I was back at the office sorting paperwork. I was an hour late but luckily Ashton was out with Pazzi on a meeting so nobody noticed.
I opened the computer to see which paper goes where and then mail the recipients.
I was about the send the mail when I got a notification of a mail I didn't recognize.
I opened it up and groaned loudly when I read it. It was from Mr. Carlson, I had decided to call him that from now on.
He wanted me to meet him in his office.
I swear to god if he mentions his encounter with Jasmine, I'm going to kick him in the balls.
I closed the computer back up and walked over to knock on his door. After one knock the door opened and I walked in.&nbs
This morning started off fantastic, to say the least. I got a text from Pazzi saying I don't have to be in the office today because he and Ash were away on a business trip. Meaning I could do whatever the fuck I wanted.I decided to not lay around all day but to go out and have some fun. I was going to have breakfast, watch some tv and then get dressed and head out.Just as I was about to bring the fork with pieces of omelet on it up to my lips, my phone started ringing and Pazzi’s name lit up on my screen.”No, no, no no,” I said out loud as I brought the phone up to answer.”Hi there Ms. Shaw,””Pazzi I am not coming into work today and I'm not going to a meeting! You promised I would have the day off!&rd
I and Thomas were talking about books and different genres that we liked to read. The time flew and I had no idea that it had been so long until I looked outside and saw that the sun was starting to set.”What time is it?” I asked him. He looked at his watch and his eyes grew three sizes.”19:30, wow,” He said and I freaked out. We had ordered coffee from the cafe next door and eaten baked goods and bagels for hours, talking about books. We had staked a few piles of books that we brought out to share with each other and It had been so fun.”I think it’s time to head back home,” I said with a smile. Thomas nodded his head in agreeance and we started putting all the books back in their place.As we were walking out of the b
The day had just begun and it still felt amazing. Regardless of the little debacle downstairs earlier, I wouldn't let it ruin my good mood.An office message popped up on my screen from Ashton saying he wanted everyone gathered in the hall right away. This only happened when there was a big announcement to be made, or at least that’s what I heard.I walked out and gathered with the others who were standing around, Ashton was standing in front of everyone, ready to speak.Pazzi came walking towards me. His shoulders had a predatory bow and his nostrils were flaring. He came and stood next to me. He looked to be bothered by something. Pazzi nudged my arm and leaned down.”How much did you and Jackson speak?” He asked me. He showed little to no emo
I strutted towards the door as slowly as possible hoping he would change his mind before my hand reached the handle.”I think a snail just passed you, Ms. Shaw,” Ashton said sarcastically, sounding as bored as ever.I sighed and bit my lip, walking faster and opening the door before heading out.Thomas was still surrounded by people and I turned to face Ashton. I lifted my hands to my sides and tilted my hip.”See? I’ll say hi later,” I said and tried walking away.My hand was gripped tightly and I was dragged through the crowd and over to Thomas.”Mr. Johnson, this is Elena Shaw, my assistant,” He said and pushed me to the front.Everyone got quiet and I hoped to god that Thomas saw the pleads in my eyes and knew what to do.
I was in the building restaurant buying lunch. I opted for the spaghetti bolognese and went to sit by an empty table. I dug in right away and hoped that nobody would join me.The sooner I finished my lunch the sooner I could continue with work and forget about this day.I do however need to speak with Thomas, we need to get our story straight.”Excuse me, is this seat taken?” Speaking of the devil.”No, please, sit,” I said and smiled at Thomas as he took a seat.I looked around to make sure that nobody would hear me before I spoke.”Thank you for not showing that we knew each other earlier,” I said.
So much fucking drama.I groaned, burying my face in my pillow, dreading the day ahead.I felt sore, but not from working out nor from being too physically active. I felt sore from top to toe from all the shit going on. My mind was begging me for a break, for a pause.I desperately wanted to obey but there was no way in hell that Ashton would allow me to take a leave of absence.It was Friday, meaning I had tomorrow to look forward to. The scary movie marathon with Thomas. We had agreed that I would bring wine and two scary movies that I liked and he would get the snacks and two movies that he found scary.And we would binge-watch scary movies and eat crap all day and night until our eyes couldn’t bear to stay open.
He had glistening blue eyes. They were really a sight to behold.”The name’s Elena,” I said with a smile.”Charles! What’s your input on the DC project?” Mr. Abarnathe asked him.His eyes however were still on me. He didn't move his head or pay any attention to his father.I felt myself shivering under his gaze. As if he was asorting dominance over me.I automatically leaned towards Ashton without thinking about it. When I felt his arm I jumped in shock and looked up at him.I can't rely on him for protection anymore.
We had all gathered around the conference room table once again. Charles was next to his father and Pazzi was next to me.The tension was so thick you could cut through it with a knife. Everyone was uncomfortable and I couldn't wait for this fucking meeting to be over. I needed to speak with Ashton and it was urgent.Nobody was talking, everyone was silent as the only noise came from the clock on the wall. Edging me into madness with every ’tick’ it made.”I believe this meeting is over,” I said, unable to take the awareness nor the gun-pointed dickheads that were sitting both in front of me and next to me.I needed answers. I may not deserve them but If I want to have any chance of being happy, I need to know why he told me he left the Ma