CEO Leo’s Baby Mama Is Back

Chapter 35 That is daddy

DARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES

“Can you just take a deep breath?” Isabella urged Darby as she arranged the couch for the umpteenth time. “It’s not like your boyfriend is the one visiting.” She added.

Darby let out air from her mouth. “I can’t just help the anxiety that fills my insides. What if they don’t get along?”

“Why won’t they?”

“Sinclair has never seen him before. Even though I didn’t say Zac was his father, the boy practically sees him as that and has adjusted to his presence. What if he throws a fit when he sees Leo?”

“How about you let the boy decide that himself.”

Darby swallowed hard as she walked towards the fridge to get water. She has never been so anxious like she has been for the past few days. It felt like the week moved so slowly, she couldn’t wait to get over Sinclair meeting his real father. Aside asking for the house address in a polite text the night before, Leo hasn’t communicated with her since then. It made her worried that he might have changed his mind.

“Do you think he would still come?” She asked Isabella who had her eyes glued to the TV screen.

“It’s not even noon yet, about ten minutes more, Darby.” Isabella replied turning to her. “Sinclair is still sleeping anyway. It’s best if he comes at the time the boy is awake. It would be too much of a hassle if his sleep gets disrupted by a stranger.”

At her words, Sinclair stepped out of the room scratching his eyes. “Mama.” He called out.

Running towards him, Darby snatched him off the ground. “Hey, my baby. How was your sleep?”

“I am sure he had an amazing one.” His nanny interjected with a bright smile on her face as she reached for him.

The door bell rang causing the both of them to stare at each other. “That must be him.” Darby said.

“You should attend to him while I freshen Sinclair up.” Isabella mused, returning Sinclair to the room.

Inhaling deeply while adjusting her dress, Darby made a move to the door. Opening it, she held a blank face. It has become an habit for her to switch her facial expression. Growing around so much hostility has somehow groomed her to know who her friends are.

“Hello.” Leo said in a husky tone.

“Hi, please come in.” Darby invited, she paused as Leo walked in. Her eyes rounded like saucers at the gift bags in his hands, it took her a second to notice. “What’s all this?”

Like a shy toddler, he blushed. “I’m sorry, they are toys. It’s too much right? I did warn Aaron. Believe me I have no intention of going over board. I just thought it would be nice to get the little one a gift. If you don’t want it, I can take it back. You don’t have to worry.” Leo ranted breathless.

Darby bit hard on her upper lip to keep the smile making its way to her face. She didn’t think he would be so excited to meet his son. It made her bothered mind feel a bit more relaxed. “No, it’s okay. I was just wondering what you had in them.” She answered, ushering him to a couch. “Sinclair is obsessed with toys, he would love whatever you have in those bags.”

He let out a long sigh. “That’s a relief.”

“He would be out with his nanny soon. He just woke up few minutes ago.” She explained. “What would you like for me to get you?”

Leo waved hurriedly. “Please do not not bother yourself about me. I am very fine.”

She could sense his nervousness. “Alright, just wait here. I will be in the kitchen.” Darby informed him.

Despite her attempt to look away from him, Darby found her eyes trailing Leo’s physique. She didn’t regret getting pregnant for a handsome hunk like him. Nature has blessed him real good with an amazing feature. He is definitely every woman’s dream, except that he was her past dream. She had been foolish to think the both of them would be together in high school. At the same time it isn’t all shades of gray, there have been happier moments in her life. The only thing she hopes for at the moment is for things to go smoothly between Sinclair and Leo.

The room door opened distracting her from her train of thought. A smile appeared on her face at the striking resemblance between Sinclair and his father. Zac was right, seeing the two of them few feet apart feels like a past and future image of the two. Leo looked towards Darby for help.

Getting a grip on herself, she moved from the kitchen and took Sinclair in her arms. “Leo, this is Isabella, Sinclair’s nanny and a good friend of mine. Isabella meet Leo, Sinclair’s father.” She introduced walking towards Leo.

“Nice to meet you.” Leo said to Isabella who seem to be grinning.

Isabella waved, she was practically star struck. Leo’s looks doesn’t look like a normal view, she wondered if he has some vampire blood in him. Only those species stand a chance to look so breathtaking as described by the books. “Welcome sir. I will head in, let me know when you need me.” She said to Darby but her eyes were on Leo.

Leaving just the three of them in the room, Darby placed Sinclair back on the floor to stand on his two legs. Sinclair’s eyes kept darting between his mother and Leo, curiosity gnawed at his little mind.

“My baby.” Darby cooed caressing his hair. “Meet your daddy, Leo.” She said in the most soft voice she could muster. Hoping fervently that he doesn’t pull up an odd reaction.

“Daddy?” Sinclair repeated staring at Leo. Leo had moved to the edge of the couch his eyes staring at the little boy in a pleading manner.

His mother kissed his forehead. “Yes, honey. That is daddy.”

“I am your daddy, Sinclair.” Leo mumbled.

Pushing him gently towards Leo after Darby whispered in Sinclair’s ears. “Go to your daddy, he has loads of toys to give you.” She told him.

Being a child, all Sinclair needed from his mother is a go ahead. As instructed, he walked towards Leo with caution. Leo searched through the pile of bags on the floor. He brought out a toy truck and handed it to him. Sinclair received it with a beautiful smile on his face, he didn’t hesitate to jump into Leo’s hands when he stretched them out.

“Daddy?” The little one called out again, his free hand caressed Leo’s face.

Tears lingered in Leo’s eyes as he felt the softest pair of hands touch his face. It felt like every knot in his heart loosened at the sight of the boy. He had thought Sinclair was good looking from afar, but staring at his face up close, he had to admit that he has never seen such beautiful delicate face in his entire life. Leo had worried a bit about the affection between them, but seeing Sinclair he feels the urge to protect him for the rest of his life and become the boy’s greatest cheerleader.

“Yes, Sinclair. Call me daddy.” He couldn’t hold back the tears as he embraced his son tightly. “I am sorry, son. I am so sorry for not being with you for so long. Forgive me for being so irresponsible.” Leo sobbed.

Darby sniffed back the tears as she watched him hold onto Sinclair for dear life. She never imagined a day like this would come when her son will get to meet and be appreciated by his birth father. She had always dreaded the day Sinclair would actually ask her about his father. The high heavens seem to be on her side after all.

“Do…you have more toys…daddy?” Sinclair asked when he got released from the embrace.

Leo nodded hurriedly, chuckling. “Definitely, my boy. I have so much for you.” He replied placing him gently on the floor and fishing out the toys from the bags. He felt glad to have listened to Aaron to get as much toys as possible.

“Mama, see.” Sinclair called out excitedly, showing Darby the flying robot Leo handed him.

Smiling at him, Darby stood up quietly giving them the needed time to bond. For the first time in a long while it feels like all her worries have been unburdened. Sinclair is in perfect hands, there is no need for her to worry about him anymore. Leo would definitely make an amazing father.