Confessions of an Heiress

Chapter 20 - The Runaway Nanny

I ducked into Atlas' nursery hoping to avoid party guests...and caterers.
McCarthy McCatering? Whose idea was this? There are dozens of caterers in Legacy Land, and I know most of them. Why on earth would Robi choose them?? I mean doesn't he think that's a bit awkward?

Ok, if I can just steer clear of Nicole, I'll be ok. I'll be busy with the baby and the guests, right? Besides, I'm not the one running this party. I'll just stay busy and Robi and Mom will handle everything. I won't even have to talk to her. There's lots of people here. Plenty of places to hide. You've just got to get a grip on yourself Caliopie. It's been years. It doesn't matter anyway. You're making too much of this. Why am I so emotional? Oh I really hope I'm not pregnant again. That would not be cool.

Oh hi babe. I didn't hear you come in. Are you looking for me?

Oh, I was just looking to see where Atlas was. I thought he might do better with a nap before everyone arrives. But it looks like you've got that covered.

Way ahead of you babe. This party is going to be great. I don't want you to worry about anything.

Please don't spit up on Daddy's clean shirt little guy.
So did you see George McCarthy's son? He's running around with James I think. I can't believe how big that kid has gotten.

(rule of thumb: when in doubt - just play dumb)
George McCarthy's son?

Yeah. He and his wife, you knew they got married, right? I thought I told you. I forget her name, but she's the caterer.

Oh *gulp* really? You hired the McCarthy's to cater?

Yeah. I used to have a contract to spray their coffee bars, and the grocery store. She used to give me free samples. Nice lady. I'll introduce you.

He looks pretty tired. Do you want me to put him down for a nap?

Mister Legalos, I need some help moving the warming tables. Could I trouble you for a little manpower?

No, no no, this isn't happening. Maybe if I don't move she won't see me.

No problem. I've got a stinky diaper on my hands here, let me just pass off the birthday boy for a diaper change.

Oh. It's you then. I remember you. I see you've gotten over your allergy to diapers?

She recognizes me? Oh crap. Don't panic Cali. Don't panic, don't panic, don't panic.

I can't believe you've got this one changing diapers. You'd think she'd find another line of work by now.

Excuse me?

Oh well when she came by the McCarthy place a few years back, I think Jared was just a little wee, and Jocelyn weren't even born yet, this one came around looking for a nanny job.

Nanny job?

Yes! Showed up with her little suitcase and everything.

Suitcase???

I leave her alone for two minutes with Mr. Jared and his dirties and she goes running from the house, crying something awful about being allergic to diapers. Never seen anything like it. Nicole and I still get a good laugh over it. I can't believe you've got her for a nanny. You must not have had her long. She won't last, I'll warn you right now.

I'm sorry, but I think you've got the wrong person. This is my wife.

What? Went and married your own help? I can't keep up with you royals. You were on that tv show. I remember you.

Well, that was how we met.... but

Yes, I watched that one. Naughty Nanny Nuptials. Voted for you once or twice I think. Well she might be nice to look at but she's no good in the diaper department. You royals really should stick to your money blood lines and not go around marrying your help. I know it might be trendy but it can get you into hot water.

I'm sorry but that's not exactly how it went....

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