Commotion

“How long do we have to be here mommy.”

“We’ll be here for a little bit until we can find an apartment. Don’t worry okay mommy will fix it.” Leticia hugged her daughter taughtly as she began to cry more.

After calming her she made her way to finish kitchen duties. The day had finally passed without any issues and before Leticia could blink she was already home.

She continued her daily ritual. She made food and bathed her daughter. Just a regular day for her. As the hours went by it was finally time to sleep.

She began to undo the blankets and getting ready to tuck Maria as they headed to bed. They both lived within the mansions grounds. Thankfully they didn’t have to share a room with the rest of the maids thanks in part to the head maid. Very few maids opted to live within the mansion grounds but of the few who did, they were allowed to dorm in a cottage like building a mile away from the mansion. The building looked quite similar to a small 1 family house but currently housed about 5 maids including the head maid.

“Maria. My love come here.” Leticia layed in bed as she extended her arms out for Maria.

Maria had been playing with a small teddy bear her father had gifted her on her birthday. It was one of the few toys that she could bring with her. She wanted to continue playing but she listened and made her way to her mother.

“Mommy. I don’t like this place. I’m the only little girl here and I’m always getting told to move.” Maria explained as she hugged her mother tightly.

“My poor baby girl. It’s only for a little bit more. You’ll be starting school soon and you won’t have to worry about feeling like that anymore.” Leticia held onto her.

Life right now could be hard but she knew that all she needed was Maria to feel fulfilled.

Chicago ( 10 months later: June)

“Meeting’s over. Thank you for everything. We’ll keep talk about the new building we’re opening up in the next meeting.” Felix quickly stood up as he made his way out. It was customary for the head to leave first.

As he walked his secretary made his way from behind. The hallway felt like an eternity. His sworning in went as smoothly as possible. So far he was considered an amazing successor. The company growth had gone up by 20% something that made the elder Easton very proud of.

“What’s next on the schedule.” Felix spoke as the secretary pressed the button of the elevator. He seemed tired as though he hadn’t been sleeping very well. It was true that being the head of a company as well as the head of the Easton family was not easy but he managed well.

“We have a meeting with the Japanese faction. They are having issues with that family, according to the head of the Kiyama family. Seems like they are overstepping onto their territory.” The secretary spoke.

“Heh. Even at this age we have to deal with territory problems.” Felix Jr spoke unamused.

Secretary J had been working with the family for many years and had been the older Easton’s right hand man for many years. Although he was only a couple years older that Felix Easton jr, he had worked within the family for 20+ years. Taking after his grandfather who worked with the older Easton. He was allowed to step down once the older Easton retired but was asked by the previous head to stay by the new heads side. He knew every part of the history surrounding the Easton Family.

“The Bruni family have quite a couple sticky fingers in that family. Every family and faction knows we have a couple of businesses with the Kiyama faction. Seems like that’s their way of starting things up again. Is that everything for today?” Felix Jr continued.

“That should be everything. Also Demetrius is leaving today and departing for Saint John.”

Felix remained silent. By all means he was not a neglecting father but he was incapable of showing affection to his son. Of course after all he had never received love from his father. Yet he wanted what was best for the young Demetrius. Part of him knew that to built his character he couldn’t dote on him like his father did. He believed in Demetrius as the next heir and so he created a schedule for him to encompass everything he needed for when he would be the next head.

“Good. Now shall we head the Japanese district. let’s go pay a visit to the Kiyama faction.”

Saint John, Mansion Easton (Same Day)

“Today is a super busy day. Make sure that everything is spotless. The young sir is going to be making his way here today and according to Sir Felix everything needs to be perfect. Got it!”

“YES!” “Yeah!” “Yup” “Correct” the maids shouted in unison.

The maids had gathered to hear the notice that the head maid had posted. Normally Sir Felix was barely home. Though he was retired he had many friends who had retired at the same time and so he spent most of his time playing poker with them. Although he seemed rough around the edges, he always treated the maids with much respect. Although he lived by himself there was 2 reasons why there were so many maids: 1. He was lonely and 2. for protection. You could never truly retire without protection as the the previous head there were always going to be enemies ready to strike.

“Leticia wait!” The head maid spoke as she dismissed everybody.

“Yes.” Leticia stopped and looked over to Moe. She was rather nervous as this was the first time being called out.

“I know Maria is on summer break right now. But please make sure she’s out of sight of Sir Felix grandson. I don’t want any issues and I’ve heard the child is rather spoiled.” She softly spoked. She looked around almost as though she was scared Sir Easton would pop up.

“Don’t worry I made sure to let Maria know that she can’t go out to play today and I’ll let her know she can’t go out to play for a while until the summers over.” Leticia replied.

Thankfully everybody had received a warning from the head butler about the young Demetrius coming today. This was the first time he was coming over from Chicago. There was already rumors going around with the maids that the young child was very bratty. This made the maids extra worried and scared.

The day went by rather smoothly and soon the morning quickly turned to afternoon and so the sounds of a car pulling up could be heard from inside. A lovely Cadillac made its way to the mansion’s gate.

The mansion that was situated in a nice town was considered a vacation home for the rich. Every mansion was a couple miles away from each other. All were gated, there were rumors floating around that most of those families were also mafia families.

This was Saint John a community outside of chicago. Known for its nature and forestry, behind it was influence and elegance, many parties were thrown here in the summer.

“Is everybody ready to greet the young sir?!” Moe shouted as she hovered toward the front of the grand door.

“One last thing. Make sure everybody looks presentable.”

Moe quickly opened up the door and made her way down the stairs. The maids soon followed as they lined up by opposite sex. A total of 10 maids and the head maid and master butler stood nicely by the car. 5 maids stood on the right and 5 butlers stood in the left.

A black Cadillac pulled in and made a stop in front of them. The chauffeur quickly got out and opened the right side door and soon Madeline made her way out.

You could feel the nerves in the air. Madeline kindly stood by the door and greeted everybody. The chauffeur opened the back door and soon Demetrius came out.

“GOOD AFTERNOON SIR DEMETRIUS!” The maids and butlers spoke in unison.

The young Demetrius stood silent. Many of the maids were scared to make eye contact. Many had her heard rumors about the family and made sure not to meet Demetrius gaze. but of the few who did were completely stunned by his beauty. To think that he was only 7 years old.

Demetrius was not just another Easton family member. Elizabeth, his mother was a model whose beauty was the most renowned during her career. He was also taller for his age group. His hair was cut medium length, dark and wavy. His eyes were his main feature, they stood out the most. Deep green eyes that reminded you of a green eyed cat. He was extremely handsome even for such a young age. There no doubt that he would a lady’s man in the future.

It felt like an eternity of silence until Demetrius smiled.

“Good afternoon. Where’s my granpapa!” He moved his head at an angle trying to decipher where his grandfather might be.

This shocked the maids. They had a very different image of him. One of the spoiled bratty child.

“Sorry for the wait. Sir Easton had a small dinner meeting he had to attend.” Moe spoke rather shocked.

“I see. Can I go explore outside.” He spoke politely. He kept a smile as he looked over at Moe.

“Ah sure. According to master butler Adam, Sir Easton should be here by 8.” The head maid spoke as she wondered why he would ask for permission in the first place.

“Nice. Madeline is supervising me so no need to come look after me.” He grinned as he made his way to the field of grass. Some of the maids had begun to take out the luggage inside the Cadillac.

Leticia made her way back to the mansion. She seemed worried about Maria as it was time for her to come back from school. Today was her last day.

“Hopefully she’s inside like I told her.” She softly muttered as she went back to the kitchen.

Demetrius had made his way a couple of feet away from the mansion. Madeline had followed behind quickly as well.

It was true that Madeline was his personal maid and somewhat babysitter. She oversaw his schedule, made sure to pick him up from school and going to all his school meetings.

“I thought he would be here waiting for me.” Demetrius spoke making his way down the path of greenery. He spotted the maids main dormitory and made his way towards it.

“He had a final meeting with the heads before he fully retires. Also where do you think you’re going.” She spoke up as she tried stopping him. He normally wasn’t this handful.

“It’s my grandpas property. It’s not like I’m in danger.” He shouted.

That seem to help his case as Madeline made no further comment.

Madeline walked behind him making sure she wouldn’t take his eyes off of him. Suddenly he stopped.

“What happened?” She acted rather worried.

“Whose that? They were children here?” Demetrius spoke. He grinned and then smiled.

He ran as quickly as he could.

“Hey!”

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