Chapter 15 Soraya- Soraya stared at Jacob's perfectly chiseled face , his hazel eyes fixed on her without blinking . She searched for any trace of mockery , but there was none . He was dead serious . " It's rare for Angela to make an instant connection with someone , Jacob explained . " Even her therapists struggled for months to get her to warm up to them . But with you , it's different . At home , she's affectionate with me , but still , she rarely speaks . " " I was hoping you might assist me with Angela . As you know , these early years are critical to shaping her development ," he added . " Maybe ' teacher isn't the right word . I can't call you a nanny either - that's someone else's role . But I was hoping you could spend your free time with Angela : to encourage her to speak , eat , to give her the affection she seeks ," Jacob further explained " Okay , but Mr. Steel , two hundred thousand dollars per weekend ?" Soraya reacted . " That's too much . Besides , I don't have a lot of free time If you were in my position , desperate to improve your daughter's way of life , would you really think two hundred thousand dollars is too much ! " Jacob retorted . " I've tried everything , Angela's been through multiple therapies and has seen five developmental specialists . Maybe it's not a conscious choice , but I think , in her own way , she's choosing you ," He added . " I only want what's best for Angela . Hence , my offer , " Jacob presented . He had a point He had all the money , after all Come to think of it . Soraya remembered how Jacob was far richer than Calum . This man was the CEO of a multi - billion - dollar conglomerate with companies spread across the country . " Yes , SteelCore Industries - that's right . That's the company name , Soraya recalled . Under its umbrella was the largest construction company in the state , Steel Core Infrabuild , as well as the biggest malls in Belridge and Cedar Heights - Titan Plaza and Vanguard Gallena . Soraya was certain there were many other companies under Jacob's management , but she wasn't completely familiar with him or his empire . However , one thing was for sure : Jacob had the luxury of making extravagant proposals . Think about it , " Jacob said . " Aside from that , my offer to work for my company still stands . " " I in returning to work with my previous company , " Soraya revealed . " Aegis Core Systems ? " Jacob asked , yet again surprising Soraya . " Just how much did you dig up on me ? " Soraya inquired . " Deep enough to know that you were the co - developer of NeuroSentinel , " Jacobs revealed " Does Calum know this about you ? " Soraya shook her head . " You did a better job of getting to know me than my ex - husband . You do know we're getting a divorce , right ? " Jacob merely nodded . He drank water and resumed , " I also learned that your uncle resides here , which led me to believe that visiting Angela could reasonably fit into your schedule , especially considering the premium compensation I've offered . " " 1- " Suraya gulped , thinking The offer was truly tempting | BOOM ! But before she could answer , the skies roared above . It was followed by consecutive cracks of thunder , making her skin crawl . " Oh , god " Looks like this heavy rain has turned into a storm " Jacob remarked . After another thunderclap " Ah ! Alle Daddy ! Moinmy " Angela's voice rang across the mansion . Chapter 15 Soraya and Jacob became alert . Jacob used his mobile flashlight to guide them through the dark . They both rushed out of the dining hall , following Angela's panicking voice " Daddy ! Mommy ! " By the time Soraya and Jacob found Angela , she was already at the staircase . " Do not run down the stairs ! " Jacob scolded , and just as he said that Angela slipped ! Soraya's heart raced . Angela tumbled down the stairs , but thankfully , the generator kicked in , lighting the mansion . Jacob reacted in time . With swift strides , he rushed upward and caught Angela mid - fall , wrapping her in his arms as they both rolled down to the floor , his body shielding her from harm " Angela , you shouldn't have rushed down like that , " Soraya said , kneeling beside them . The little girl was crying . She untangled herself from Jacob and hugged Soraya . " Mommy . " The warmth of Angela's embrace made Soraya's heart skip a beat . She hugged her , caressing her back . " Shh … It's okay . It's okay now . It was just thunder . raya met Jacob's gaze as he was getting up . She asked , " Are you okay ? " Soraya " I'm fine ." He looked outside the windows and said , " The weather's not getting any better . The forecast did indicate that it might develop into a storm . I think you should stay in tonight . It's not safe to leave ." -Um- " " I'll ask the maids to prepare the guest room . Jacob suggested Soraya didn't understand why this was happening to her . Of all the people in the world , she had to end up stuck in Jacob's home . Jacob Steel - Calum's friend . She wondered , Is this some kind of cosmic joke ! Or is life playing one of its cruel tricks on her ? But given the situation , she really didn't have a choice . " Okay . " Soraya said . " If you don't mind . " Later Jacob and the maids attempted to remove Angela from Soraya . However , they failed miserably . The girl had her arms locked around Soraya's torso with the strength of a seasoned octopus , " No ! I want Mommy ! " Angela said . Soraya was … 100 % trapped . After a beat of awkward silence and mild struggle . Jacob cleared his throat " You could just stay with Angela . Her bed is big enough . " Soraya looked at Angela , and after the little girl smiled at her , she conceded , " I guess we are sleeping together . " Angela nodded , and soon , they made their way back to her room . Jacob's daughter was , without a doubt , the happiest person on Earth at that moment . Angela beamed with so much joy it was as if she had just won the toddler lottery . The first prize ? One full - sized Soraya to cuddle all night . Soraya nearly laughed as Angela pointed to one side of the bed . " Mommy . Then , she tapped the other side . " Angel " okay " Soraya winked at Angela " I guess you've got it all figured out . Don't you ? " Angela nodded , then began arranging the pillows and her plushies Meanwhile , Suraya stood in the middle of the room , thinking . " Now , what am I going to wear to sleep ! " Avif on cue , Jacoli knocked on the half - open door Soraya found him holding one of his undershirts . He said , " You can wear this to sleep . You can bathe in Angela's bathroom . There are extra towels there . " I m not wearing your shart ," Soraya said Jatul frowned . He leaned against the doorframe , one brow raising " What's wrong with my sh " Can't I just borrow from the mauls ! " Soraya asked 355 PM P P Chapter 15 " I'm not letting you wear the maid's clothes ," Jacob objected . " What's wrong with the maid's clothes ? " Soraya demanded . " What's wrong with my clothes ? " Jacob shot back . Sensing an unnecessary argument about to unfold , Soraya accepted the shirt , saying , " But what do I wear underneath ? " " I figured you could wear it like a - like a conservative nightgown , " Jacob suggested . When Soraya didn't answer , he pointed behind him and proposed , " Or you can use my swim trunks . That might fit you . " No , thank you . " Soraya said . " I'll just lock the door . " Jacob stood by the door for a few more seconds , observing the glee on Angela's face . Soon , he said , " Goodnight , Princess . " " Night , Daddy , " Angela said , beaming . " Goodnight , Soraya ," Jacob said . Soraya turned to him awkwardly . " Goodnight , Mr. Steel ." " Call me Jacob , " he said . " I think we can skip the formalities . " " Okay Jacob , Goodnight , " Soraya said . That night , amidst the heavy rain , Angela clung to her as she slept , and somehow , Soraya didn't mind . The ache she often carried .. dulled for a while . In the stillness of her dream , she asked herself the one thing she didn't want to answer . ' Why did this feel so right ? "