Chapter 3 Harris construction

Mila POV...

I woke up quite early as the excitement did not allow me to sleep a wink, today was my first day at Harris Construction and I was beyond excited.

I quickly had my shower and got ready wearing an all-black dress.

I hurriedly ran down the stairs as I went to the kitchen to make myself something to eat.

I was so engrossed in my meal I almost didn't hear my phone ding, as I looked at it and saw it was a text from Maya, wishing me luck on my first day and every word she wrote brought a smile to my face.

I felt so positive that my day was going to be great and nothing could stop me now.

Stepping out of the house, I took a bus to the other side of town where the company was.

As I Inched closer to the company, I suddenly became consumed with feelings of doubt and uncertainty as many unanswered questions hovered endlessly in my head.

Taking a deep breath, I mentally prepare myself as I walked into the office with my head held high.

Walking up to the receptionist, I greeted her with a smile on my face.

"Hello! Good morning! How many I help you?" she replied with a smile on her face.

"I'm Mila Brown here to start the job." I replied nervously.

Nodding her head in an instant, she typed on her computer non-stop, as I stood there consumed with my own nerves.

Moments later she raised her head smiling at me.

"You have to take the elevator on your left to the 10th floor, Marie is waiting to take you to where you need to go." she ordered.

Nodding my head, confused beyond words I took the elevator on my left as I was instructed.

Reaching to the 10th floor, a girl with the most amazing shoes rushed to me pulling me to herself.

"Hi! I'm Marie!" she greeted smiling.

"Mila Brown." I replied, still so nervous.

"So, I'm going to show you to your new work space. You are going to be Mr. Harris personal assistant." Marie said pulling me to pick up the pacing.

Hearing her words made me weak in the knees, as the tension I was feeling went from a 50 to a 100.

"What? Do you mean like... the owner of the company?" I asked with trembling lips.

"Yeah...." Mila smiled as she pulled me into the elevator. "Mr. Harris former assistant retired. She was getting too old to work, so you are here to take her place." Marie said, as the elevator door opened and we stepped into the most beautiful office side I have ever seen.

I was so mesmerized by the beauty of the place, that I tried hard to keep my composure, as Marie took me to the only office there.

"Sir......" Marie called out to the person seated there.

The chair soon turned around facing us and seated there was an elderly man, maybe in his early 60's staring back at us.

"Marie, what do you have for me?" he said standing up to pour himself a cup of coffee.

"Sir....... We got you a new assistant." she said

"Humm... finally it was about time." he continued walking up to us giving me a hand shake.

"And what is your name?" he asked.

"Mila Brown." I said smiling.

"Well Mila, it is so good to get the chance to work with you. Marie would show you to your desk after you have signed the necessary agreement." he said smiling as he walked back to his seat.

Nodding a thank you, Marie took me to sign the agreement and also showed me my work space.

"Now, you are good to start, lunch is by 2pm at the cafeteria downstairs, so, if you need anything or you're just bored, don't hesitate to call me. Here is my number." She said writing down her number.

"Thank you, Marie." I nodded saying, as I looked down the loads of work left on the table.

I quickly texted Maya telling her everything was going great, as I continued to settle down in my new job.

"Working at the Harris Construction was a dream, as Mr. Harris was the best boss anyone could think of. He was like a father to me and I was starting to feel more comfortable here.

6 months later

It's been 6 months working here and everything was beyond perfect

Marie and I became very close friends and Mr. Harris is the best boss anyone could ask for. My work life was going great but neither did I know that everything was about to change.

"Mila, can you come to my office, please?" Mr. Harris called out for me.

Quickly I rushed to his office not wanting to keep him waiting.

"Yes Sir, you called for me?" I answered saying.

"Yes, Mila. As you know, it's almost the end of the year so, I need you to start the arrangements for the end of year company's party. Marie and Jolie will assist you in doing so, since it is your first one." He said dismissing me immediately.

Nodding in agreement, I walked out quickly and immediately texted Marie. Almost instantly Marie was at my desk squealing in excitement.

"Mr. Harris doesn't just give this task to just anybody, as the end of year party is a huge deal here so, we need to bring our 'A' game. Jolie would meet us up at our usual place to discuss." Marie said with excitement laced in her voice.

The preparations for the party with Marie and Jolie was fun and also exhausting, as it was finally time for the party.

Maya insisted on going with me, so we went shopping for new dresses.

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"Maya! Hurry up! We are going to be late!" I yelled to my best friend who was taking too long to get ready.

"I'm done, okay? You don't need to scream my name!" Maya replied as she walked down the stairs.

"Finally!" I sighed in relief as we both took a taxi to the party.

Getting there, the company was filled with people of different kinds, eating, drinking and talking to each other.

The decorations came out amazing, just like I had pictured them.

Marie soon came up to us with a drink in her hand.

"Mila! We did it!" She squealed in excitement, as she handed me a glass.

Smiling and nodding my head, I introduced Maya to Marie and before I knew it, they were good friends.

The night went on smoothly, as we talked and ate all through the night.

Soon enough, Mr. Harris took the stage to make his special speech.

"Good day everyone! Most of you might know me but for those that do not, I'm Mr. George Harris, CEO of Harris Construction and I would like to welcome you all here today!" He said which was followed by the guest clapping.

"So, before we raise our glasses, I would like to make a little announcement.

"I, Mr. George Harris, am retiring from the company." He said and there was absolute silence in the room.

Everyone was shocked, including me, 'Mr. Harris didn't mention to me that he was retiring' I asked myself confused.

"I know everyone is surprised about this new development, but I'm not leaving you without a CEO. My son, Angel, will be taking over my position as CEO the new working year." He said those words and I froze.

I have never seen Mr. Harris son before, but I had heard all those rumours about his rebellious attitudes.

In an instant, my heart started beating fast in uncertainty, as so many unwanted thoughts came to play so freely in my head.

And there and then, I knew nothing would ever be the same again.