The Mistress
Everything changed

Patricia knew this was not the right time to discuss this with Rea. The girl was still mourning and even the burial ground of her parents was not yet aged.

However, if Rea let herself dissolve in her grief, it would be difficult for Rea to continue her life. Perhaps this way, Rea would not feel alone in this world.

Because for a long time Rea did not answer Patricia once again rubbed her face. "Aunty won't force you, baby. You may refuse our request. But, whatever happens and whatever difficulties you face in the future, come to us. We will always be there for you" Patricia said.

So easy Patricia said that to the girl who had not even twenty-four hours they had met. It was also because previously Patricia had investigated the ins and outs of Rea. Knowing how the life and nature of Rea's innocence, certainly attracts Patricia's attention. Patricia likes people who are simple and who they are, like Rea.

Breakfast continued in silence, without further discussion. Rea was treated like family in that house.

Three days Rea did not enter school, the girl was still treating her heart. And for those three days Rea remained in Adam's house. Of course it was Patricia who kept him from staying there. Because there was no way he would let Rea stay at his parents' house alone. Especially if the two unkind uncles and aunts were to take him away.

At school, some of Rea's friends expressed their condolences, despite coming to the funeral the other day. Rea still looked glum, different from before.

But there is something lacking today. Adam, the boy has not appeared before Rea for three days. He had been at the man's house all this time.

"Rea, you know if Adam's moved?" sheril said, opening the conversation.

Rea shook his head, looking lethargic, even though he was quite interested in Sheril's discussion. Rea wondered where Adam had gone, for even while living in Adam's house, Adam no longer saw the trunk of his nose.

"When you live in his house" said Sheril.

"Of course, because he's moved to San Diego" Sheril said.

Rea was quite surprised, "Why?"

Sheril flicked her shoulders, "You don't live in her house? Just ask her mother."

Rea smiled wryly, remembering the night Adam did that to her. Rea guessed Adam's departure was related to the events of that night.

But, regardless of what was the reason for Adam's departure, one thing to be grateful for was that Rea's freedom had returned. No one else will bother him at this school. His peaceful life at school will return to what it used to be.

***

With the spirit that Patricia always gave him, Rea was finally able to continue his life for the better. Although without the assistance of both parents, Rea managed to graduate from an elite school, St. Francis with a brilliant and proud achievement.

Yes, two years have passed, Rea lived her life with great zeal. When once again, Patricia offers to become their adopted daughter, Rea's life changes completely.

Like a king's daughter, Rea was treated by the Ainsleys. Rea was so spoiled and loved by both Patricia and Abraham. They never let Rea feel alone and kept Rea from gaining the full extent of parental affection.

Although his life was now struggling, not a single bit made Rea become arrogant. The Rea that used to be the same as the Rea that is now. That innocence and innocence was still firmly attached to him. Of course, because Patricia and Abraham were looking after Rea like precious diamonds.