A/N: Please, please, please go read the dilemma! If you haven't already read it, at least recheck it to see if it's there, because I reposted it. Then come back read this.
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*The next day. *
Zaria's Pov
School today sure was something. It was extra quiet, because Tracey wasn't there at all. Dewayne looked like he was in a whole other head space. I just decided to give him space, because everyone around the school knew what had happened and I knew the last thing he probably wanted to do at the moment was talk. Yea she wasn't worth shit, but he was blindsided by her cheating scandal. I hate seeing him sad, I know he has to go through what he's feeling at his own time.
While sitting with my friends, I learned they had some dates planned. Stace was supposed to go to the aquarium with Dev while Candy and Tre were going to Main event. I knew that it was going to happen for them soon because of the chemistry they all had, so I'm excited to see how things go for them.
They promised after everything happened and they were settled that they we would get on a group call and they would tell me. Crazy how today would be a big day for all of us.
The final bell rang and I rushed to the bathroom to change changed. Today I wore a chill outfit that consisted of a oversized sweater and a pair of my high waisted jeans.
(Minus the bag)
I was going to change here and head to work to ensure I wouldn't be late. I rushed to bathroom to change. I made sure I lotioned up and applied perfume. As I slid into my heels, I was pleasantly surprised to see they fit comfortably. Next, I quickly took my hair out of its low bun and brushed it gently. Last wash day, I blow dried my hair so that I could wear loose wand curls for work. I felt a little self conscious in the midi dress because it clung to my body, but because it was a pretty color and made of a comfortable knit fabric, I decided to keep it on. Pairing that with some borrowed accessories from Ms. Evans, my outfit came together. One I applied my matte lip gloss it was a done deal.
Practically dashing out of the school, I made my way to the bus stop. I know I could have easily got a ride, but I didn't want to have to depend on the girls because, I want them to be ready for the dates without interruption from me. So I told them I had already secured a ride so they wouldn't worry.
I had to talk Ms.Evans out of driving because I didn't want her to be late to the very business she owned plus, I want to show her that I am resourceful; when it comes to my job.
This is was my moment to make a way for my self to seize this opportunity. Prideful or not; I was going to get things done. As soon as the song playing my headphones changed changed from Liquor by Chris Brown to Hello By Adele; the bus pulled up. I stepped on and instantly felt eyes on me. I paid the driver and took a seat in the back. Once the low mellow sounds of adele's new song filed my eys I felt at ease and instantly relaxed
"Hello, it's me
I was wondering if after all these years you'd like to meet
To go over everything
They say that time's supposed to heal ya, but I ain't done much healing
Hello, can you hear me?
I'm in California dreaming about who we used to be
When we were younger and free
I've forgotten how it felt before the world fell at our feet
There's such a difference between us
And a million miles...."
I hummed along to the song. I am so happy she is back making music, I missed her voice so much.
As soon as I played that song, I went on a Adele frenzy and relistened to half of her album 21. I was so immersed in it, I pulled out my notebook and scribbled a few lines. Soon after the now empty bus stopped at my stop. I thanked the driver who gave a polite smile. "You look great miss. Knock 'em dead." he said smiling.
"Thank you sir. Have a blessed day." I said as I returned the smile as I descended down the steps to the sidewalk. I looked up and saw big bold letter across the building, Ethnic Elegance Corp.
I can't believe that after all this time, I finally get to work at a fashion company.
I mustered up my look of determination as well as fixed my posture. I walked in, I was met once by a beautiful interior. There was sleek modern furniture with touches of African culture. From the throws and pillows to the painting, it was all so well put together.
Omniscient Pov
As Zaria walked through the threshold of the grand glass doors, she spotted a young women whom she remembered from last time sat up at her desk, typing very quickly. When Zaria' heels made contact with the marble floor, the woman's head perked up. A big smile crossed her features as she saw Zaria walking towards her. She had taken quite an instant liking the shy, new talent that had entered the company recently.
Zaria had a calmness about her and she was refreshing to come across. Because in this industry it's so hard to find, innovative new talent the whole company was excited about her arrival.
"Good afternoon Hayley." Zaria flashing a small smile.
The bubbly receptionist jumped up so quick her hair moved with her. "Good Afternoon Zaria! You look so beautiful! Well it's officially for your official first day. Ms. Evans told me to give you a official tour of the office and tell you more about the company while she concluded her meeting. So whenever you are ready, we can began." she said happily getting up, straightening her leopard print dress.
Zaria felt a tad bit subconscious standing next to her given there was such a sharp difference in their sizes. Hayley had a the perfect slim frame that contrasted greatly with Zaria's more voluptuous frame, making feel like she needed to her pull dress down.
"Our first floor is pretty much a hub for customer relations. We have a nice seated area with a coffee bar by the elevators equip with a TV that presents some of the marketing for Ethnic Elegance past collections. We also have our mailroom on this floor. We will now go upstairs." Hayley said while leading Zaria down the hall towards the elevator. As she looked around, Zaria couldn't help but embrace her excitement.
"Our second floor is home to Human Resources, Finances, the Communication Officer, and half of our design and creative direction team. You will also find the supply room and printing corner on the back in of this floor. Most importantly, our main break room is on this floor."
"You office is on the third floor. We will head there now so I can get you settled in."Hayley said as they reentered the elevator.
Once the reached the 3rd floor. The walked down the long hallway past a conference room, waiting area, and several offices.
"Our third floor is where the remaining design and creative direction team reside. Ms. Evans',
The Head of Design, office is on this floor. We also have the workroom and a small break room. But most importantly your office is up here." Hayley replied excited as the two came to a stop in front of a door.
"Finally. Welcome to your very own office." she said swiping her badge to unlock the door. Once the door opened, Zaria's jaw dropped.
The office was absolutely breathtaking. It was a corner office with a bunch of windows. There was a wall lined with shelves big desk and a beautiful watercolor piece with the company's official logo. At best I was expecting a nice cubicle or something on a smaller scale, I never imaged I'd get something this big. Carefully, I walked in and sat my purse down. My desk was actually perfect for a designer. I had a area to sketch, a place to create on my desktop and the end of my desk asewing machine and some materials.
"This is all mine?" I asked incredulously.
"Yes ma'am. Ms. Evans gave you a standard designers office. Even tho you are listed as a intern. You are still a completing the work of a fashion designer. You were entitled to workspace whenever you need it, She beaming, "You're first meeting is in about two hours. Access to our database will be granted after you finish your onboarding process. Just use the database to store your assigns and ideas. Ms. Evans will release a weekly report of all the work done from everyone. I know it's a lot to take in, but feel free to phone me if you need anything, I left my extension on your desk. I'll see you at the meeting. Also, Ms. Evans said just that you could began sketching before the meeting if you wanted to."
"And the meeting will be on the second floor?" Zaria asked as she surveyed her desk.
She nodded and smiled. "Yes it will be in the front conference room Okay I'll leave you to get to work. But oh one more thing." she said once she reached the door.
"Yes." Zaria said curiously.
"Welcome to your new family." she said happily before waltzing out the room and shutting the door gently.
Zaria's Pov:
I took a seat my chair, still taking everything in. Never in a million years did I suspect to be here so quick. This is truly nothing but God.
I turned around, feeling a genuine smile tug my lips as I went and logged onto my computer. Since I didn't have any assignments yet I just viewed my Google calendar to see what assignments I'll have to do later for school. Thankfully it wasn't to heavy workload today; so I decided that I would just began sketching to kill some time.
Right when I was going to pull out my notepad, my phone vibrate viciously. I pulled it out and I couldn't believe the name across the screen, hesitantly I decided to take the call. "Hello?" I asked softly.
"Hey Z. I didn't mean to disturb you. But I wanted to know if you had a minute to talk?" Dewayne's sexy deep voice said flowing from the other side of the phone.
Damn he sounded good. But why did he call me out of all people?
"Umm.."
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Cliffy.
Sorry for the issues earlier. But this is the final update for the night.
How y'all feeling for Zaria?
And most importantly, why Dewayne decided to bling her hotline at work?
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