How she got home that night after the date she did not know. All she knew was that she did not give it another thought and she made a note to tell him to fuck off when she sees him on Monday. Like she really did not expect what he said and it was unnerving for her. He was her colleague, if she had known that he was a prick like that, she would not have agreed. Maybe because she wanted to see if she could get over Floyd or rather let herself date a man. Maybe that is why she agreed. She shook her head to get rid of the thoughts as she laid on her side as the sleep slowly crept in.***It was morning already. The sun rose and she prepared her kids for school while Sheba prepared their meals. She didn't want to be late so she dropped her kids off school while she told the cab to take her to work.She stepped out and paid the fare before scurrying in. She was resuming as Floyd's personal secretary and she did not know what to do with it. She met Mrs Liza on her way and she gave a small sm
She gulped hard. Her eyes trained on his clenched jaw and icy stare."I... Hmm, you see..." She suddenly stopped and thought of what next to say. She was just going to her ex husband that she was not interested in a man. She let out a deep breath."It is not what you are thinking it to be." She said."Apparently, Macaulay is not thinking like you." He cut in and she almost rolled her eyes."Why are you so worried to know about my relationship with another man?" The question threw him off guard that his mask faltered a bit but he knew he had to stay on the track."Aspen, don't drive this in another way. You clearly stated that this was a boss to secretary relationship. I am your boss and I need to know who to fire or maybe the both of you will do." He said for an heart beat and she faced him with dread visible in her orbs. When he saw it, a smile tugged at his lips and he relaxed further into his seat."I... I am not dating him. He only asked me to hang out and that was all." she explai
"What? Don't you believe me?" She asked him, her brows knitting in the process and he did not look at her as he spoke up."I have to hear his side of the story. That will give me a better judgment on what to do." Even though he knew that she was right, he still had to say the words. She gazed at him briefly. He was right. He was the boss. The owner of the company and he had to remain impartial. She turned on her heels to leave."Aspen," He called and she stopped without looking back. "Get me a cup of coffee."She gave no reaction and exited the office, hoping she would bump into Macaulay and give him the words of his life. Meanwhile, Macaulay was summoned.*** He was furious. His eyes was hard at the report that was brought before him. His fist clenched that his knuckles turned white at the what he has been trying to fix but all was in vain. All he worked for night and day was now in vain and was being presented to him in bloody sheet. His father's business has officially gone bank
"You must be kidding me." He spat at her like she had just suggested that he bathe naked in front of his employees. His eyes glared at her and she instantly regretted suggesting such. But it was the only way to her."You want to bait me by making me marry you even when our relationship is strained. You know what? Your advice is not accepted. You may leave." He said and she stared at him for a while before turning to leave.Did she make a mistake by giving him such a suggestion? Maybe he needed time to think about it.Richard sat in his office throughout the day, seething and trying to deal with issues at the office to the extent that he lost track of time. It was later his father called him asking him if he was avoiding home for failing. He barely said anything before he disconnected the call. Maybe he should let his father take back his business. *** Aspen stood before Floyd whose focus was on his laptop. "Sir, how may I help you?" She asked and he lifted his eyes from the laptop
What did she just hear? Her eyes were widened as she stood before Mrs. Liza. She had just entered the building after dropping her kids off and Mrs. Liza broke the news to her that Macaulay has been fired. Like he has been fired. Earlier this morning, Floyd had sent a message to her that he will arrive late but this news was really surprising her."But... Mr Floyd... He still looked he did not trust me." She hesitated the words but Mrs. Liza gave her a faint smile."You misunderstood him. He knew who Macaulay was and it was just a matter of time till he was kicked out. Don't beat yourself up to it." She said and Aspen gazed at her.So Floyd actually believed her.But why did he allow her to think so bad of him like that?What other things has he done to just make her feel hatred for him?She shook her head as Mrs. Liza patted her on her shoulders before walking off. She went to the office to take care of some things before Floyd came.** Richard picked the glass of water and downed i
Aspen followed Floyd out of the company after telling Mrs. Liza where they were heading to. Mrs. Liza had just smiled when she saw them and told them that everything will be fine even though Aspen had tried to make her do by herself to the business party. It just came sudden but as the time that they spent in the car went on, she realized that Floyd was actually helping. They soon got to the boutique and instead of her going through the racks it was Floyd who took it upon himself to choose the dress she would wear. She just followed him. He picked some gowns and passed it to her do try. Even when she tried to keep her heart from thinking that he was doing because he still loved her, she could not help the heart skip that happened when she came out of the dressing and the way he had stared at her like she was still his wife. He seemed to realize what he was doing so he shook his head and gave a tight nod."It is nice. Not flashy but elegant." He said and they proceeded to getting her s
"So you said you are the one that is going to be representing the company tomorrow and we will be meeting there?" Benny asked. He had already told her about the fact that he would be coming to attend the party and was also shocked to hear that his sister would also be coming."That is nice. This boss of yours is quite sensible." He said and she rolled her eyes. She knew how mad he would be when he finds out that her boss was her ex- husband. Not to even talk about the fact that she did not tell him how her ex- colleague had tried to assault her."I know right. So when will you be coming?" She asked him."I will give you a call as soon as I reach the venue. I need to drop off some clients dresses which she would also be wearing at the venue." He said and her brows knitted together."And who is this client?""You should know her. Nicole Lockhart." he replied and she snorted."She gave you a job." She said."Yes, you know her?""Well, she was responsible for Floyd divorcing me." She said
He pulled her to her feet. "What are you doing here?" She asked him. He smiled faintly. The man speaking long forgotten."I came to represent the company I work for." He said and her eyes flicked to Benny who stood there with his eyes zeroed in on Ace."Hmm, this is Ace. The neighbor I told you about." She said and Benny watched Ace stare back at him. Benny felt like there was something about this Ace. Like he was not who he painted himself to be to his sister. Ace extended his hand with a tight smile and Benny watched it for a second before taking it."Ace Spencer.""Benedict Gerald." They introduced themselves and shook their hands, their eyes not leaving each other."You are a fashion designer. I have heard of you. Your works are top rated even though you keep yourself exclusive to some wealthy people. A pity I won't get to wear your designs." Ace said with a shake of his head while Aspen just chuckled slightly."Since you are here, how about you carry on?" Aspen said and they so