CHAPTER TWO
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Opening my laptop, I browsed through my applications but stopped at a notification
“ Ahhh!! " I screamed, jumping off my bed and running into Lily's room.
“ Lilyyyyyyy! ” Appearing from the bathroom in a bathrobe and, toothbrush in her mouth, stood lily staring at me like I had gone crazy.
“ Mira, you gave me a fright. I almost choked on my toothbrush. " She lamented, walking back in.
“ Lily, look, I got the job! ” I giggled, running behind her.
“ Which of them? Cause you, my friend, are of many talents. "
“ Okay, remember I told you about my job application as an interior designer for D Reynolds incorporated? ” leaning on the bathroom cabinet
" You got it? ” She gasped, having finished brushing.
Nodding her head in agreement, she squealed. Jumping up with me
“Miryana! This is amazing. " Pausing, she grabbed my palm. Squeezing it.
“ Yes it is. " Tears welled up in my eyes.
“No! No! Don't you dare cry lady. " She wiped the tears I didn't know fell out of my eyes.
" Do you know what this means? I would be able to take my mother to a better hospital and give Marisa a better life. ” I whispered, hopefully.
“ I know, and I'm happy. " He nudged my shoulders, making me chuckle. Facing the mirror to complete her skincare routine.
“I’ll be resuming on Monday and I have nothing presentable to wear”. The thought almost dampened my mood.
“ Yeah I know, that's why I'm here. We’ll go shopping tomorrow for corporate dresses ”
" Thank you. You're the best. I have to go now, I have some paintings to deliver, and my shift starts at 12. "
One last squeal and I left, leaving Lily mumbling something about me overworking myself.
………
“ Good afternoon Mrs Peters. " I greeted my employer when walking to sign in.
“ You are late, Mira. " She queried, inspecting the cook’s movement.
“I’m sorry Mrs peters, there was a bit of traffic”. I quickly responded
“Or you had to sell your paintings.” Finally, facing her gaze at me, she lifted a brow.
“Well, yes, but I promise I got up early and-”
“Pick up your apron and get to work Marcello”, she cut me off dismissively, walking into her office.
“Hi Nina. It really smells so good in here. "
" Oh my dear, you flatter me too much. I'm sure you don't want Mrs Peters back here. " And I took that as my queue to leave.
Picking up my apron and walking to the front desk, I was met by a confused-looking blonde-haired man.
“ Good day sir, welcome to bake n' bite café. " What would you like to have? " Politely, I called his attention.
“ Yes, I'd have a cup of espresso and latte please. " He stated, visibly checking me out.
He then made a payment, so I typed in the order on the system and sent it to Nina, the cook.
“ Done sir, your order has been placed. Please sit. ” His stares made me a bit uncomfortable, making me awkwardly turn my face.
“But I could stand all day watching your gorgeous face” my head snapped towards him.
cringing inwardly.
“ The name is Damien. And yes, I know yours, Mira. " He uttered, glancing briefly at my name tag for confirmation.
Flirting, his blue orbs searched for my chocolate ones. Watching amusement swarm, his eyes irritated me.
“ You're gorgeous Mira. I’d like to take you on a date some day. " Stunned at his words, my mouth only opened and closed in bewilderment.
“ Sorry sir, I work every day of the week and won't be free anytime soon. " I finally gathered words, averting my eyes from his
A flash of shock washed through his features, probably not expecting to be turned down.
Just in time, his order arrived well packaged.
“ Here you go sir, thanks for patronizing bake n ' bite café. ”
“ Here's my card just in case you change your mind. ” He smirked, sliding his card at me and left.
He’s cute though, but his flirting skills were bad, neither was I intrigued one bit, so I picked up the card and, without further scrutiny, threw it in the nearest bin.
Huffing, I continued my work but suddenly a loud commotion from outside caught my attention, so I walked out to find the source and disperse it.
I was met with the media crowding five black cars. Bodyguards in black suits and dark shades were in the middle. However, it was hard to see
It seemed like they were protecting someone as he walked bristly to one of his cars.
“ When will your wedding date with Sharon finally be announced? "
“ Is this marriage an alliance against the smiths? "
That was all I could hear, igniting curiosity. I just needed a glimpse.
My searching eyes landed on the blonde man who made an order a few minutes back. Frustration was written all over his features as he kept glancing around.
My eyes finally moved to the person beside him and at that moment my breath hitched.
There he stood in all his glory. Tall and clad in all black. His domineering stance commanded attention.
I watched as he spoke to someone on the phone softly in between the chaos. His hands went through his brown curly hair, which I had the urge to run my hands through.
Though I couldn't see his eyes, from his chiseled jaw, pointed nose, broad shoulders and small rosy lips, I could vouch he was gorgeous.
He got off the phone and made his way to one of the cars. I watched from a distance as he walked down my route and for a second I wondered if his eyes were on me.
Nervously playing with my fingers, heat crept up my cheeks and my heart dropped into my stomach, he entered his car with the blonde-haired guy as they zoomed off at speed. Leaving the media chattering.
Still basking from the sight, I turned back and bumped into someone only to be pulled by the side.
“ Why are you here? " I gasped.
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