Mysterious CEO's Last Surrogate novel Chapter 25

At the shelter, Daniella was helping to serve the needy. She even helped prepare the meals, thanks to Jones, who had coached her from what he learnt from Danica. She was excited about the new task. Jones couldn't help but admire that Danica was gradually being herself again. Daniella put on a smiley face in front of the people, serving with all humility. It was a wonderful sight for Jones who felt that he was falling in love with Danica all over again.

He began to think that even if she couldn't recall anything, at least they were still attracted to each other and therefore he could propose to her. He went over to help her with the kids. Together with Daniella, they talked to the children about Jesus and his salvation. 

They enjoyed seeing the excitement in the eyes of these children, as Jones and Danica gave them parcels that were used clothes with snacks, books and a little Bible, neatly packaged. They made sure to include their contacts for the children to reach them anytime they could. Jones hoped that one day, he would give these kids a better life. He even had plans of adopting some of them when he started his own business and had more time on his hands. He didn't want them to end up the way he did as a child. It was a miracle he found salvation and a new life.

When he thought about it, he turned cloudy. "Are you alright? You've turned quiet." Daniella was genuinely concerned. She had never seen him in that state. Therefore, she was disturbed. She moved to sit by his side on a swing while the children played in the grass, giggling excitedly.

"I'm fine, I'm just hoping for a better life for them," Jones didn't look at her. He was ashamed to show his teary eyes and didn't look up while he spoke.

Daniella was even more disturbed. She thought she must have offended him or he found out something but was relieved that that wasn't the case. "Well, I'm planning on adopting some of them once I can afford it," she said out of the blue, her lips stretching into a smile, as some of the kids played hide and seek while standing in the open and not hiding from their opponent. Jone's eyes lit up.

"That's just what I was thinking too. I think the kindness inside your heart is just the same even with your lost memory," he glared delightfully, returning Daniella's smile in the process.  Daniella was secretly excited that her playing Danica was getting real but the point is, she was enjoying it too. She loved the attention people showered on her. That was all she ever craved but didn't have because Danica was always in the limelight.

"These kids are wonderful. Who wouldn't  want to adopt one?" Jones subconsciously held her hand, squeezed it a little, in appreciation. He wanted to say something but caught sight of Herty strolling in their direction. He wanted to confess to her but the opportunity was ruined so he said instead, "thank you," then turned to Herty, "how is your training with Pastor Lawson?"

"Much better. He gave me some scripture to meditate on but you won't see me tomorrow. I have something urgent to attend to," Herty revealed. 

Daniella frowned, "What is that?" She abruptly asked. She knew that Herty wasn't comfortable with her relationship with Jones therefore, she felt uncomfortable.

"Just something I have to do for my parents because they will be returning soon from France," Herty told a white lie because she didn't want to reveal things to Jones.

"All the best and call me when you need anything," Jones said with concern.

"Okay."

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On the field, Loney's workload had increased overnight, thanks to the new contract. Therefore,  his presence was greatly required. He had to take turns, supervising his project managers to ensure that they were on the same page. Regardless, there was one name and image constantly on his mind, Danica. He was supposed to see her today and he didn't intend to go late now that she knew who he was.

Still, work took longer than he expected and it was late already. He wanted to call her to tell her he wouldn't be able to make it and that their meeting should be postponed to tomorrow but realized he hadn't given her phone access yet. Now, he had to communicate again through Paul but he felt it wasn't right. Suddenly, he wanted to keep their affairs private. He couldn't tell the reason for his sudden change but related it to the fact that he mistook her for Daniella the first time which made him slightly fearful at the time. But thinking deeper, he couldn't get the assurance of what he wanted for Danica. Her reason for being there was for the baby.