulled open the fridge.
"Sorry, I didn't mean to startle you," Adam says in his deep and husky voice, his lips turning up in a smile.
"It's fine," Nova stammers, still feeling flustered. "I was just getting some water."
Adam nods, letting her pass as he leans against the wall, watching her walk down the hallway. He has his eyes glued to her figure till she went out of sight.
Despite being hungry, he found his gaze lingering on her for just a few more seconds, admiring her from afar. Eventually, he came to his senses and decided to look for something to eat before making his way to bed. It was only later that he realized that he had seen Nova, who had joined the mansion's staff shortly after his departure to Beijing.
As the sun slowly crept into Adam's bedroom, he groaned in annoyance as it shone in his eyes. Just when he thought he could catch up on some sleep after a long night out, his mother decided to open the window. "Come on, Adam, rise and shine! It's a beautiful day!" she said with a smile.
Adam's face lit up with a smile as he saw his mother's cheerful expression. He couldn't help but feel grateful for the close relationship they shared. "Alright, mom, I'm getting up!" he replied, still slightly sleepy.
After his mom left, Adam stretched his arms and legs as he prepared to start the day. Despite the early wake-up, he couldn't help but feel energized knowing that he would be able to spend time with his family, something that he treasured more than anything else.
As he made his way to the bathroom to get ready for breakfast, he couldn't help but feel thankful for the incredible bond he shared with his mother. Despite the challenges they had faced over the years, their relationship remained loving and strong. It was something that he would never take for granted.
As he got dressed for the day at the Smith mansion, he opted for a causal look, wearing a light blue t-shirt paired with khaki cargo shorts and white sneakers. He felt comfortable and ready to tackle the day, with a sense of ease as he situated himself.
Making his way to the dining hall, Adam noticed his mother was already seated and ordering the maid harshly about something he couldn't quite make out. He didn't appreciate the tone she was using towards the maid, but he tried his best not to let it bother him too much. He greeted his mother with a polite smile and took his seat at the table, waiting for breakfast to be served.
Despite the unpleasant start, Adam tried to remain present, engaging in small talk with his mother about his upcoming business meetings and her busy schedule. He knew that he had to navigate the intricate dynamics of his family life, especially when it came to his mother. As breakfast continued, Adam couldn't help but wonder if there was anything he could do to make the situation with the maid better, but he also knew that it was not his place to interfere in family affairs.
As the Smith family sat at the breakfast table, enjoying their meal of pancakes, eggs, bacon, and freshly squeezed orange juice, the door suddenly opened, and the lady he saw last night walked in. Her hair was tied back in a neat ponytail, and she wore a simple blouse and a skirt.
However, her arrival was not welcomed by Mrs. Smith, who immediately launched into a tirade about Nova's incompetence and inaccuracy in her work. Nova tried to explain what had happened, but Mrs. Smith was not in the mood for excuses.
He noticed the tears that accumulated at the brim of her eyes, "I'm s-sorry"
Just as things were getting heated and Nova was on the verge of tears, he stepped in and came to her rescue. He told Mrs. Smith that he had asked Nova to retrieve some important documents from his room, and that she must have gotten confused with the details.
Mrs. Smith seemed to buy his story, and the tension around the table lifted as she moved on to other topics.
As the breakfast progressed, Nova tried to keep a low profile as she stood by the corner with her head hung low, but Adam kept stealing glances at her, and she couldn't help but wonder what was going on in his mind. Despite the chaos that had erupted earlier, Nova found herself feeling grateful for her job at the Smith mansion, and for the kind-heartedness of Adam.