Accidentally Married My Ex's Uncle

Chapter 5 ( Congratulation Viktor )

'' Who would have thought you would come to work under me '' he flashed that smile. That smile that once upon a time, I used to love but now. Now I feel nothing, nothing but hatred towards it.

'' I work for Empire Hotel...'' I corrected '' Mr Viktor ''

'' I am Empire '' he stepped forward and his words were true. Empire belongs to his family. He sized me up, then smiled brighter '' It's good to see you again Elena. You look different ''

'' It's good to see you too. You look the same '' I scanned him from head to toe'' I didn't expect you to still look...'' he frowned

'' Look what?''

'' Like... just....you ''

'' I don't understand ''

'' how is your wife... oh... '' I remembered '' You two are not married yet? '' I asked, holding back my pain.

'' We..... '' he looks down '' We are not married yet. We still have some things to sort out '' he smiles

'' I see '' nodding '' Some things to sort out '' those made me smile as I remembered what he told me that night

Flashback

'' Yes different world Elena... it is impossible to be with a woman with no power or status.. I have said it before. I have a company to take over, and to do that I need power and you wouldn't get me that power. ''

Back from flashback

I didn't expect that he would be the hotel manager. I thought that he would be the president of the hotel, after all, he is engaged to a woman with status. But even after four years, he is still the same. Nothing has changed. He is still the Viktor I know, who is insecure and inferior to his Uncle. Why does he always compete with his Uncle anyway? Why is he so scared of losing everything to his uncle?

'' And how is running the company going for you? '' he frowned

'' I don't think we have that kind of relationship for you to ask me that '' Anger flashed in his eyes as he spoke, trying to put me in my place.

'' My sincerer apology Mr Viktor.... I think we should leave for the meeting, it wouldn't be nice to keep them waiting '' Silence took over the room after I said does words. Our gaze locked. I noticed something in his eyes. Something that I didn't quite understand. Is it guilt that I see in his eyes or something else? '' Mr Viktor? '' calling him back as it seemed like he was lost somewhere

'' Oh... '' immediately looked away. Then back at me '' ammm.. he should head out now ''

'' sure... I will be waiting outside '' I turned around to leave but stopped at my track '' And also '' to face him again '' Congratulations on your engagement Mr. Viktor '' I smiled brightly '' I am sorry for saying this late.... I won't lie. I wasn't in the right state of mind 4 years ago but ''

'' You are... ok.. now '' our gazes met once again

'' Yes... Very. And I hope we work well together '' with that, I broke eye contact and wanted to leave again.

'' Elena?'' I stopped at my track and turned to face him again

'' Yes ''

'' Are.... '' he hesitates. Took a brief look around '' Are you... dating... someone? '' That question turned on something in me. Anger. I wanted to slap him for asking me that.

'' I don't think we have that kind of relationship for you to ask me that question ''

'' Yeah.. true '' nodding '' wait outside for a few minutes

'' Sure '' With that I walked out. And stood by his door. Million thoughts ran through my head while I waited for him. That went well. I told myself. I used to think that I was completely over him. I used to think that there was nothing there entirely. I used to think that if I met him again, I would walk past him comfortably without a flinch. But I was wrong. The pain was still there. The pain and anger was still there. f**k. This was indeed going to be a crazy ride.

Not long. A lady came running. She flashed a fake smile and rushed into the office. And not long Viktor came out with the lady behind. She seemed to be holding back her tears. What did Viktor do to her that made her want to cry?

They led me to the elevator, back to the ground floor. I did my best to maintain a good distance between us. All the concierges gathered at the meeting room and I was introduced at the chief concierge. Have you ever been in a situation where you feel, lost, not wanted somewhere, uninvited? That was the situation I was in. I saw it in everyone's eyes. Behind their claps and smiles, I saw that I wasn't wanted. But they all pretended. Viktor left in a hurry with the lady who I concluded was his secretary. And once he left, their smile faded and they all began to walk away. I felt embarrassed being treated that way. Look was everyone walked away, some gave me this look that gave me the chills and this made me wonder. What did I do wrong?

'' Ignore them '' A voice spoke from behind, and I almost lost my soul

'' Oh my god,'' I flinch and turn around to see a young Concierge. She was around 5 feet 7. Blond hair and honey-brown eyes. She had small cute lips and a cute nose. Just the sight of her made all my worries go away and I smiled '' Oh '' in a low to, scanning her briefly

'' Sorry, I scared you ''

'' Not a problem '' she smiled at me words

'' I am Nora '' offering her hand for me to take and I did

'' Elena '' I said

'' I heard '' she reminded me that I had already been introduced

'' Oh.. sorry '' looking down

'' You should ignore them '' she said as we broke contact, then she looked around so did I '' They are upset. But they would get over it '' her words got me confused

'' Why are they upset ''

'' You know '' she shrugs '' Not just anyone gets to be Chief Concierge one had to have at least, 8 years experience and all of a sudden, A lady who just graduated and has only a year of experience becomes Chief Concierge '' I then understood the intense vibe I was getting from them. It was relatable

'' What about you? '' I asked curiously. If everyone was upset with me then why was she talking to me

'' Me... Looking at you... '' she stepped back and gave a brief scan '' For you to gain such a position easily you obviously got connections'' I opened my mouth to clarify myself but she didn't give me the chance '' So I decided to sand by your side... You look like someone who would lead me to the top '' She smiled and her smile made it hard to break it to her. I wanted to tell her that I got no idea how I got this position and I was scared and I was not someone she should side with because I would lead her nowhere ''

'' You got this all wrong ''

'' I am never wrong '' she spoke proudly '' I may be small but I see everything and I know a great person when I see one '' completely dumbfounded

'' Great person? '' repeated in a low tone but loud enough for her to hear

'' Yes '' nodding '' The hotel has been too silent for years now but seeing you here. I see exciting events to come and you look like someone who will reach the top in just a single step so.... I am siding with you ''

'' Oh '' nodding

'' Would you like for me to show you around the hotel? All you need to know '' she offered

'' I would really appreciate that '' accepting her offer immediately.

Nora Showed me around the Hotel. From the regular to the VIP section to the VVIP section, to the penthouse. She told me all I needed to know about the hotel and I asked the necessary questions. I tried talking to some of the Concierge and they all replied with attitude, but they had no choice but they respond to my request after all I was their head. This was not an easy job and I knew. But I believed I could survive it.

Late that night. I remained in my office to study. I studied previous records of the hotel and also the performers of the concierges. If one was going to lead people then they have to know their history for them to lead them well.

I was almost falling asleep with the paper in my hand when the telephone on the table rang, pulling me out of my slumber. I quickly grabbed the phone. Putting it on my ear

'' Hel...'' Before I could respond I heard a lady's panicking voice

'' Miss Elena... there is a situation at the VIP section. Room 201 '' she cried and I panicked

'' s**t,'' I let out, running out of my office. I guess my job has officially stated