Chapter 19

“YOU’RE late, Fatima."

I swallowed. Kier's face was serious when he spoke. But I can't tell if he's angry. I was still panting when I entered his office.

I tried to arrive at the right time but I was late. How can I not be late? He suddenly called Forever’s Beauty Cosmetics office and told me to go to his office in twenty minutes.

How do I do that in heavy traffic? I was about to explain when he suddenly ended the call. I wanted to shout at him but I couldn't.

I looked at him sitting in the swivel chair. I saw the playful smile on his lips. This man seemed to be playing with me and meant to annoy me.

He's annoying! If what I needed from him wasn't important, I would be leaving right now. I took a deep breath and calmed myself.

“I’m really sorry, Mr. Williams," I apologized.

"Sit down, Fatima," he gestured to the chair across from the table.

This man is used to calling me by my first name even when we are talking about work.

I sat down. I have yet to personally thank him for saving my