The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 520

When Leila went to pick Charlie from school, he noticed the bright aura radiating off her. Surprised, he stared at her glowing face but kept his questions to himself. Before they went home, they went to a supermarket and bought food supplies for the dinner that night. Once they arrived, she prepared and cooked the meal while humming a song to herself. While Charlie sat on the seat of the dining table, he was staring and wondering at her sudden good mood. The dinner was served and they ate in silence until she spoke, smiling.

"Charlie, can you spare me a few minutes? There's something I'd liked to talk to you about after we eat." Chewing his meal, Charlie stared at the hopeful gleam on her. She was happy, but he couldn't stop getting unusual about it. He swallowed his meal, drank a gulp of water from his glass and asked,"What do you want to say?"

Leila leaned in and replied excitedly,"I found a job and I will start working by tomorrow! If I can't pick you on time, you'll have to wait for me at your teacher's office. I promise I won't make you wait too long." She sounded apologetic and promising at the same time but he dismissed it. Once she began working, she would have the liberty to do as she wished, just like before.

"You don't have to pick me up," he said monotonously as he continued eating his meal. "I have the duplicate key of the door. Also, I know the route back home," he added with a monotonous tone.

She couldn't believe how understanding he was of these circumstances. The school was located one block away from the house, and she was sure Charlie could do it all by himself. Considering his age, she couldn't just let him be. "No, you are too young to go home alone. I must fetch you after each class."

Puzzled, Charlie stared at her and said,"The teacher said I am smart because I have an IQ of 150. I can handle going home alone from now on."

After his words, Charlie went to his bedroom soundlessly while Leila was left speechless. Recalling his words, she soon remembered she once had him take an IQ test some time ago. The result amazed her beyond words. He was surprisingly an exceptionally intelligent child. Although she was the adult, she always felt like an idiot next to Charlie. One look from him had made her rethink her actions, making her feel uncomfortable.

The next morning, she woke up early to make a healthy breakfast for Charlie and to prepare for her first day of work. After she did her other routines, she accompanied Charlie to school.

She barely arrived on time for work.

"Hello, Leila!" a voice greeted her as soon as she went in. Gasping for her breath, Leila turned to see Charles' frowning face. She stood straight and faced him. There was an automatic smile on her as he asked,"Why are you in a hurry?"

"I didn't catch the subway after I sent my son to school. Running out of options, I took a cab and was almost late when I arrived. I ran towards the attendance recorder to catch up in time." As she explained, she was breathless and embarrassed. "Mr. Lu, I will go out half an hour early and be on time tomorrow and onwards, I promise," she pleaded.

"Okay," he accepted hastily. He knew she was with a kid and understood her situation. In fact, he knew she came just on time. He looked at her and said,"Come to my office." Glad for his generosity, Leila followed him to his office.

The news about Leila returning to work had spread from the HR Department and throughout the company. Learning about the news, David and Alice were annoyed and disappointed about it. With hushed whispers, they talked about Leila as she passed the two.

David's frown was plastered on his face.

His eyes trailed after Leila's back as she followed Charles to the front.

Once at the front, everyone gathered in a circle and listened attentively to the announcement. Charles stared at the people and spoke,"I think all of you know I invited Leila to work."

His eyes darted to Alice and David, his words were on them and he added,"You were once colleagues with Leila. I believe you two will be the best choice to pair up with her. And, I expect you three will work together exceptionally for your team and for the company."

Charles' words took her out of her reverie. "Have some words for your colleagues," he said, asking in a low voice.