Aesthetic's POV:
" Hurry up Thea! Mrs. Smith told us that the boss will arrive today. " My friend Kiendra shouted at me when she noticed that I'm just sitting on my chair, doing nothing. I boredly set my eyes of her and nodded tardily as if I was just hanging around.
I can't blame anyone for being so sleepy at work, it was already five in the morning when I fell asleep because of my stupid dream. I dreamt about a man who looks exactly like a protagonist in a fantasy story. Though I can't clearly define his features, but all I know is that, he can definitely drag women's interest.
He has this dimmed eyes with a deep meaning inside. It seems that there are nameless emotions in it that may broke his stance any minute. That dream! That dream always shows up trice a week. What does it mean? And who the hell was that man?
" Are you done day-dreaming? Do you wanna get fired? " I moved my sight to her when she sarcastically asked me a question. Kiendra was always been a hot tempered woman, maybe that's the reason why she's still single till now. Oppsss! We're actually the same.
" I'll be at your back. " I answered. She turned her back at me and walked slowly while stamping her foot. This amazona girl is really aggressive. Well, she cares for me and I appreciate it.
After my parents died because of an accident ten years ago, she became my family in an instance. I was twelve years old when I was left alone. No relatives, no friends. I remember that I was so hopeless and thought that I will die together with my parents, but unexpectedly, a fifteen years old girl named Kiendra showed up and grabbed me to save my life. But,------my parents didn't survive, including my older brother who was always been by my side whenever I needed comfort.
Subsequently, she brought me to an orphanage and we grew up together. My parents are known for being great in business, but there was no news about their death. Not even me, as their missing daughter. That's why I stayed quite and started to stand up on my own foot. Nevertheless, that was all from the past, so maybe there's no one who can recognize me now. After all, I grew up as a fine lady and an independent one.
" Crap! " I cursed and ran as fast as I can when I noticed that I'm the only person who was left in this floor. Maybe they're all at the entrance, welcoming our new boss. I quickly stepped my foot in the elevator and pressed the first floor.
I'm at the fourty-fifth floor and my destination is the first. Holly molly! Maybe because I was out of my mind these past few weeks, that I even neglected my work as a part of the department of finance.
I'm wearing a black skirt that's two inches above the knee, paired by a white fitted shirt with a black coat. This isn't the proper uniform here, but mine was soaked wet last night when the rain poured from the sky.
I'm now twenty-two years old and still a graduating student from the Stallion University. A school that has good reputation and reviews. It's an expensive school but I was able to study there because I have my scholarship. Maybe that was the reason why they hired me even if I'm not yet a college graduate.
I lifted my head to see who's the person in front of me when the elevator stopped in the twenty-fourth floor. Seems that I'm not the only one who is late and will be fired? Thank God I have a companion if ever Mrs. Smith will blow fire on me.
" Hello? " I greeted but more like a question. LOL! I was aiming to take a glance at him but ended up fixing my gaze to him. I was so shocked when I realized how good-looking this person is. The person whom I just saw at this very moment. Could it be, fate?
" Ahemm... Don't you know how to talk? " I sarcastically said then stared at him. He has this domineering aura and a catchy charisma. I looked at his face and saw how artistic his eyebrows are. His dark eyes that symbolizes danger yet, it was so gorgeous that I won't be bored by just staring at his two dimmed eyes.
I moved my gaze to his well-shaped nose down to his thin sexy lips. Ghad! How can this man be so perfect? His skin that looks so soft and his jaws that was like curved by an artist for a year. He even have this luscious adams apple. Woah! Is he a celebrity? But how come he's here?
" Tsk! Your eyes are indeed annoying. " I suddenly snapped out all my fantasies in my head. Really Thea? You lost yourself just because of this arrogant man in front of you? Hmmp...
I looked at him from head to toe, as if I was disgusted but I really know how perfect he is. Wearing a formal suit that fits his tall height and body. Though I can't see through how it really looks like, but I can definitely guess that he have some hidden abs in his black coat. And it looks really expensive.
" Dream on! I was just looking around. " I stated and looked away. Why do I feel that this elevator is so damn slow? Aren't we there yet? I played with my fingers, trying to stay calm when I sensed that he's now looking at me. The heck? Why does my heart is beating rapidly like I'am in a race or something?
" Hmm... You're pretty brave for an employee. " I lifted my head when he spoke up. Huh! Is he discriminating my status? Can't let this dumb guy win. I crossed my arms and accessed my deadly gaze to him. Eye for an eye, a man for a woman.
" Don't you know that being an employee in this huge company have a great salary rather than some celebrities? " Gosh! Seems like I was reciting a poetry. I raised my eyebrow and turned my eyeballs at him. Yes, he is indeed handsome but that doesn't mean that I'll let him split away.
My body froze when I found out that he's actually trying to make me embarrass using his sharp eyes. His features are truly irresistible while his figure is definitely the perfect definition of the word perfect itself. He may be from a well-known and wealthly family.
" I didn't ask... " He seriously said right into my face. He frowned but looked away immediately after taking a glimpsed at me. Well, I'm cute so maybe he can't resist my beauty. Toinks!
" Now you're acting weird. It's ok! I know you already regretted what you said. " I normally said and took a deep sigh. Now we're almost near to the first floor. Kiendra and the group might literally kill me if I put stains to our department. I know that there are many employees who doesn't like me at all. Maybe because they thought that being just a student isn't qualified to work in this company.
I hurriedly stepped out when the elevator arrived. I was about to run in order to welcome our new boss at the entrance when someone holds my wrist tightly. I moved my head and saw the guy whom I don't like. Well, I love his physical appearance but not his cold and rude personality.
" What is your problem? " I hardly asked him trying to break his grip. I was stunned when I saw danger in his dark eyes, as if there's something he doesn't like. I followed his finger that's currently pointing to me. I exclaimed when I realized what he wanted to say.
" You want your black bra to show off? Fix that damn button first before someone will see it... " After saying those words, he left and didn't bother to look back. His broad shoulders were dragging others attention. I hurriedly buttoned my shirt and fixed my messy hair.
While walking, my mind is occupied by that mysterious hot man. Maybe that was the reason why he felt shy earlier. I thought that he realized something good. Well, some wealthy people doesn't know how to respect others, they keep bragging about their money and pride. But,-------should I call him, the elevator guy? Cute!
" You silly girl! Where have you been? The boss already arrived awhile ago. " Mrs. Smith asked me with a low but deadly voice. All my colleagues are staring at me with pure amusement. That's not new to me at all, almost all of them hate me. I don't even know why?
" I have a stomachache, that's why I was late Mrs. Smith. " I responded but didn't dare to look at her. We're just standing near to each other. This company really have many employees, no doubt that this is the most well-known company in this country.
There's no such thing as grand entrance or party, they were only informed that the new boss will be here and will settle this business from now on. It felt weird. I saw how women squeaks as if they were truly excited. Some are whispering about something and others are looking at the mirror, fixing their make-ups. Never mind! They just want to show off to be favored by the new owner.
Seems like Kiendra is nowhere to be found. With this huge number of people? I can't even recognize some people around. I just started working here last year, so I'm not really that aware of others agendas.
" Everybody, go back to work now! " I stiffened when I heard that deep manly voice. I was scared to look up but I decided to enlighten my thoughts. Could it be, him? That elevator guy?
" Oh God! Please spare me... " I whispered when I confirmed that it's actually him. The girls began to murmured and his catchy aura spread all around this floor. He's near me, probably just ten steps forward. I wonder around, hoping he won't see me, but I was totally wrong.
" You... " All eyes around me when he pointed his finger in my direction. I felt my heart skipped a beat. Will he fire me? If I had known that he's my boss, I would've not talk to him like that. I might have even just take the stairs earlier just to avoid him and his rudeness.
I almost stop breathing when he slowly walked towards me. All I can hear is the beat of my pitiful heart and the sound of his shoes, touching the floor. I wanted to move away but I can't, and I musn't. I compossed myself and remained my stance. I smiled at him but I didn't dare to look at his dangerous eyes.
" Follow me in my office... " He whispered and continued to walk. I felt the sudden heat rose up on my cheeks when his breath touched my ears. A huge voltage of electricity runs in my system. Now what? Should I call myself lucky now?
Aesthetic's POV:
" Hurry up! " I almost jump off when he demanded. His voice was like a deep hole wherein, you'll be curious of what's hidden inside. My hands are both sweaty while my knees are trembling slightly. As if, one wrong move and I'll be swimming on the floor.
I tried to be calm and didn't think about negativities, but the hell? How can I not think about it, when I knew that I offended the boss earlier? We're currently at the top floor, walking towards his office. For years of working here, I didn't get the chance to even step on the top floor of the building, but how unlucky am'I to be here for a punishment?
" We've arrived Mr. President. I'll be on my way to deal with what you told me yesterday. " The man in white said. In front of me is my handsome boss and his personal worker, I guess? He's quite tall but the boss is more taller. He have this gentle voice and overwhelming aura. More preferable than the other rude man in his side. Though the boss is still more gorgeous than him, but I like more about his personality.
" Call me after the investigation Red. I want every single details. Got it? " The so-called Red replied yes and then bowed his head to show respect. I stared at him and noticed that he's actually cute. With his tantalizing eyes and thin lips.
" Goodbye miss... " He formally said as if we know each other. I can't avoid myself to blush when he smiled at me with those hipnotizing eyes of him. I snapped out of all my imaginations when I heard someone groaned.
" Get inside young lady! " He exclaimed with a deep manly voice. I witnessed how his eyebrows furrowed and his adams apple moved. I straightened my back and slowly walked inside his office. My heart skipped a beat when he slammed the door that made my eyes blinked for a seconds.
" Now, where were we? " He sarcastically asked and head to the sofa. My jaw almost drop after seeing how his office looks like. It seems ordinary from the outside but it's actually bigger than my house in the inside.
Some well-known paintings was being displayed everywhere. The walls are pure white and the curtains were black. There are three doors, maybe one of it is the comfort room and the other is an unknown room. There's even a luxurious sofa set at the center while the President's table is near the windows.
I moved my gaze and saw a double door refrigerator at the very back of this room. Did I get it right? Is this even considered as an office? I would love to live here if there's a chance. This is like a five star hotel.
Because of too much excitement, I ran towards a huge window to see what it looks outside. I touched my hand to the glass and my eyes were filled with pure stupefying. Watching how the world defines beauty, I felt a warm hand touching my heart. I don't know why but looking how beautiful the outside was, made myself satisfied.
" Stay still... " My body froze after hearing those gentle yet dangerous words. My breath becomes limited when I felt a dark presence at my back. " Don't move, or else------ " He whispered and pauses for awhile. A tingling sensation runs through my system when I felt that he's sniffing my hair, down to my bare neck. It feels weird and his gestures are quite confusing.
" You'll suffer the consequences... " He added with a smirked. One of his hand captured my fingers that's touching the glass window, while the other one is holding my waist tightly. I don't know what to do nor feel. It seems that he's out of his mind.
" Your scent... " He murmured. " Your scent is so damn good... " I got panicked when he touches my neck softly. A nameless voltage of electricity traveled down in my spine, as if he's teasing me. He slowly swayed my messy hair out of my shoulders and bury his face on my neck that made me stiffed.
" W-what do y-you want to d-do? " I asked trying to stay compose but I failed. I stuttered while saying it. I looked at the glass again and realized that I can see his reflection there. He's taking his time to smell my scent while his dimmed eyes are gazing at me, coldly.
" I like your scent,-------it makes me feel addicted... " He stated and crawled his fingers down to my lap. I can see how beautiful the clouds are, I can even sensed the wind outside this huge windows.
I was stunned when I felt that he's gently licking my neck. A sudden heat occupied my body and a numerous butterflies that was hidden in my stomach escaped. I was barely reaching my breath because of this nameless emotions inside my heart. He automatically chained me using his arms and said,
" Now that I found you after hundreds of years searching for this scent, I will never let you go again. Never again!----- " He whispered near my right ear and bit it before releasing. " Sweetheart... " He added and hugged me tightly.
Aesthetic's POV:
" Sir----let me go... " I begged trying to get out of his arms. He lossen his grip on me and turned me just to face him clearly. The first thing that I saw was his sharp gaze as if he's going to devour my soul out of my body. His lips stretched and plastered a satisfied smile together with his addictive smell.
" Let you go? " He smirked and laughed sarcastically. He then returned to his serious look and traced his fingertips on my hair. " Do you think that I'm an idiot to follow you? Now that your scent had prevail, all I have to do is to let you serve the sin of greed. " He stated.
He licked his lower lip that made my heart go crazy. The sin of greed? What do I have to do about it? I was about to asked him when a knock interrupted us. His eyebrows slowly furrowed while his smile vanished.
" Who's the person who got the nerves to ruined this very moment?! " He exclaimed. He quickly turned away which made me feel more relieved. He sat on his table and looked at me, signing to open the door for the person outside.
I didn't say a word and tried to avoid his gaze. Slowly and carefully, I walked towards the door but sensed that he's still staring at me from the back. As I reached the door, I took a deep breath and displayed a smile on my face. A fake smile to be specific.
" Where's Ace little missy? " A good-looking man showed up in front of me. The person whom asked me has a playful smile that's obviously a happy go lucky person. In total, there are six handsome men right now.
" Who's Ace? This is the boss' office. " I answered trying to make myself calm but I almost failed. Another handsome guy wearing a red cap stared at me straight into my eyes, and it made me feel really uncomfortable.
" That's it! Ace is definitely the boss... " A man with black jacket and earrings answered arrogantly. I raised one of my eyebrows and crossed my arms near my chest. These men are really gorgeous, but that doesn't mean that they can be also rude.
" If you want to see the boss, you need an appointment first... " I seriously stated. The look on their faces were all surprised but later on, a wide grin showed up on their face that made me scared a little. I took a deep breath and looked at them once again.
" If you don't have any appointments, then please leave kindly sir... " I formally said then stepped backwards when another man walked near my direction. He have this cold look on his face that made my heart beats rapidly as if I was in a race.
" Spade! " I was stunned when the boss shouted with full of authority. " Leave her be and talk to me if you wanted to settle something. " He stated with pure calmness in his dimmed eyes. The so called Spade smiled creepily then looked at me again.
" Lucky for you missy... " He mumbled and intentionally bumped my shoulder before walking towards Ace, the name of the boss. The other five people entered the office while glancing at me, as if I'm the most pathetic person in the world. I can't do anything but to looked down.
I quickly walked outside without a single word. As I was about to close the door, I heard the deep and manly voice again once more. " So, what's going on in the castle? " He asked with a serious look. I did not wait for their answers and closed the door.
While I was walking to my department's floor, I can't snap out all the curiosities that are now running in my brain. As what the saying said, curiosity might kill you someday.
The first thing is that, his gestures earlier were quite weird and touchy. How can he even lay his fingers on me? Even if he's the new boss, he still don't have the authority to treat me that way. Because this is the first time that I met him, what he said to me becomes a puzzle in my head. The scent, including the sin of greed. What does he mean by those?
Secondly, why does his friends are so damn good looking but have no good manners? Specially that man called Spade, he's the perfect definition of the word ' dangerous '. If Ace didn't said anything, what will he do to me after reaching my distance?
And lastly, what does he mean by the castle? Isthe boss adoring disney princess's and he wanted to make himself a castle? Or he just have so many secrets hidden in his claws? Forget it! It's not my business and I'm just an employee who wants to have my salary. Maybe it's good to avoid them for my future's sake.
I stepped in the elevator and pressed my floor. Lucky for me that I didn't get fired because of his flirty side. I heard from some gossips that Ace is the most influential man in today's generation. He became very successful from the age of twenty-two. Five years later, he came back to the Philippines and decided to take this position, but why?
I lifted my head when the elevator stopped. I was surprised when I saw the guy who's wearing a white suit earlier. Our eyes met then he automatically smiled at me, and I smiled back without a doubt.
" May I? " He asked with a kind voice. By just looking at him, I can clearly see that he's a nice person. I nodded but didn't dare to speak. I'm afraid that I might stutter and will be embarrass in front of him.
" Thank you... " He said and joined me in the elevator. Silenced covered the whole atmosphere and none of us wanted to break the moment. I touched my chest when I felt that I could barely breath.
I leaned on the wall but my head becomes dizzy all of a sudden. I forced to stand straight but my knees are trembling. Now what? What the hell is happening to me? Before the dark place consumed my consciousness, a warm body wrapped his arms around me.