The clock ticked on the wall, echoing in the silent office, reminding Natalie of the time she spent standing in front of Nicholas, waiting for him to greet her.But Nicholas showed no sign of moving from his place and continued to keep himself busy with whatever he’s doing. She fidgeted with her fingers, looking down at her outfit which is mocking her with it’s extravagance.She spent an hour to get ready, putting on seductive makeup and another half an hour to style her short hair into a French twist, to compliment her open back. And all of that is for what? To be ignored. Her mood darkened as she didn’t get the recognition she deserved but she knew better how to pretend and make herself noticeable. She adjusted her bangs on her sides and cleared her throat, stepping forward. “N..Nick.”She called him, displaying her beautiful smile, trying her best to keep her calm. Nicholas stopped his work, disturbed by her interruption and turned to her side a little, his face pl
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