Atrocity

[1] THE PARTY ✔

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Hi guys, there are certain things I wanted to clear out before I proceed with my story.

Here are some points to be kept in mind while reading...

◇ Unless it is mentioned otherwise, the story will be in general written from the author's POV or a third person's POV.

If it is somebody else's POV, such will be clearly mentioned in the story.

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◇ While reading, you may find three consecutive vertical dots.

Like this:

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This signifies time skip.

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If you find two consecutive dots instead of three, it means a shorter time skip. Probably few minutes.

And, if you find a single dot, it means nothing. It is there just to make the presentation look clean, that's it! ( ᵔ ? ᵔ )

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◇ In the story, I'll be using italics to express the character's own thoughts.

You'll be able to guess which character, depending on the context.

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But, incase the context involves multiple characters, I'll be using certain symbols & alphabets to make it easier for you.

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I'll be using ♀️ for a female and ♂️ for a male character, along with the first three alphabets of their name.

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as for example:

[♀️, Eva] xyz123

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I hope it's clear

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◇ Last, but not the least, I'll be using bold italics within inverted commas, in places where I'll be putting certain quotes(can be my very own, or taken from rightful owners, their name will be mentioned in such cases), any musical lyrics, or, author's note.

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Thank you for your patience, folks! ( ˘ ³˘)♥

I'll try my best to keep the writing as simple as possible.

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Enjoy! ･☆¸¸.•¨•

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She walked, as her heels clicked on the seamless terrazzo floor, creating a mild distraction in the otherwise silent lobby.

Eva was a beautiful woman who gathered attention everywhere she went. The wild gazes do not bother her anymore. She walked, headstrong, admist the overtly discipline crowd, towards the elevator, which would take her to the floor of her interest.

*ding*

The elevator door opened, as she felt nervous for a second, but she wasn't somebody who would let others intimidate her. She was smart and diligent, but a fool when it came to love.

2years of truancy from work, had a huge impact on her life, both professionally and emotionally.

Taking a deep breath, she put on a confident smile as she walked towards the HR department.

"Hi, I'm Eva Collins. I was called in for a interview today"

"Yes. We were expecting you. Kindly have a seat. I'll inform when we are ready for you"

"Okay. Thanks"

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After waiting for a while, a woman walked out of a door labelled as "The CEO, Kim group".

She had dark brown bangs covering her forehead & the rest of her hair tied in a tight bun. She wore a scarf around her neck, that was tied such that the ruffles perfectly fitted the space left open by her coat.

"Good morning, Ms. Collins, I'm Jane McCarty, the Chief Secretary of the Kim group"

"Good morning", Eva said, shaking hands with her.

"I understand you're here to apply for the job of personal secretary for Mr. Kim?"

"Yes, ma'am"

"Good, but, unfortunately Mr. Kim is a bit busy today, so I'll be talking your interview on behalf of him."

"I understand"

"Very well then, follow me"

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"I see you've been unemployed for the past 2 years?"

"Yes ma'am"

"May I ask why?"

"I had some personal issues for which I had to take a break. But, I can assure you this has nothing to do with my current situation. If I'm given the oppurtunity to work with Mr. Kim, I'm sure I'll prove my worth", Eva said, staring right into Ms. McCarty's eyes.

"Very well, Ms. Collins. We'll update you, once we decide", the Chief secretary of Kim group, stated.

"Thank you"

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A week had passed eversince the interview, but there was no update whatsoever.

Eva woke up to the bright morning sunlight, pouring in through the curtains.

She immediately checked the space beside her in bed. It was still empty.

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Tae didn't return home last night.

'What kind of business meeting takes place throughout the night?', she thought.

Eva knew Tae was cheating on her.

Last night he crossed the line, calling her Julia.

Oh, how disgusted she was! She wanted to break up right away.

Staying with the man, once she loved with all her heart, now cheating on her shamelessly, took a big toll on her self-respect.

But, she had no choice. She was unemployed & Tae was twisted. He made Eva quit her job, so he could control her every aspect of life.

At first, she was naive enough to believe, it's love, but gradually she understood, this wasn't normal.

She had her doubts, but wasn't sure of Tae cheating on her, which was finally confirmed last night.

She knew she had to act fast. She needed a job as soon as possible.

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She plugged in her headphones to distract herself from the heartbreak she was going through. But, the stupid playlist started with the song, 'Love is gone'.

Tears spilled from her eyes, which she didn't bother wiping.

They are meant to fall, she thought.

"I'm sorry, don't leave me, I want you here with me

I know that your love is gone

I can't breathe, I'm so weak, I know this isn't easy

Don't tell me that your love is gone

That your love is gone"

Was there any love to begin with? Or, was it just a compromise?

"I loved you Tae", she whimpered, clutching her chest.

It hurts so much.

How do I get rid of this pain, Tae? Weren't you my taebear? The sweetest of all? What happened to us?

Now that, your love is gone?

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Tae walked in his apartment, in the late afternoon. Last night, he had such fun with Julia. Atleast she wasn't a crybaby like Eva.

Tae was disgusted with Eva always craving for his attention.

I bet she's still crying. Ugh. I don't want another one of her dramas.

He walked inside their bedroom while Eva was reading a book.

"Hey, you okay?", he said breaking the silence.

"Yeah, why not?", she shrugged.

She didn't react like before. Maybe she finally understood that she needs me to survive.

"Nothing. Oh, by the way, I have been invited to a party tonight. Wear something elegant. My parents will be there as well. Don't embarrass me.", with that he left the room, without waiting for Eva to say anything.

As usual, The Great Taehyung Kim, leaves me with no choice, but to go with him.

Why did I even put up with his insanity for such a long time, at the first place?

Now, with the veil of love being lifted, I can see clear as crystal, how I destroyed my own career.

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|| Evening, On the way to the party||

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The curtain of nighttime is beginning to fall on the otherwise dazzling city, outside the window of the car.

Aware of the dim city lights gradually turning bright in the periphery of her vision, Eva rested her head against the car seat, closing her eyes for a bit.

Almost there.

Meeting the driver's eyes in the rearview mirrow, she gave a tight smile and began typing on her phone, "I am almost there"

*bzzt*

Tae: "Good. I'll be near the bar"

He didn't even take me with him. What am I to him anyway?

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As the car begins to slow down, I put my phone inside the Chanel boy Chevron wallet that I was carrying with me tonight.

From this moment onwards, my gesture, expression, and my way of speaking- everything will be judged for the next couple of hours. So I have to get a hold on my nerves, so as not to slip up.

Enjoying the clicking of my own heels, I strut inside the hall, as a light jazz music was being played in the background.

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It's like entering a whole new world.

This party is extravagant, in so many ways, unlike the parties I've attended before, even with Tae.

Without wasting her time, Eva started searching for Tae.

She strolled towards the immaculately polished bar, as this is where Tae asked her to find him.

Catching the bartender's attention, she said~

" Classic martini! "

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I shuddered when a deep voice spoke in perfect unison with mine.

Perfecting my composure, I turned towards the voice.

There was this man in a tuxedo, radiating an aura of indifference. He stared at Eva, as the bartender poured their drinks into two perfectly chilled glasses. Garnishing with an olive, he placed their drinks on the counter, "Here are your drinks, Sir, Madam"

"Thanks"

After taking her glass, Eva flashed a smile at the man staring at her.

"So, we ordered the same drink, huh? I was a bit taken aback there", she chimed.

But, he didn't bother answering her.

To get rid of the awkwardness, just as she was about to take a sip of her drink, a voice called her from behind.

"Eva, darling, there you are", Tae walked towards her, kissing her cheek, "Oh, I see, you've already met my brother", he said lifting his eyes, in a mocking tone.

Brother?

"Nevertheless, let me introduce you guys properly. Brother, she's Eva, my girlfriend, and Eva, this is my brother, Kim Namjoon, the CEO of Kim group."

Shoot, I'm so dead. Does Tae know then? About me applying for jobs?

*gulps* Did his brother tell him?

Eva was distracted from her thoughts with Tae lightly nudging her, with his elbow.

Oh! I didn't greet him. Damn.

"Hello, nice to meet you", she said, extending her hand towards Mr. Kim, hiding her nervousness.

Namjoon stood there, with his martini glass in one hand & the other hand tucked inside his pocket. He didn't bother answering her even this time.

There was a tricky tension in the air inbetween the three of them, which was cut short by Tae's phone.

He excused himself, saying, "Sorry, I've to take this"

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With Tae leaving her side, Eva felt her nervousness taking over her confidence. Just as Namjoon was about to leave as well, she ended up calling him out.

"Mr. Kim? Sorry to ask you for this favour, but could you not tell Taehyung that I applied for the job, please? I'd be obliged"

She finally said something that grabbed the devil's attention.

But this time, before he could speak, Eva left in a hurry.

Applied for the job? What was she talking about?

I quickly took out my phone & dialed Ms. McCarty's number.

"Good evening sir, how may I help you?"

"Jane, did somebody named Eva apply for the post of my personal secretary?"

"Yes sir, you rejected her saying, 'She lacks experience'"

"Well, we're hiring her now. Ask her to come & meet me tomorrow morning"

"But, sir, we've already hired someone else"

"Do you want me to repeat myself?"

"No, sir. I understand. I'll make the arrangements right away"

"Good"

*beep*

Well, this is gonna be fun.

"Dear foolish brother, your possession shall be mine in no time", the devil smirked.

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To be continued.. ✍

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Hi guys, this is my first time writing something close to an office romance. This book will probably go through a lot of editing even after being published. I feel like I need to arrange it a little more, or maybe a lot. Idk :3

I wasn't quite happy the way it turned out. So, kindly bear with me until I make it better T_T

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And about the update, this will go slow, as I have my other book Fallin'. I'm editting that as well, since my pattern of writing has changed recently. You might have noticed, I guess, the recent chapters are way better than the initial ones. So I'm working on making them better. I just want to be able to write in a way where I can convey my story so that you guys can picturise it, but I know, I know, I've a long way to go before that.

*sighs*

But I'm glad you are reading. Keep supporting! Saranghaeyo amiss

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