I was startled by my friend's scream and touch. “U-Uhm, sshh… Don't scream, Gee. You are really embarrassing,” I said in a low tone.
"Ahh— S-sorry, Sir," he apologized to the person next to me.
He barely nodded at Gee. Then he focused his stare at the closed elevator.
“Charmane Cordova! You witch, I don't know much. Get ready later after our work. You are deceitful,” Gee whispered to me.
"I don't know what you're saying there," I whispered as well.
“Oh, innocent?. Hmp! I'm mad at you. Don’t talk to me.” This gay was really upset and even made fun of me.
I would have answered but the elevator opened. So, I needed to cut our conversation. I glanced at Gee. “Talk to you later…” I whispered, then I followed Mr. Hernandez.
He immediately got inside his car without staring in my direction. I hesitated to get in his car. So I stopped and didn’t know
We immediately left when I came back from the restroom. He never asked again about what he asked me a while ago, thanks, God. We didn’t even talk while we were in the car back with the company.When we came to the company, I again focused on what I still needed to know. I needed to review all the rules as his temporary secretary.Oh my! The amount I have to study. My head is hurting. Why should I suffer here? Of all others out there who are better, why is it me? I am satisfied with my position in the accounting department. I already know all the work there, not like here that I still have to adjust for my daily routine.Because I was busy I didn't know what time it was. I'm focused on what I'm doing."Hep!" I immediately looked up at the one who startled me. "Maybe you'll get rich suddenly!"I was shocked because I didn’t notice Gee appearing in front of me. “Gee, again. Wh
I would have left his office because being with him in his office made me feel uncomfortable. Most especially the way he glanced at me. It was always giving me damn feelings.I even overcame running non-stop along the highway. If I could just snatch out of his eyes, I would have done."Excuse me, Sir," I said goodbye to him, turning away."Wait, Miss Cordova," he said firmly, stopping me from coming out."Do you have anything else to order?" I turned around again but I wasn't glancing at his eyes.“Nothing. Don't leave first. Come here and join me with this coffee,” he said, still looking straight at me.I don't want that, the heat of the weather, to add even more the warmth of his gaze.“B-but, Sir, I still have work to do and finish my work. I just can’t join you,” I reasoned, even though it was true, I wasn’t really doing anything importan
[Brad POV]"Hey, dude, are you with me?" I turned to Albert. "I'm talking to you, but you're not listening, where's your mind floating right now?"“Yes. What is it again?” I asked because he was right, I was not paying attention.“Oh. I think someone is bothering you,” he said while shaking and smiling.“Just don’t mind my silence. Anyway, what are you doing here? Do you need anything?” I said while getting my paperwork on the table.“See, you're not listening. What are you thinking?”"Nothing." I looked up at him.“Okay. If not, then let me guess who is bothering you at this point.” He even put his index finger to the edge of his lips and thought.“Guess who?” I turned my attention back to what was being done.“I think I already know. Is it her?”I frowned and looked at him aga
[Charmane POV]"Miss Cordova."I was surprised when someone called me. Suddenly my sleepy spirit woke up. I turned around and answered alertly."Y-yes, sir?""Have you finished the papers I need today for the meeting?" he asked in a serious voice.“Yes, sir. It's done.” I stood up and was about to give it to him. But he suddenly turned away. "Sir, wait… Here are those documents—"“Bring that to my office now. And please with a cup of coffee.” I was handed it to him, but he did not even take it.Ugh! He’s really annoying! About the kiss yesterday, I swear it will not happen again. It has no malice. Act normal, Charmane, I still whispered to myself while brewing a coffee.I calmed myself for a while before entering his office. "Here's your coffee and the documents that you needed, Sir." When I put down the coffee and th
As a result of my contemplation, I did not notice that I had reached the elegant subdivision that I am looking for. I read the big name of the subdivision.'Castillo De Amore.' Wow, it’s a Spanish phrase, huh. Nice one.As far as I can see the outside of the subdivision, is really affluent. It's so beautiful, to think that I'm just outside. What if I'm already inside? I guess the houses there are mansions.Since the place is exclusive, of course, their security is strict. The numerous security teams scattered outside and inside the gate. Usually, in other subdivisions, there are only has two or three guards at the entrance.“Good evening, Ma’am. Where are you going?" the guard asked me."Ferrer residence," I replied.He took a logbook from the guardhouse, then returned. "Can I have your name and ID, Ma'am?" he asked politely.
[Charmane POV]“H-hi. Good evening, ”I greeted them while my eyes were set only on my boss. But I immediately withdrew because I was really confused. I feel like ice cream that melts the way he stared."Oh, hi, lady, good evening," his companion greeted.“Ahm, by the way, this is Charmane. Charm, this is Greg Ferrer, the owner of this house.”Oh, he is Greg? The luck of the girlfriend to this person."Nice meeting you, Charmane." Mr. Ferrer extended his hand and I accepted it even though it was awkward.“Same here, Mr. Ferrer. ”“It would be nice if you just call me. Well, you’re really beautiful and you’re perfect for each— ” He couldn’t say what to say next because the person next to him kicked him gently.I felt awkward. I feel like both my cheeks are red. What could that Albert have said here to this Greg?
[Brad POV]I had been looking for Charmane everywhere but I don’t know where to find her. Bea took her because they were just going to talk for a while. But it had been ten minutes since they left. Earlier I was still almost winding all around. so, I decided to go back to our table, only to find out that she was already there with Albert and Amanda.I smiled as I walked in their direction. They did not notice me because they were busy chatting.“Hey, guys. I think I can hear my name in your conversation.” the two looked at me. "Did you two tell her something about me?" I saw Charmane’s pale face. She froze when she heard my voice.“Oh, dude. We built you a good image to Charm,” the two replied.I just shook my head and smiled. “Good. You, where have you been? I've been looking for you a while ago. And where is Bea?” I asked Charmane.“Bea an
“Look, I don't care if she's your girlfriend or not! Because in the first place, I know where's my place is.”"She's not my girl," Brad repeated.I turned to him and then smiled wryly. I looked at his eyes down to his soft lips. I raised my fingers to touch it. I didn’t know where did I get my strength to do that. It was just as if my hand just had the brain to do that."Why so defensive, huh?" I looked at his eyes again while my fingers were still touching his lower lip. "There is no us, right?"He swallowed while staring into my eyes. With the scent of his breath, it was as if I was really losing myself and my knees were weakening as well. Is this what they are saying that when you get drunk you dare to do what you can't do when you are sane?