“I think we still have our jobs! We're on the list! My goodness, we did it!” Paul exclaimed as he checked the notice board in the hallway. “We did? Oh my goodness!” Didi squeals in excitement, and the whole team celebrates their win with a sigh of cheer and relief.While several people celebrated their wins, many others would be clearing up their desks and leaving. It's a bittersweet moment, and they couldn't rejoice in their win for long.Patrick approaches the announcement board, his hands in his pockets as he turns to address everyone in the room.“Please, if you're not on the list, you've been relieved of your duties, and we advise you to leave the premises immediately. Any company property in your possession should be handed over to HR. That would be all.” He leaves as the murmuring continues.“But this is unfair! Why do we have to get fired like this? On what grounds? Some of us have families to feed! The j0b market is shitty as it is, where do we start from?” One employee comp
The day of the presentations is finally here, and the office has never been so chaotic!Naomi had resumed her new position, and luckily, she was able to come up with her team members, of course.One could tell how happy the team members were that Naomi was now their team lead. She makes it so easy to want to follow her instructions, and most importantly, she makes them all feel heard and needed.Naomi is in Tita's office, which is now her office, hands on the table as she stares blankly at the wall. The presentation will be happening in less than an hour, and she is a nervous wreck!She really tried to give someone else the burden of presenting, but no one could stand the thought of having Damon’s stern eyes analyzing their every move.She had to do it; no one else could.“Hey, you've come this far! I'm sure the presentation is perfect!” Soonie said over the phone.All morning, Naomi had been all over the place, and Soonie called in at the right time to talk her out of it.“Yes, I kno
Damon walked into the room to see Naomi sitting on the bed, staring at him.She had those crazy looking eyes once again, but there is no way he was going to show how intimidated he was by those eyes!He turns towards her, his hands in his pockets.“Do you have something to say?”“I don't know, do you think I have something to say?”Damon arched a questioning eyebrow; why the hell would she reply to his question with another?“Then why are you staring at me?”“What makes you think I'm staring at you?” She asked, folding her arms.Damon massaged his temple, clearly in exhaustion; he really didn't have the strength or the time for this.“I really don't have time for this.” He muttered.“Really? You don't? What do you have time for then? Ah, let me guess, making people sudden bosses so that you can fire them at will?!” She accused.He chuckled in utter disbelief! What on earth is she talking about? He thought they were done and over with this conversation!“I pretty much made myself clear
“Any update about the news?” Damon asked as soon as they settled back in his office.He needed to step out momentarily, and now he was back with Patrick right beside him.“I don't think any of the staff will have an issue with whatever decision you make, sir. I have also made arrangements for Ms Naomi to take over as soon as she resumes tomorrow morning.” Patrick explained.The front door burst open, and Naomi matched right in. Her hair wild in the wind and eyes glaring at Damon with intent.A wave of cold, chilling wind brushed past Damon as she stormed in. Hell, he was so close to getting out of the office through the bloody window! But he remained calm, appearing unbothered by her presence.Her eyes settled on Damon’s glaring daggers at him. He cleared his throat, avoiding eye contact with her. Why the hell does he feel threatened by her? Hell, she could tell him to kneel and he'd do it in a heartbeat! “Ms Naomi! You should be taking a break. Why are you here?” Patrick asked in
Naomi leaned back on the sofa, not sure what else to do with her time. She'd spent the last four hours sleeping and eating since Damon told the chef, Aria, to feed her all day! She's down to another bowl of soup, and she's about to binge-watch another series she so much loved. Her phone beeped, vibration echoing through the glass side table. It was a call from Didi, which is quite unexpected. “Hello?”Naomi said, wondering what the call was about. She could count the number of times she had made contact with coworkers outside of work, and this was certainly out of the blue. “Ms Naomi? Thank God you picked up! We have so much to tell you, and we don't even know where to start!” Didi said with a child-like excitement. “We? What do you mean we? What's going on?” Naomi asked, glancing at the wall clock. Phones are not allowed in sight during work hours safe for breaks or they would be given a week worth of suspension. Thankfully, it was past twelve, the designated break tim
Patrick placed the tablet in front of Tita and placed a CCtv clip of her tossing a cup of coffee at Naomi.‘Are you dumb! I said I want it warm! Lukewarm. Not too warm nor too lukewarm!’ Tita had yelled at Naomi who glanced at her shirt in shock. 'But you said lukewarm and I only followed your instructions. I wouldn't intentionally make a mistake like this and you know it!’ Naomi tried to explain but Tita tossed the cup in her head instead.“Shut up you liar! I told you lukewarm and you know exactly how I like it!”“You didn't have to throw the cup at me, you know? I could get you sued for this..” “Then be prepared to lose your job along the line! You forgot what the rules here are right? You signed them, remember?” Tita threatened.In the video, Naomi was quiet and moments later she walked out of the office only for Tita to burst into a hideous laughter afterwards. Tita glances up at Damon in shock..“It's…it…it's not what it looks like! Naomi is not exactly a sweet person either.
“Excuse me?” “You heard me loud and clear! You think you're the only one who's tired? My job is at stake, and you think this is the time to pretend to be sick?!” Naomi took a deep breath, she's not going to let Tita get into her head so early in the morning.“I called in sick because I was sick. And Mr Damon told me to take the day off..” Tita laughed in mockery. “You think I'm going to believe that THE DAMON SINCLAIR, told you to take the day off?” Naomi exhaled, why the hell did she mention Damon out of the blue? What good is this going to bring to this conversation? “Look, forget I said that. I asked the HR about taking the day off, and she told me I could.” “I don't care what she told you! Your discretion should have told me that this is a horrible time for a break! You were doing just fine hours ago, and all of a sudden, you're sick?!” “I…” Naomi stammered “You're lying, aren't you? If you're sick, why don't you show me the reports from the hospital then uh? You're tellin
All she could do was cry. No matter how hard she tries to bring herself to explain, tears seem to roll down her face regardless.“I…I was…” She stammered but words failed her again.“Who made you cry?” He asked calmly but she could see the almost evil glint in his eyes as he stared down at her. “It's my fault. It's all my fault. I…” Damon dropped his umbrella, got on one knee and lifted her off the ground effortlessly. Naomi leaned in, sobbing still.How on earth is she supposed to explain to him how she was feeling? Would he care to listen? Damon placed her into the car and took over the driver's seat seconds later. He turned on the warmer and took off his coat, hanging it around her shoulders.“Why are you here?” She asked quietly.Damon froze, he wasn't expecting her to ask him that question.“I was driving by and I saw some random woman crying in my parking lot. I have the right to investigate, don't I?” Naomi exhales and turns away from him. “Of course. It's your company aft
The elevator doors swung open, and Damon stepped out of the cubicle first with a sulking Patrick right behind him. A few of the staff turned their heads as Damon walked by, eyes fixed on the ridiculous childish pink lunch bag their boss was holding. “Mr Damon. I do believe you rejected Ms Naomi's offer earlier this morning. I would like to know why you forced me to hand it over when we got into the car.” Patrick started. “I have to give you a reason for my actions?” Damon asked once more. His grip on the lunch bag tightened like it could be yanked off by someone else. “I believe so.” “Simple. My wife made me a pie, and I want to eat it.” Patrick smiled. “Are you admitting she's now your wife?” Damon froze. What the hell did he just say? No! He's trying to get her to leave! To pack up her things and walk out of his house! Not give her reasons to stay! “When did I say that?” Damon snapped. Patrick regarded him for a moment. “Like three minutes ago,” he adds. Damon