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Zac the savior
Chapter 10 Zac the savior
FIVE YEARS LATER
DARBY’S APARTMENT, SAN FRANCISCO
“Easy there, Sinclair. I don’t want you having a bruised face!” Darby called out at her four years old son.
His nanny, Isabella laughed softly. “He is such an hard worker, so full of life.” She noted as the little boy settled to arrange his Legos after jumping off the couch.
Smiling to herself, Darby kept arranging the stuffs into the carton. She hates packing so much, but has no other choice but to do it. It has been a long time coming and she has to move on to make a better life for herself and Sinclair.
Five years ago, she had left Los Angeles with her few weeks pregnancy to save the life of her innocent child. She had been worried that her decision would flop at first, especially when she faced so much inconvenience during the first three months of her arrival in San Francisco. Darby doubted if she was capable of loving the child she carried. But her doubts were out of the window the first time she met her son, he was the most beautiful creature she has ever seen. And he still is, full of life and always putting a smile to her face.
Sinclair gave her a solid reason to live and keep working hard. Now she knows what it feels like to be loved and wanted. Leaving Los Angeles made her realize just how special she also is because Sinclair makes her feel very important.
“I think we are done with most major packing. We should be able to move tomorrow without any glitch.” Isabella said pulling her out of her reverie.
Darby clapped her hands in excitement. “Thank you so much, Bella. I wouldn’t have been able to do it all without you. I need to step out to see Zac real quick, please take care of Sinclair till I return.”
“You know I definitely would.” She assured.
Standing up, Darby checked herself to be sure she looked neat enough to step out in her attire. Grabbing her car keys, she kissed Sinclair hurriedly and left. Even though she could afford to have a personal driver, Darby preferred to drive herself around. It gave her a sense of independence, especially times when she needed to be alone.
The past five years haven’t been totally green, leaving Los Angeles with about a thousand dollar in hand was her only saving grace. Arriving at an unknown city, it didn’t take long for the money she relied on to disappear. Someone rubbed her on the street while she tried hard to find a place to work. Luckily for her, Zac, who has become a very important part of her life now was closing up his cloth store at the time when he saw the cold young lady next to his building shaking profusely from cold.
Darby, even though wary couldn’t refuse the help since she was stranded. He took her in, helped her settle in San Francisco by giving her the small room behind the store to live in, while her pregnancy grew. Zac was quite popular around town for his exceptional means of creating the most amazing designs from plain clothes for women majorly. Most ladies adore him for his commitment and brilliance. Without batting an eyelash, he began to teach and train Darby in the world of fashion. Being a fast learner, he didn’t have to strain himself to help her learn. Their relationship was smooth.
Few months after Sinclair was birthed, Darby ruffled up from delivery had bumped into a homeless looking teenage girl. And just like Zac had done to her, she let her live in the little space she shared with her son. Like a new born child, Isabella grew on Darby especially because she loved Sinclair so much and it was glaring. To keep living with her, Isabella offered to be Sinclair’s nanny and she couldn’t refuse. She needed Isabella just as much as the latter needed her.
Their life took a different turn three years ago when Darby had drawn up a major dress design for one of LA’s socialite who had come around to San Francisco for a show and needed an emergency dinner dress. Zac had been a bit under the weather and he had solely trusted her to come up with something intriguing. Working hard to make him proud, Darby gave the design her best and everyone loved it. Just like that, she carved out a name for her jinxed self. It took her a while to realize that the people she called family were the ones who were incapable to love.
Taking a turn that led to Zac’s fashion house, Darby parked her car three blocks away as there wouldn’t be much space for her to park in. It’s Zac’s most busy time of the year when different fashion and social shows are held. Most models and celebrities want their fittings and dresses done by Zac. Not just because of his brilliance, Zac is also very good looking and most women want to catch a glimpse of him. Except Darby, who has zeroed her mind against wanting any man.
Despite Zac’s open affection towards her, Darby can’t seem to let herself get swayed by it. She has learnt earlier that the best kind of love was self love and no one can give you that. Which is why she doesn’t mind sacrificing her entire self for her son to have a better life than she did.
Walking the rest of the way, she went through the back where the workshop is located. It was out of bounds for non staff, but there is always an exception for her.
“Someone looks really busy.” She teased behind Zac.
Turning his head from the mannequin he was styling, a bright smile appeared on her face. “Hey you.” He grinned, pulling her into a soft hug. “Are you ready?”
Darby nodded dipping both of her hands in her pocket. “I guess so. Isabella says we are done packing.”
“Come, let’s sit.” He urged, guiding her towards a couch away from the other staffs. “How do you feel.”
“Elated.” She admitted sincerely.
Her unique design had put her on the spot. An LA socialite, Desire King diverted the attention of her friends to Darby. So she has found herself becoming more busy with orders and getting preoccupied. Always having several deliveries to make to LA. In no time her name became quite popular. And just like her predecessor, Zac, Darby creates amazing designs. Considering her popularity amongst the people of California, she and Zac partnered to create a fashion house in LA which would be headed by Darby. That way she can respond to her clients closely.
Things changed for the best when FORBES called to inform her that she would feature among their under 30 most influential fashion designer and business woman. It was an unbelievable feat.
Zac smiled brightly at her. “I’m so proud of how far you have come, Darby. I am most glad to be a part of this journey. I do hope you won’t stop reaching out to me whenever you need help.”Property belongs to Nôvel(D)r/ama.Org.
“Zac.” She called out softly. “I know I might never get the chance to do this and it’s why I came here today. Thank you so much for being so nice enough to take me in. Even when you found out about my pregnancy, you still didn’t freak out. You gave me a reason to live and offered me a better life. Thank you so much. Sinclair and I would be forever grateful.”
He nodded, “I will forever be glad for helping you. Thank you for working hard too. You make me really proud.” He grinned stretching out his hands to hug her. “Be sure to remain happy, huh?”
Darby chuckled against his embrace. “Trust me. I will make use of my time really well.” She assured.
Los Angeles will never remain the same with her return. That’s a reassuring promise.