"Miss Rain Ashley Esquivel?" A tall girl went out of covered glass office.
I stood up quickly and raised my hand to be discovered. "It's me, ma'am.""Come with me. Mr. Ledesma is waiting for you."I obediently followed her. She opened the door, but did not enter. I was about to ask, when she spoke first."I wish you luck on your interview with the CEO, Miss Rain." She smiled and even tapped me on my shoulder.I nodded and spare my question since the answer is too obvious, "Thank you." I smiled back and took a deep breath before stepping in."Good Afternoon, Sir." I greeted politely as I managed myself to keep calm and relax to prevent from being so obvious that I'm nervous.His back is facing my direction, so I can't still visualize how he looks like. But upon basing his physique, he's lean, broady, tall and masculine. He's wearing a navy blue office wear and he seemed to have a new clean hair cut.I think, this CEO is handsome."Good Afternoon. Have a seat." His voice is so manly, and deep. His baritone voice is like a music to my ear, even if he just spoke only a few words.I sat on the chair in front of his table, and the moment he turned himself to face me...I knew he would be handsome. Not just handsome, but gorgeously handsome. Even the word itself isn't enough to describe how appealing he is.I'm in awe. If only I wasn't reminded with the purpose on why I'm here, I might not wake up and stare at him all day."You must be wondering why you got the offer of the position of being my secretary?"He seems strict. I should be presentable and suitable in front of him to save the position for myself. I can't lose this."I believe in my own capabilities as a person, and my ability as a worker. I'm here with you now, because I believe I'm more suitable than others who's applying for the position of being your secretary, Sir." I always believe that I stand out in any ways, and I deserved every opportunity given to me."You have a good and strong personality. That's great." He commented. I feel delighted."Thank you, Sir.""However, a duties of a secretary isn't as easy as you think. Are you aware of it?""Yes, Sir. Since before I applied for the position, I'm well aware of every things that a secretary should do. The secretary must assist the boss, scheduling, documenting, document management, answering phone calls, responding emails...""Okay, that's enough." He raised his hand and I stopped from talking immediately."One important thing you must know about your job acceptance, it's because you're married." I'm surprised. But why? "I don't want to indulge and be exposed to single women. They are a pain to deal with when they learned to like me. In work, unnecessary things such as flirt, and adoring is strictly prohibited. Congratulations, you may start your job next week."He stood up and left. He didn't even let me speak. Although, it's much better that way.Still, I left the company building with a wide smile crept in my lips.I knew it. Thank you, heavens.I went to a pastry shop and brought a chocolate cake before going to get my children from their godmother."Wow! Chocolate cake!""Yummy!"They giggled as soon as they saw the cake off the box. They are excited as me. I clapped my hands and they held their heads up to listen to me.I'm lucky to have an obedient kids."Today, we are celebrating because mommy got the job!""Yeyyy!" They happily clapped their hands and get off their chairs to give me a hug."Congratulations, mommy!" They all said in chorus. In response, I embraced them back and kissed their foreheads individually."Thank you, babies. Come on, let's eat." We shared the feast I prepared and our dinner was filled with constant happiness because of what we achieved.In the entire week of no work, I was able to fill the days I wasn't able to be with them. I took them to the nearby park, to the mall and escort them to their school.How I wished, time couldn't be done so fast. But today, leisures has totally ended and I must face reality."Mommy's gonna leave for work after escorting you to school, and your godmother Bea would fetch you later at afternoon, alright?" I have to remind so that they will know who to wait after class.My kids are smart and obedient. They never cause me headache and everything was efficient and handy for me."Okay, mommy.""We will wait for godmother and will not leave if she didn't come and fetch us."I pat son's hair, "Take care of your sister. You little men are in charge of looking after her when I'm not around.""Yes, mommy. Don't worry, we got Amy in control." My prince Duke salute like a soldier.I chuckled. "Very good. My Amy, be good and listen to your brothers okay?""I will, mommy because Amy is a good girl." She giggled and give me a hug before inviting her brothers to go inside their classroom.I talked to their teacher before leaving it is to ensure the safety of my children and who she can entrust them after class.When I arrived at the company, Miss Roxy guided me with everything. I will be the one to continue with her work as she is going to retire."This will be your station." There's a desk in front of the CEO's office, I supposed that this will be my workplace ever since I lay my eyes here last week. "From now on, you will be attending to the CEO's needs. And that compiled files over here, will be your first job." She took a file whereas covered with clear plastic and handed it to me. "This is the scheduling book. Everything is written here regarding the CEO's agenda for the entire week, each of it must be attended. For the future schedules, you will input everything here.""I get it, Miss Roxy.""I'm relieved. I'll be leaving the company at ease. I believed in you, Rain. Please take care of the CEO on my behalf." She will definitely miss her work here, but she has to leave and make up with her family. It is what she said and I think it's a must because of her age. Afterall, she's already sixty."I will, Miss Roxy."When everything has been settled, I was called by the CEO in his office. And I didn't expect him to give time just to welcome me on my first day."Today will be your first day, dine with me."I'm surprised. He's the only boss who did this to me for a welcome. It's too much that it made me feel inspired and motivated.He's not bad despite being a strict Boss."Thank you, Sir. But... You don't have to do this." I said in courtesy, and I didn't mean to provoke him."I know. However, I don't adjust to employee's favor and this is only my tradition of welcoming new employees like you." He said and I can't even see any sign of emotion written in his face aside from being serious. "I believed, it's bad to make the food wait." He passed through me and went to the living area where the food is served.I feel embarrassed.I carefully sat on the seat opposite to the CEO. I don't know how to interact, since I'm also insecure with my actions. I'm worried that he might dislike me because of that. "How old are you now, Miss Esquivel?" He suddenly asked. I'm not touching anything on the table yet. "I'm 27 years old, sir." I answered politely. "You're young. How old were you when you got married?" He's eating and seemingly unbothered while asking. "I was 23 incoming 24 when I got married." This feels awkward, really. "How do you define marriage? Did you marry your husband because you were in love with him?" I don't know if this is still a work related topic that we must discuss, but... "Sadly, I didn't marry for love." I smiled, and for some reason, I feel like I want to open up. "So, I can't really define the essence of marriage without love as its core value." Yet, I end up stopping myself from serving the first summary of my life. He's still a stranger even if he's entitled as my boss. I want to kno
"What took you so long?" His voice was stern when he asked. He seemed unimpressed for I come here late of his expected time. I'm speechless. He just called me and I went here as fast as I could. Only a few minutes has passed by, since that happened. I don't know what to say and how to answer, because I'm fully aware that I'm not at fault. Should I say... He has issues and I'm unknowlegeable of it. "My brother is a playboy. He's not a good influence to anyone." He suddenly added. This time, he's calm while reading the files I give him. And I don't have an idea as to why he's giving me that kind of advise when I'm married. "Pardon, Sir?" He stopped and took a glimpse of me. For some reason, he gave me the chills that makes me feel uncomfortable. "Nevermind, Miss Esquivel." He said after a few seconds of looking. "You can go back to your post." I breath in relief. I thought it would turn to be something serious. "Before I leave, do you have any other concern which I can assist
Rain roused up early and prepared all the necessary things for her and her children. She took care of them right after cooking their breakfast. Taking them to bathe and helping them change their clothes. "Alas, finish your food, alright? You'll be spending 5 hours in school so better fill your tummy with enough food." She reminded her other son as she took care of her daughter, Amy. "I know, mommy." Alas lazily agreed. "Wasting the graces will be punished by god, mommy, right?" Duke said. Alas glared his brother. "I'm eating it all, Duke. Can't you see?" He seems annoyed."You're eating, but you're displacing the veges." Duke bashed back. Alas face dishevelled. "You're annoying, tsk." Alas commented. "Enough, boys. We are in front of the food." Rain lectured his boys. "And you, baby Alas, you are not allowed to leave the table if you're not eating the veges. Do you understand?" With a heavy sigh and a heavy shoulders, Alas nodded in silence. "Okay, mommy." Rain smiled at her s
As the three of them entered the designated hotel which they are going to meet with her bosses' family, she couldn't contain the uneasiness building up within her. The surrounding might feel cold, but it's indeed nothing compare to tye coldness she's having in both of her hands and feet. Yes, she's nervous. Really. "It seems like they're already waiting for us." Aiden spoke and took a glance of her. "Rain, you're quite." She blinked more than usual. More than thrice as she looked back at Aiden. "Oh, did I missed something?" She replied. "No, nothing. Just wondering why you're quite." Aiden just shrugged and smiled. 'What am I supposed to talk about? It's not like they're like an ordinary people, like me.' Rain said at the back of her mind. Uriel on the other hand was just observing his two subordinates. He was talking with his brother earlier regarding the status of their business, as he just replaced their grandfather from the position of a CEO. Also, the presence of his secr
As they got back at the company, they went back to each of their designated work as if nothing happened. On their way back, the two brothers were quite, Aiden was observant to give the peace that his brother need. For Rain, she just feel like she's not in a proper place to question or to speak, right after the encounter. Even if she was the innocent victim who was judged by his boss' mother. Although, the woman did apologized to her before they separate ways. Her boss did its job to stand up for her and that was enough. "Hi, good afternoon." A lady in a corporate attire went to her desk with a small and shy smile crept in its lips. Rain stood up. "Hi, good afternoon toom how may I help you, miss?" She politely greeted and cater the girl.The girl handed a few files to her, "The department of finance asked for the signature of the CEO. This is the summary of the sales report for the last six months." Rain took the files and checked it individually. After a few seconds, "When do you
When Rain finally handed the files back to the said department, she went home immediately. But as she was walking towards her house, the memory of her staring at her boss's was still fresh. It felt so slow like a drama, whereas the main girl character was astonished to the main lead character. She crouched on her own head as it practically drowned her from living inside her memory. "Enough of that, Rain." She scolded herself for that. "You're home now. Quit fantasizing." She hissed and composed herself once again before opening the entrance door of her house. As expected, Bea is there. Probably, waiting for her. But this time, the kids are still awake. Playing rubics cube and lego toys in the living area. "Mommy!" The three adorable kids beemed when they noticed her presence. Rain smiled heartily. Upon seeing her kids, all of her worries were replenished by them. It seems like these children have their own magic to heal her from distraction. "Hello, babies." She knelt on the groun
All of a sudden, Uriel requested her to stay. Rain had no room for rejection as it is a part of her work, although, there’s a huge part of her that was so disappointed because she thought she could finally go home and have a rest. "If you wish, Sir. I shall stay and lend you my help." She answered. "I appreciate it, Miss Esquivel." He tilt his head up to look at her. When he found her eyes looking back at his, he couldn't figure something as to why those deep emerald eyes gives him some chill, which is indeed quite unknown. "What is it that you want me to help you with, Sir. So, we could begin it." She didn't let the topic loose and asked the necessary things that her boss wants her to help with. Uriel took off his sight from her and check the things that he needs her to work with. When he found the gigantic files piling up beside his table, he pointed it for her to see. "It's here." He must be saving his words for that. Rain took several steps to see where he was pointing, her e
Uriel was busy when Rain interrupted him. He looked up to her and put everything from his hand to the desk. "The food is here, Sir. I should set them up so you could eat." She said and smiled before turning her back at him. It was a fast pace interaction between him and her. He followed her by gaze and following every actions she's doing to prepare the foods he ordered. He saw how it took her much effort to keep the things she's working aside before setting all the foods on the midi table in the living area. After a couple of minutes, she turned to his place and invited him to dinner. "Sir, the food is ready." Uriel blinked his eyes naturally and eventually stood up. He walked towards the living area and sat comfortably at the single sofa. The moment he had his seat, she excused herself silently with the files on hand. She carried a lot and that confused him. Because to him, they're supposed to eat together. It's not like, he brought dinner for himself only, but also for her. "Whe