ALYSSA’S POV. “Miss Brown, is it a crime if I have the picture of my goddaughter in my office.” He asked, and I quickly shook my head, “You can sir” I brought my head down, and I heard him sighed. “Do you have any idea if she likes you because I know Chelsea can be picky, especially with her Nannies.” He asked again and I frowned. Why’s everyone saying Chelsea was picky, She isn’t picky whereas she’s just a cute little girl searching for a friend and a right Nanny. “Yes sir, little Chelsea likes me and the feeling is mutual because she’s so cute, smart. She’s intelligent sir, can you believe she did her assignment herself without my help and.....” I refrained myself from saying more. Gosh, I can’t believe I just fished out those words in front of my boss. “Uhm, I’m sorry, sir.” I apologized, but he waved it off, wait is that a small smile on his face. “Tell me my schedule for today, Miss Brown.” I brought my IPad out since I was with it and scrolled through his schedu
ALYSSA’S POV. The day dragged slowly and after a long boring day; it was time to go pick Chelsea from school. I entered the already waiting Bentley and Chris drove straight to the school. “Nanny Lyssa.” Chelsea squealed as she saw me. She hugged me tightly with a huge smile on her face. “Hey baby, how are you?” “I’m fine and you.” “I’m fine. Let’s go home.” I helped her into the car. I also climbed in. Chris exchange some words and free greeting from Chelsea as he drives home. Throughout her bath, Chelsea kept me busy with her non-stood chatting about her friends and teachers. “Baby, what do you want for lunch?” I asked, going through the food stuff. “The same cupcakes, those delicious ones.” She yelled excitedly, and I laughed. “Sure, let’s get to work.” We got to the kitchen, and it surprised me to see a chef, an actual chef. He was preparing lunch, and I felt bad. “Good afternoon, sir.” I greeted, and he turned swiftly. “Oh, hello dear.” He said, and I can hear a
XAVIER’S POV. My office felt so mundane without having Alyssa in it. These days I don’t know what’s wrong with me, I no longer concentrate on my work but instead my mind is always thinking about a certain sexy secretary. I want to stop it, I don’t want to think about any female, not after the promise I made to Charlotte. I can’t let her down, not after everything she went through, I will keep my promise and make sure I stay clear of any woman. A bitter smile graced my lips at the thought of her, my Lottie. I couldn’t forget her, I’ve tried, I’ve really tried, but I’m unable to forget her. She was the best thing that has ever happened in my life and I want it to remain that way, she left a beautiful gift before leaving, and I promised to cherish that gift until I die. Oh, Lottie, I’ve missed you so much, I wished you were here to see how grown up our daughter is. I sighed and rested my head on my chair, closing my eyes. ~~~~~~~ FLASHBACK Two couples could be seen running
ALYSSA’S POV. I stepped down from the cab and saw a familiar figure sitting on the ground crying. I walked towards the figure and squat down. “Hey, are you okay?” I asked as I touched her shoulder. She raised her head up, and I could see trails of tears on her face. “What’s wrong?” I asked again, and she sniffed. “I’ve s…something to tell you, Alyssa.” She said and sniffed again. “Go on.” I urged. She cleaned her face before looking at me. “It’s about Frank.” I paused and listened to what she was saying. I was angry, shocked, and happy. I didn’t know Frank could do such a thing to a young innocent girl. “Don’t worry, I will talk to him, although we’re not on good terms, but I’ll make sure to talk some sense into him, okay.” She nodded and wiped her tears. “Don’t cry again.” I stood up and picked her with me. “You need to go inside and rest, I’ll talk to you tomorrow.” I hugged her and watched as she entered their apartment. What on earth is wrong with Fra
ALYSSA’S POV. The blaring sound of my annoying alarm woke me up from my peaceful sleep. My dreams felt so real, it was about a certain someone I have a huge crush on, and I dreamt about him kissing me like his life depended on it. Fuck you alarm. I did my usual morning routine then went to the living room, I met Mum sitting on the couch going through some ROM com. She loves watching k-dramas, and I’m also a huge fan of them, before I started working, we always had a night of movie marathon. Watching different k-dramas in one night. “Good morning, mum.” I hugged her from her back. “Hi honey, how was your night?” “It was fine, mum.” I looked around the living room but couldn’t find Frank, “Mum, where’s Frank?” “He went out early, didn’t know where he was going, and he didn’t bother telling me.” She shrugged. She may act nonchalant and all that, but I know she’s worried sick, that was the perk of being a mother. “Mum are you okay.” “Yeah, I’m good now go get some breakfast bef
ALYSSA’S POV. After taking a nice hot bath to relieve all my stressed muscles, I went back to the living room. “Hey Aly, come eat dinner.” I heard Mum’s say. “Thanks, mum.” I pecked her cheek and saw Maria still seating on the couch, “Maria, come on.” She shook her head. “Oh, I’m filled up already. Mum fed me.” She said with a blush, while I smiled. “Okay.” I sat down as mum placed my food on the table, I munched on it hungrily. “Mum, remember I’m going to the party tomorrow.” She hummed and asked, “what time are you leaving?” “At 10:00pm.” Wait for it, Aly. “What! Ten that’s so late, are you going for clubbing.” She flared up, and I groaned. “Mum, I’m not going to any club, it’s just a party, a company party and like I told you before, I must be there since I’m the boss’s secretary.” I continue munching on my food. “I know, but ten is too late.” She signed and said, “do you have anything suitable to wear?” “No mum, but I’m go
XAVIER’S POV. I took my cuff links and wore them under the squinting gaze of Chelsea. “Where are you going, Daddy?” Chelsea asked for the umpteenth time and I sighed. “I’ve told you before baby, I’m going to a business dinner party, and I’ll be home late. So go to bed and don’t wait for me.” I said as a matter of fact and she nods. I remembered how she waited for me when I attended one late dinner party, she refused to go to bed and waited even though it was midnight, she still didn’t sleep. After fixing my red tie, I looked at myself in the mirror and smiled. Still handsome as ever. “Daddy looks handsome.” My little angel complimented, and I smiled. “Thank you baby.” I kissed her cheek. “I have to go, baby.” I picked her up and dropped her in her room. “Bye.” She kissed my both cheeks. I entered my black Ferrari and drove off to Alyssa’s house according to the address written on her employment contract. I parked the car as I got there and gestured for Chris
XAVIER’S POV. I glared at their backs as they took the road to the backstage. I was still standing, baffled at MK's utterance and also Alyssa’s. I can’t believe she dare go against me, even when I insisted on her not doing it. She better get ready to receive her punishment for defiling me when she comes back, but to think about it, this is actually the first time my secretary is talking back at me and making her own decisions. Impressive. I took a sip from my wine and watched as some businessmen tried to come my way, but my stare discouraged them. I don’t want any connection or contracts with those people, people who lie and cheat their partner for better gain or profit. “Can I have your attention please?” A feminine voice called out and my eyes darted to the stage. She was a red haired lady, looked beautifully clad in a red glaring straight gown that matched the color of her hair. She looked immaculately beautiful, like someone who just ditched me for some model job, I shook