I need to talk to Paul before biddy kick me out of the house and I have no choice but live on the street. I shake off the worst thoughts and drove to the bakery.
And the next thing, I know I was sitting in the paul's match box size office. In the cramped space I was feeling suffocating.At eye level, a group of papers, a stack of waiter pads, and a portable USB mic and above them lie some older papers and notes. Post-It notes line the walls to the right, and to the left nothing. There is a small desk at seat level that squeezes inside the reformed closet doors, and on it lie a phone, two monitors, and a cup of pens. Various knickknacks cover the desk, but its appearance is not clean.I heard the door open from behind and he was as expected Paul. He entered the office and I find a switch in his facial expressions when he looks down at me." Good morning, Miss Stassie how come you came so early," he asked me in his nonchalant way." Mr, Paul I need to talk to you about something very important." I said and he takes of his coat and hang it on the top of the clothing rack next to the door and he makes his way to the other side of the desk. He settled down on his rotating chair." What do you want to talk about?"" I need my salary right now. I need to pay the my four month rent or my landlord will kick me out of the house."" Miss stassie, I am understanding your situation but you know the business is drowning in debt and I can't afford to run this place, and paying each of you would take time,"" You don't understand Paul, I am asking you for my right for which you are constantly making excuses and I am not going take this as an other excuse. I need my money right now."" Calm down, I will do something but at least give me a little time. I will arrange something for you."As much as, I don't believe on his empty words I don't have another choice but wait." You have only this evening and then I won't wait Paul," I said raising from my seat and stormed out of the room.I straight went to the back kitchen and found Jared was only working. He greeted me with a huge smile." Good morning, Jared. Where is Robin?" I ask him and I took off my trench coat and hang it on the clothing rack and took, the apron, tieing it the back. Jared answered me by saying, " She still haven't not arrived and Do you remember we need to deliver this wedding cake today,"" Yes, I do remember but first I need to make a call to Robin."Jared nodded his head and he resumed his work. I, on the other side took the mobile and dialed Robin number. She picked my call and said," Stas, I am on my way to bakery. I'll be there in five minutes,"" Okay, got it and I am waiting for you,"I hung up the call and still worried about what is going to happen? but worrying doesn't help me with my problems. I shake off all the thoughts and focus on getting the job done. Which is assembling the cake. I sigh heavily andI begin, assembling the cake for it to be deliver.I was just giving it the final touches when Robin entered from the back door, with a loud grunt." What happened to you?"" Ugh, don't ask me I hate newyork traffic." She said." Oh, I thought, I am the only one who is having a pretty shitty day,"" What happened to you? you doesn't look alright." she ask me and I don't know if she knows or not but I am in the chaos or just the chaos interested in my life.Living in a bad dream, trapped in my own mindThe worst mess I am hopelessly trying to clean up is the one I have inside.So among all the wars I have to battleI wish I could’ve won the one between myself and I …And for the next hour, I have told everything what happened to me in the morning.Robin is getting so much angrier on Paul like she is about to murder him." I swear, I will kill that motherfucker. Why can't you see it? He is just taking advantage of you."" Look, I am already stressed out from this whole Ed situation and now this. My brain isn't working. I can't quit this job."" Fine! don't quit this job and work free for that bastard," she said and stromed out of the bakery without listening to me.I don't understand what everyone wants from me? I am just sick of explaining everything to people around me who won't understand me and my Bloody situation.I decided to go to see Robin. She is so moody. I took off my apron and left it on the side of the table.But before I could go to her my phone begin blarring into my pants pocket. I took out it, My hands are shaking as I stare at my phone. The name on the screen is like a punch to the gut. I can feel the blood draining from my face, leaving me cold and numb. I can’t believe what I’m seeing. This can’t be happening. My mind is racing, trying to make sense of it all, but the words just keep swimming in front of my eyes. I feel like I’m going to be sick.I just totally forgot about him. I haven't talked to him after what happened yesterday. " Should I pick his call or not... What would I tell him? why I wasn't talking to him and why I ran away last night? and why is he calling me? Did heather and Robin tell him the truth? Oh, God Ple
I decided to accompany Paul on the cake delivery, as I needed my salary to pay Biddy her rent. “I’ll come with you, but what about my salary? I told you I need it today,” I reminded him.“You don’t have to remind me. I remember, and that’s why I’m taking you with me to collect the money from the client and pay you. Now, I have to go tell Jarred to load the cake into my van,” he said before instructing me to work the register and serve customers while he went into the kitchen.As I stood behind the cash register, the aroma of freshly baked bread filled the air. The line of customers seemed never-ending, but I greeted each one with a smile. “Good afternoon, what can I get for you today?” I asked the next customer in line.“I’ll have a loaf of sourdough and a croissant, please,” she replied.“Coming right up,” I said as I rang up her order and handed her the change. “Thank you, have a great day!” I said as she left.“Thanks, you too!” she called over her shoulder as she walked out.The n
“Paul, we can’t just sit here and twiddle our thumbs.” I said.“Then what do you suggest we do, huh?” He snapped back, sounding irritated.“I’ll call Robin! You work on fixing this piece of crap.” I told him and he took his tool box from under his seat and got out of the van. I followed him and took out my phone and called Robin’s number. She didn’t answer at first and I wondered if she was still angry with me for ignoring her advice.But luckily she picked up after a few more rings.“Why are you calling me, Stas? Leave me alone. I have nothing to say to you.” she said and I could tell by her tone that she was furious. But before she could hang up, I said:“Wait, don’t hang up! I need your help. It’s urgent.”“Oh, really? You expect me to fall for that? Just stop bothering me!”“Please, just listen to me. We’re in big trouble. Paul and I were on our way to deliver the wedding cake but his van broke down and now we’re stranded on the highway and the wedding is in an hour.”"What? You’r
I decided to go upstairs and inform the bride first then the cake is in the van and I need some help to get the cake there.I look to an elevator on the side of the Hallway just as a man steps through the cold steel doors before he begin toclose." Hold the door!" I said out loud, ignoring my frantic plea, the man presses a button several times, attempting to close the door." What a jerk!"In a desperate attempt to stop the elevator, I fling my shoe in a Hail Mary and it thuds against the button. The doors open and I sheepishly collect mymakeshift projectile." Can't believe that worked."I hurriedly, made it inside I dust myself off, doing my best not to shoot daggers at the stranger who tried to shut me out of the elevator." That's was impressive."" Excuse me?"I turn to the stranger. As I looked at him, my mind went blank. The man who stood before me was unrecognizable, his face contorted in a way that made my stomach churn. I felt a cold sweat break out on my skin as the shoc
I looked at him one last time before heading out and I heard him saying to stop. My heart completely sink in my stomach but I didn't dare to look back at him or stop.I fasten up my pace and saw a beautiful sign, and the names of bride groom written in to beautiful lettering outside of the venue.As I step out onto the rooftop, I am immediately struck by the breathtaking view. The city skyline stretches out before me, with skyscrapers and buildings of all shapes and sizes. The sun is setting, casting a warm glow over everything and making the sky a beautiful shade of pink and orange.The rooftop itself is beautifully decorated for the wedding. White chairs are arranged in neat rows, facing a small stage where the ceremony will take place. Flowers and greenery are everywhere, adding to the natural beauty of the space.To one side, there is a bar set up, with bartenders mixing drinks and serving guests. On the other side, there is a buffet table laden with delicious food. The smell of t
I can't believe this is happening to me. Why does everything always go wrong? I thought I had it all figured out, but no, the universe just had to throw me another curve ball. I'm so sick of this. Why can't I catch a break? Just once, I want things to go my way. Is that too much to ask? Ugh, I hate my luck. It's like I'm cursed or something." I am asking you what is happening in here?" He asked the manager and Robin looked at me in disbelief. Like, I've intentionally brought Ed here. I don't know what he is doing here in the first place.She shoot a glare into my direction and I shrugged off and returned my eyes back on Ed who was looking me. The manager step forward to answer him." These two girls are causing trouble. They want to enter into Miss Rebecca w party and when I refused to let them enter and call the security. They begin screaming and this one attack the security guard."The manager point the finger at me and I squeeze my eyes shut o
I cussed Robin for leaving me alone. I thought, She is going to help me but nah why would she do that? Because I have created this mess and now, I have to clean it. I heard Ed cleared his throat to caught my attention.I turned around hesitantly to face him, finding it impossible to meet his gaze. Guilt washed over me as I thought about how much I had lied to him. I felt like a terrible person.“Hey… again,” I said, waving my hand awkwardly and forcing a smile. I cringed at my own behavior, feeling ridiculous as I stood there waving my hand in front of him. I quickly grabbed my own hand to stop the waving.“So, I haven’t heard a thank you from you… Oh, wait, I forgot. I’m that kind of man who doesn’t treat women properly! Right?” he taunted, referring to our unexpected encounter in the elevator.My face flushed with embarrassment as I stood there, wishing I could disappear. But all I could do was take a deep breath and try to mainta
I call for a cab and get in the car before Ed comes back and try to stop me.I sat in the back of the taxi, tears streaming down my face. The cab driver glanced at me in the rearview mirror, concern etched on his face."What's wrong?" he asked gently.I sniffled and wiped my eyes. "Everything," I said, my voice choked with emotion. "I'm just a horrible person."The cab driver shook his head. "No one is a horrible person," he said. "We all make mistakes. It's how we learn and grow."I shook my head, not believing him. "You don't understand," I said. "I've hurt so many people. I don't know how to make it right."The cab driver was silent for a moment, then he spoke again. "It's never too late to make amends," he said. "It takes courage to admit your mistakes and try to fix them. But it's worth it in the end."I looked at him, considering his words. Maybe he was right. Maybe there was still hope for me.The cab driver nodded and started the car, pulling away from the curb. "Where to?" he