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After Divorce Billionaire Ex Found Me Pregnant (Leonica and Gabriel) novel Chapter 25

Suspicious Behavior

Along with the unwilling shivers that went down her spine due to Gabriel’s close presence, Leonica felt her heart pick up it’s pace at the mention of her son

Eyes wide, barely stopping herself from panicking and ultimately snapping at Gabriel in a nasty manner, she calmed herself and with efficient speed, shoved the man in front of her 

away

No matter who you are, Gabriel, this is just you getting way over your head.She warned. Whoever that man was has nothing to do with you. It’s my matter and if I were you, I’d stop poking. The natural thing that a Stranger should do.She placed great emphasis on the word 

stranger

Unknowingly, Gabriel found himself wincing. He opened his mouth, intending to retort, however before the words could leave his mouth, the gate to her house opened and the approaching presence that they both had not noticed, appeared

The house keeper, a lady in her earlier thirties who had been hired by Leonica to watch the house, and previously Ashely in tow, glanced between the two

Concern, as well as worry flashed across her face when she realized the tension hanging hot in 

the air

Madam,She began, taking to Leonica’s defensive aid

It’s fine.She waved her hand, shooting a tough glare at Gabriel. This conversation is already over, I was just about coming in.” 

Not even bothering to glance in his direction, Leonica turned around and entered the house, leaving the housekeeper and Gabriel to stare after her

The woman, feeling the sudden awkwardness and discomfort that filled the atmosphere, quickly excused herself, following Leonica, who was making her way towards the entrance of 

her house

Gabriel sighed heavily as soon as both females were out of sight

Alcohol was a bastard, but he couldn’t totally be mad at his choice of acting under the influence of it. He had, after all, gotten something other than answer to work with

Although Leonica had not openly admitted it, the moment Gabriel had asked the question of Ash’s father, it had shown on her face, the panic

Unlike the expressions he had seen her with so far, Leonica had seemed tensed, panicked and feared even, the moment he mentioned Ash

No one needed to tell him, Gabriel, even in his half intoxicated state, could sense that she was hiding something

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Eyes narrowing as he stared at the dark painting of her gate, a passing thought, or rather, at new determination formed in the back of his mind, making it a personal priority to uncover whatever she was hiding, with regards to the boy 

Her night, just like the right of her day, had gone by in a blur, making it so that when she woke the next morning, she felt less refreshed than the previous day, even though she had evidently slept longer than her previous days

Her arrangement to begin her day at work felt out of place, as for one, there was no tiny figure running around the house with a black furred bunny in his arms. Each time she recalled the absence of the small child, almost panicking, she had to remind herself that he was now staying with her parents, for the time being that is

The second thing that felt unusually out of place was the conversation between she and Gabriel that had taken place the night before

It was unusual for him to focus on something other than degrading her- in his words disgraceful behavior

Even by the time she had arrived at work, seated behind her desk, the whiteette still couldn’t 

seem to wrap her head around his odd behavior. And at last, after chugging it up to him working under the influence of the alcohol, she moved on to worrying about other things

Precisely worrying over how, said man who was currently roaming her mind, Ashely’s 

nickname

It had been the first time ever, night before, he had uttered it and truthfully, it had left her in

state of shock

Leonica would have been lying if she said that she hadn’t spent a whole chunk of her night trying to find the source in which Gabriel had found out about her son’s nickname

However, even by the time she had woken up and began her daily routine, her efforts were 

futile

How did he even know that nickname?She gnawed at her red manicured nails

Her moment of thought was interrupted by the sound of her phone ringing. Although she wasn’t entirely deep in thought, the noise still caused her to flinch

Glancing in the direction of the humming device she sighed upon seeing the name of Gabriel’s school principal written across her screen

The moment of relief however, was short lived as she answered the phone

Leonica Romero speaking.” 

Ms. Romero, hello.The principal, clearly a male from the sound of his voice, greeted.

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apologize for calling so suddenly, but sadly, there’s been an incident at school, concerning your son, Ashley Romero, that needs your attention.” 

Incident?She was on her feet in seconds. Is it serious?” 

If your son getting into a classroom fight with his classmate classifies as serious, then yes.The principal answered

Hearing his words, Leonica’s eyes narrowed. Ashely got into a fight?She questioned, being well aware of the type of son she had raised

Ashely was a bit mischievous, but not bad by nature. He’d never start a fight

Yes, that happened. Could you please make out time and come to the school, it’d be easier to settle the situation with both parental side present.” 

Of course.Hastily, she shoved a couple of things into her purse and rushed out of if the office. I’ll be there as soon as possible.” 

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Hanging up from the call, she turned to face her driver who was already starting expectantly at her. Where to Ms. Romero?” 

Norlights Kindergarten,She responded, before turning back to her assistant who had followed her out. Stay and handle things back here.She instructed

The assistant bowed his head, agreeing without words

Immediately, she got into the car and the rushed drive towards Ashely’s kindergarten began

When she arrived, she was instantly greeted by the principal, who led her into his office where Ashely and another small boy sat, both looking downcast, as well as one sporting a small cut on his lip

Mommy!Upon seeing her, Ashely got up from the seat and ran towards her

Kneeling down, Leonica wrapped him into a hug, before gently pulling him away, examining [his features

How did this happen?Her question was directed towards the principal who hung his head, obviously hesitant to spill the beans on the situation

Well, the thing is-” 

Mommy, is it true that I’m a bastard?Ashely cut in, asking in the most innocent was as possible even with the use of such a foul word

In seconds, Leonica’s head snapped towards the principal who winced under her harsh gaze

What?” 

Well,The principal cleared his throat. You see, I’m sure you’re aware that we teach children the importance of family and such at the kindergarten, and when the kids were 

drawing their family, little Ashley here, drew himself and his mother.” 

But then, the teacher asked who his daddy was, and he said, I don’t have one. So, Dylan here, teased him about not having a father. It was just a small and harmless prank, yet Ashely took 

so much offense to it.” 

Took so much offense to it?Leonica sneered, her blood boiling at the audacity of the small boy. This boy,She pointed. Insulted my son. Now I’m sure you don’t want me to assume that your School permits such audacious insults. Do you principal?She pressed on, determined to get justice for her son, whatever it may be

The man’s Adam’s apple bobbed at the obvious threat and the way the situation was beginning to unfold. Nno, no. I don’t permit such acts. Dylan will be properly punished, I assure you.” 

You’re planning on punishing who exactly?A third voice suddenly called from the office 

entrance

Both the principal and Leonica turned towards the door and watched as another figure joined them in their midst. Except the woman, clearly the mother of the other boy, didn’t pay 

attention to either of them and instead rushed towards her son

Taking his face in both her hands, she examined the damage done

Oh my baby!Blowing things out of proportion, she exclaimed. What type of mannerless monster could have done such a thing?” 

The moment those words left her mouth, her eyes landed on Ashely who was beside his mother. Instantly, her gaze hardened

It was you, wasn’t it you stupid rascal.She matched forward, intending to seize the child by 

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