Meeting him... Again.
“ Good morning, sis! ” My little cousin shouted as always. She does this every morning. But still, I love this. I'm 21 years old and Maya is 7 years younger than me. We love each other like sisters. And still, Uncle and Aunt love both of us equally.
" Sis, did you forget you have to be quick, " She said.
" Huh, why? " I asked, not getting what she wanna say.
" Oh! Interview, Secretary, Joining letter, 9.00 am, remember. "
When she said that, my eyes widened. As I remember everything. Then finding no other option, cause I'm running out of time, I doubled my speed and done my morning routine in just a few minutes. Maya was watching and enjoying while I was rushing things.
" I already know, you would do that again. " Maya said laughing. I replied, " I'm ready my dear. " She was ready to demand, I already have noted. " And I'll bring your favorite Ice-cream, on the way back home. " I told her before she could utter any word. She was happy with my statement about Ice-cream. She Hugged me out of happiness. This is our way to thank each other. We need no magic to feel this way.
Today is a special day. On my way to Office, Memories of yesterday flash in my mind. Yesterday, it was the first time I applied for any job. I didn't know what to do in an interview. Even though I searched google and watched some videos 1 day ago. I was a little nervous. I wasn't the only one there. So many people were applied for the intern and secretary position and various other positions. I had applied for an intern position.
I wanted to use my powers to calm myself, but I couldn't. Because of the promise was given to aunt. That I won't use my powers for a selfish reason.
" Sara Martin! " My name got announced to indicate that it's my turn to enter the room, where the interview was held. I wasn't so calm at first. But when I saw the old lady, I realized myself calming bit by bit. She was elder, so I bent a little to show my manners as a gesture of respect. She was so beautiful, even in her 70s. And has the rarest eyes I had ever seen.
She was wearing a simple but elegant business class dress. She has a calm and light aura around her. I could feel anyone's aura, no matter with or without powers. She wasn't loaded with jewelry except for a diamond tea–drop earring and a stylish business class wrist-watch.
" Good morning, mam! Nice to meet you. " I greeted her politely. As I did, her face lit up a little more, and I saw her smiling genuinely. She replied to me with a good morning. And the interview has begun. I tried my best to answer all the questions. And with last words, ' wait for a while, we'll announce the result at the end of the interview, ' my interview was over.
I released my breath, I didn't even know, I was holding. And it came out. When I was waiting outside, I somehow felt that someone is staring at me. But when I looked for the person, I found no one.
Finally, they came out of the room to announce the results. There were only 16 places for 16 people. And they declared the 16 names of the candidates. There wasn't my name so I decided to go back like every other who weren't selected. But I heard my name got announced. I was shocked as others. I heard the whispers saying, “ Lucky girl. ”
I asked to confirm that if they announce it. Emma ( the old lady) came forward, and clear my doubts. She said, “ Yes, you heard it right. I know it may be sound a little weird, but our boss personally said to hire you as his secretary. ” When I listen carefully, I was confused even more.
“ Mam! We arrived. ”As the taxi driver said that, I snapped back into reality from memories. I paid for him and got off from the taxi. I stood in front of the Office building. I was happy that I'm on time. It's still 20 minutes left, to start my shift.
I was about to enter the building when a puppy came in front of me. He was rubbing himself as he knows me already. He looked so cute. I was gonna pick it up, then I heard a girl rushing toward us. She was screaming, “ Judo, How many times I have to tell you not to run on the road and in traffic? ” She turned to me and her attitude changed in a blink. She said calming herself down, “ I'm sorry mam. If he did something bad to you. ”
I was laughing inside my mind over her behavior changes. Her mood swings are so quick, just like mine. I just kept smiling and said, “ You don't have to be sorry. He didn't do anything wrong, and he wasn't running. Maybe fate brought him here. ”She smiled hearing my firm gentle words. “ You are so sweet, mam. ” She said with a cute smile on her face. “ Aww! Don't call me mam. Call me sis. ” I told her.
“ Oh! Where're my manners? ” She murmured to herself. But I catch her words. “ Hi, sis! My name is Merry. ” She introduced herself to me. I replied with the same firm smile. “ Hi, Merry! My name is Sara Martin. Nice to meet you. ” I said coming down to her level and bring my hand forward. We both shook our hands a little. We were chatting a little. Suddenly, I felt the same stares. I tried to look for the person again. But finding no one I felt weird. After some chit-chat, the dog Judo got held by Merry. She has to go back, so she said goodbye to me; as I did the same. And we went our own way.
I entered the building and saw some people chatting and doing their work. One girl was holding piles of papers that should have given to interns. Those were too many files that they covered her whole face. I chuckled a little and helped her by holding some. She has round glasses on. She looked cute in that. She has formally dressed.
“ Oh! Thanks for the help. ” She said, “ You must be the new secretary everyone is talking about. ” I hummed in response and asked her, why? “ I don't know. They have habits to do this type of thing. ” we both laughed at the same time. “ By the way, where are we going with this whole bunch of files? ” I asked. “ In Emma's Office room.” As she said, I got confused and asked her. ' What? ' “ I thought these files are for the new interns. ” “ Yeah, These files are for interns. But before anyone of them receives this, These have to be checked and signed. So we are here. ” She cleared my doubt. “ Oh! I forgot to introduce myself. Hi! I'm Daisy. If you need anything just call me. ” As she introduces herself, I did the same. “ Hi! I'm Sara. And you can count on me if you need anyone.” We both chuckled at my statement.
We enter Emma's room, which will be going to be my room as well. Because I have to learn the work with her guidance. She welcomed us formally as well as firmly. We also greet her with the same attitude. And it is 9 O'clock now. She told me to report to the CEO in his office. I left the room to follow as ordered.
I stood in front of the CEO's office. And knocked on the door to confirm, if I can enter. When he told me to come in, to my surprise, it felt like I knew this voice and the man. I Snapped myself back from the feeling and got in. I greeted him and introduced myself, “ Good morning sir. I'm Sara Martin. Your new secretary. Please to you.”
She introduced herself formally. It hurts to know that she doesn't even remember me; but still, I'm happy that she is alive and here right now. I'm happy that I can see her again. She survived that incident. She doesn't know the whole truth yet; I am waiting for the right time too. It's been 3 years since we separated.
I had no idea that she applied to my company to be an intern. Fortunately, I looked at the list of the candidates, find her name listed there. I wasn't sure if it is her or not. So in the interview, I was there monitoring everyone. When I saw her, my heart melted at the sight of her. I called Emma after her interview was over. I ordered her to appoint Sara as my secretary. Emma knew why I want her to be the secretary. So she agreed immediately. And now she is here. I know she felt my stares yesterday and today. And got frustrated when she could not find me.
I was in the office when I felt her presence here. I looked at her for a while. She is just like the old Sara I know. No change; the firm one; the soft one; the gentle one towards kids. But fierce and savage towards creepy guys. And have the ability to feel anyone's aura. Knowing that she has forgotten me, I don't wanna sound creepy. Because I know what will happen to me if I sound too friendly. I have to remind myself every moment that now... I'm her boss and not her Love.
I stood there for some moments. Having no response, I called him, “Sir, sir. ” He looked at me, as he came out of some memories. “ Good morning! Miss Martin. Here is your contract file. Please read it carefully and sign. ” He said looking down at the file. I took the file and read it. It seemed fine, so I signed it. I gave back the file to him, catching a glim of him. And the same feeling rushed in my nerves that I know him. Avoiding the feeling, I heard him saying ' Emma will guide you, for the next three months. And you need to spend an extra hour in the office to learn better. Now you can go. ' I hummed in response.
I was about to turn when my hands accidentally touched the flowerpot on the table. It fell and broke into pieces. I squeezed my eyes so tight. Knowing he will gonna shout. I froze there and did not dare to turn around to face him. I said in my mind, “ What a first impression? You are unbelievable Sara. ” I was shocked to hear him laugh at my clumsiness. I didn't expect him to do so. I immediately apologized and run out of the room.
I spent the whole day under Emma's guidance. I learned some major things to be a secretary. She was so enthusiastic about teaching me. It's 5 O'clock now. But I have to stay for an extra hour, so Emma told me to go to Mr. Louis's office. I recall the name of the CEO in my mind. I had read in the contract paper. So I know his name. Somehow I hesitate to go to his office, remembering the incident that happened in the morning. Still, I can't go back on my words.
I knock on the door and enter the room when I got permission. Not knowing what to do, I stood there still. He turned back to me and asked me to get him a cup of coffee. When I was giving him the coffee mug, Our hands accidentally touched each other. Some blur images splash through my mind. I did not know what was happening. Feeling strange I asked him abruptly, “ Who are you? ”
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