6:00 am Tuesday morning
Sophia got up, she quickly took a shower, then she picked out clothes to wear for the day.
She wore a black pant-suit with a black jacket and flats. She combed her hair and tied it loosely. She turned checking herself in the mirror.
Eh! Not bad!
She carried a smaller bag this time, since she didn't have much things to put in it. Only her phone and a little cash was inside. Usually most ladies would carry some makeup kits in their bag but sophia was completely clueless when it came to makeup. The only thing she applied was plain powder.
The little bag hanged loosely over her chest and she made her way downstairs, she was staying at mrs Alexandra's place. The house was very big but also empty, the only person around was the cook.
Mrs Alexandra had instructed her to watch Sophia's diet carefully and to make sure she eats healthy food.
Good morning ma!
Good morning miss sophia! Come over I prepared porridge oats for you.
Sophia walked to dinning room, she sat down and then stared at the food for a while.
What's wrong? The cook asked, sophia was just staring at the food instead of eating.
Nothing! I'm calculating if I'll be able to finish it, it's looks much.
Much? In what way? The porridge was in a little bowl she was even wondering how someone could eat so little. yet this little girl was saying it was much.
Miss your appetite these days isn't nice. look you're so skinny and pale, why don't you eat more? So you'll have more energy and gain more weight.
Sophia was puzzled, In her own eyes she was fine, how come this lady was seeing something different. Anyway she just smiled; okay ma! I'll try my best to eat more.
She started eating bit by bit, the porridge oat was full of milk, the sugar wasn't much it had other toppings that she couldn't identify. After eating for some minutes her pace reduced she was full.
I'm done! She told the cook
She walked over and saw that sophia didn't finish the porridge which wasn't even much to begin with. She frowned, miss pls try to finish the porridge it's not good to be wasteful. She tried to use this method to talk her into finishing the food.
Sophia looked at the little bowl before her, indeed she shouldn't be wasteful but recently she found it very difficult to eat, her appetite these days was indeed bad.
She slowly picked up the spoon and managed to finish the porridge. Thank you madam! The porridge was nice. She picked up the bowl and walked to the kitchen.
The lady tried to stop her but she insisted. She quickly washed the bowl, cleaned her mouth and then she left for work.
It was almost 8:00 when she got to the office, jason was already in the office. Immediately she entered the office she was told that the boss was looking for her so she went to his office.
Good morning boss! She greeted him immediately she entered.
Morning!
She looked at him, he wore a loose fitting beige sweater, his hair was neatly combed, a faint smile was planted on his face, his exquisite blue eyes glowed making him look dashing. She had to admit that he was indeed very good looking, no wonder those assistants were crazy over him.
Did you sleep well?
Yes! She was a bit surprised that he asked about her sleep.
Well it's good that you slept well after going home before your boss.
Eh! Sophia was silent as she tried to recall what happened last night. Indeed she did go home before him and she didn't even bother to check if he had any other engagement before leaving.
Oops! I'm sorry about that, she lowered her head.
Don't worry about it.
So do I have any appointment today?
Sophia was a little lost; eh! Hang on boss! I'll be right back..
Wa...it.. he wasn't able to finish what he wanted to say because sophia had already dashed out of the office.
Some minutes later she was back with a silver pad in her hand. Okay! You have an appointment with Mr wellington from the microfinance bank by 10am
You also have a meeting with Mrs victoria from the prime store by 12pm.
After that you don't have any scheduled meeting except you have other personal engagement.
He smirked when he heard the last words; other personal engagement! This girl was hmm...!
Well I do have other personal engagement, have you had breakfast?
Okay if you have other personal engagement then I'll.... She abruptly stopped when she thought she heard something wrong.
Have you had breakfast? Well I haven't and I'm about to get breakfast which happens to be my personal engagement but you're included.
She was stunned but she quickly turned him down. Thanks but I've had my breakfast.
Oh! He replied softly.
But I still need to you to accompany me. He stood up and made his way out. As he passed sophia could perceive the light cologne from his clothes it was so nice and fresh.
They got into the vehicle together jason didn't drive today so they sat behind. Sophia shifted till she was practically attached to the door.
Jason frowned as he watched her movements. I don't bite you know that right?
Sophia just glanced at him but she didn't reply. Seeing that she didn't want to talk he just let her be.
There was silence inside the car, sophia had her head turned to the window the entire time. Wait a minute! She spoke to herself.
This road looks familiar, she continued to observe the road. Omg! Of all places why this place? She sobbed in her heart.
Sir we're here! the driver informed them.
Okay! He kept the pad and came out of the car, he looked and saw that sophia was still sitting down.
Aren't you coming?
She looked at the store; of all places why does it have to be mr wilson's shop. She really didn't want to interact with that cranky old man.
No! I'll wait here for you.
Jason still insisted. C'mon I know you've had your breakfast sitting for a little while won't harm you.
Ha! She scoffed how do you know it won't harm me. I just don't want to interact with that old man and I don't want you to know anything personal about me. Well of course she didn't say this out.
Jason kept insisting so she just had to follow him inside. She just couldn't understand why he'll come to this place, all of the breakfast shops in town. Mr wilson's shop wasn't that big and it was in a hidden area so why did he come here?
They walked in and only few people were inside. Jason choose a table close to the window. He sat down and sophia followed suit, she sat opposite him.
She took a good look around she hadn't come to this place for while. They shop was in good shape, it still had that wonderful fragrance that could make a person drool.
While she was still in a daze, mr wilson walked to their table.
Welcome! What would you like to order?
The usual sir!
Mr wilson looked up; he saw that it was the handsome young man that had been very frequent. he also noticed that today he came with a female companion.
Hold on! Sophia! He wanted to speak out but the she looked at him in a very frightening manner. He gulped, he felt immense pressure just by looking at her eye.
He quickly walked away.
He later came back with the pastries jason ordered, the aroma alone was very tempting especially for sophia who hadn't tasted her mum's pastries for a while.
Thanks! Jason politely told Mr Wilson.
You're welcome! You know? He stopped for a moment as though he had something very important to say. Sophia glared at him he didn't mind though as he continued talking.
There's a little girl that usually delivers this pastries, she's very cute but she can be quite annoying sometimes and we didn't get along too well. But honestly I do miss her a bit that I can't hide it. Although the pastries are being supplied I just miss our little interaction.
With that he walked away leaving them completely puzzled. Why on earth did he start that story? And why was he telling us about it? These were the thoughts going through their mind.
Sophia was a bit conflicted. Was he joking when he said all that? She turned to look at him but he didn't even spare her a glance.
She continued mumbling to herself till jason disrupted her thoughts. Are you sure you won't try these cupcakes they aren't bad?
Of course I know that, my mum made it. But of course she didn't speak out.
I didn't know you had a sweet tooth, she spoke with a hint of sarcasm in her tone.
I actually don't! I usually order a sandwich or pancake. I ordered these cupcakes because of you. You're the one with the sweet tooth.
Ha! She scoffed. Really? I thought I heard you tell him the usual? That means your usual includes cupcakes.
(^^) Jason was rendered speechless. When he was placing that order she looked uninterested so she was actually listening! This girl was really something.
Cough! He coughed lightly. Well you're indeed correct, that's my usual order because that's Zack's favorite. He always tags along when I come here.
Oh!
That's all? jason didn't know if he should laugh or cry even after explaining everything she still didn't believe him. He didn't speak further he just savored his breakfast in peace.
Sophia sneaked glances at him, even the way he ate was classy, he was just exuding an air of elegance, he was way above her class. She still couldn't understand the real reason he agreed with Mrs Alexandra's request and why was he acting all nice to her. This is why I really have to be wary of this guy, he's dangerous and very crafty, the fact he was able to achieve so much In such a short period says a lot of him.
Anyway she concluded to never let her guard down around him, because she was very sure he had an ulterior motive for doing all these.
It was 9:25 when the walked out of the pastry shop, she turned back and saw that mr wilson was looking at her, she gave him a light nod and entered the car.
The driver was already aware of the address so he quickly drove towards that direction.
They finally arrived at the microfinance bank and it was 9:45, they arrived quite on time cause the road was clear and smooth.
As soon as they entered the bank, they saw a man in suit waiting for them, he was quite short and plump, he looked like he was in his early fifties, with some jewelries hanging on his body. A lot of huge men were behind him.
Welcome Mr jason!
He rushed towards him and extended his hands, jason responded by extending his hand also. They had a light polite handshake. He was about to say something when he saw a little figure beside jason. As though he could read his thoughts jason introduced Sophia.
This is my assistant; Sophia!
Oh! Mr wellington looked her with disinterest. Okay let's go in and discuss business. He turned to jason.
sure!
They walked in together. Sophia was given a comfortable place to sit while she waited for them. They went into mr wellingtons office.
She really didn't mind cuz she had zero interest in business and even if she entered she still wouldn't understand what they were saying so she was rather happy she could sit outside.
The bank was really cold, she wondered how these people were able to stay inside such a cold place for such a long period of time. Although there was a cooling system in her office they could still control the level that was conducive for them. But this place was different. She shivered a little.
After sitting for few minutes she began to observe her environment, a lot of ladies and men dressed so sharply. She admired the ladies, she always liked working class ladies. And these ladies were no exception. Everyone was on suit with different colors, different hairstyles with heals clicking as they moved.
They were quite professional as they didn't try to pester her, everyone just went on with their work
Wow this is what a worker looks like but eh! Although she liked their dressing she didn't like it on herself. Shish! 'I hate stress' that was her slogan. She just didn't like wearing anything that will make her feel uncomfortable so she just admired them so afar.
It was 11:00 when jason stepped out of the office, he saw sophia a bit curled up at a corner. She was busy looking around, and was slightly dazed that she didn't even know he was out and was standing before her. She looked cute when she wasn't all defensive.
Sophia let's go!
Oh! She quickly got up, but as she did so in a hurry, she lost her balance and almost tripped. jason quickly held her arm, then he held her hand to help her stand properly.
Oh my! Why's your hand so cold?
Sophia quickly withdrew her hand. Thank you. The room is cold that's why.
Really but your hand it like an ice berg, it's as though there's no blood in it. Her hands were naturally way too soft so even though it was cold he still wanted to hold it.
It's normal for everyone when there's cold.
But my hand isn't as cold as yours! He insisted.
Well that's how my hand is, can we go now sir? Although she asked she had already made her way to the entrance.
Jason increased his footsteps and caught up to her.
Once they were outside, sophia was very grateful, it was as though her iced body could finally melt.
They got into the car and made their way to the next place; The prime store.
Sophia was busy rubbing her cold hands together. Jason had his attention on her the whole time. She looked so weak and pale he had to ask mrs Alexandra about her eating habits when she returns.
They arrived at the prime store, it was a big shopping outlet. They walked in together, suddenly everyone had their attention on them. Especially jason he was way too eye-catching. Although montera was full of mixed races and breeds seeing one so good looking up close wasn't easy.
Hello are you Mr jason from the blue tech company? A young lady asked.
Yes! he replied
Okay! Welcome pls come with me.
She directed them as they walked to the elevator. a lot of people around tried to enter the elevator too, so they could be closer to mr handsome.