Silken desire

Chapter1

At the Smiths' Apartment

A simple building, situated in a not so quiet environment. It's a comfortable and well-maintained home with a touch of refinement. It's designed to offer a balanced blend of functionality and modest luxury.

The exterior features a combination of brick and siding, and it has a well-landscaped front yard with a neatly manicured lawn and garden.

In one of the rooms, a stunning lady is seen talking to an old woman.

"Grandma, you need to go see the doctor, you don't look okay to me."

"Don't worry girl, I'm fine, who you should be worrying about now is your sister. She didn't come home last night."

"Grandma, she's fine, she would be back soon. This is not the first time. Let me go make you breakfast."

"Okay dear. How's your job hunting going?"

"I don't know grandma, I'm tired already. Maybe I'll just settle for the job at the cafe. They are in need of employees."

"Hun baby girl, you graduated in one of the best colleges in town with a good grade. Everything will be alright darling."

Not long after, Zoey came in shouting at the top of her voice.

"Sophia!! Grandma!!!."

"Quite down you fool, where have you been? Even if you'll be spending the night out, you can just tell us so we don't have to worry."

"Stop ranting, you are not my mom. Where's grandma anyways, I've got good news." She said giggling.

"Grandma is in her room, her condition has gotten worse. She needs to go to the hospital but she wouldn't listen."

"Don't worry about that, she will be fine. Let's go to your room, let's not disturb grandma."

"What news have you got that's making you all giggly like this?"

"Let's get to your room first and I will tell you everything without leaving a thing out." Zoey said dragging me along.

"So spill." I said as we got to my room.

"Okay, the good news is…" she paused and looked into my eyes.

"Will you just talk, you are making me uneasy."

"I got a job for you!" She said quickly.

"What do you mean by that?"

"I'm serious, I got a job for you."

"How? You are still a college student."

*Okay, so I met this guy last week at the club and we spent the night together. He told me he likes me and he wants me to be his girl, I agreed cause he's a rich guy. I even spent last night at his place."

"So how does the guy you met associate with the job."

"Cause he gave you the job. He asked me last night, what I would like for keeping him company and I told him about you and that you need a job. He said you should come to the hotel tomorrow."

"The hotel!."

"Yes, The Royals' Hotel, that's where he works."

"Oh, I thought you meant, the, like hotel."

"Calm down not that kind of hotel."

"So you mean the famous Royals' Hotel."

"Yes."

"How did you come to meet someone of that high class?"

"Hmm, it is I you speak of. I'm not like you, Holy Mary." She did the cross sign. I couldn't help but laugh at that.

"You are not serious. You just have to be careful of these guys. They only want a woman to mess around with. Please sister, I love you so much and I don't want to lose you."

"Nothing's gonna happen to me. You know I want to become a model so I have to walk with people of high class. I'm a natural beauty, it's not my fault that these guys want me. I can take care of myself. You should worry about yourself and your new found job."

"Thank you very much Zoey, that means we can take grandma to the hospital. The Royals' Hotel is a world class hotel so that means an high pay. Wow I can't believe this is happening to us. We will even be able to pay your college fee easily."

"Wait, before you continue jumping around the room. Do you have a dress to wear, cause you need to dress nice and classy."

"I know, I'm just gonna pick something nice from my wardrobe."

"Which wardrobe, is it that your dry wardrobe. I have never seen a woman's wardrobe that's as dry as yours. No clothes, nothing." She said laughing hysterically.

"How dare you!" I threw a pillow at her and she threw it back. We started running around the room throwing things at each other, giggling and screaming like the only beings in the world.

Even with the situation we are in, we still remain happy. That's what grandma brought us up with.

"Really, stop, what are you gonna wear. We need to get some clothes for you, we can't tell, you might meet a rich guy. You are a pretty girl."

"I know, I just don't like calling attention and you know that."

"Okay, whatever, suit yourself." She said and left my room.

I arranged the room after she left.

I can't believe I have a job now. I'll be joining the working class. And it's not just at any place, it's at The Royals' Hotel. "Congratulations to me!"

I checked on grandma in her room and she was already sleeping. Zoey's already gone out again, Lord help me with that girl.

I picked out the best dress I have in my wardrobe with the best shoes I've got. I can't wait, tomorrow's gonna be a great day.

Next morning, I dressed up for work, feels nice. After making sure grandma's okay and Zoey's food is ready on the table, that's if she even eats it. I left for the hotel.

The hotel is sure grand, it looks just like it's name.

The Royals' Hotel is a jewel among the world's most expensive and exclusive establishments.

Situated in the heart of a bustling city, this architectural masterpiece is a testament to grandeur and extravagance. With a facade that gleams with gold and pristine marble, the hotel's exterior is adorned with intricate carvings and lush gardens that provide an enchanting entryway for its elite guests.

The interior of The Royals' Hotel is equally breathtaking. Guests are greeted by a lavish, chandelier-adorned lobby with a sweeping, marble staircase. The walls are adorned with priceless art, and the floors are inlaid with precious stones. A grand piano softly serenades those in the lobby, adding a touch of elegance to the atmosphere.

The Royals' Hotel is not just a hotel; it's an experience of unparalleled luxury, where extravagance knows no bounds, and the elite clientele revel in opulence at every turn.

Little wonder it's won many Nobel prices for generations.

I went to the reception table.

"Hello good morning, I'm Sophia Smith."

"Oh, Sophia Smith, Sir David is waiting for you. This way please."

So David's his name. "Thank you." She led me to the elevator.

"Excuse me, can you inform Mr David that Sophia Smith is here." She told a lady at the desk, who I suppose to be his secretary.

She took the front desk phone and made a quick call.

"You can go in ma'am."

"Thank you." I bowed slightly as I opened the office door.

Wow! Is this an office or a suite, cause this place is better than our entire apartment.

"You can have your sit."

Wow, he's quite handsome. Good for Zoey.

I took a sit.

"So, there will be no need for any interview cause you have the job already. You'll be working under my supervision, in the Management and Finance Department. You can work your way to the top. Promotions here are based on hardwork. You're good to go, your work starts now. My secretary will show you the office."

"Thank you very much sir."

"You're welcome. How's Zoey doing?"

I never expected that. Does he really love my sister or he's just using her to satisfy his s****l needs?

"She's doing great. She's in school."

"Okay. Enjoy your day. Wait. One more thing, you can relax, feel free, I'm not a rigid boss. I don't put pressure on people unlike some persons do. Okay? You can go now." He waved his hands at me, smiling like a cute baby boy.

"This is so nice. A cool, handsome boss. Can today get any better?"

I was taken to my workspace. It was a big office space with like ten people at different desks. I greeted the collegues, introduced myself and I got to work immediately cause there were some files on the table, smiling at me as though they've been waiting for someone to take on them. I just pray Zoey gets home quickly, so grandma won't be alone.

I concentrated on the work at hand. I'm an easygoing person and I don't talk much so I barely spoke with my office mates. I didn't join in their conversation and they didn't invite me. When it was time for lunch, we all went to the cafeteria. They sure talk a lot but it was nice to be among new people and not among books and teddy bears. My life can be so boring no doubt. I'm not like Zoey who can be everywhere at everytime. She's good at making friends and I envy her for that.

"Excuse me?"

Finally someone is willing to speak with me.

"Yes." I answered the lady beside me. She's quite pretty. I guess good looks is one of the criteria in getting a job in this place.

"I just noticed you've been quiet since you got here. Is there a problem."

"No there isn't, I just don't talk much."

"Ok if there's anything, feel free to tell me. Okay."

"Okay, thanks."

The day's task ended and we all departed. It was quite a first day at work.

I met grandma in the living room watching TV. Zoey's not home again.