Innocence And Ambition

Augustina Brooks, determined to save her ailing mother, weaved her way through the bustling streets of the city with unwavering resolve. "Excuse me… I am on a job hunt at the De Joe conglomerate company. Am I in the right place?" Augustina asked, pointing at the fanciful and magnificent architecture that was capable of rendering anyone admiration. The passerby who seemed to have been a worker in another establishment nearby nodded with a smile and said "Yes, you are". "I need a job and am not sure if there are vacancies there. Do you have any idea?" Augustina asked the stranger, not knowing whether to go in and apply or not. "I heard they have a couple of vacancies at the moment but don't know if your ideal job is what they are recruiting". The stranger made his submission before moving towards the direction he was going before the interrogation. "Thanks," Augustina replied, showcasing a sense of gratitude. Her heart bore the heavy burden of thinking about her mother's illness, and she knew that securing the job was the only way to their salvation. Amid the city's towers, skyscrapers, and the unbeatable rhythm of city life, Augustina found herself present at a billion-dollar large business empire. Her goal was clear - to secure the position of secretary. She had meticulously prepared herself for countless interviews, but destiny had an extraordinary plan in store for her. As Augustina entered the towering building that housed the expansive business empire, her heart raced with anticipation. It was her first time for paid employment in a long while since the medical situation of her mother. Her mother needed care to get better and Augustina couldn't trade the wellbeing of her mother for anything. But at that moment, they needed money for food and their mother's treatment. Getting another job could determine that. In a serendipitous twist of fate, as if guided by unseen hands, Augustina stepped into an elevator and found herself in the main building of the De Joe conglomerate company, the enigmatic business empire. Her eyes momentarily locked with someone. She thought they had already met before that time, but again, in an electrifying manner, a spark of connection ignited between them. It was as if the universe had orchestrated their meeting, weaving their destinies together in an intricate and unexpected dance. Little did they know that this chance encounter would be the catalyst for a love story that transcended their differences and the bustling world outside. She was dressed in the best of attire, her resume well arranged in her bag, and her determination stood strong. She found her way through the labyrinth of corridors, following the directions that led her to the elevators. Each floor seemed more intimidating than each successive one, and she couldn't help but feel the burden of her mother's illness continuously disturbing her mind. At last, she got to the designated elevator, and just as she pressed the button to summon it, the doors opened in an instant. Confused, she was lost in admiration for a moment before stepping inside. To her amazement, she found herself sharing the elevator with a tall, extremely handsome man in an admirably made suit. Their eyes met, and for a little while, the world seemed not to exist. Augustina saw a spark of inquisitiveness and warmth in his eyes, while the strange but extremely handsome man, who had been lost in his thoughts, was captivated by the sense of purpose as well as the strength he saw in her gaze. The elevator continued its ascent, the silence between them hanging in the air. But the connection was undeniable, a silent understanding that neither could explain. It was as if their destinies had converged in that tiny, suspended box, and at that moment, they were no longer strangers but two souls drawn together by an invisible force. Suddenly, the voice of the stranger echoed with a baritone but sexy voice "Good morning, my name is Robert", clearing the air. "Good… good morning Sir. " Augustina muttered with her tongue, almost glued, but mesmerizing with the words like that of a toddler just learning alphabetical pronunciations and nursery rhymes. Robert smiled with an offer of handshake "May I know your name, pretty woman?" Augustina accepted the handshake and managed to return the smile. "Sure. My name is Augustina Brooks. I came to apply for a job." Robert seemed to have held on to her hand for a little longer than usual before letting go, even though there were no objections and Augustina was not complaining about that either. As the elevator reached their shared destination, Robert Joe, breaking the silence, smiled warmly at Augustina and held the door for her. As she stepped out, a newly discovered hope in her heart, and he watched her with a sense of fascination. "You should be going in that direction. I hope to see you again soon," Robert said with a wave in the air after pointing at the direction she should go, as he reprogrammed the elevator to another destination. The closure of the door of the elevator seemed to have caused a barricade, taking away the angelic figure from his gaze. Their paths had crossed in the most unusual ways, and none of them could predict the profound impact that meeting would have on their lives. This singular encounter would set in motion a love story that defied the odds, changing its entirety in ways they could never have imagined.