The Romero jewelry company had existed for years and Armando had run the company to success and greater heights that it became the number one leading jewelry company across the world. A highly fragmented sector of most developed economies, the jewelry industry was the sector that involved the making, distribution, and repair of jewelry, such as watches, rings, and necklaces. The company offered a wide range of career opportunities. When Ricardo took over the company, he decided to make some changes. Used fine gems and diamonds to extend their business. Moving to France, Paris was a good idea because of its rich in fashionEvery week, the company got over a million clients, and Ricardo knew he had to produce the best. The reason why he needed a highly trained secretary. He needed a person he could trust, a woman for that matter. He knew women had creative ideas, and something new on the tableHe fired some employees due to their lack of experience, Two years ago, Armando decided to
(Alana)After I was told what to do by Ricardo, one of the employees dragged me away an empty office so I could get rid of the clothes I was wearing “This should do…please be still”“You don't have to… I'm fine,” I tried to say slightly, pushing the lady's hands away, but she looked up at me with a frown. To be honest, it was my fault that I climbed that tree and got hurtThe lady cleaning my wound was the same receptionist who guided me to the boss's office and told me I got the job…her name was Brigitte, and she was French and beautiful as well as friendly“You are new here… you should get your wound cleaned before you suffer any infections… we don't want you going on leave before you even work for two days,” the lady said with a smile and gently cleaned my arm. I was a little nervous, but she was so welcoming and lovely. No wonder she was given a position at the reception. She knew just how to treat people “Thank you, it's terrible that my first day is this disastrous, oh I do ap
(Alana)“Do you need a ride?” Brigitte asked when we were heading out, it turned out my first day wasn't so bad, I attended the board meeting. And no one found out about my identity “No, I'll take a taxi,” I said while glancing at my wristwatch. It was just 7:30 pm. I wondered if Ricardo already left. Earlier in the day, I heard Brigitte say the boss left for a meeting. He didn't tell me to come with, so I didn't bother. “Are you certain, or is your husband coming to pick you up?” She asked throwing a mischievous look, I shook my head feeling a little embarrassed “Nope… it's just that I have someplace to go to,” it was true, I had plans to get some nice fabric at some local shop I saw online. I wanted to buy a sewing machine as well. I thought of asking Ricardo to let me have space for setting up my office in the house for making my designs“Fine Alana, you seem like a pretty secretive girl…but, see you later,” Brigitte said with a loud exhalation but smiled once we left the buildi
Alana Woke up to the sound of her alarm clock. Like always, Mrs. Marks was already arranging her things. Alana sat upright. Rubbing her eyes a little while trying to get out of bed“Good morning, madam, I hope you slept well,” Mrs. Marks said with a smile which Alana returned “You don't have to… I'll arrange my clothes once I get back,” Alana said and got out of bed. “It's my job, don't worry madam, I'll make sure you are comfortable" Mrs. Marks smiled and finished up what she was doing…she was a happy lady. I wondered why Ricardo was hiring that nurse. Especially when she said Santiago was mute“Mrs. Marks, about Santiago…well, I want to meet him but…” I started saying, I was hesitant. Afraid I might say something inappropriate, but I feared talking to Santiago. The idea of being labeled a stepmom scared me. What if he didn't like me“He's a sweet boy, actually you can go and see him now… he just woke up,” Mrs. Marks said and took the laundry basket and left the room. “Oh gosh,” o
Alana reached the company earlier than the first day before Ricardo could show up"Good morning love…did you sleep well," Brigitte greeted her as they proceeded to the check room. "Yeah, how about You?" Alana asked although she had a terrible morning. To think she was still troubled about Ricardo's stipulations. She failed to sign the contract unless he uttered it and made a few changes"Well, great as always… today is special though, I hope you are ready?" Brigitte asked as both picked up their ID'S and left the room"What is it?" She was new to the company. Already she had a quick orientation and knew a few departments and heads. However, she was yet to know more about it. Especially where all the merchandise was made"Every month end, the boss throws a small party for his employees…especially new ones… it's to welcome them to the company and team, so today we'll hear what plans he has for us " Brigitte explained as they headed to the canteen to grab some breakfast. Like yesterda
Alana decided to knock, whatever was happening inside didn't concern her. She came strictly to deliver the file; Hence she knocked a few times and waited. Shortly after, the door creaked open, and a shirtless man covered in various colors of paint walked out“Umm, who are you,” the man asked without letting her in, Alana was stunned to see him. For a second thought, she was seeing some runway models or something. From the color of his hair to the contours of his face. He was nothing but good-looking, with thin red lips and sharp dark eyes. That playfulness tugging at the corners of his eyes as he scanned her made Alana uncomfortable “Well, I came to give you this,” she regained her wits and extended her hand to give him the files when he smiled and opened the door wide for her“Come on. Pardon me,” he said, inviting her inside. Alana was a little hesitant, she shook her head and decided not to go in there“Sweetheart, relax and come inside. I'm sure Ricky sent you,” he said and dragg
Alana tossed and turned and finally, her alarm clock went off. As much as she wanted some peace. She couldn't sleep through the night. And when she sat upright. She pushed her hair off her face and tied it in a bun. Glancing around she realized where she was“Just great” she muttered and fixed her eyes on the man sleeping on the bed with sheets wrapped around his body. For a grown man, he didn't know how to sleep. To think he was by the edge of the bed if he moved even a little. He would fall right off the bed and land heavily on the floor“Ouch,” Alana muttered just thinking about the man falling made her want to laugh her lungs out, She glanced down where she was and let out a helpless sigh. Having her mother-in-law was a bad idea. She came unexpectedly to her son's house, but everything was ruined when she came to know she was sleeping in the same room.Alana recalled how angry Marcela was at her and Ricardo. She immediately asked Mrs. Marks and other servants to move her things t
Alana sipped on her coffee while going through some files. She was surprised she had her own little office next to the boss's office. As his secretary, it was convenient for her to have her space, so she could carry out her work efficiently After a long conversation with Marcela. Alana wondered what her mom got her into. Marcela begged her to stay and be Santiago's mother. She asked about his biological mother, unfortunately, Marcela said it was something she wouldn't want to discuss“Hello Alana,” the door opened and Brigitte came in, Alana smiled shoved her laptop away and pushed the chair backwards “So, how's your morning?” Alana asked, and Brigitte sat down and admired the office. Not pretty. She wondered how Alana managed to get the boss to give her an office. His former secretary never had one“Great just fighting with the demons,” Brigitte said rolling her eyes in annoyance and started to open her lunch pack“You mean your husband's issue… why are you ashamed of it…he's hands