Chapter 12 - The Wilde Family

The trio had a ball of a time at the library. It was somewhere during lunch in the cafeteria that Alex whipped out her phone to call her butler. Scarlet couldn't help but listen in on the conversation. Jasper continued eating his sandwich unaffected, too used to the way rich people live.

"Yes, I think we can call her again. No, it isn't for me. It's for a friend. Huh? Oh, I think she wouldn't mind. The more the merrier. Mm, I'll see you later. Thank you Jenna."

"Jenna? Isn't that a female name?" Scarlet asked.

Alex hung up the phone and giggled. "Did you think that all butlers were male? She's my mother's butler and has been with the Wilde Family for about twenty years now."

Scarlet was intrigued. "Does that mean your father married into the Wilde Family?"

Alex smiled. People usually weren't as direct with words but this new attitude was refreshing. The only other person who was ever this frank with her was Jasper but that didn't count as they grew up together. Scarlet was someone whom Alex held with high regard and even before they received the letter of invitation, she thought that Scarlet was special.

"I guess you can say that. The Wilde Family is very influential and although my father is a very capable man, as the sole heiress to the Wilde name, my mother kept her name to continue the lineage. I was also made aware of the fact that should I find someone to marry one day, I am to keep the Wilde name."

Scarlet seemed amused by the explanation and snickered. "I think they would have no issues in letting you keep the Wilde name at all."

Jasper choked on his food and coughed when he heard that. He shot Scarlet a warning glare from beneath his bangs that went ignored as Alex fused over him. The gardener's son mentally marked Scarlet as a threat and swore to watch her closely. It was dangerous for Alex to be with such cunning witches. That remark wasn't made with no intention. She must have caught onto Alex's affection for him and perhaps his own developing feelings towards her. Alex might be dense but he wasn't. he knew what Scarlet was hinting at and his dislike for the girl started growing. Although he didn't know her too well, he wouldn't put it past the devil in angel skin to cook up trouble for them.

School ended early for those in the elementary classes. Usually, it ends somewhere during lunch and this is when most kids will stay back to play or do homework until their parents fetch them in the evening. Some, like Alex, would have guardians pick them up and the teacher must be informed. Today, Alex would be going back with not only Jasper but with Scarlet as well. That made the security guard pause. Unlike the teachers, he hasn't heard about the special students in the school.

"Sorry, if your friend goes back with you there has to be parental consent. As far as I am concerned, this young lady has instructions to head straight home via the bus."

Alex wanted to argue but Scarlet was already used to this kind of treatment. She remained expressionless and allowed the security guard to ramble on while they waited for Jenna to arrive.

The butler was stunned to see the young mistress of the house arguing with the security guard. Everyone in the Wilde Family knew of Alex's mild nature. She wouldn't usually start arguments with people unless they had gone too far.

"Excuse me, I am the butler from the Wilde Household. Has my young mistress done anything to offend you?"

The security was startled. He never expected to see a butler in this age and time or a female one at that.

"Sorry, it's just that I have strict instructions to ensure the safety of children heading home. This lady over here has strict instructions from her parents to see her board the bus at the bus stop when she leaves school."

Jenna didn't react externally even though Alex was fuming. How could Jasper and Scarlet remain so calm? The security guard was clearly in the wrong for assuming such things. Couldn't friends visit each other without the consent of their parents? besides, Scarlet's parents wouldn't be back for a while as they were both busy on business trips. Couldn't this man just mind his own business? She didn't need him telling her what she could and could not do for a friend. Scarlet needs a haircut and Alex was going to bring her to her house to get it done befo0re seeing her back. There was no need for this security guard to pry into personal affairs.

"I suppose you're just doing your job and I understand that. However, I have already received word from the Lady of the household to escort my young mistress and her esteemed friends. I suppose you do not require verification in person for my lady for that to happen, do you?"

It wasn't obvious to Scarlet but Jasper and Alex knew that Jenna was baring her fangs at the man. the security guard paled and backed off the case, even going so far as to apologise. Scarlet got into the black sedan feeling amazed that the Wilde Family had such influence. Jenna could lie through her teeth smoothly and get away with it. That was a skill Scarlet wanted to learn.

"My apologies that you had to see such an unsightly exchange earlier. My name is Jenna and I am the butler of the Wilde Family. It is a pleasure to meet you in person, Miss Scarlet. My young mistress has been telling everyone back home about you and we're thrilled to have you over."

"Jenna!" Alex blushed and tugged on the butler's sleeve.

Scarlet was amused. "Really? What did she say?"

"Jenna, say no more!" Alex ordered with flaming cheeks and Jasper grinned.

"Alex loved your beautiful hair and how doll-like you appeared. She's also jealous of your ability to be calm and collected as well as your true-to-self behaviour."

"Jasper!" Alex gasped at the traitor and Jenna chuckled. Scarlet was amused and decided to team up with Jasper poking fun at Alex who turned redder than a cooked lobster.

Back in the Wilde mansion, Mrs Wilde received a report about her daughter's new friend. She smiled gracefully and ordered the servants to ready a welcome tea party. As a rich heiress who didn't have to work or worry about money, Mrs Wilde was often bored. With such an interesting friend, things were about to become lively again and the lady of the household simply couldn't contain her excitement. She was going to enjoy herself thoroughly getting to know young Scarlet.