Diane's POV
I got in his car with a scowl on my face. He took out his laptop and started typing profusely on it. I noticed the other man get in the front seat.
"Where are we going? "I asked the arrogant jerk beside me.
He ignored me and continued typing.
This man definitely has a problem.
"You know I can sue you for kidnap, right? "I threatened. Don't blame me. My brain was taking a break.
He stopped typing and turned to me. "You walked into this car, no one carried you, so shut the hell up and let me do my Job"he responded coldly.
We drove through the city, taking sharp turns and eventually stopped in front of a cafe. I looked through the windows and observed the cafe was empty.
"Sir, I reserved the cafe"the man sitting in front said.
"Okay Mark, wait here in the car, we'll be out soon"Mr Arrogant replied.
So he's Mark.
Mr Carter got out of the Car and walked towards the cafe. He stopped and turned to look at me.
"Do you need an invitation? "He rudely asked.
Such a gentleman. Couldn't even get the door for me.
I got out of the car and followed him into the cafe. We sat down. He brought out a file and placed it on the table.
I took the file and went through it. It contained information about me.
"Are you a stalker? " I grunted.
"Just shut up and answer my questions" he ordered.
Calm down girl,you need him alive, for your job's sake.
"Are you dating anyone? "He asked with his arms folded.
"I don't see how that concerns you"
His hand slammed the table making me jump in fear. "Just answer the damn question"he yelled.
"Yes" I mumbled.
"Anything serious?"
"Blind date. We met twice and we will meet again. So..."
"Enough. Any Criminal record?”
" You already did a research on me so why the hell are you asking all these? And seriously? A criminal record? Do I in anyway look like a criminal to you?” I ranted.
My gaze met his eyes. He sat there looking at me like an idiot.
"Can I go now?"
"You run your firm, you graduated from college with a degree in Interior design, you're the first child of two siblings, your parents live downtown Brooklyn, You live with your friend, Is there any other thing I need to know?"
"Nothing, I mean, you are a complete stranger. You are practically a stalker. If you like me and can't stop thinking about my pretty face, just let me know and stop beating around the bush, acting like a complete jerk"I sneered. I had to catch my breath after saying that with no pause.
"Do not think so highly of yourself"he scoffed"Firstly, take a good look at yourself in the mirror, I'm pretty sure my pet monkey can do a better job with his face"
Ouch.
"Secondly, love you? The only people capable of loving a shitty bitch like you is your family. What choice do they have, they have to put up with your character"
How could anyone say such a thing?The tears in my eyes tried to escape. I held them in.
"Speak for yourself. Who's the characterless one? You bumped into me, insulted me, walked out when I tried to apologize for calling you an a**hole, which you are, you dug into my private life like a creepy stalker, came to my house, ordered me around and threatened me. Now you sit here telling me this shit"
I got up angrily and slapped him hard. It was the only thing I could think of.
"Go get a life you wretched brat" I told him and left the cafe. I walked past his car and hailed a cab. He was a fool, a fool I never wanted to see again.
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I got home looking so exhausted. I could hardly walk to my room. I walked into the kitchen to get some water to drink.
The aroma of deliciously baked cookies crept into my nose. Liza was in the kitchen. I rushed over to her.
"Can I have some? I'm so freaking hungry"
"Have some"she said.
I munched on the cookies.
"So how is your dad? "Liza asked.
"He's fine. Mum said they would return to the hospital for some more tests just to be sure"I continued devouring the delicious cookies.
"So where were you? "
"On a not-so-romantic date"I answered.
Liza chuckled and gave me a glass of water. "Have this"
I gulped down the glass.
"Did you go out with Greg again? "
"No"I quickly replied. "It was with a man who is the opposite of Greg."
I explained everything to Liza. From the lobby incident to our NOT-SO-ROMANTIC meeting.
"You met John Carter?!? "She exclaimed.
Was that the only thing she heard?
"How does he look up close? His scent? His lips? His touch? "She blurted out almost at the same time.
"Are you deaf? That guy is a complete a**" I told her.
Looks? Yea he got looks but that can never make up for his lack of manners.
"Don't insult my cutie"
I rolled my eyes at her. "You're a traitor and I can't believe you call yourself my friend "I said and walked out of the kitchen. She followed me, apologizing and calling me sweet names.
I walked into my room and shut the door.
That was one heck of a day.
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The next day I got ready for work. I had to talk to my team about the store design. I arrived early and made myself coffee. My phone rang. It was Greg.
I answered. "Hi Greg"
"Hi, So how is your dad? "
"He's doing better. Thanks for asking"
"Oh come on, I was really worried after you left looking so lost"He said over the phone.
"I'm sorry for that too"
"Stop apologizing. I'm glad to know your dad is okay. Call me if you need someone to talk to"
I felt relieved. It was like I had known him for so long. He was so comforting and accommodating. He's every girl's dream guy.
"Thanks, I have to go, bye"
"Bye "I ended the call.
Claire walked in with some sample designs. "We are going to the store now"she said. She handed over the designs to me.
I looked through them and they were all so elegant and beautiful. "I'll come too. I think we will only be able to make a decision when we see the store"
I grabbed my bag and left for the store with Claire and two other workers, Hank and Ted.
The store was indeed very large. Ted and Hank were busy taking measurement of the store.
I was contemplating the walls. They looked a little weak and old. That's something we have to take care of.
I stepped out for fresh air. The warm breeze touched my bare skin. I was wearing a dark short sleeve top and a green pencil skirt.
It was very hot outside. I crossed the street to get a bottle of water. I could feel the sweat trickle down my face.
Could this day get any worse?
I returned to the store only to find John Carter and his minion there.
Of course, It can definitely get worse.
He was in a conversation with Claire. It looked kind of serious, I could tell from the way his face was twitched in anger. Claire was clearly intimidated.
I walked over to them with my bottle of water in hand. He turned to me but didn't say a thing. I ignored him and turned to Claire.
"What's wrong Claire? "I asked her. She had a sad expression on her face.
"It's nothing"
I guess she was scared to speak up in front of him. "What did you say to her?"I asked Mr Arrogant.
"You are no longer expected to visit this store, the deal is off"He said coldly.
"What the hell do you mean by that? You can't just call the deal off"I hissed.
"My Company never signed any contract with yours, so yes I can"
Oh yes. The contract. Mrs Evelyn said we would do that the next time we met because she was still having the contract drafted.
Claire ran out in tears. Hank and Ted followed her out.
"What kind of a human are you? "
"The kind who is hell bent on ruining you for daring to lay your hands on me"he replied.
I tried walking out but he pulled me back"You wanna play this game right, Two can play. If you really care for your firm and your workers, you will meet me tomorrow by 5:00pm at Flare"
"I have no intention of playing games with you"
That being said, i emptied my bottle of water on his suit and hurried out of there.
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It's really getting intense.
Two updates for you. Like I said. I really want to finish this book as soon as possible.
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