Elena went home after two days of staying in the hospital .The woman was no where to be found. Elena secretly hired boys to track the woman down,still no sight of her and no hope of ever seeing her.
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"She seems to be one of the minister's wife" Durba, the head of the boys replied.
"A ministers wife?" Elena asked."Yes my Lady.we tracked the phone to Minister Green's Mansion.But after doing a background checke,there was no sign of a new baby there. Nevertheless, we're still on it .So there's every hope we'll find her"he concluded
"Hope??" Elena smirked sarcastically. "Its been three months Durba. Still no sight of that thief,and you want be to keep being positive.I can't have my daughter live as a boy for the rest of her life just for my selfish reason.So you have to be quick else I will have every reason to doubt your competency"
"We're sorry Mrs Peters.But we'll make sure we find her before the month run down"
"You better do.I'll wire you some money.Let some of your boys keep an eye on The minister's wife"
"Okay ma'am. Alright then, I'll get going" Durba stood to leave for the door ,but Elena's words stopped him at his track,
"What about the nurse,who sold the baby.Have you found her?"
Durba clenched his fist secretly before turning to Elena."No ma'am. But we are still looking for her.I'll update you if I find anything on her"Durba answered. "Alright.You may leave now".
" Have a nice day" .he said as he left the room
" How long do we need to wait Ma'am" Nuina asked.
"I'm confused Nuina. Its three months already. Peter is already growing fond of the child as his heir. Little does he know that the child he saw at the hospital three months ago is different from the one he's fond of now" Tears rolled down her eyes
"Its alright Ma'am. I'm very sure Durba will find her,no matter where she hides.I trust him"Nuina said in consolation.
There was a knock on the door.Without being invited Devina entered." Why is your room so moody Elena".Devina asked as she cat walked into the room with her handmaid .
"If I'm not mistaken Devina,I never asked you to come in" Elena said cleaning her eyes."And why do I need permission to come into this stinking empire of yours "
Nuina wanted to speak but Elena held her.Nuina was used to the show,but the insult was getting too much for her to bear. "Oh Devina. I'm sorry for not noticing how sad and envious you felt when Peter handed Quarter of his wealth to me." she stood up and walked towards her."But its not my fault your womb can't produce a son. is it Devina?".she smirked when she found out that she hit a point."Well, Elena I can see how proud you feel staying in this special empire,but trust me it won't last long. I will reveal your secret to everyone.They'll all see how evil you are"She smirked.Elena felt light headed and her heartbeat became fast.Nuina went forward to hold her."Ma you're shivering. Please sit down"Nuina said.Elena slumped on the sofa.
"Elena I guess you always looked down on me.But just wait and watch how I cut that growing tails of yours" Devina said and turned to go.Elena learnt never to allow her enemies have the last say.Weakly she stood and began to laugh.Devina turned in surprise.Nuina and Tina were both surprised too."O my goodness.Devina you should really go into acting once Peter divorces you. You'll make a good actress,you know"
"I can understand all you say,except for the divorce.What do you mean by that?" Surprise was clearly written on her face."Oh that! Well... I guess my tongue slipped. But Devina,you should really watch your back.While plotting to reveal my secret or whatever, get ready to leave Benson's Mansion"She smiled.
"Hey....how dare you ...."
"No screaming please" Elena cut her short."The heir's sleeping"Elena smiled broadly."let's wait and watch how your plan go"Devina turned to go."My plan??...I think you're wrong. The right words are supposed to be *let's wait and watch how you leave Benson's mansion*.You know, I made a great mistake by allowing you stay in this mansion at first.So in order to correct that mistake,I must take you out of it " .
Devina was speechless."Let's go " She told Tina and they left for the door.
Elena made sure she heard the entrance door slammed shut before she breathed out in relief."That was a good acting ma'am. In fact I think you should really join Hollywood ma'am you'll make a good actress's"Nuina said,But Elena glared at her in return."Sorry my Lady I guess I said a lot l".Nuina smiled to calm the effect her words created.
"But d'you think Devina knows about the child. She looked too confident" Elena said with concern.
"If I should be truthful My Lady,I'll say she knows you're hiding something. But she don't really know what it is,So she came to confirm if her thoughts are correct." Nuina answered.
"Well whether thoughts or real, I really have to avoid her,at least until Durba finds the baby thief or the nurse".
" But ma'am I can help you know what secret she has on her mind"Nuina said. Elena turned to her "How???"...
" Tina"Nuina smiled
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Tina was known in Benson's mansion to be a blabber mouth.She talks a lot . She could easily tell you her secret if you offer her a drink.
Nuina walked past her and muttered "Some people just don't know their place" She scoffed and kept walking.Tina was very angry at that comment. She rushed after Nuina."Are you in any way referring to me,you dumb head?"She asked angrily. Nuina sighed loudly. "Yes I was,and what will you do about it?".
Tina raised her hands to hit Nuina, but stopped mid way. Fighting was highly prohibited in Benson's mansion.
"I would have given you a sound and healthy slap Nuina,But..... it will be really bad if i won't be in Benson's mansion to see how my Lady brings your Lady's dirty secret to light" She smiled. "My lady don't have any secret Tina. I just think your Lady is acting too low for her status.She trying to blackmail my Lady.How cheap of her" Nuina smiled but Tina got angry.Hand maids don't tolerate insults,especially when it's about their Lady"I know she is from a poor family,but can she really stop doing all this. Its clearly evident that she's a poor woman.So please ask her to stop this nonsense"Nuina said and turned to go.
"I guess you think high of your Lad,Nuina" Tina don't want to look weak to Nuina.
" Well... You'll be very shocked to find out that,the heir is not Mr Peter's child" Tina said. Nuina was speechless...
"Is this the secret your Lady have against my Lady" she asked. "Yes of course. I know you're surprised. But,...Just Wait and watch how Miss D throws both you and Lady Elena out of this mansion". Tina Smiled.She turned to go brushing her shoulder against Nuina's shoulder.
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" Really?" Elena asked surprised
"Yes My Lady.I was as surprised as you are".
Elena laughed so much that she felt her eyes water." If that's the secret then let the game begin"
"Yes Ma'am" Nuina smiled.
One of the maids rushed in with a smile on her face."My lady. My Lord asked me to bring Baby Brian to him"She announced
"Okay. sure. You can take him." Elena answered.
The maid carried the baby. She went to the drawer,took out a sponge and soap specially made for Baby Brian.
"And where are you taking his soap and sponge to" Nuina asked."My Lord wants to specially bathe Baby Brain himself tonight" The maid said smiling
" What!!!" Nuina and Elena screamed in shock.