Hello Love Goodbye Book 1

Sometimes we can't see how genuine someone is to us. Sometimes we make drastic moves that we end up regretting. We may give up on someone not because we don't love them, but because of what other people might say. There are things in this world that are hard to let go of but need to be released. It hurts more than anything else when the person you dream of spending your life with turns away and gives up. They say a relationship involves two people in love, but what if one person's needs outweigh the others? Would you take the risk of fighting for your love against them? Or would you let them go? Episode 1: Wicked CEO Hi, I'm Patricia Velarde, but my friends call me Pat. I was born and raised in London, half British and half Filipina. I lived in London for 16 years before transferring to the Philippines for various reasons. I'm now 24 years old and managing my dad's company. Yes, that's one of the reasons why I'm here in the Philippines, to manage my dad's company. At first, I was hesitant because I didn't want to go to the Philippines and live there. I don't know anyone there. I'm the only heir, so I have no choice but to accept and manage it. Patricia's POV It's Monday morning, and I need to get up early. My dad will introduce me to the company as the new CEO of Newton Tech Diversity. It's a brand of phones known for their high quality and is famous worldwide. Some other companies have tried to bring us down, but they haven't succeeded because my dad is very smart and wise in business, unlike me. I'm too young for this and to engage myself in this business, but what can I do? In the office... As I opened the door, my dad's employees greeted me, but I responded with an unemotional face. I have limited social interactions with people, and I only have a few friends. What's the point, anyway? "Everyone, I would like to introduce you to your new CEO of Newton Tech Diversity, my daughter, Patricia Velarde. She will take over my position for now. While I'm away, please take care of my daughter, okay?" "Yes, sir." Is this what being an heir is about? She's beautiful, and her future partner is lucky. I heard the employees whispering about me. Well, first and foremost, I don't have a boyfriend. I don't know why, but whenever I approach someone, they back off. Maybe it's because I don't like guys who flirt with me. They're handsome and rich, but they're just not my type, I promise, hahaha. "Miss Patricia, Mr. Velarde's secretary has resigned for some reason. I just wanted to know who is among the applicants you'd like to hire." "They all have potential, Ma'am. I just need to consult with you about which one you prefer." "Just put those papers on my table. I'll read them later." "Okay, Ma'am Patricia." "And please make me a cup of coffee." "Do you want it with milk, Ma'am?" "Did I say I wanted milk, Mhie?" "Oh, sorry." After 5 minutes, my coffee arrived. I was scanning all the resumes on my table, trying to find a suitable secretary. I couldn't find anyone I liked until I stumbled upon a resume that caught my attention indeed. "Hmmm... She's beautiful. Samantha Imperial, 26 years old, entrepreneur, marketing graduate." Ring... Ring... Ring... "Hello?" "Is this Samantha Imperial?" "Yes, Miss, speak." "I would like to congratulate you. Your application has been approved. Please be at Newton Tech Diversity tomorrow at 8 am sharp." "Oh my god! Okay, I'll be there tomorrow. Thank you so much." "Thank you, Lord. I finally have a job." I immediately informed my mom of the good news that I had got the job. She was delighted because, finally, she had someone to help her with her sibling's education expenses. I can't wait for tomorrow. The next day... I woke up early to prepare for my first day at work. I could hardly contain my excitement because I finally have a job, and it's with a famous company. I fixed myself up before leaving my apartment. In the office... I arrived at 7:30 am due to traffic. I hurriedly entered the elevator to go to the 13th floor, and coincidentally, someone was already inside. I smiled, but she didn't smile back, quite snobbish. The elevator opened again on the 5th floor, and more people came in, so I was squeezed between them. I felt her breath on my back, and she smelled really nice. As we got closer, she suddenly put her hand on my neck, while I held her waist to prevent her from falling. Our eyes met, and I couldn't deny that she was beautiful. My heart started beating fast, and she moved her hand to my waist, pulling me closer. I regained my composure when she spoke. "Are you going to stare at me like that forever, Miss?" "Uh... sorry." I let go of her neck, and I saw her smirk. When we got out of the elevator, I went to the restroom to fix myself. I couldn't get her out of my mind. "Why am I thinking about her like this? So what if she's beautiful? She's rude." In the office... "Miss Samantha Imperial?" "Yes?" "Miss Velarde wants to see you now." "Okay, thank you." I quickly went into her office, and when I saw her up close again, my jaw dropped. No way! She's my boss? Nooooo, this can't be true! "Let's talk later. I have business to attend to." She handed me some papers. "Are you just going to stand there all day, Miss Imperial?" "Ah, good morning, Miss Velarde. I'm Samantha Imperial. I'm your new sec---" "I know, and we don't have time to talk. Let's go. I have a meeting and a business proposal to win." "Hey! Are you listening to me?" "Yes, Ma'am. Where are we going?" "I have a client meeting." "Where?" "And why do you keep asking? Look, you applied as a secretary, so wherever I am, that's where you'll be. Is that clear, Miss Imperial?" "Okay, sorry again." We're here in a restaurant because we have a client to meet. "Thank you for trusting us, Mr. Lee, as well as my dad. I assure you our partnership will prosper." "Well, as your dad said, his daughter is determined. He wasn't wrong to give you this company to manage at a young age." "Yeah, sometimes I feel pressured by my dad, but thank you, Mr. Lee, for agreeing to this." "No problem! Well, I have to go now. Goodbye, Miss Velarde, and it's nice to see you again." "Goodbye, and thank you, Mr. Lee." After shaking hands with Mr. Lee, I also extended my hand to him. I organized the papers on the table, ready to sit down, but she suddenly stood up. "Let's go." "Huh?" "I said, let's go! Are you staying here?" "Ah... aren't we going to eat this food, Miss Velarde?" "Why? Are you still hungry?" "I haven't eaten yet. Hehe... Can we eat this?" She closed her eyes suddenly and then sat down. "Tssss, okay, eat first. I don't want you to faint because of hunger." "Thank you, Miss Pat :)" "Why are you calling me Miss Pat? Are we close?" "Sorry, Ma'am." "And do you like shrimps and crabs?" "Yes, Ma'am. I rarely get to eat this kind of food in expensive restaurants like this." "Why? Are you having financial difficulties?" This woman is something else... "Not really... I just have other priorities for my money." She smirked. "A guy?" I was shocked by what she said. Out of all the things she could think of, she thought of a guy? Seriously? "I don't have time for a love life, and besides, it just brings me problems." "Tsss, are you done eating? Let's go." Even though I wanted to finish everything on the table, I felt embarrassed. I told her that I was already full, even though I wanted to try everything. It's not every day that I get to eat something like this. "Haisst, why are you like this, Sam? And why is she so annoying?"