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Amber’s POVHearing him address me like that did something to me and I wasn’t sure why especially when he put his arms over my shoulders. He never behaved that friendly with me since I have known him so why now. Even after I explained how I knew him, it still felt like he wasn’t satisfied, more like he doubted me and that was when I remembered. Vee mentioned that they were rivals and my boss just saw me being friendly with his rival. Great, just great Amber. Back home, I tried to shake off the tension. Cooking was my comfort, my way of moving past everything. If not that I needed a stable income, I would have opened a restaurant but I didn’t have a sponsor so I settled for the available. Making my way to his study, “Dinner’s ready,” I called.“I don’t remember asking you to cook, Amber.” He said with raised brows. “I just thought you needed something to eat since you haven’t had any and don’t worry, it’s not poisoned.”“You think am scared of poison?” He scoffed. “I just don’t li

Amber’s POVThe first day at work felt heavier than I expected. My outfit, the only decent clothes that seemed harmless at least to me, didn't sit well with some people. Not that I cared, I just wanted to make a good impression with the people I would be working with but the whispers started the moment I stepped into the office.“They’re really letting anyone in these days,” one woman said with disgust shown all over her face. “Did she even try? That outfit, really?” another sneered. I kept my head high, walking with my confidence and pretending not to hear. Pretending became an art over the years.But someone had heard. And it wasn’t just anyone.“Amber,” a voice cut through the murmur, low and angry. I looked up to find Adrian standing there, eyes sharp like they were boring into my soul. “You are not going to a meeting dressed like that.”I swallowed, keeping my composure. The look on his face was filled with irritation. His tone was demeaning and full of that arrogant authority

Amber’s POV By the time I got home, my head was a mess. Everything felt unreal. Last night, the interview. Him. Adrian Volkov, my boss. I pushed the door open and barely stepped inside when Vee appeared in front of me. “Amber!” she grabbed my arms. “Where have you been? Do you know how worried I was?” I let out a breath. “You might want to sit down for this.” Her eyes lit up instantly. “That bad or that good?” “Both.” That was all it took. We were on the couch in seconds. “Start talking,” she said, practically vibrating with excitement. I hesitated for a second. Then I said it. “I didn’t come home last night.” “Well, I know that’s why I was worried. What happened last night? What were you…” Vee froze. Then slowly, a grin spread across her face. “No way.” “Yes way.” “Amberrrr!” she squealed, hitting my arm. “You did not!” “I did.” “With who?!” I ran a hand through my hair. “That’s where it gets complicated.” “Complicated how?” I looked at her. “The man from

Amber’s POV I knew the moment I stepped into that office that today was going to ruin me. Not because of the interview nor because of the building. Because of him. He was sitting behind the desk like he belonged there, like the entire world bent itself around his existence yet somehow, I wasn’t surprised. Of course he was rich, he was powerful. Of course the man I had a one-night stand with had to be him, Adrian Volkov, my potential boss. My stomach twisted, what was the point of this interview anyway? I shouldn’t have given in to Vee now look at where this got me. His eyes were on me now. Calm and Unreadable, like last night didn’t happen. “Miss Amber,” he said, voice smooth, almost indifferent, as usual. “You’re late.” “I…” I swallowed quickly. “I’m not late. I was told to come in at…” “You were told to be prepared,” he cut in. My lips pressed together. Okay. So this was how it was going to be. Professional. Cold. Like he didn’t have his hands on me just hours ago. “

I met Vee standing outside the gate, and the moment she saw me, she rushed forward and pulled me into a tight hug. That was all it took. The tears came rushing out before I could stop them. “I’m so sorry,” she murmured, rubbing my back. “Aaron has always been a scumbag. I don’t expect much from him already. Wipe your tears, baby. He’s not worth it and besides, this might actually be good news.” I pulled back slightly, sniffing. “Good news? How is any of this good news, Vee?” Vee sighed, brushing my hair away from my face. “Because now you’re free. Free to meet someone who actually deserves you. Amber, you gave that man everything and he still treated you like you were nothing.” I let out a weak laugh. “You’ve been saying that for two years.” “And I was right for two years,” she shot back. She wasn’t wrong. When Aaron and I met, she said he was giving fakery but I felt she would warm up to him after a while but she didn’t. There were times Aaron made me feel small, especiall

“Amber!!! Get your ass out of that bed!” Vee said, dragging my legs. I groaned, dragging a pillow over my head. “Your job is the only thing keeping us afloat for now, and you are not about to lose that job because of your reckless sleeping habit,” Vee, my best friend shouted. Okay, maybe she had a point. Yawning, I sluggishly got out of bed and shot her an annoyed look. Yes, I have a bad sleeping habit, but she was being dramatic. “Alright, Vee, I’m awake. I’ll just freshen up,” I mumbled. “Better,” she said. I could still hear her voice from outside my room, and I just shook my head. One minute she’s my best friend, and the next she acts like a mother who would whoop my ass if I misbehaved. If Vee didn’t drag me out of bed every morning, I’d probably be homeless by now. “Vee, I’m leaving. Take care of yourself!” I called as I hurried out of the house. I got to the office, hoping the supervisor wasn’t there yet then I saw people gathered at the notice board