Kara smiled upon reminiscing their conversation. She undressed and headed to the bathroom, a very huge extravagant one. She would never on such a bath. It was too sophisticated for a personal secretary. "Well, not just the PA of any company Nana. REFICUL". She reminded herself as droplets of water wetted her skin and hair
Hakeem glared at Lucifer as if he would pounce on him anytime. He watched as Lucifer went through the files on his office desk. They were both at his pent house as expected, Hakeem visited Lucifer the moment he left the hotel after being amused by his assistant. Hakeem thought that Lucifer would relieve him of his duties in Boston, however, it turned out that he thought wrong. His friend, and boss extended his position as the acting CEO for two more months. His decision was final, the devil wasn't putting it up for discussion.
" Adriel, this whole plan or whatever it is ain't fun". Lucifer dropped the file on the table in annoyance. He sat comfortably, relaxing himself in the chair as he intertwined his long fingers. "You have taken a habit in calling that name these days" Lucifer spoke cracking his knuckles. Hakeem still didn't change his expression. He needed to know the plan of his friend and his role in it."Oh..okay. Is Kara giving you problems. Is she inefficient or something ". He genuinely inquired. Hakeem stood up abruptly making Lucifer raise a brow. " Do you wanna fuck her? Is that what this whole thing is about?" Hakeem asked, loosing his patient.
Lucifer gave a wide smile. He stood up to the center of his office which was elegantly decorated with black sofas, a wooden table made if mahogany. He took a seat in "his" chair. Hakeem still stood beside Lucifer's desk wearing a sulking expression. " Stop sulking and come sit down Hakeem". Lucifer spoke. Hakeem sighed and complied. He sat down and sighed. Lucifer leaned forward, giving his friend a serious look. He nodded as if he was replying a question. " You are right. I want her. It's a huge desire and I need to satisfy it. I met her three years ago. God knows how I was able to keep myself together and not make her mine right there in the males washroom. Ugh...she was young then, too young." He spoke with his head still bent.
Hakeem was taken aback for a moment. He couldn't quite put a name on what his friend was feel. He was sure that there was desire, but he couldn't help but feel like there was something else. " So yeah, I want her and more now that he is my reach. Get it now?". Lucifer concluded. Hakeem gave a frown. "Lucifer, why all this trouble? You want her, and I get that. But what else are you hoping to get from her? I can't help but feel that you want something else" Hakeem stated. Hakeem relaxed in his chair, keeping his steady eyes on his friend who genuinely seemed interested or he would even say that it was concern he saw.
This was the first time he had been asked the obvious question. "What else did he want from Kara. Why had he grown fond of the memories of someone else. What exactly did he desire?" The question roamed in his current confused mind. He looked at his friend who looked at him expectantly. Lucifer gave a short laugh followed by his answer. " We will have to wait and find that out. Whatever it is, I will get it. Now, let's talk business ". Hakeem shook his head and smiled. " Alright. I will try not to interfere. And oh, I will try not get involved with her". He joked, a joke which was not appreciated.
"Let your words remain a joke Hakeem." Lucifer warned.
Hakeem realised that he was right all along. His friend was already showing signs of possessiveness over a girl who didn't even know of his existence. Or was he wrong? He asked himself.
Kara had been stating at the unknown faces of the world's biggest business men and God help her if she makes any mistake during the party, she would really think that she was either dumb or bad with memorization. It was already sunset and the view at the beach was breathtaking. Even from the beach restaurant, the breeze of the sea still managed to embrace her and played with her hair. She sipped on her orange juice. the third she was having in three hours. She closed the heavy file and placed her pen in her small brown diary. She needed a break. It felt like learning for an examination.
She would take a quick Stoll on the beach and get back to work. She calmly reasoned. She packed her stuff into her bag and headed to the counter. The young nice waiter who served her was still around. "Hey, please I'm Kara." Kara spoke politely. The guy looked thrilled, it was hard to hide his excitement. " Kara, nice. I'm Jake. You.. nice hair.....He stammered. "Sorry, that was weird....I mean to say..." Kara laughed. "Don't worry. Thanks You have great hair as well". Jake gave a sheepish smile. " Okay...so what can I do for you...another juice? You have been taking that a lot. And....well..." Kara smiled. " Yeah, I needed to be active. But I'm gonna take a walk now. Can you please keep my bag for me. Somewhere safe? I will not take long." Kara requested. Jake smiled and grabbed her bag, assuring her if it's safety. " Got it. It will be here when you come back". Kara thanked him and headed off to the beach.
Kara wore a green beach dress and a slipper which was adorned with beads at the ankle making it look like a n anklet from afar. As always, she wore her brown leather watch which she keep safe, neat and new. She was amazed when amazed when she opened the closest in the room She wasn't expecting so much cloth for every event. Different dresses, footwear, watches, shades, bracelets, even bikini. She knew that the employees of REFICUL were always treated well, but never did she imagine that it was to that extent or even close to it.
The beach didn't look busy and she loved it. Few youngsters, she smiled at her choice of words, "Youngsters". She was one herself, she still was an adult, she defended herself from herself. They played valley ball and other games. They seemed to be enjoying themselves. She saw us men as always tried tried their luck by hitting on ladies. Couples openly showed affection for each other. Kara took of her slippers and moved to the shore of the sea. As close as she could get to. She enjoyed the weaves, the calmness, friendliness and she ridiculously felt comforted as the waters climbed to wet her legs. It was peace. " Peace", she mumbled.
"Peace indeed". A muscular voice interrupted her " peace". Startled, Kara turned to see a tall, brunette haired white man staring at her wearing a rewarded smile. Yes, a rewarded smile, as if he had been given a gift. He was in no doubt attractive. His small blue eyes was one to watch twice. Kara was confused. "Who was the man and what was making him smile like a two year old?"...