The Billionaire's Mistake

Chapter 2

"What entered your brains! Why are you gossiping during working hours! I told you many times that you should respect and obey working hours!" Sir Dylan spoke angrily to us.

We are here now in his office. After that incident, he immediately called us here. Mitch and I are nervous, because we might get fired. I can't lose a job right now. We have a lot of bills at home and I was assigned to pay.

"We sincerely apologize sir. We know that our mistakes made terrible consequences. We're really sorry for that." Mitch bowed down and said, I also bowed as a sign that I was also asking for forgiveness from Sir Dylan.

"You probably know how important those persons to me. Those investors could make our company more prosperous. We need them so that we can get funding again and so that we don't be bankrupt." he can't control his temper. I know his totally mad at us. His face says it all.

"RMC was our greatest competitor among the marketing companies in our country. We would have overtaken them soon if those billionaires had invested in us. You know what, my grandfather blames me for all of these inconveniences! He even belittled my capabilities to run this company. This is all your fault, f*ck!" he yelled at us all the time. He's really scary. He's now blushing with anger and attention that his veins are showing on his neck and hands.

Oh God what did we do. We unleash the monster hidden in our boss.

"Sorry sir, I hope you will forgive us. We will never make that mistake again. Please give us a chance to prove to you that we deserve to stay in this company sir." I responded calmly.

"Yeah, you'll never make that mistake again cause you two are fired!" he even yelled at us

"What sir, you can't fire us. We are hard working and dedicated to our jobs." Mitch said.

"I can decide what's best for my company and I know this company will be better without your presence. Pack up your things and leave this building." said Sir Dylan.

"Please sir, we really need this job. We are our family's breadwinner. We need to sustain our family's needs. Please accept us again sir. This job is very important to us." I cried.

I didn't do anything but kneel in front of him and beg. I don't care what I look like now. Even if I look like a loser, I will do everything for my family.

"Scar, that's enough." when Mitch pulled away from me but I just pushed her away.

"Please sir give us a chance. We will never do that again. I'm begging you Sir Dylan Louise Henson." I approached him but he just pushed me causing me to fall on the floor. Mitch came to me and tried to lift me up from the fall.

"Leave now. Maybe I can do something else with you."

I completely lost hope. Mitch gently pulled me down. He supported me until we got to our office.

"Isn't that them?"

"Good for them."

"You know that Mitch is kind. Only Scarlet should be fired, because she's rude."

"Yes, that's right."

I heard the whispers of my office mates. I didn't wonder why they reacted like that. Most of them were very angry with me. I don't know why, I didn't do anything bad to them.

Maybe because Jealousy? Unlike Mitch, I'm a fresh grad and I can't believe that I got into a prestigious company like HMC. Most of the people they hire have experience or are veterans in this field of work just like my friend Mitch. She was here earlier than me.

"Hey stop it! You might be the next to be fired!" Mitch criticized them.

"It's okay Mitch, let them go." I said while clapping Mitch's hand

"You, are you okay?" she asked with concern.

"Maybe—"

"Mitch Rodriguez?" I didn't finish what I was going to say because I heard our boss's voice again.

"Y-Yes sir?" Mitch replied to him.

"You can stay in this company if you still want too." he suggested

"Is that true sir? Oh my, thank you so much. But what about Scarlet, sir?" Mitch said

"Scarlet Therese Smith is the only one who will be terminated in our company. You have more experience than her. I don't mind losing a dumb woman like your friend." said Sir Dylan and looked at me.

"But sir—"

"Take it or leave it. You still want to be part of HMC or not?" Sir asked directly.

Mitch looked at me skeptically at first. I just smiled at him so he wouldn't have to make a difficult decision. It's okay for me to be the only one to be fired rather than feeling sorry for him. Like me, I know Mitch is the only one expected of his family. It would be so cruel if I would also hate his job.

"I...I still want to be part of HMC sir." he said bowing down.

"Good, go back to your work." Our boss said and walked away

I put my things away. I also cleaned my desk. I looked at my cubicle again, I just want to appreciate it for the last time. It was nice to be part of this famous company even though I was only for a short time here. I will never forget those memories. HMC will always have a place in my heart. I love my job here but I never expected that the time would come when I would leave it. Perhaps, another opportunity will rise. As they say, everything happens for a reason. Whatever the reason is, I hope I can find a better job.

I was outside the HMC building. I looked at this huge and very tall building. This is my last day here. It seemed necessary, I was standing here, very excited for my first ever formal job. And now, I'm still standing here but I'm no longer part of this prestigious company.

I'm thinking twice now if I'm going to go home with us or not. I'm going to be a headache for Mom and Dad again. I have two siblings who are still in school who only depend on me. How can I tell them that I don't have a job anymore? For sure I will only be a problem for them.

I don't know but the bgc suddenly came up in my mind. Mitch invited me earlier but I refused. Maybe I can go there first, I want to escape my problems and have a little fun. That's where I will release all my frustration I to myself.

I took a taxi to Sam's bar. It's a good thing that I'm wearing a casual dress today and I'm not wearing a uniform. My uniform didn't dry earlier so I just wore my fitted dress to work. It wasn't too revealing so it was allowed. I was the only guard at HMC to enter.

Anyways, I'm here now at bgc. I first noticed people dancing and partying non-stop. Most of them are already drunk.

I'm not new to this situation. How many times have I been to different night clubs and bars here in the Philippines. I used to go to bars when I was still a student. How ironic right? When I got a job That's when I stopped gimmicking. Before, I didn't even care about my future. I thought I wouldn't be able to finish college because I'm a party goer, but even so, I recovered in acads somehow.

I stopped having fun when I had a job. I feel like my money will be a waste if I waste it. I still go to these places now but only once a month or I don't really go in a month. It's not like before, almost every week, I'm full of bars. I just don't go here when I'm with Mitch.

It's my first time going to this place alone. I think it's an achievement for myself. At least I can party by myself haha. I just want to have fun, even if it's just for a short time.

I was sitting on my table on while peacefully drinking my tequila. I took two shots but I still didn't get drunk. Maybe I should be thankful that I have a strong stomach and liver. I don't just get drunk depending on how strong the drink is I will drink it. For me tequila is just perfect for my alcohol range.

I think it's because alcohol eases my problem. I don't it's just my opinion. When I was still studying, I also go to bars when I have problems at school. It's like the weight inside that I feel is disappearing. Different what alcohol can really do in a person's life.

The dj played swinging music again. The crowd is so hyped again. They are jumping and some women are twerking. I can't denied that this situation really exists in bars. Once alcohol gets into your system, you would be out of control. There are times when you get drunk you won't remember the shame of what you did the next day.

"Miss, let's dance." a tall cute guy approached me.

"No, thanks." I smiled at him.

"Well, you're lonely there. Come, let's have a party." he said as he approached me.

I moved a little because he was really close to me. I feel uncomfortable when guys are close to me.

"No, I'm fine here." I gave him a forced smile.

I thought he was going to stop scratching but he came even closer to me. I was suddenly frozen in place when he grabbed my thigh and rubbed it.

"Don't worry about that." he attempted to kiss but I immediately pushed him away.

He fell down a little. I think I did something wrong because instead of him moving away from me, he seemed to be more aggressive. He pushed me against the wall and locked me in his arms. His eyes were staring at me as if someone I was wronged by him. He attempted again to kiss my neck. I tried to struggle but his forces were too strong. I just closed my eyes and prayed that someone would save me now.