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Chapter Eleven

Nicole;I freeze in my position, my eyes transfixed on him standing at the door. He was probably making a call because he still has his phone in hand but his eyes are glued to me too, pure rage in them. Now that is peculiar. It's just an office. Why does he look so mad?"Welcome back, sir". Carina quickly says. Talk about being an ass kissing bitch."What's going on here?". His voice is low and menacing and for a slight moment, I actually do feel like a kid caught with my fingers down the cookie jar. "I only came in because I wanted to….."."She used the bell on me, sir and I came in here thinking you were the one. Was quite of a shocker when I saw her standing there instead of you". And now she's making it sound twice as bad as it actually is. I tear my eyes off the lecherous bitch and face Alex. His eyes are burning with actual rage, the heat of his anger seeming to fill up the space between us. In this moment, I see why he's very feared among his workers."It's not as bad as…..".

Chapter Twelve

Nicole;The knock persists and I back against the back of the sofa, bringing my knees up to my chest and burying my head between them. I bring my hands up to cover my ears and close my eyes. No, this can't be happening to me now. The knock seems to be getting louder in my head and I whimper loudly and shut my eyes tighter. From the depth of my auditory canals, I hear the door scrape open and the tremors in my body increases till I can barely sit still anymore. "Please…..". I whisper, the tears threatening to spill frollm behind my closed eyes. "Please…..". I'm taken back to my childhood again. Perhaps if I close my eyes tight enough, I'll really be able to shut him out. Perhaps, if I can't see him, he won't see me. My breath comes out in huge gasps as I bury my head deeper against my legs. But my prayer doesn't get answered again, just like every other time. Because I feel his hand come to rest on my shoulder. I can't help it, I jump back and scream, my eyes still shut tightly. A sec

Chapter Thirteen

Nicole;I walk into the office the next day barely in the mood for smiles. Even when the receptionist flashes me her ever ready grin, I don't reciprocate, an action I instantly regret as the elevator doors close in front of me. But it's too late. I heave an exhausted sigh and eye myself warily in the elevator's mirrored walls. I spent the next thirty minutes after Alex left yesterday sitting on the floor with my back against the door, trying to get over the adrenaline high and reassure myself that everything will be fine. I was still in that position when I remembered that I hadn't gone through the manual and with much grudge, I'd pushed up to my feet and gone straight to my computer in my room, checking and double checking to ensure that all my windows and doors are fastened. As much as I told myself to stop being silly, I still found myself reaching for my kitchen knife, a weapon I kept within arm's reach through the night.It was with great effort that I finished the manual and str

Chapter Fourteen

Nicole;At the end of the meeting, I've made considerable progress in getting to know the employees of the Galaxy. Alex did a good job of ignoring me throughout the meeting, only talking to me when it was absolutely necessary. It's almost amusing considering I don't even know what he's brooding about. It's evident that his brother's visit has had some kind of effect on his mood and that's getting me even more curious. Why have I never heard of this Ray, even when we were together? And what's him and Alex's relationship like? That doesn't seem like the kind of information I can just ask anybody. My best bet would be Carina but…. that's definitely not possible. I'm going to have to rely on itty-bitty office gossip.I pack up my things and get ready to leave for the day. It's just a little past 6:30pm and a small smile spreads on my face as I realize that this has been my most productive day so far at the Galaxy. Something about productivity really gets me happy. There's a small knock on

Chapter Fifteen

Nicole;I smoothen down the front of my dress and glance at the mirror nervously. A dinner event he said, and now I'm stuck wondering if I might be just a tad over dressed or way too underdressed. After much deliberation, I had decided on a long sleeved, tight fitting black dress with a flattering thumb hook, paired with a pair of crystal clear heels and a silver purse. Much against my will, I find my mind drifting to thoughts of Alex often, wondering what he would think. I shouldn't care what he thinks, I'm not dressing up for him…..or am I? I shake the thought off and run my fingers through my sleek bob. The past week has been really intense for me and the evidence sits heavy under my eyes, now covered by concealer thankfully. I had been determined to work hard and I did just that, promptly meeting up with every deadline. As expected, not once had Alex commended me. I didn't even know a part of me had actually been waiting for his compliments till I didn't receive them. Instead, he

Chapter Sixteen

Nicole;I ignore the pounding of my heart as I eye him. No, it's not possible. This man here possibly can't know me and Alex's history."The employees of the Galaxy are one of the most capable in the industry. So what about you made him drag you all the way from your previous company?". I feel the telltale prickle of nervousness in my under arms. Jared flashes me a wide smile. "I just had to see that for myself". My mouth tightens into a line and I jut my chin defiantly."And have you seen what you wanted to see?". I ask coldly. It's a surprise when he bursts into outright laughter. I feel my nerves fray at him in annoyance but I maintain my poise and stare him down coldly. "Oh I have". He says in between guffaws. "Alex has always liked the fiery kittens. That, we have in common at least. I definitely see why he had to have you". His choice of words make me uneasy but I look away before I give any emotions away."It's only for a year so you can quit going on about it"."I know that t

Chapter Seventeen

Nicole;I feel the nervousness roil in my stomach as we approach the party room. The soft sound of classic music drifts towards us as we make our closer and suddenly, I'm glad I have someone beside me in the form of a physical support. I really wouldn't have wanted to walk into this room all alone. With onle last reassuring smile at me, Jared and I make our way in.There's a significant shift in atmosphere. I'm standing in a room with one of the most powerful business people and damn, I can feel it. There's suddenly a classy, opulent feel to even the air we are breathing. The wealthy aura in the room is so strong that for a moment I have to pause in my steps and take in a deep breath. I might not fit in but this is my product they are investing into. I'm pretty significant here in my own way. The party room is vast, much bigger than I expected and the lighting has been made just perfect for the atmosphere. Ornate chandeliers and lamps cast soft golden hues across the room so that it's

Chapter Eighteen

Nicole;I try to have as much fun as possible, mingling in all the right places and saying all the right things. These people are all alike I realize. Every single conversation of theirs revolves around only one thing, money. I do love money but for a minute here, things are begin to get suffocating. I'm desperate for a change of topic. I just want to normal conversations with normal people. Apparently I've discovered one more thing about myself by working for the Galaxy. I hate gatherings like this. I'm fine working behind the scenes, researching ingredients, conducting and supervising projects and even doing tons of paper work, but this social part of it tires me out heavily. In my former company, I never had to attend these things. We were the backstage fingers, and we were contented with being just that. Or at least I was.Every now and then, I've caught sight of Alex and each time, he had his eyes fixed on me like a hawk, his face still as unreadable as piece of rock. I can't tel

Chapter Nineteen

Nicole;The car ride home is silent, the tension in the car so thick it could be sliced with a knife. Today's the closest we've ever gotten to discussing our past but yet again, we somehow deftly evaded it. My spine is rigid and stiff against the seat's backrest, my hands lightly clenched on my lap. I stare ahead into the lit night, my face stoic and my mouth hard. I'm anxiously waiting for him to say something…. anything. He doesn't. We pull up into the driveway of my home and I immediately push the door open, stepping out before the engine has even died down. It's blissful to feel the cold night breeze on my face again. I hear the door on the driver's side open too but I pay no attention to him as he climbs out of the car. I march forward towards the door, my body taut with the effort of containing my emotions. I'm fumbling in my purse for my keys with shaky hands when I feel his presence beside me. He must be daft as hell if he thinks I'll invite him inside. I pull the key out of

Chapter Twenty

Nicole; I'm just rounding up for the day when I get a call from Ray. That's unusual. For the whole of the previous week, he attempted to get us on a date multiple times but I'd deftly evaded. This week has been no different. Today's is Thursday and I would have thought he's given up. Apparently not. I hit the receive button. "Ray….hi". "Nicole….. it's been a while hasn't it?". I don't think so. It was just yesterday he was all up my phone trying to take me out. But of course I don't tell him that. "It sure has". I'm not in the mood for small talk and I'm making that as clear as possible. "Are you done for the day?". He asks bluntly. At least I'm glad he's going straight to the point. "Actually, I'm not…..". "Carina says you leave around 8. I'm pretty sure her information is accurate". Carina? What the hell is she doing spilling unnecessary information about me? And to Ray? "Oh….. that's rather….informative of her". "I'll be waiting for you downstairs". I'm just about to come

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