The Secret Billionaire and His Substitute Bride

Chapter 15: Congratulations.

Pov Calista

I had just gotten back to Evans Industry. I walk in and head to the front desk again. This time though the receptionist said "Ms. Larson please have a seat I will let Mr.Bass you are here." she said with a smile. I thanked her and sat down. A few moments later she walked over and told me to follow her. I assumed to another interview room but God was I wrong.

She took me to the elevator and bunched in a code and we started going up and up. Until we reached the top floor *ding*

I was shaking omg no one is allowed up here. The top flavor was stunning leather chairs glasses tables everything was in Grey Blue color scheme. It was beautiful I was stunned. As we approached the back where I assumed the offices were I heard a door slam the glasses windows shook with force. I jumped a bit. She smiled and apologized saying Mr.Evans was in today and he hated when people came up.

I wanted to be upset by that but it made a lot of sense this place was safe he didn't have to hide up here. From what I gathered the top floor is only him and Dylan.

We passed these huge black wooden doors the nameplate said Ceo. Aaron Evans. The window's looked to be a 2-way mirror. Omg is he staring will he notice me? I hope I look okay! I was getting hot, omg I was blushing geez I feel a teenager all over again hoping the popular kid would notice me. I have to stop fantasizing for all I know he's gay or he has a secret lover gf or wife or all three.

We finally reach what is mostly like Dylan's office. She opened the door and asked me to have a seat she said Mr.Bass would be back shortly. She made it clear not to leave this office. I nodded and said thank you.

I was so nervous I couldn't sit still I left my stuff on the leather seat and made my way to huge windows overlooking NYC. The view was stunning right now it must look so beautiful at night. I was thinking when suddenly I here the door open and close. I turned to see Dylan Bass in the flesh. I had seen him in magazine but he was more attractive in person nothing compared to Ethan but I can see why he was a ladie's man. He was on the phone he notice me staring he smiled and held a finger up to let me know. He need a moment I took the opportunity to look him over.

He was a bit shorter than Ethan. He was most likely 5"11 he had beautiful colored skin. He was a light tan I was jealous of his color. I look like can blend into wall. He had short chocolate brown colored hair that was parted and swept to the side neatly no hair out of place. I could tell he was fit he was thicker than Ethan. He wore a dark green suit that matched his eyes perfectly. Not even his glasses can hide his amazing emerald-green eyes. God I have to stop staring him... I think he noticed because he's smirking at me... How embarrassing I quickly turn please give me a little time to let the blush go down. Why are all these men so attractive did they get selective genes because they're rich?

I was brought out of my thoughts when I heard my name. "Aaron we can discuss this later? I have to go Ms.Larson is waiting for me. Fine! Aaron seriously go get laid!" he yelled into the phone. I swear I heard Aaron yelling i***t before Dylan hung up on him.

He hung up and I think he turned his phone off. He walks over "Ms. Larson, it's a pleasure to meet you in person." he said while extending his hand for a shake. I grabbed his hand and shook it "The pleasure is mine Mr.Bass I was honestly surprised you called." I said He lead the way to the leather seats. Kind of weird wouldn't he rather have a seat at his desk? I follow and take a seat as he instructed.

I saw eyes roaming over me. I didn't feel uncomfortable but I wasn't overjoyed either. I cleared my throat that snapped him out of it he looked up. "Surprise? no surprise was getting a call saying you were rejected." he said with a small laugh. Then he shook his head tossing it back dramatically and said

"When Aaron found out we'll let's say he was less than pleased with everyone. I apologize for what happened earlier that should have never happened." he said I was in utter shock why would Aaron Evans be upset about me! How did he even know?

I must have been speaking with my face because Dylan laughed and said "Don't be so shocked. let me be honest with you Calista... Sorry is it okay if I call you Calista?" he asked. I smiled and nodded my head I couldn't speak it's like my throat was dry. As if reading my mind he got up and grabbed to waters. He hand me mine. I opened and took a nice sip... Yes refreshing.

I capped it and smiled "I'm so embarrassed Mr.Bass I apologize my brain is still processing that I'm in a meeting with you and let's not even speak about the fact that Mr.Evans even knows I existed. It is a complete shock to me." I said with a laugh.

"No problem, Call me Dylan, please. Mr.Bass makes me feel so old." he said with a smile. "Okay thank you, Mr.." I stopped myself and continued "Dylan" I said his smile got wider.

"Right where we're we I apologize you that wpuld heard the last bit of what was said. Aaron can be overbearing sometimes. Really knows how to get under your skin" he said. Geez it's like he's speaking about Ethan I wanted to laugh but now is not the time for that.

Dylan continued "When I realized who you were I knew I couldn't pass it on without showing Aaron. Honestly, we are both extremely impressed with what you can do Calista your so young only 21 and this talent you show is incredible. So when Aaron saw your work he wanted you working here right away. Before the Chase Enterprise got word of you. I did some calling around to other place that had turned you down. They all said the same thing your amazing but the Larson didn't want you working." he said

I Already knew it. Is this another rejection of is this finally going to land me my dream job. "I know I have no idea why they would do this to me but I understand if you don't want this kind of drama here." I said.

"Please that is going to stop us" He said laughing out aloud it was infectious I laughed too.

Finally said "I would like to offer you a job in the fashion department but I want you to focus on jewelry. There's no actual department for this it would be totally new. I have already sent word down to the fashion head director to have everyone do pieces for you to look at. I would eventually like to have you pick 2 or 3 other people. Our jewelry is lacking and we know it but with you I'm positive it will change." he said. I was stunned wtf he offering my own department essentially.

"Mr.Bass I mean Dylan that's amazing of course I want the job but I don't have any skills in management or overseeing people. I may not be the one for that." he cut me off.

"I see your concern on this but I have a solution you can shadow me personally I can show you the basics and then after 3 days of that you can shadow Cole he's the head of the fashion department." he said.

Well that would be helpful but idk he's the Vip and is showing to much interest in me. "Dylan that sound great but I don't want to impose on you. I'm sure your rather busy there's musy be someone else you can delagte me too." I say. I could see the gears turning in his head. "After the fiasco that happened this morning. I can't take that chance I'm starting to question the head of the departments." he said.

I nodded my head "Alright Dylan it's good to pass on. Should we discuss salary" I said. I was slightly embarrassed bring it up but s**t I needed money.

He smiled he walked over to his desk and came back with a contract. The top page was a nondisclosure form. Wtf why did I need that. he asked me to flip to the second page. "Okay so we will be starting you off at 70,000 a year. You will get 2 weeks of paid vacation and 8 days of sick leave for the year. Depending on how you do the next couple of months we can have another view and give you a raise." he said holyshit! 70k to start play it cool Calista. I smile "Okay sounds great. When can I start." I said with a smile.

he clapped his hands "Well let me be the first to welcome you to Evans Industry congratulations." he said and continued "You can start Monday 8am Sharp. Please don't be late that's one thing I don't put up with." he said. At 8am! crap that means I have to get up at like 5am to catch the bus.

I looked at me with confusion or concern I'm not sure. "Is something wrong Calista?" he asked

"No of course not. It's just thinking of the time I need to get here on time but that's not your concern sorry I will figure it out." I said quickly.

"Do you not live close?" he asked. I shake my head "I stay about 2 hours away on bus but it's fine. I will be here on time I promise." I said with a smile.

"Give me a moment" he said he got up and left. He came back a few moments later. Walking back to his desk grabbing another stack of papers and keys. He walked back over.

"We normally don't offer this to new hires but we are making an exception for you. We offer rehome to employees that have worked for us at least two years. This place is only about 3 or 4 blocks away. No rent for the first year we are waving it till you get your set on the ground here." he said.

Incredible either I'm extremely lucky or I'm getting punked. Is Ashton Kutcher about to pop out. "mmm wow this is mmm thank you." my brain broke. He laughed we finalized the paper work once every was signed I was ready to leave. "Dylan thank you so much for the opportunity and relay my gratitude to Mr.Evans for me as well. See you Monday." I said He walked me to elevator explaining he had to punch the code to send me back down. I wanted to jump or cry or both. I can't believe it! I work for Evans Industry.

When I get down stairs as I'm about to leave I heard name being called it was Jeff. "Hey I heard they called you back. how did it go?" he said I smiled "I got the job." I said eagerly.

"Congrats" he gave me a hug. Awkward but okay. "Where you head? You want to grab a bite I'm on lunch?"he asked I shook my head and Politely declined "Sorry Jeff I have to get home and it's pretty far. I gotta catch the bus. Next time." I said. "Okay cool yeah let me walk you then." he said I agreed. We were talking and laughing right as we were about to get to the bus stop. I hear a voice "Babe"... I freezer I know that voice.