EJ
EJ watched as Liv hastily retreated from the room, her departure marking the end of an unexpected and rather inconvenient interruption. He sighed and wondered what happened to Barbie—or was it Bambie? He couldn't remember her name, but it didn't matter now. The moment had been completely ruined, and his desire was left unfulfilled.
He leaned back in his leather chair, his mind drifting to the encounter with the beautiful bombshell. She was an enigma, an alluring presence that had caught him off guard. Her sudden intrusion had shattered the scene he had been trying to set, leaving him frustrated.
EJ had just returned from a lengthy business trip where he closed a multimillion-dollar deal overseas. This was a testament to his competence and dedication to the family business. It was a significant feat, and he felt a surge of pride and accomplishment. He was known for his aloof demeanor and had an air of mystery surrounding him. EJ had always kept people at arm's length, never allowing anyone to get too close. He had reasons for maintaining this distance, including the fear of getting entangled in complicated relationships.
Despite his success in the business world, EJ's personal life was shrouded in secrecy, and he had no intentions of changing that anytime soon. Thus, affairs like the one with Barbie, or Bambie as he jokingly called her, were the only level of relationship he was interested in: no strings, no commitment, no hurt. For him, it was a way to satisfy his desires without risking his heart.
As he had just arrived back, he needed to sync with Logan, his brother, about the current state of affairs at Jameson Enterprises. There were matters to discuss and decisions to be made, and he couldn't afford to be out of the loop for long.
His phone buzzed, and he noticed a missed call from his father, Richard. It seemed that Richard was eager for him to visit their home. Mary's daughter had recently moved in, and Richard wanted EJ to meet her. He wasn't particularly thrilled about the prospect of meeting some "bleeding heart," as he had cynically labeled her in his mind. He preferred to keep his distance from personal matters, especially those involving his father's new family. But it seemed that he couldn't avoid the introduction any longer, so he reluctantly agreed to visit them.
Olivia
Olivia stepped into her mother's house, her heart still racing from the shocking incident at work. Her once-promising first day on the job, had taken an unexpected turn, leaving her flustered and unsettled. She couldn't believe what had happened, and her anger mingled with embarrassment.
As she closed the door behind her, Olivia tried to shake off the disturbing encounter with EJ. She had hoped to avoid him for the remaining four days of the week before the holiday break. The last thing she wanted was another run-in with the man who had so blatantly crossed professional boundaries. She had decided not to share the humiliating incident with anyone. After all, would anyone even believe her? Olivia couldn't help but doubt whether her co-workers would take her seriously or dismiss her account as a fantasy.
Sitting down in her room, she reflected on EJ's behavior. Despite his undeniable handsomeness, Olivia was disgusted by his actions. The audacity to engage in such inappropriate behavior at work, where anyone could walk in at any moment, struck her as the height of arrogance. What kind of person did that? She painted a mental image of EJ as a self-absorbed womanizer who reveled in pushing boundaries without regard for others. She vowed to steer clear of him and keep her interactions at the office strictly professional.
As Olivia mulled over the day's events, she felt a sense of disappointment. Her first foray back into the working world had been tainted by an unwelcome encounter with a colleague who embodied everything she hoped to avoid. With her divorce still fresh in her mind, Olivia was determined to build a new life that didn't involve compromising her principles or tolerating inappropriate behavior.
With a sigh, she realized that she needed to focus on the positive aspects of her life. The warm embrace of her mother's home provided a sanctuary where she could regroup and find the strength to face whatever challenges lay ahead. Olivia hoped the coming days would bring a sense of normalcy and stability, allowing her to leave the unsettling encounter with EJ behind and move forward with her fresh start.
Olivia changed into a comfortable jumpsuit, ready to help her mom prepare dinner. The familiar routine of working together in the kitchen brought a sense of warmth and normalcy to her day. She was grateful for these moments of connection with her mother, especially after the unsettling experience at her new job."