Chapter three
The presentation.
The got home all worn out and tired. It's been a month since they've been working at Gerald communication. And there's isn't a day that they will come home feeling energetic. They were always tired. Working at that company required a lot of hard work and dedication. No wonder they company was doing well in sales. They're staff are quite competent.
They all went into their rooms to relieve themselves of the sweaty clothes. Summer was fast approaching and everywhere was getting hot and stuffy.
Mera went into her room and took off her clothes , headed into the bathroom for a cold soothing shower. She came out much better and relieved.
She put on a pair of cotton short and some crop top. She lay down on her bed and thought about ways to go about the report that she had to submit the next day.
She was part of the accounting personnel. They had been asked to come up with a good money management plan. Owing to the fact that the company wasn't very long in business.
It wasn't a very hard thing to do but she's really tired. She came to a conclusion
Take a rest , then start the research
With that notion in mind she fell into a tired sleep.
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Emily woke up feeling hungry as ever. She got up and went into the kitchen to see if there's anything to eat .
After a few shuffling around the kitchen without seeing any appetizing food to cook. She decided to settle for noodles and scrambled egg.
She began the process of chopping the vegetables and onions.
How did Hana use to do this??
Ouch !! She exclaimed. This onion stings. She was crying and her eyes were beginning to itch her which she wouldn't dare rub. Especially with the onion juice on her hand.
A few minutes later she finished cooking and dishes the food on the dining table.
She went inside Mera and hana's room to wake them up since it was getting late and the sky was getting a little dark. She entered into hana's room and almost burst into laughter.
The sight presented at her was so hilarious that she couldn't help but smile.
Hana was sleeping in some weird position with drool coming out her mouth and making the pillow wet.
She stealthily grabbed her phone from her pocket and took a picture of her.
Great. She'll blackmail Hana into helping her with some chores . She giggled as she went out of her room and walked slowly into Mera's room.
She burst into laughter, unable to control herself from doing do.
Mera's hair was.all over the place . Her curly hair was sprawled over the pillow and her top was half opened exposing bits of cleavage.
She took a picture of her in the hilarious position and was covering her mouth with her hand to avoid her from laughing out laugh.
She went downstairs again and grabbed a stainless plate and a spoon . She clinged the two together producing a loud noise .
" Get your ass down here, before the food gets cold. " She shouted from where she stood.
Mera and Hana came down shortly after, .they both gave her a glare and she smiled sweetly at them.
Maybe a little too sweet. Sacharrined smile
They finished eating and went into the living room. Emily switched on the television and resume the show that they were watching .
Mera stood up swiftly and went into her room. She came out with her laptop and some textbooks.
Few minutes later Emily and Hana went into their room leaving Mera alone in the living.
Mera sorted through the internet and her textbooks coupled with her own knowledge, she was finally able to come up with a tangible report.
She sighed tiredly and closed her laptop.
Phewww. She was done.
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Morning came and they all finished up quickly and headed out to the office.
Mera rubbed her clammy palms together in nervousness. Her heart was beating so hard and fast that she feared that she would have a heart attack before her time to present comes.
Not that she hadn't prepare the best report that she probably could. It's just that she had a problem with talking in front of many people.
Heaven help her if she stuttered.
She would desperately prayed for the ground to open up and swallow her.
She repeated her speech in her head for the nth time today.
She smoothened the crease of her skirt and went into the meeting room.
She checked the name tag of those who are supposed to present for today and ohhh
She's the third person.
She sat down and exhale a lung full of air out from her mouth and hoped that her heart would stop hammering inside her ribcage.
Tough luck.
A few minutes later. She heard the sentence that she had been dreading
" Miss Mera Edward you're next"
Just has she had thought that her heart couldn't beat faster. It felt as if it was about to burst out of her ribcage.
She willed her shaky legs and moved towards the podium.
She let out a breathe and grabbed the mic.
She stuttered a bit at first but the reaction she got from the crowd kept her going.
They were all silent and listening with rapt attention.
Her presentation was about to end when the door burst open revealing a tall and very handsome man that had all heads snapped towards the direction of the door.
His gait was confident and calculated . His hair was parted sideways and he removed his sunglasses revealing a pair of sparkling obsidian orbs that had mischief and mystery in them.
He took a seat at the front and motioned for her to continue with his hand.
His gaze never left hers, causing Mera to resume stuttering a few times at least before her presentation came to an end
Chapter four He's drop dead gorgeous!!Mera finished her presentation and the whole crowd rewarded her with a round of applause. She went back to her seat smiling.She had made it through!! She did stutter a little bit but at least she hadn't burst into tears.She sent down behind the mysterious man whose presence demand respect.Even without knowing him , people were already respecting him.Although Mera couldn't see his whole face . She caught a glimpse of his side profile and was mesimerized . His nose bridge was high and his nose was pointed. He had a very squared jaw and his skin was so smooth and glowing without any hint of hair or blemishes.He stood up and went to the podium . He grabbed the mic firmly yet loosely. Mera have never seen anyone reeking so much of masculinity." Good morning everyone. Nice to meet you I'm Gabriel Gerald. And yes I'll be heading this department. And I must say that I'm impressed with the presentation that you guys gave. I'll like us to take uh
Chapter five He's scary.Emily had risen before the first crow of the rooster. She had become a early riser as the nature of her job had grown on her. She went to the bathroom to do her daily business. She decided to wash her hair today since she has woke up earlyIt's been three..is it three....or two ?? Weeks since she had last washed her hair. The were getting stickly to the touch .She finished washing her hair , took her bath and got dressed.The sound of pans and kettle had taken over in the downstairs, so Emily wasn't surprised when she saw Mera serving their breakfast.This job had grown on them . They were getting used to waking early and going to work early .She went downstairs and sat patiently on the chair waiting for Mera to finish serving.They finished eating and headed off to the office.They boarded a taxi that dropped them off at the entrance of their workplaceAfter paying the taxi man they went into the building and was suprised to see only a few people at work
Chapter sixThe three hellsHe parked his car and moved swiftly to close the gate .He probably should get a gateman here , he mused . This was one of his least frequented mansion and it was located at the end of the town surrounded by tall trees and forest .He had purposely built the mansion there just so he could come and relax there since the scenery is great and the place is very silent.He carried his briefcase and went into the house stopping briefly to punch in the password at the door.He went into the master bedroom and straight into the bathroom. Tired is probably an understatement of how he was hi just feeling. He stood under the shower for minutes, trying to soothe his sore muscles. The event of the day randomly popped up in his head.The fact that Linda or whatever her name was , got the nerves to come to his office is surprising. He had repeatedly told her that he wasn't in for any long term relationship thingy. He had enjoy the sexual splendor that they shared but th
Chapter sevenIt's girrllllllssss night!!! Hana shouted at the two girls in front of her.Their eyes was glued to the television screen. They were barely even listening to her ."Are you guys even listening to me at all?? " She queried them ." Just this episode"Mera said popping a handful of popcorn into her mouth ." Yes, just this episode! " Emily whined and gave her best puppy faceThey were watching a kdrama called squid game and they've been on it for the past one hour. Few minutes later" Ok ! This episode had ended. Get up " Hana shouted again." Another episode please. " Mera pleaded Emily nodded in agreement to what Mera said.Hana stood up and stealthily grabbed the remote control and switched off the television. Earning herself a glare from both Emily and Mera ." Yep. Get your lazy ass up" Hana said and did a cute little dance of victory .Emily hissed and marched to her room angrily." You look like a duck ! " Hana shouted after her.Mera smacked Hana on her back and
Chapter eight We're in trouble.Samuel went back to where he was coming from and came back with Hana on his back . She clung to him like a huge koala bear putting her arms around his neck and sleeping so peacefully." Let's take you home "Samuel suggested and Gabriel nodded his head in agreement Micheal frown and drew his eyebrows together . He pinched his forehead in frustration and said " why do we have to carry them home ??? We only brought one car , remember? "" Well they aren't in a position to board a cab. How do you want them to carry their friend , huh? " Samuel retorted back" Let's help them, Mike . They need it. " Gabriel said and patted his brother's shoulder Micheal grunted and walked angrily away ." Thank you for your help. But we wouldn't want to be a bother. " Emily said and attempted to carry Hana from Samuel's back but she just wouldn't agree. She refuse to remove her arms around his neck. Mera sighed anxiously. They have to get going!! It's late already."
Chapters nine DebatingEmily shivered and shuffle through the stuff she kept in her office to see if she could find anything to help her with the cold .The air conditioning in the officewasn't helping at all . At last ! She found a big old jacket that she could wore over her clothes. It wasn't even hers probably belongs to Eliza or somebody . She went to her seat to get the work of the started. The telephone rang and she cursed out loud ." Come to my office now ". He said in his usual voice.She hugged the coat to herself more and mentally prepared herself for whatever he had to say ."I need a hot cup of chocolate. The usual ." He smirked at her unsightly state . That devious smirk. Emily would be very happy if given the chance to wipe it off his sadistic mouth .Emily rolled her eyes and went out of his office fighting the urge to slam the door . *****************Samuel walked up the stairs to his brother's office . He had called him and Gabriel if
Chapter ten THE OFFER Emily cursed for the hundredth time today when the telephone rang again.It was enough problem for her to be going on and on to get the computer specialist to help her with her computer. She just sat down a minute or so ago and this damn telephone is ringing again .What does he think she is ? A working machine?? Destroying the telephone was an appealing notion that she dare not act upon. If only she could just smash the stupid telephone down on the floor , gather it remains and throw it away in the dustbin where it won't ever be recycled again .That motherfvcking thing is ringing again!! She almost burst into a sob . She feels like banging her head on the table right now .She sniffed and patted herself and moved albeit grudgingly. She entered and met the three of them seated and wore an eager look. They shouldn't even dream of sending her on some stupid errand else she would die right now!! " Yes sir . You called me . " She said stiffly and eyed him vici
Chapter elevenDrafting out a contract" I want the chicken breast " Mera told Hana who was dishing out the food "I want the wings . That one " Emily pointed into the pot and Hana slapped her hands away from the pot " Shut up. The both of you !! " She yelled at them They went to their usual spot . Behind the television screen. " Don't you guys think , we should call them by now . ?? " Mera asked" Them ? Them who ? " Hana asked and tore her chicken with her teeth " Shouldn't we add more to their desperation? Since they're already desperate as it is . " Emily said in between laughter" You guys are bad . " Mera said and smiled" I'll call them when we're done eating. " Emily said absentmindedly *****************" They'll never call " Micheal snapped at his brothers" Let's wait a bit more ." Samuel suggested calmly" No , no more waiting. I'm done waiting!. " He said angrily pacing barefooted on the marbled floor" What else can we do but wait ? Huh? " Ga