Alexander's Pov~
"Xander, what the hell is wrong with you?" A much known voice was echoing in my cabin right now.
She is standing in front of my desk with deadly eyes, staring at me with both hands on her hips.
"Taylor, let me explain..."
"Alexander, she told me every damn thing."
"First kindly sit and calm down. Please."
Though she is still angry at me she sat down while I stood up leaning onto my table for support nearby to where she is seated.
"I thought its best for her to work with you, to get a good pay and experience. You being my childhood and best friend I thought you will treat her right." She spoked softly.
"I know. I just...I saw her kissing Vince!"
"So? Are you kidding me?
Seriously it's her choice whoever she kiss or do whatever, which she actually didn't, but to ask her that – did he pay her to be with him? That was not acceptable.
That's outright wrong. She's not a slut Xander and you hurt her with those words.
"She didn't kiss him?" I asked her surprised.
"Out of all the things I said, you heard only that." She looked at me incredulously.
"Taylor."
"Yes. It was Vince, who suddenly kissed her." Upon hearing that I clenched my fist, closed my eyes with regret.
"Wait. Why are you so interested to know about who kissed who?
Oh my god!
Do I smell something? Mm..."
"What?" I asked her while giving her a pointed look.
"A very strong smell.....Smell of jealousy." She smiled wickedly at me.
"Why would I be jealous? That's totally crap T."
"Oh! Really Okay, so if Scarlet starts dating Vince, that's fine with you right? Then tonight I'm going to talk with her regarding her date with Vince." Determined she said while texting someone on her cell.
I narrowed my eyes at her.
"What? Why are you giving me those looks? "
"To whom are you texting?" I asked her.
"Vince."
"What? How the hell do you have his number?"
"I got it from Scarlet. She had it. And I am asking if he is free for a date tonight for her."
"No. You can't do that."
"Why? Vince is super-hot and a nice guy and surely he will treat Scarlet right. And..."
"And he will break her heart AND will only treat her nice to get her under bed with him." I stated angrily by interrupting her.
"Xander!"
"What. I know guys like him." I said frustrated.
"If not Vince then I will set her up with someone else, a gentleman with a beautiful heart."
"Like who?"
"Why should I tell you? Besides why are you interested with her dates?"
"I'm her boss. I should know about everything about my employees whereabouts."
"Ex, You are her Ex-Boss and that's bullshit what you just said now and you know it too." She corrected me while smiling at me.
I was quiet and thought how stupid I am. Though I don't know why we are having a conversation regarding her dates or why I am so concerned about her and hearing that I am her ex-boss just made me feel like I am broken into million pieces. In the end I was irritated with every damn thoughts.
While these thoughts were running in my mind, Taylor was watching me and she stood up.
"Xander, I can see that you are missing something in your life and yet you are not aware of it. Now before you lose it, open up your eyes and see..... you will definitely find it. Or else you will regret it for a lifetime."
I looked at her confused. What does she mean with that?
"Also, she still doesn't know anything regarding us, we being childhood friends and she still thinks this job, which she had been achieved only because of her education and skills. Not because I called you up and asked for a favor, so do not tell her all this. It's a secret between us. Okay."
"Okay." I said while I gave her a hug and when she was about to leave she turned to me and said,
"Oh I forgot to tell you one more thing, she have received several appointment letters from various firms."
"Yeah I know that. She has received one from A & J Corps as well... Antonio, that bastard is trying to lure her into his games."
"Not just that. She got an interview with Dave as well, CEO of Maccoy Industries, one of your opponents. He is also our friend, we were college buddies so there is a chance she might take that job!"
"Roy didn't mention that to me." I whispered it to myself.
I was surprised about this new information because I told my tracker friend Roy to dig all info on her things. Yet this was not informed to me.
"Roy. You told him to track every movement of her? You... Argh! Forget it."
"Don't tell her. I will take care of all things."
"You better. I am leaving now, you take care." She said and left the cabin with a sigh of relief.
I sat down on my chair, closed my eyes and took a deep breath, realizing what an idiot I am for completely misunderstanding her. I know now I need to fix this soon. I need to get her back as my PA.
P.S. :Taylor is Scarlet's college friend and Alexander is Taylor's childhood friend. Scarlet is not aware that they both know each other and so don't get confused with their friendship info.
Alexander's Pov~
It's been a week now and I am having sleepless nights ever since she left the job.
I even tried to keep several people as my PA for temporary basis. But none of them could handle the pressure of work neither they were having the ability to do things the way she did.
Damn I missed her every single day.
The way she smiles while conversing with the other employees, the way she holds the end of the pen between her pearly white teeth, while going through certain important documents.
The way she looks up at me when I enter her cabin. I like it when she brings lunch for me. I just.... simple things done by her do matter to me a lot.
I still don't know how to bring her back. I tried to call her but she never answered it. I tried to meet her but she was not willing to. Then how am I supposed to bring her back if I am not able to meet or talk personally with her.
Then Taylor informed me that she took up the job at Maccoy's. New environment, good pay and Dave is taking care of her very well. But I don't want her to work anywhere else but only for me.
So after a lot of thought I decided now that I am going to meet her at her new office. If she is not willing to come with me then I am going to drag her to my office.
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"Good Mor..." She was surprised at my arrival and right now is standing in front of me with wide eyes.
"Good Morning Miss. Reeves." I acted professionally in front of her but internally it feels good finally meeting her.
"Good Morning Mr. Pearce. How may I help you?
If your here to meet Mr. Maccoy, I'm sorry to inform you, he is not available today. But I can arrange a meeting for you and..."
"Scarlet. I am here to meet you."
"Oh." She said and I can see it, she is still angry at me.
"Scarlet. I know you do not wish to work with me anymore but as per the policy and regulations you have to serve a notice period with us. I am not approving your on spot resignation."
"You came here, all the way from your office to tell me this? I think there is more Mr. Pearce...something important....like an apology."
"I shouldn't have reacted that way and I hurt you for which I am really sorry.
I apologize for my actions and it was not my intention but I was angry with what I saw." I said from the bottom of my heart and I could see a little shine in her eyes.
Tears were welling up but she controlled it.
"I... umm... I can't come to work with you. I have already signed up a contract with Dave." She said while thinking about it.
"I'll double your pay. Just rejoin with us." I said and then I saw her scowled face.
"Mr. Pearce you..."
"No. It's not in a wrong way.
I offered you a double pay because you deserve it. You are hardworking and efficient enough for the tasks that are given to you. That's it."
"I will think about it." She said after a minute.
"No. You have to decide it right now."
"What...Now? I... okay fine. I will rejoin."
"Great. Then we are leaving right away. You can pack up your things; mail your resignation after you reach office. I will wait for you down." I informed her and headed down.
I am so happy; she is coming back with me. I knew she will accept my offer and apology. Besides working with Pearce Industries is a big opportunity as it's the leading company in NY.
While Maccoy Industry is just a competitor, they are not ranked among the top industries yet.
She came down with her things and we entered into my car and left.
We together entered into the office, got into the elevator and waited for our floor. I quickly stole a glance at her and in between every 10 mins. She stood at the left corner while I stood at the right.
When people were entering from the other floors I moved and stood beside her.
I didn't want anyone crushing her like last time and hence I always make sure to stand next to her. I should really change the team working on my private elevator as it still seems to have some issue.
When we reached our floor, I waited for her to first step out and then followed her. She went into her cabin and resumed her work, while I went inside my cabin and rested on my chair.
Now I feel like a huge weight is lifted off from my shoulders.
It's great to have my PA back and I smiled while thinking about it.
Felt like I won a battle!