Unforseen Destiny

CHAPTER III

ALEX

Immediately I got home, I went straight to the bathroom to have my bath. I know I was late for work, so I had to get ready quickly and fast.

I'm always on time for work.But today is going to be the first time in the history of me going to work, to arrive late.

After I was done dressing up, I called my Vice to tell him to pass the information that I'll be coming to work late. He was very surprised.

' Hello James. Morning. '

' Morning. Why aren't you at work yet? You have never been late for once. '

' Something came up. You know I never arrive late at work, no matter the emergency. But today seems.... different'

' Ok. It has to be something of great importance then. Hurry here then.'

' I'll fill you in later when I arrive. See you at work. '

' I'll be waiting '

James is not only my vice, but my best friend. He's always there for me. I really appreciate him. I rushed downstairs to have a quick breakfast. I grabbed my keys and left for my garage immediately.

As soon as I entered the company's premises, I was surprised. Few number of people turn up for the interview and they were all waiting to be interviewed at the reception.

I went straight to my own private elevator without being noticed. I entered and it takes me straight to my office, which is the last storey.

As soon as I got to my office, I quickly called James to my office to discuss somethings.

'Hey James, I have arrived, please come straight to my office. '

' Ok Alex, I'm on my way '

As soon as James arrived in my office. We started the discussion immediately, after he had settled in his sit.

' Alex, about why you came late, it can wait. But first, a lot of people were present today. I didn't expect lots of people to show up. But I already took care of it. '

' No wonder I meet few people. Thanks. Since you took care of the number of people, how many are we to interview? '

' 30 people '

' That's fine. If we start now we could finish early. We are already far behind schedule. Let's begin the interview now. Pick the required files and meet me in the interview room. I'll be waiting '

' Ok, I'll meet you there. '

We began the interview. Most people meet the requirement for the job they want. I haven't found any one suitable to be my secretary.

After a person is interviewed, I tell them that if they don't receive a message in two days time, it means they were not chosen.

I then thank them for coming, and dismiss them. I found this time interview very boring, until the number 24th candidate, Nikki Anderson came in.

As soon as she entered, I was shocked, surprised and happy. She was the girl I met this morning! My dream girl.

But she isn't aware that I'm her to-be boss who would interview her. She kept eye contact with the ground until she got to were she had to sit.

She waited for me to invite her to sit, that's some respect. Not every one I interviewed today showed this kind of attitude, only a few.

She still did not look up even after sitting. I asked for her file.

It was at that moment that she looked up, straight in my eyes she stared, while giving me the documents.

Her mouth fell agape. I wanted to laugh, she looked so funny and cute with her surprised face. She was silent.

I sensed she wanted to talk, I just kept staring at her without talking to enable her to speak up. Then she pointed at me and talked.

'

You! '

' Yes me, what's wrong? '

James and the other staffs present we're shocked. No one has ever talked to me like that, only James. What's more shocking to them is that I didn't scold her or use the normal cold stare I give everyone when talking to them.

I couldn't help but smile. I got a glimpse of when James smirked. I knew what he was thinking. He's so going to murder me with questions after today's interview.

' It is you. Whatever, here are my documents. '

I did a quick and thorough interview with her making it harder than the rest. she seem not to worry at all. She had answer to every question I asked. What a girl! Soon we came to the end of her interview.

' I have checked through and I see that.... You are well qualified for the post you picked. You are the first person, to apply for the post of being my secretary.

From your record I have here, you seem trustworthy enough. You know what happened before right? '

' Of course, I do. Who doesn't? I won't even dare to repeat such mistake. The consequences of actions in this company are just too torturing. Just thinking about it makes me shiver. '

' It's good you know. Await a message in two days time, we would get back to you '

' Thank you sir. I shall take my leave.'

As she stood up to leave, she did something that surprised. What I thought she would have done from the beginning if she found out I was her boss to be. She apologized.

' I'm sorry about earlier. But that does not mean you should use it against me. '

She turned around and walked out immediately. She didn't even wait to hear what I had to say to her.

Although, I had nothing to say. I was shocked... I looked at James and he was grinning. I'm so dead! We finished up with the remaining interview.

No one apart from Nikki applied for the post of my secretary. I think none actually thought of wanting the post, knowing what happened, talk less of applying for the post. It's not their fault. I can't blame them.

As soon as we were out of the building and heading for the car park, James could not stop asking me questions.

' So Alex, that was what delayed you this morning. How did it happen? Did you make a move on her? What was her reply? Did she reject you? Are you planning to hit on her? What are going to do?

You know you never had eyes for girls after what happened with your ex...oops.. I'm sorry, I shouldn't have mentioned that.

But since you are attached to this Nikki of a girl and really like her, why don't you give her the work of being your secretary then you guys could get close. '

' James! '

' I'm sorry, I'm curious. We can talk about it over a drink this weekend. How about that? '

' Fine '

' Okay then, I won't bring this up again until we go out drinking this weekend. But that does not mean I'm not going to tease you from time to time.

I'm so happy for you. At least your mum won't be worried any longer about you getting married. See you tomorrow at work. Bye. '

' Bye '

By the time we said our good byes, we have already arrived at our parking space. I got into my car and drove home.

Remembering my ex got me irritated, remembering the promise I made my mum, made me worried. I don't want the same thing to happen again.

Story behind my ex is a long one. I just can't think about to now. It drives me crazy. Damn! It really hurt just remembering the event.

As soon as I got home, I had a long cold shower to let out all the pain and fatigue.I had a quick and short dinner. Thereafter, I went straight to bed. I needed a peaceful sleep. What a day!