The Butterfly Effect

Jo's POV

Ding, the elevator doors opened so I stepped in with confidence. I was ready! I've been waiting for an opportunity like this since.. I don't know...Forever?!...Everything should be fine it's just an interview.

I am not going to lie, this interview could change my life for good. It can open or close many doors for my business that I worked so hard to grow. But at the end of the day it's still an interview not brain surgery.

Everything depends, today, on how good I am to sell my business by answering their questions. The usual questions like "why my company? why should we choose you? what do you bring new?" I can answer them even in my sleep ..Yes I have the whole speech prepared, because it's very important for my company to get the contract with the Court.

"Selling" is something I was born to do, I always find the words to convince you to do what I want. I wanted to be a lawyer, but my parents convinced me that a business career would be more suitable for a girl, so I graduated Valedictorian an Ivy League Business School.

This contract better said this alliance would consolidate my company position in the top five accounting companies and me and my people we deserve this, we worked hard. I can't let anyone down so I've been preparing for this.

Yes, I am prepared. This morning, I dressed up with a pale yellow shirt which I matched it with a navy tailored suit. It fits me perfectly and I look professional. This is my lucky outfit, I can't leave anything random. Why you will ask? Because "Knowledge and luck are the ingredients for success", well at least that's what my mom likes to say. I smiled thinking about her.

My hair is tidied up in a bun and I applied a little bit of make up, not to much, you know just some nude eye makeup, black mascara and some cherry gloss on my lips. I wear black high heels to give me extra confidence, not like I needed, I know I am the best and they would be lucky to work with me.

Ding! The elevator door opened and I rushed out not checking the floor I was in. As I hit a wall in front of me, all the files I was holding, scattered around the floor.

Damn it, who puts a wall so close to the elevator exit? " Sorry Miss! " I heard a manly voice. I looked up to tell him not to worry, it happens, but my heart skipped a bit when his icy green glance met mine. He looked into my eyes like he wanted to search my soul and leave a mark.

" Sorry Miss, are you all right?" He asked again, bending this time to help me gathering the papers on the floor. " Yes, don't worry, I managed to say smiling".

I reached to take the papers, but the moment our hands touched an electrical shock was sent to my body. I manage to thank him again before I left looking for the office I was interviewing.

Wow that was weird, it's been a while since I was interested in a men. Yes of course, he was not just a man, he was a handsome one with beautiful green eyes.

It took me a second before I realized I was on the wrong floor so rushing back to the elevator, I checked the time, I don't like to be late. I always leave early and I don't like people who are late, basically they are saying they don't respect my time. Just as I pressed the elevator button, the doors opened and there He was standing in front of me, holding a cup of coffee.

I stepped inside the elevator and I noticed he was on the phone so I stayed one step behind him to admire his features. Even if he was leaning against the elevator wall, I could tell he was tall,he had black charcoal hair that was perfectly styled, a nice chiseled jawline and let's not forget those beautiful green eyes. Without even knowing, I smiled.

Dressed in a tailored black suit with a light blue shirt, I noticed the black thin tie that had a butterfly needle which again made me smile. He looked like one of those men models from the magazine covers.

"Yes, I will be in court all day, but I will call you later to make plans for tonight." His manly voice said shortly.

I can't understand what the voice is saying on the other side of the phone, but somehow I feel relieved that it's a man voice. He run his hand through his hair before replying quickly.

"Yes, I am tired. I left the party last night with a girl, it kept me busy all night, she knew what she was doing. I highly recommend her", he said smiling... Before I realized what he said, the elevator opened and He stepped out leaving a trace of his flagrance behind. I instantly inhaled it and imagined myself in his arms... Stop it, my inner self snapped at me, it's not the time to loose focus, eyes on the price.

I checked the time again, I have enough time , so I decided to go to the restroom to freshen up a little bit and give myself a pep talk.

"Josephine Jackson, you got this! Focus on the price. Stand straight, be polite and don't forget to smile "I told the girl in the mirror. I washed my hands thoroughly like I did before all my exams and meetings, it helps me focus, I fixed my jacket and went out to search for the office where the interviews were holding. It didn't take me too long to find the office, the number 100 was written with gold on the big brown door. I stopped in front of it waiting for someone to call my name, breathing through the silence and listening to my heart bits.

After a while the door opened and a man around fifty with grey hair and dressed up as a court officer called for "JJ Consulting". I smiled before I announced him that I am there on behalf of JJ Consulting.

"You can come with me. Everyone is ready for you", the Court Officer said politely. I nodded and followed him. As I entered the room, I could feel all the eyes on me, staring at me, giving me chills. I walked confident with my business smile: Game on, I told myself.

"Good morning, Miss Jackson! My name is Judge Quinn. Here are my colleagues: Mr Tanner (lawyer at Tanner& Associates), Mr Miller (lawyer at Miller&Sons), Mr Montgomery( lawyer at Montgomery & Brown) and Mrs Davis (lawyer at Davis& Davis)."

Saying the names The Honorable Judge Quinn was pointing in the direction of every lawyer, who was extending the hand for a shake. I smiled politely and shook their hands but when the judge said "Mr Montgomery "for the second time today my heart skipped a bit. I couldn't believe that "He " was in front of me.

The man from the elevator was here, in front of me with his beautiful green icy glaze, ready to question me about my skills. He extend his hand for the shake, not smiling like the others, scrutinizing me with his eyes. I shook his hand wearing my fake smile trying to be professional, but again his touch send electrical shots to my body. I still can't believe he is one of the people that I have to impress because he is going to decide my future.

"As you are aware, this is an interview to establish if you have the proper qualifications and skills to work for the Court and my fellow colleagues are representing the top 4 law companies in the City and unanimously will choose the person or the company that will work with. I am here to make sure that the whole procedure is a fair and right one. Good luck!" Judge Quinn told me smiling, after that he invited me to sit down and I released a breath that I didn't know I was holding.

"Miss Jackson, Mr Tanner addressed me "please tell us why should we choose you?" "Thank you for your question, Counselor! I answered smiling.

I remember reading somewhere that was the correct form to address a lawyer. Mr Tanner smiled so I am on the right track. "I am here representing one of the top accounting firms in the city, we have experts that can help you find the accounting irregularities in the cases you have or you want to pursue but we also have the technology to pass the information in real time. We are all passionate about our jobs and educated!"

Answering Mr Tanner's questions, I could feel his eyes burning my skin, I turned my head for a second to find him writing something in his notes. The next questions were following the same standard pattern and I could see Mr Tanner smiling satisfied with my answers.

Good I was getting cozy in my sit, pleased with myself when Mr Miller approached me. He was looking at me like I was some kind of prey and I suddenly I started feeling uncomfortable. "Tell us, Josephine, how came a young lady like you get to have a successful business? Is it that easy or you have your own tricks? " Mr Miller said touching my hand intimately.

When that man stroke my hand my mind went blank, I lost focus, I couldn't find the words to say something, anything.

I closed my eyes for a second, trying hard to find the answer in my mind when I heard a voice. It sounded familiar. I needed to focus on that voice so I can regain control over my body. I still don't know why I reacted like this but... Focus on the voice, Focus! My inner self was yelling at me.

"Your Honor, I am sorry to interrupt, but I do have a real question for Miss Jackson," saying this, he looked at me, searching my eyes, trying inside my soul to see if I was ok ." I know that I have to wait my turn, but I realized that it is related with Mr Miller questions and I don't want to reopen the subject later

"Focus, Jo, focus on his voice, I told myself and all the anxiety disappeared, all the answers to the questions were coming back to my head. I smiled like a stupid girl.

"Let's hear it, Mr Montgomery! "I heard the Judge Quinn saying. He turned his glaze to check on me, to make sure I was okay. His eyes were asking me if I needed more time.

I nodded softly letting him know that I am ok he can put the question.

"Mrs Jackson, you said that you can send information about the case in real time, can you tell us more?" I heard him asking me

"Thank you for the question, Counselor " I said smiling but I was actually thanking him for his help and I think he knew that. "JJ Consulting is using an online platform, with a virtual server and as long you have internet access you can access the files instantly." I told him holding my breath.

He raised his left eyebrow and turned around, letting Mr Miller to continue with his questions. Mr Miller was all professional, his questions were standard and I am happy this time, this old fox didn't try anything, I made myself a mental note to keep my distance from him in the future if everything works out.

Maybe I missed judge him, will see, time will tell, but honestly Mr Miller gives me weird vibes and I can't work with people that I don't like.

I shifted in my chair, trying to get comfortable. It was his turn and I was nervous. My throat was dry and it was getting difficult for me to swallow. He was getting closer to my chair making me to hold my breath. His eyes were looking at me like he was trying to read my mind. "Mrs Jackson how are you planning to deal with you regular clients and Court Cases? " he asked me seriously not moving his eyes from me

"Counselor, I said smiling. Don't forget the court is going to be working with a company, not a person! We have seniors accountants who you can choose from, in order to establish a connection, a trusting work relationship. We also have junior accountants who can deal with regular accounts.

"What if I want to work with you directly?" he asked me. His question surprised me and judging by his expression, I think he surprised himself.

"Of course, you can choose to work with me" I answered not realizing that I am blushing, "but like I just said earlier, every one of you will have more than one case, which means will be a lot of files to be verified. Everything is time sensitive, I can't do it by myself, that's why is better to work as a team. It's easy, faster and productive."

"Miss Jackson, you are saying faster...what are the time frame you think that you can deliver a financial report", he asked me in a professional manner.

" I believe that it could be done somewhere between 7 to 30 days, depending on the amount of files that has to be verified." I bit my lip as I was trying to see of he was pleased with my answers, he smiled at me showing a perfect pair of dimples like he was reading my thoughts

After Mrs Davis questions, Judge Quinn thanked me for participation "Again I am going to remind you that after all the interviews we will take to a vote. It has to be unanimous. We will let you know by tomorrow evening "The Judge Quinn smiled at me gently.

I thank the counselors and the Judge for their time and I walked out holding my head high. Except for that tiny moment, I believe I did great.

Jo's POV

I was sitting by the window enjoying the view. Sunset is my favorite time of the day. I love how all this different shades of orange and blue come together and create such a beautiful picture on the sky. I love how the Sun is coming down leaving the Moon to dominate his kingdom. I moved my eyes from the sky, just to see the people who were leaving their jobs and rushing towards their homes, to their loved ones. I miss having someone to go home too. I closed my eyes when I felt the tears building behind my eyes.

After I left the Court today, all I could think about was Him, Mr Montgomery. I close my eyes and shook my head so his image could disappear but his icy glaze it's stuck in my head, marking my soul.

It's been a while since a man caught my attention.

I married my college boyfriend right after graduation. With our heads full of dreams and our hearts full of love we stepped hand in hand out of the church ready to embrace our future. I smiled remembering that day.

I believed that I was the luckiest woman in the world having him by my side, you know smart, handsome and in love with me, what else I could wish for?

We traveled at the beginning and I got to see a little bit of the world, but after that our careers meddled with our lives. We both were busy trying to make it to the top so we put our hearts and sweat to achieve the greatness.

I remember the day I took my first pregnancy test. I got home early because the smell from the office was irritating my nostrils and it was making me nauseous, my stomach was bothering me as well and I was feeling low.

Sam, my coworker and friend, asked me if I was pregnant and then it hit me when was my last period? I usually keep track of everything but this month I had an important client, so I focused on him leaving everything else. I checked my calendar nothing was marked for this month.

Last month I remembered it was our two year wedding anniversary and we had a really nice weekend. I finally founded in my monthly planner my last period and it looked like I was late this month by two weeks, so to clear my head I decided to go home and take a pregnancy test. In a blink of an eye it turned out positive and I smiled thinking how fast you life could change.

I touched my belly instantly like I wanted to tell the baby Don't worry I know you are there. I waited for my husband to come home to tell him that he is going to be a daddy. His eyes lighted up and I think he was even happier than me about the baby.

It really marked me seeing him so happy.

We made plans about moving to a new house and how I am going to handle both my career and the baby.

Everything was fine until I started bleeding and I rushed to the OBGYN doctor. After a sonogram she told me sadly that I just miscarried, but not to worry it happens sometimes.

I was in shock. All kind of emotions ravaged my heart and mind but I never shared a tear. I started working like crazy not wanting to think about my life or my baby.

Couple of months later me and my husband decided to try to have a baby. I think I got pregnant just having him looking at me.

Unfortunately this time was no different, I miscarried and my world turned black. After multiple tests and blood work, the obg doctor told me that everything was fine with me, but probably me being overweight was causing problems.

I tried fighting the despair and the depression, I put all my efforts in work, not thinking about the pregnancy lost or my husband. I started drifting away. I couldn't bear looking in his eyes, all I could see was his disappointment.

To distract myself, I worked hard to became a partner in the company so I focused only on getting the position.

One day I came home early from a conference and as soon as I stepped in the house I knew my life will never be the same. I heard moaning coming from the bedroom and clothes were scattered all over the floor, I could have just turned back and leave, but I went to our bedroom just to find my husband in bed with another woman. That was official the end.

To be completely honest with me I left that marriage long time ago.

We had a amicable divorce and that was it. No hard feelings, no remorse, no tears, it wasn't meant to be...

It took me a while to decide what I am going to do with my new life, but I finally found my purpose. I started my own accounting company!

It was hard at the beginning, I can't lie, I had to work my regular job while hunting for clients and dealing with their accounts.

I consider myself one of those people who are lucky enough to make it in this business. I put all my efforts in growing my company, "JJ Consulting" made sure all clients are happy with my services and they recommended me. It was a long journey but now "JJ Consulting", is one of the top five accounting companies and I planning to became number one.

The Contract with the Court would help me get that. The only thing I am said about is that I don't have anyone to share my achievements.

After my marriage ended two years ago, I was so focused to transform myself, to reinvent myself, to achieve my goals, so having a fling or romantic relationship never came to my mind.

My friends supported me but they never actually understand me.

Today all I could think about was him. Meeting him today made me completely loose focus for the first time in my life but somehow he helped me regain control.

When my cellphone rang I answered quickly, because I know it's her.

She is my best friend, Samantha. Even though we are not sisters, I love her like she is, my sister from another mother.

" Hey, Sam , what's up ? I asked her curiously. " Hey, Jo" I could hear her friendly voice on the other side of the phone "I just wanted to see how you're doing? How did the interview go?" She continued asking me.

"I am fine, just tired... The interview went well , I think! Probably by tomorrow night I will know for sure what's going on! I told her smiling "What about you? What's new?"

"Oh nothing much really... I just broke up with my boyfriend, whatever... I just need to get drunk and get laid" saying that she started laughing. "What do you say? Should we call the girls and go out, I really want to dance..."

"Why not", I said surprising her and myself. "Can we go clubbing? I heard about a new club downtown! Dancing, getting waisted... how does that sound?" Sam asked again.

"Okay, Sam. Let's go clubbing". By the time we ended our conversation, I was already ready to back out.

Which club we are going, what time we were going to meet, every detail was set in stone and to late for me to change my mind.

***

I went home to change my clothes and get ready for tonight .

I was in need for a drink so I went to the kitchen and poured a glass of white wine. I usually don't drink because I don't like drinking alone, but I do own a large collection of wines, most of them they are from my favorite vineyards from Tuscany and Napa Valley.

I took the glass with me and I went to search my closet for something appropriate to wear.

Flipping through my boring wardrobe, my eyes fell on a dress. How could I forget about it! This is not an ordinary dress this is THE DRESS.

I smiled remembering that moment.

It was just after my divorce sentence, when Sam called me to take me out to celebrate. You know she has one of those six senses when she knows I need to get drunk.

First we went to the beauty salon and I changed my hairstyle, getting myself a new hair color and a new haircut. For the first time I was actually pleased with my hair.

After the beauty salon we went shopping for clothes, you know to reinvent myself, but that was hard when you wear size 18.

The only piece of clothing I got that day was this midi backless black dress. I didn't care about the size, for sure it wasn't my size, but I knew I had to have it. I promised that day that I would be doing everything I could to wear it some day

That dress changed my life, it really did! Something happened to me that day after I bought the dress, I went home, I started to clean the fridge and the closets throwing away everything I had: good bye bakery products, chocolate, chips, fries, burgers and of course let's not forget the ice cream.

I wasn't ready to give up her yet, but I made myself a promise: Every Saturday will meet again.

That day changed my life, I started walking, eat healthy and even though the first month I gain more weight than I loose, the following one, I was able to see actual results.

I was so proud of myself I put my dress on and it fits perfectly, embracing my body like a second skin, hugging friendly all my curves. The two silver stripes are accentuating my figure. I love it it's perfect and I really look nice.

I went to the restroom and I did my makeup. I applied the rose foundation, a little concealer to cover my dark circles, some dark eye makeup with black mascara just to make my blue eyes popped and for the lips I don't need a lipstick since I have pink thick lips so a cherry gloss will be enough.

I know it should be a club makeup, but I can't do it, it's not me and I am not comfortable.

I decided to put my long blonde hair in a ponytail because I want to dance and don't want the hair to bother me. Before leaving the house I checked my self in the mirror for a final touch, this dress really looks nice on me.

I matched with my favorite high heels and I was pleased with myself.

Jo's POV

It was already 10:00 pm when we reached to the club. It was one of those new and deluxe night clubs where you can get in only if you have an invitation or if you wait on line for good couple of hours.

Thank Goodness, Andrea, my high school friend is working in the Business so we don't have to worry about anything.

It is one of those upscale clubs with a trendy modern design and huge dance floor. The music is laud but nobody seemed to care, everyone is dancing and by the look on their faces , they all are having a good time.

Andrea told us that it had also two Cocktails and Wine Bars, and a Tropical Outdoor Patio with two Tiki bars. I made a mental note that I want to go to the Tropical Patio, but after today's events I am really in need of a drink, maybe two...

After the waitress brought us the first round of tequila shots, Sam said:" To us! To always been able to laugh and have fun! Cheers!"

Everybody started laughing:"To us", we all said knocking out the shots! I gulped down the liquid and I instantly fell the warmth running through my veins. What a day, I told myself.

I was talking to Andrea when I had that feeling that someone was watching me. I didn't say anything, I just scrutinized the crowd until I found a familiar face staring at me.

Handsome as always, he was wearing a light button down shirt with the sleeves rolled up midway closed to his elbows and dark pants.. He was holding his hands in his pants pockets making him look more alluring.

Today from all the days and here from all the night clubs, he was here, checking me out, making my heart bit so fast that I couldn't breathe.

I gulped down another shot and I looked up at his direction. I think the second shot gave me courage because I smiled at him, but Mr Montgomery, the hot shot lawyer, stayed there with his hands in his pockets, not impressed by my flirting.

As I was standing there like a fool looking and smiling at him, a tall skinny brunette showed up from nowhere, wrapping her hands around his neck and giving him a long kiss.

What the hell, Jo, what where you thinking? You really thought that a guy like him is single? My inner self mocked me! What can I say, I am disappointed, it's been a while since I was attracted by a man. I swallowed and I forced myself to turn my head and listen to Sam, who is babbling about her ex boyfriend.

I really don't know how she is doing, with all her relationships she gets all in, loves without limits and limitations. I shrug my shoulders, I really want to be like her.

I turned my head in his direction one more time, because I really can't stop myself, it's like a force who's pushing me in his direction, but he is not there anymore, I smiled sadly having another shot of tequila. Hopefully tomorrow I am not going to regret it.

"Oh my Goodness, I love this song! come on let's dance! "Sam said squealing, grabbing my hand and pulling me to the dance floor "Havana, ooh na-na (ayy), Half of my heart is in Havana, ooh na-na (ayy, ayy)"

I can't believe I am laughing, she is so funny, it doesn't matter it she can't sing she still made me forget about you know who. Maybe it the tequila or maybe it's the music, it doesn't matter, I feel so good, so good that I started singing with her, letting my body free to move as he pleases.

I really enjoy this. I suddenly feel a hand holding my waist and a muscular body getting closer, but I don't care and as I continue to sway my body.

"Hey, Honey, do you want to came to my table and have a drink with me?"Someone whispered in my ear.

Really "Honey"? I heard myself saying out loud turning to the guy who was standing behind me speechless, because of my outburst . It was a cute guy, tall, muscular, but it wasn't a certain someone.

"I am sorry but it's girls night, maybe another time! I said smiling, trying to apologize." He smiled at me and left quickly probably happy that he ditched a bullet. Men, I told myself, shrugging my shoulders.

Sam gave me a weird look, but since I am a little bit tipsy, I really don't understand so she takes my hand furiously and leads me to the restroom.

"What was that, Jo? What's the meter with you? It's been more than a year since you got divorced, almost two years since you had sex... you're young and beautiful and super smart... you just need sex!!! That guy was cute ..." Sam was barking at me, like she always does.

I know she's worried that I work to much and I don't have a romantic life, it just today I am really not in the mood to listen to her preach.

But I can't tell her about Him, because there is nothing to tell...so I am staying here pretending to listen.

I was about to explain her that I don't do one night stand, when I got interrupted by the skinny brunette who got out from one of the bathroom stalls leaving me silent. She walked out the restroom in a hurry looking annoyed.

"Why not", Sam barked again "it's just sex, Jo, just sex! You know what you need? You need a stranger, yes trust me, you need a stranger... no names no questions asked, just plain old fashioned sex. It's like riding a bike .. you never forget but you just to go up there".

"Sam, but I don't know how to ride a bike " I told her laughing. If looks can kill, I would have been already buried because she was looking at me so intense and annoyed.

When the bathroom stall door opened with a loud bang we both looked in that direction and for second time tonight I gasped surprised seeing Him coming out from the stall!

I think that moment I wanted the floor to open and swallow me. He walked slowly, took his time to wash his hands, while my face was burning up, ashamed.

What was he doing there, in the women restroom. Damn it today I am slow, the alcohol is clouding my judgment.

"Look at this guy, he just had sex in the women's restroom! That's what you need, you need someone like him". Sam whispered but somehow both of us heard her.

"Okay, okay, please let it go, stop talking!" I snapped at her, biting my lips. I can't believe his here and that he had sex in the women's restroom. Oh gosh he just heard Sam saying that I haven't had sex in two years. I continue biting my lips so I don't start yelling at her now, I need to wait until he leaves.

He moved slowly to our direction, not moving his eyes from me, I am sure my face is all red. When he finally got close he touched my hand making an invisible circle with is finger in my palm, I don't know why I can't move, can't react, it's like I am under his spell.

He bend to throw the paper towel and he whispered softly just for me to hear "Breathe!"

After that he turned and left leaving me speechless Everything happened so fast, that Sam didn't even realized what happened and I finally released a breath that I didn't know that I was holding.

Oh my goodness I can't believe that happened. I think I sober up in a second. What is wrong with me, I was keep asking myself. Why I am acting like a school girl. Why he had so much power over my body?

"Jo, are you listening to me?" Sam asked me annoyed.

"Sam didn't I told you, just now to stop talking? What's wrong with you? Why do you care so much if I a have sex or not?" I just can't stop growling at her. I am so upset, I have no words to describe it. I see she is trying to make me feel better but I feel my tears buildup behind my eyes. "The guy that was in here, he is one of the lawyers who interviewed me today, and if I get the contract I will have to work with him on daily basis" ... I stopped trying not to cry. "Now he knows stuff about me, how can I ever have a work relationship with him? You know what, Sam, I just need some space right now, I am going home." I can't believe she put me in such a messy situation.

I left the restroom in a hurry with Sam behind me trying to apologize and even though it's not her fault, she was just trying to help me move on from my messy life, I can't stop being angry. I really need to go home before I will say something that I will regret.

I was at the bar waiting to pay the tab when a guy came close and smiled at me. I don't know why I smiled back, It wasn't one of those flirting smiles, it was a friendly genuine smile. "Hey, don't tell me you leaving already? He asked me softly. "Actually, I do" I replied smiling.

He looked at me serious after checking his phone:" But why, tomorrow is Friday?" And I started laughing.

"Well, unfortunately you're right it is Friday, that means I have to work". I replied studding his face.

He was good looking. He was tall, dark blonde perfect styled, a cute little beard. He smiled at me showing two cute dimples before checking his phone again. If you excuse me I have to go, I said quickly trying to make my way back to the table to grab my coat and say my goodbyes.

"Damian" he answered instantly and let me confused. "I am Damian " he said extending his hand for a shake. " Josephine, I replied shaking his hand, but I got surprised that he didn't wanted to let go of my hand. It was weird because he didn't look like one of those stockers.

"Damian what's going on? You don't look like you're flirting with me and yet you are stalling me? I asked him curiously.

"You're smart I like you! Yeah, actually you're right I am not hitting on you and yeah I am trying to stall you. We are going to be such good friends." He answered me with a grin on his face.

My eyes were wide waiting for him to explain himself. "I am actually waiting for Alex to come back.He told me that you are going to work with us", Damian tried to clarify but he only made it worse.

"Damian, who is Alex? What are you talking about?"I asked confused for I don't know how many times today. What is happening to me. Seeing his confused face, I asked him again? "Alex, who is Alex?"

"I am Alex", a familiar voice sounded behind me making me close my eyes for a second before I turned.

"Of course you are " I think I said that out loud, since Damian started laughing and Alex got close.