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The weekend went by too quickly and I found myself wanting to cry on Sunday night.
How could I have gotten myself into such a stupid position?
I absently sipped from a cup of cranberry juice, watching the movie Neighbors. Even though this was one of my most favorite movies with two of my favorite actors I couldn't bring myself to crack a smile.
Monday was the first day of hell on Earth... and Adam was the devil.
I sighed, shifting under the soft blanket surrounding me. Maybe he wouldn't be that bad as a boss. Ya'know maybe he'll be nicer since he's gotten what he wants. I mean, he has gotten what he wants, right? He wants me to be his assistant. But, why does he want it so badly? He literally framed me for a crime in order to get me to work for him. I mean, he definitely knows how to get his way. I couldn't help but admire that about him. He definitely has some Olivia Pope in him. I just wish I had at least a sliver of that same quality in me.
But, I'm too nice. I'm too kind and passive. He's direct, upfront, and aggressive.
How does one grow such qualities?
My phone rang interrupting my thoughts. I picked it up without looking at the caller ID.
"Speak."
"Excuse me? Is that any way to speak to your mother?" My mom's voice came through the phone and I rolled my eyes. It was not the time for her to be calling me and annoying me. I was liable to snap on her. It wouldn't be the first time. She's can be quite overbearing.
"Sorry, mom. How are you?"
"I'm fine. I was calling to let you know that you're cousin Ashly is going to come visit you. She's been having some money troubles and she found a new job in your area. So, I told her that you'd be happy to have her." She announced, and I could have fell off the couch. That last thing I needed was to worry about Ashly. She's my cousin and I love her. But, at 24 she's got the mind of a wild 16 year old. All she wants to do is party, meet guys, and 'look good'. She caused me so much trouble growing up. Somehow, the both of our parents always worried about me being the 'fast' one because I was the quiet one and I was mature. They didn't cast a single glance her way, but she was the one sneaking out of the house to meet guys. So, while she got away with things like that, I had to prove how un-fast I was.
"When is she coming?" I asked, mentally preparing myself for what I needed to do in preparation.
"She lands tomorrow." My mom chirped. You've got to be kidding me right now!
"Really. Okay, I'll call you later. Bye." I hung up the phone, stuffed my face in my fleece blanket, and screamed to the top of my lungs.
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I walked into Adam's office. The early Los Angeles sun cast a luminous glow about his office. The view from his windows added to the serene feeling. Adam didn't deserve this type of beauty. He didn't exactly strike me as the type to care about the aesthetics of nature and gratitude. Adam cleared his throat making me turn to him. He was sporting a charcoal colored vest over a pale blue button up, with a finely patterned matching tie. His suit jacket hung where it usually does.
"Goodmorning, Mr. Steel." I grinned brightly at Adam, staring into his hard hazel eyes. He didn't return it. I hadn't expected him to. But, I wanted him to see that he doesn't affect me or make me less of a strong person. He watched me as I walked his coffee to his desk, setting it down with a smile. "The Salted Caramel Mocha that you love so much." I put a little attitude in my words.
"Please," He smirked and gestured to the seat to my right, "Take a seat." I confidently walked back, sitting and pulling out a small notepad. I was prepared for whatever task he would throw my way until I learned his schedule by heart and learned the rotation of things.
"So, what tasks do you-"
"At twelve, I will be having brunch with Davidson Associates at The Velvetiere. I need for you to be ready to go at eleven. That includes transportation, paperwork, and a fresh suit." I scribbled down his words, listening attentively. "Then, I have-" His phone rang and I wondered if I should answer it. I mean, I was his official P.A.. But, he gave me a look of death when I reached for it. I pulled my hand back, biting my lip nervously. Adam lifted the phone to his ear, "Have you reached the city?" There was a voice in the phone, but I couldn't decipher an exact gender. "How long until then?" The voice came again and this time I got the feminine vibe. "I'll be there." He hung up the phone without saying goodbye. I hadn't realized I was just staring at him until he cleared his throat.
"Oh- What's next after brunch?" When he didn't continue going about his day I looked up curiously. "What's next after brunch?"
"Nothing." Adam was leaning back comfortably in his chair, just watching me.
I raised an eyebrow, waiting for the prank show people to pop out. There's absolutely NO way in hell he's letting me off that easily.
"Nothing...at all?"
"That is what nothing means, correct?" He spoke cooly, the ghost of a smile on his lips.
"Why not?"
"I have business...and it'll take all day." He replied. "You're dismissed after the brunch."
Speechless, I stood up slowly and grabbed my bag. I was just waiting for him to say 'Gotcha!'. But, nothing happened. I walked out of the office.
What kind of business were we talking? Who was that on the phone?
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"My mom thinks her consent is my consent." I sighed, looking into the stormy blue eyes of Zane McIntyre. We were having lunch in a cafe he had chosen. It was an expensive looking place where the coffee was a bit too bitter, but I didn't complain. There food was delicious...and expensive.
"Well, that sucks for you," He replied, making me smile. I smacked his arm playfully. "So, what made you take Adam's offer?" He quizzed, his eyes observing me. I veered down. What was I supposed to say? 'Oh, cause I don't wanna go to prison because of my fingerprints being on Federal Documents that Adam says I stole, but I really didn't.'
"Uh- Well, ya'know it pays quite handsomely."
"Yeah, I bet. But, just be careful." Zane said, his eyes were trained on mines. He was serious.
"What do you mean?" I inquired, fully intrigued. Zane's eyes held more secrets than he was willing to tell me.
"I just want for you to be careful, being that you have a position that's bound to learn secrets. I would hate it if you learned the wrong secret at the wrong time." He explained. I licked my lips, swallowing down a gulp of water.
"What are you...a super secret spy?" I joked lamely. He rolled his eyes, a smile on his face.
"If you want me to be."
"What do you do?"
"Whatever you'd like." He smirked, quickly licking his lips in a way that captured my full attention. I stared at his lips for a moment before blushing and looking away.
"Is that so? Well, I've got secrets of my own." I returned his sexy smirk with one of my own.
"I'll just bet you do." His stormy blue eyes were glimmering like a moonlit sea. I admired them. "They wouldn't happen to come in a little pink bag would they?" He joked, and I giggled.
"Hey! Do not ever make fun of Victoria's Secret." I jabbed his chest playfully. He put his hands up in surrender.
"Never that. There's no secret more precious than Victoria's." He smiled, and I couldn't help the smile on my face. He held my gaze, our eyes speaking words that our lips were somehow afraid to admit. The sound of my phone ringing completely interrupted the moment. I mentally facepalmed, going into my bag to pull out my phone.
"Hello?"
"Audi! Hey bitch!" The sassy and slightly raspy voice of my cousin, Ashly, came through the phone. I felt my stomach shift uncomfortably.
"Hey, Ash!" I didn't bother forcing a smile. I mean, it's not like she would be there to witness it anyways.
"I just landed. I'm gonna call an Uber car. What's your address?" I could hear her noisy surroundings. It brought me back to reality. She was actually here in Los Angeles.
"What airport are you at?"
"Oh, I'm at LAX." That wasn't very far from my apartment. I was already packing up my stuff and zipping up my purse. Zane caught the hint, signalling for the waitress. I had already counted out the money and so I put it in the check.
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"Thank you so much for doing me this favor, cousin. You have no idea how much you're saving me right now." Ashly was wrapped in a fresh towel, painting her toes. I was sprawled on the couch like a peeled banana skin. That was what I felt like as well.
"So, are you going somewhere?" I wondered, not really caring.
"Yeah, my old friends from out here are throwing me a party. You can come if you'd like. There will be a whole bunch of nice-looking guys." I contemplated it, but decided against it. The only guy in my mind was the one I was forced to wait on from six in the morning until five in the afternoon.
I needed my beauty rest.
"Come on, Audra! It's not a run-down hole in the wall. It's upscale so you'll meet a lot of dashing young men. You should come!' She exclaimed cheerfully, jumping onto the couch and shaking my shoulders.
"No." I muttered, peeking around her form to view the television.
"Fine," She snapped, moving away from me and leaving the room. I feigned hurt and went back to watching my movie. A two-tone beep disturbed my peace. My eyes scanned the room, to locate the origin, and I discovered Ashly's iPhone 6 plus.
You have money problems, but you have an iPhone 6 Plus?
I picked up her phone and started to call out, "Hey-" But, I noticed the messages on the notifications list.
It read: The Cabinet is thrilled to have you, Bonny.
and the message above it: Your first night will be unforgettable.
"What's up, Aud?"
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