Chapter 5 v

A disappointment. I laughed at what she said in my head, feeling my heart break into many pieces, not like i hadn't expected it but I was shaken. My own mother thinks of me that way because I simply refused to marry the men she set me up with.

She was never forced to marry dad, I could remember vividly. From what I knew about their relationship and how it all started.

She met him in his company when she wanted to apply for a job and instead they both fell in love instantly and ended up getting married in a blink if an eye.

She even forgot about the job and decided to focus on him. Yet when it comes to me, I have to marry the wealthiest most influential man that would increase her wealth even more.

The last time I brought I man over was when I was seventeen, Ryker's bestfriend, who I thought was great except I couldn't remember his name. He had crimson eyes like the man from earlier that was why I was so flushed. The memories kept coming, his laughs and everything but it was a shame he wasn't the same person.

If I had a choice I would turn back the hands of time and tell that dreamy man to take me away and never return because I was fed up. I brought myself back to reality and stared at Mother coldly as she fiddled with her phone.

I knew exactly what she was doing, she was going to freeze my account and I'd Have to work and depend on my money and not theirs. And honestly that was the best thing that happened to me, I wouldn't feel indepted to dad anymore and no one would tell me how to do things so I won't be ridiculed and be an item of mockery.

I reached into my purse, Picked out my Bank cards, the money I had with me and handed it over to her without hesitating.

"Since You want to send me away to fend for myself, you can have your money and cards. I seize to be your daughter from the moment on,"

I spat in her face and flaunted my hair before walking away, feeling regretful and still hurt but I had no choice, I won't beg her so I can be treated like an item for sale.

I walked to the passenger seat of the truck, settled at the bag and crawled under the seat to cry myself to sleep. I heard her Say something to the mailman, Then she stormed off into the house slamming the door behind her.

The mailman came into the truck, started the engine and drove off without saying a word.

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Three hours of driving on a free road was nothing I would ever want to face again, the breaks to rest and buy some food since I had little money that Ryker had given me at the gas station.

I told him everything that happened and even gave him the details of where I was going. I occupied myself with going through my Things to make sure they were complete, I took out my laptop and saw that it was left on, I quickly turned it on and was met with a message that stared at me, the screen reflecting my shocked expression.

'Dear, Isabella Shaw, Your Application has been reviewed and accepted. We would like to interview you in two days time, although it was stated not necessary by the CEO.

But please do show up early, dressed in black, as the dress code for that day.

Signed by Secretary K, De'luca Enterprises.'

Well, it turns out someone already helped me find a job, I bet it's Her but why this company, I barely know anything about them or what they do. And with what I knew about the company, their Boss was a cold and ruthless man who would fire anyone in the blink of an eye.

I heaved a sigh, leaning back to think I'd everything, how the new place I was sent to would look like, my new boss and how I would cope without Ryker. Just thinking about it makes my heart clench.

But this was not the time to be moody, I just needed to settle in, know my surroundings and get a job.

We arrived at exactly Eleven PM, I was trailing slowly behind the mailman as he led me into the Apartment situated at the top of a tall high rise building, i would be occupying the last floor while I guess other tenants would be occupying the others.

When we stepped out of the elevator, a hall came to view leading a Sitting room that had a beautiful chandelier casting rays of light across the whole room. As I walked deeper, I saw the bedroom, the kitchen and the other extra room. I found it comfortable and it was already organized, so all I had to do was settle in and get ready for my so called interview.

The mail man and I, moved my things into the housez from my bed to my books. I arranged every in my liking and even replaced the bulbs and bought new cook wares.

I tipped the Mailman off so I could get on with taking care of the apartment myself. I cleaned every nook and cranny of the house, keeping the important or eye catching items I found.

Prepared a little meal even with what I had eaten earlier. I made a small portion of Pizza rolls and wine. Turned on my laptop and settled on my new bed in my new home after locking up, Settled in my cold room and began going through most of the files I had in my laptop.

I forwarded most of them to Ryker so he could help me send them to dad or even handle the submitting himself. Besides he would be filing in fir me while I'm away amd I wouldn't be happier.

I had decided to go through the information I could find about my new boss and Found some disturbing yet fascinating things about him.

One. In the entire city he was the only one who drove a car he manufactured and designed himself. A jeep with his signature on the Plates and it was a chrome silver or black colour.

Meaning that, this man would be the only one driving a unique and popular ride in the city, indicating how much pride he had.

And Two. My new boss has no record of having relatives, no photos, items to symbolize their presence and his home was located far away where People barely lived.

That's the only thing I liked about him. Aside from being proud, I was very excited to meet my new boss without having any negative thoughts at all.

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The day finally arrived, after one day of relaxing and binge watching, the day I had to go for my interview came and I was more than ready.

I wore a Black fitting noodle hand dress that hugged my curves perfectly, a gray cropped jacket and made my hair in waves as usual. I wore simple makeup, highlighting my eyes and lips.

I wore a simple black heel that would be considered a wedge and lucky for me, I had a shortcut to go take to the company so I won't have to drive or take a cab there.

I stepped out of the building after spending almost thirty minutes in the elevator, I was an hour away from being marked late and I wouldn't want to be late for an interview and make a very horrible first impression.

I cat walked casually yet quick along the streets, ignoring the people that gazed at me, some whispering others shamelessly talking out loud. Not that I even cared.

I passed through quiet alleys where I had to pray reverently that nothing happened to me, I saw the company garage just across the street and I was glad.

In an attempt to cross, A car pulled up in front of me, Windows tinted so completely that I could hardly see what was inside. I watched the window wind down, revealing a man wearing dark shades and a very familiar smile on his face.

"Get in," He ordered, his voice commanding and Empty, pride pouring out from him like water. I really wanted to slap him hard across the face and give him a piece of my mind.

"No thank you sir, I already called a cab," I answered, making up an excuse so he wouldn't know where I was going and then follow me like that idiot Luke did.

"I insist."

"No thank you," I repeated, scanning the are to see if I could find something or someone that would help me escape this shady man.

"Don't make me repeat myself,"

I glared hard at him, rage boiling my blood that I couldn't hold back anymore, I snapped instantly and started by pouring water on him.

"That should wash off that smirk on your face,"

"I will do more than Wet you next time if you bother me, Why can't you men just leave me alone? Find girls who run empires and leave me alone. I will not repeat myself, Come after me and watch your car burn before your eyes."

I said and walked off, I crossed the road without looking back, passed by the security gate after checking in and headed for the reception desk where I was given directions to the CEO's office.

The moment I got there I froze, The whole room was painted black except for the red light at the center. Gray furniture fitted perfectly into place with a bean bag at the end of the room right beside the L shaped sofa.

I closed the door behind me, placed my bag on the table and did a little stretch before letting my curiosity take over. roamed the Office, moving from one point to another without caring one but about who would walk in because I know bosses don't usually resume early.

I sat on one of the sofas after getting tired from moving around, I took out my phone and leaned into the comfort of the sofa, to scroll through my Phone.

However, Guilt hit me immediately, I shouldn't have poured water on that man even though he behaved unruly and commanding for no reason.

I just didn't like proud men who got everything done the way they wanted, I hated people who think they could get girls because they are wealthy and then end up being players.

Just thinking about what he told me made me angrier, I clutched my purse tight, fighting back the rage that threatened to come out and if it did I would end up leaving and loose every chances if having this job.

But I was right to be angry, who does that man think he is? That he could order me around, he couldn't even step up to talk like a civilized human being, talk more of being nice. He just spat out nonsense from his mouth thinking I was one of those girls that threw themselves at me and anything that had a third leg.

"If I ever come across that Proud peacock again, I'm going to Make sure I kick below the belt so hard he would be terrified to stick it in anything," I said aloud now standing on my feets since I had to stand up to pace the room, my thoughts filled with rage that I thought steam was leaving my head.

Unfortunately, Someone was in the office with me, the air was suddenly still and filled with tension. I felt the hairs on my skin rise when I realized there is a possibility that whoever it was must have heard what I said and would think I'm some blabbermouth.

"Relax Tess," A voice erupted behind me, so familiar yet I was too frightened to recognize it. "Please excuse me while I change my shirt," He stated and strolled past me, a heavy scent of lavender hitting me instantly and that's when my jaw dropped.

His hair was wet, shirt as well indicating he was the one who I emptied my water on. Oh God, just imagining what he would do to me made me almost wet myself.

I just Touched the tail of the ruthless billionaire who wouldn't hesitate to do anything to me at this moment.

But wait a minute, I was not the wrong one here, It was his fault for stopping a random lady on the road and bossing her around so Yeah, I'll stay and face him.

I crossed my arms under my breast and waited trembling terribly as his slick polished boot came to view, his possibly shoulder hair covering his face since it was still wet and I couldn't help but feel Guilty.

He placed himself on the sofa beside me and leaned into the couch now clearing his throat.

"Please sit,"

"No thank you Sir, I'd like to apologize for what happened outside," I quickly apologized, unfortunately rejecting his offer the second time today.

"Feisty I like, Besides who said I'm upset, Just sit and we'll talk," He stated his voice clear and no hesitation with his perfect American Accent. God. It was perfect with an Italian hint and then british, perfection in every word. And I unfortunately ended up on his black list, I guess.

"I am sincerely sorry for what I did sir, I promise I'd do anything to Pay back. I was just upset at the moment and."

"Isabella I do not want to repeat myself!" He raged interrupting me, and like a spell, I found myself seated obediently beside him, I was stuck, frozen and terrified. Who knows what he would do to me and I had no defense weapon with me.

"Good girl," He growled and faced me, his hands stretching out to hold my chin up, long slender fingers curved under my jaw, I helplessly did what I was supposed to do to avoid causing more trouble.

And to be honest, inside me, butterflies flew around madly, I couldn't see his eyes but I felt like I would instantly be lost in them.

He leaned in, inches away from my face, a smirk found its way on his lips and at that moment his hair moved and I was caught staring at a pool of clear glossy blood, calling me like a summoning.

I felt drawn to them instantly, my cheeks burning as his other hand found its way to my back and down my waist. With one swift move and probably alot of effort, I was on his lap, still frozen staring into his eyes and then it hit me.

The man before me was no stranger and his movements and charisma that was attracting me like a magnet, I knew exactly who it was but I was too scared to believe it.

Zain Vincenzo.

"It's good to meet you again Isabella."