Chapter 6

Francisca's POV

 At 4 a.m., I woke up, and the sky was still dark. This is nothing new for me to wake up when the sun hasn't appeared. However, today is different than usual because today is my first day working as a secretary. I had prepared the best work clothes I had last night, and I did this so I wouldn't have to worry in the morning.

 Because I didn't want my clothes to get dirty, I chose to have breakfast first in a bathrobe. After that, I wore the clothes I had prepared. A white blouse with balloon sleeves and a plunging neckline. I combined it with a span skirt below the knee in a light cream color and then let my hair down.

 Before leaving, I once again looked at myself in front of the mirror to ensure there were no flaws in my appearance today.

 "Perfect!" I muttered, looking at the reflection of my appearance.

 It was still 15 minutes past 5. I left my residence and walked along the sidewalk to get to the MRT station, which was located about 1 km away. It's pretty far for someone who isn't used to it, but for me, it's very close because I've done it often. Today, I will go by train because it is the cheapest compared to other modes of transportation.

 I walked along the sidewalk accompanied by the still-dark sky. Because the weather was cold, I wore a calf-length jacket to ward off the cold New York temperatures. The weather in New York also often doesn't match the weather predictions. Fortunately, my body doesn't get sick quickly because if I got sick easily, it would be very troublesome, especially since my boss doesn't seem like someone who wants to be kind to others. At least, that's what I caught when he and I communicated.

 The station was quiet when I got there, and I saw several people sleeping near the stairs or chairs waiting for the train. However, even though it was quiet, I didn't need to worry because the train would come soon.

 I sat on one of the chairs there and played with my cell phone to get rid of my boredom. Short videos about gardening and cute animals keep my fingers from pressing the like button. When I heard the rumbling sound of the train, I immediately stood up and approached the platform.

 Now I'm in the train car and sitting near the window. I ordered a warm coffee with milk to drink and enjoy throughout the trip. Arriving at the destination station, I rushed to the company. It's already five past 47 minutes. I don't have much time to walk there, but I'm sure I won't be late.

 Just like the station is quiet, this giant company is also still modest. There are only a few workers whose job is to clean the company, not all of them.

 "Am I an office girl? It's not even office time yet," I muttered as I stepped closer to the elevator.

 "But I have to accept it! Whatever Mr. Alex and Ms. Jessica say, I have to do it, or something bad will happen. That couple matches, even if you look at it in the blink of an eye. They are both heartless!" I mumbled again, discussing my new boss with myself.

 "Hah, it's better to have a cruel boss than to be unemployed."

 The elevator dinged, and slowly, the doors opened automatically. I stepped out and went to my work desk in front of Mr. Alex. I didn't sit down immediately because I just put down the bag I brought to hold my things.

 I stepped away from my desk and walked towards the room at the end of the floor. A space that stores cleaning tools. Next, I sweep this entire bed area and continue with mopping. This is very tiring. I haven't even done my main job and feel like going home. However, no! Once again, I need to remind myself about the debt that is not small.

 I got excited again and scrubbed the floor with full force. I ensured the floor would be immaculate and look new so my boss would be happy and then intend to give me a raise.

 After cleaning the spacious 5th floor, I washed my hands and started mixing food for my boss's breakfast. This breakfast was straightforward because I made toast and coffee, even though I didn't know if he would like it.

 After breakfast was ready, I took him into my boss's room, and soon, my boss and his girlfriend came holding hands and talking.

"You're doing quite a good job," he said.

 "It would be great if you would clean all the floors in this building, but there's no need. What did you give me for breakfast today?" he continued asking.

 "I made toast and coffee, sir."

 "That's all? You didn't make it for my lover?" he asked.

 "I thought it was just you, sir. Then, I'll go out and make breakfast for Ms. Jessica." I was about to leave before the voice of my boss's girlfriend interrupted me.

 "Don't make carbohydrate food. Make me salad and tomato juice!"

 I just nodded, then walked out to make the order. Salad and tomato juice were easy, but unfortunately, I had problems with the blender. The blender won't work even though I've done it as usual. This happened for a long time until one of the office assistants came to help me. I'm not sure this incident won't get me into trouble later.

 Finally, after quite a long time, I brought the salad and juice to Mr. Alex, and I could see the annoyed look on Mrs. Jessica's face.

 "You make breakfast in the kitchen or London, flower girl! So long!"

 "Sorry, Ms., I didn't mean to make you wait too long, but the blender in the kitchen wasn't working earlier," I said in the hope that Mrs. Jessica would be kind enough to forgive me.

 "If you're smart, you can go to the kitchen on another floor to make juice instead of waiting until the blender starts working again."

 "Never mind, Honey. Forgive her. Did you know she was just a flower seller before? She doesn't understand the fast-paced way this company works." In my heart, I shouted thank you to Mr. Alex. He has saved me.

 "Fransisca, tell me my schedule for today!" he ordered.

 "I have to return to my desk to get the phone and look at your schedule, sir. Is that possible?"

 "Go."

 I walked, but it seemed like I was running because it didn't take long for me to return to Mr. Alex and prepare to explain his schedule. However, I had to stay near the door because I didn't want to disturb their kissing activities. I could only gulp, seeing how their lips were fighting, but I immediately averted my gaze and looked in another direction.

 "What are you doing there?" The curt voice entered my ears.

 "I-I just want to read Mr. Alex's schedule for today, Ms," I said, half stuttering. I don't know since when I felt that this woman had succeeded in suppressing my soul.

 "Don't you know any manners? Don't you see that this is your boss's room and a door is there? Can't you knock?!"

 "Sorry, Ms. I only said that because I realized I had made a mistake.

 "You have to get punished, which is giving me a massage!"