Mr Millionaire

Episode 3

Mr. Millionaire Episode 3

Anna

It's 4 a.m. I should be sleeping for another hour at least but no, the nerves won’t let me. I get out of bed and grab my phone, the time reads 4:07.

“Ugh....” I grab a pillow and fall back into my bed.

The tick from the clock on the other side of my room became so loud all of a sudden. It was the only thing I could focus on. The irritation got to me and I jumped off the bed and paced around a bit before deciding to go take an early bath.

The Cold water shook my body and I could feel whatever was left of the sleep in my eyes just drain out with the water. I finished bathing and got in my underwear to wait, at least till 6 a.m. so I could start leaving. I looked over at the clock, the bath wasn’t such a bad idea as it was now 5:01 a.m. and I could barely stand to wait anymore so I decided to get coffee to calm my nerves, I would make breakfast but I wasn’t really a breakfast person, that’s kind of a habit I picked up in college. I would prefer to wait till it’s launch then eat, plus it saved me extra money so it was a habit I enjoyed.

I got dressed up and stood in front of a mirror, I packed my dark hair in a bun then let it pour, then changed it to a samurai style bun with a pick in the middle and some bangs dropping in front. After all the confusion I decided that it would suit me best.

I took a long breath and carried the envelope of which my entire day rode upon. It had my entire speech, my resume and a couple of work related research I had to dig out. I looked in the mirror and took a good breath.

“You’re the best candidate for the Job Anna.”

I had to be confident if I wanted to land this position, I had just graduated from college about three years ago and despite being an accounting major it took me almost two years to get this job and within six months I was already being considered for a promotion. The company just opened a new branch in Miami and had to send a few senior accountants and a couple other senior staffs there which opened up a few positions, one of which I intended to fill. It was quite the opportunity I was waiting for and it would fast track my career here and get me inline for a board position in a couple more years. I had to get this Interview right as my career depended on it.

I took a cab to work and paced inside, It was just 7:11 a.m. and most people where still in bed as work usually started by 8 a.m. and the interview was also to be starting by 8 a.m.

I had previously only worked at the Junior staff wing of the company building which had about four office wings stretching over a couple buildings which were each twenty four floors. I had never been to the executive wing of the building but that was were the interview was to be held. I made my way over to the Executive wing’s reception, the floor was entirely marble and every step I took in my one inch heel echoed around the room, I slowed down my pace in order not to drag a bit of attention but it was the same with everyone, no one really cared or took notice, everyone in this wing seemed to be on their phones or going through some important file or something. Even the reception area seemed busy with all six receptionists seeming busy and distracted. I moved my way to one of them and stood by the counter to wait for her to finish her call.

I looked down at my phone and saw a text from my mom saying “Good luck Sweetie, I know you can do it”, that was the most reassuring thing I could have hoped for while I was so tense. My mom always had my back despite loosing my dad barely a decade ago she struggled to make sure I was prepared for life even if some days were really tough we got through it together. She was my everything, and I meant that literally because I always felt like I had nothing, my work was my whole life really and I didn’t do much when I wasn’t working, it was just work till dusk then eat, take a shower, sleep then work some more.

I noticed the receptionist was finally done with her call.

“How can I help you.” She said forcing a smile and obviously stressed.

“I have a board Interview “ I said a bit shyly while handing my ID over to her.

“Okay, I will refer you to the board room at the top floor next to the Executive’s office line. Have a good day” She said grabbing another phone and continuing the calling spree.

I grabbed my card from the counter and moved slowly to the elevator, honestly wishing that I never have to be a receptionist, It seemed like the most stressful job in the company, that girl honestly needs a break before she breaks down or something.

I got in the elevator and a couple of people got in with me. The elevator was about to close when suddenly some guy rushed in and stood beside me. He looked like he barely got up this morning, wearing shades, a polo and jeans and some high too sneakers to go. I figured he was in the wrong building or something. I wanted to ask but he seemed busy texting on his phone. He was kinda cute though, his chin was perfectly chiselled and his arms as well, his chest stood out and he had slightly broad shoulders. Given his height he honestly would have been mistaken for a model but he was dressed too sloppily. He had a bagel in his hand and was munching down on it while texting and smiling sheepishly.

I couldn’t help looking over to his phone, Okay fine, I was actually quite curious to know what he was up to so I took half a step back and took a peek.

“What tha.....!” I accidentally let out loud.

He turned to me and noticed my position facing his screen and he looked a bit embarrassed for a second before he spoke.

“Do you go around peeking into people’s phones.”

I was a bit dumbstruck by his question. I just caught him sexting a girl who sent a pic of her nude boobs to him and he’s turning it on me for peeking?

“Well.. Ugh..” I realised he did have a point, it wasn’t really my business what dirty things he did with his phone so I figured I would just let it go.

“Well what? Cat got your tongue?” he responded again.

The elevator hit the top floor and the doors opened, I rushed out of the door and made my way to the board room. At least I avoided whatever that was. How confident are people getting these days, he was caught doing something so gross and yet he was attacking me, and the girl, like who does that? Sending nudes to guys is so shallow.

I got there to see a the place so busy, and I thought we did the most work in the company.

“Mr. Cooper is in today guys so better sort out those...”

The entire room was just gushing out his name and that explained why here was so busy, the CEO of Cooper Agencies Mr. Arnold Cooper was in today.

I got even more nervous, of all the days I would be doing a board interview he had to be there today. This could be an opportunity but also if i mess this up then I might even get fired. My hands started to sweat as I moved to the secretary to show my ID. She was also on some call and signalled me to wait with her hands.

“not this again.” I said under my breath.

She drops the call and I try to give her my Id but a man in a fancy suit comes by and she starts talking to him for a few minutes. She finally finishes and another call comes through, distracting her again. I try giving her the ID but she signals again for me to hold on and it starts getting frustrating. I took a sit and decided to wait and finally she calls for my ID and tells me to step into the board room.