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Chapter 3 - chapter 3: After the interview

      "Hi baby girl, I thought you weren't gonna call or text me to know how the interview at The Mickelson Enterprise went today." Andrea said with all excitement to her friend who was on the other side of the phone.

    "You know how much I love gists likeeeee I can't do without them, so tell me how did it go today, and I heard the CEO and the Co CEO are both very breath takingly handsome, did you get to meet anyone of them??" Elisa asked forgetting to ask if she actually got the job or not

    "Sigh.... Really?? That's all you could think of right now ? Well I got the job and the position of  a temporary P.A to the CEO of the company" Andrea said with a hint of worry in her voice.

  "What's wrong Annie? Aren't you happy you got the job?" Elisa asked 

   "Well of course I am, you know how long I've been searching for a job and now I've got one. The thing is that my boss the CEO is so handsome and at the same time scary. I wonder if I'll survive the job for a month or even a week" Andrea said to Elisa remembering what and how she felt when she met him.

   "You know what?? I think you're just nervous and anxious, so how bout you come over so we could celebrate your new found job." Elisa said back trying to making her feel at ease and just go with the flow.

   "Yh you're right… I'm probably just over thinking instead of celebrating my new job , I'll be there in 10 baby girl, I love you three thousand " Andrea said while laughing as she hung up not giving Elisa a chance to say one more word.

   

     20 minutes later Andrea was in the yard of her loving bestie Elisa who was already waiting for by her car.

    "I thought you said in 10 Annie " Elisa said with a frown on her face. Knowing how much Elisa loves partying and having premium fun. 

Andrea smiled and apologized   "I'm sorry Eli, it takes forever to pick out the perfect dress that will match your energy and plus I don't think I have the strength to change my clothes when I get here, so if you could please not stay mad at me forever, can we go already." Andrea said as she entered the passenger seat at the front and fastened her seat belt. 

    "Lucky you, I can't stay annoyed at you for long and since we're celebrating you, so I'll let you off the hook this time. Get ready to have the best night of your life Annie" Elisa said with a smirk and a smile. Andrea knew what she has gotten herself into when she agreed to party with Elisa, She had the feeling she might regret it later.

     Not quite long they arrived at a club. Elisa lead the way while Andrea followed like the novice she was. Immediately they entered the club, Andrea stood there in surprise observing the club. The club pulsed with the thumping beat of the music, the air thick with the sweet, pungent scent of alcohol and the sweat of bodies pressed together on the dance floor. The flashing lights of the stage illuminated the writhing forms of a few scantily-clad dancers, their movements provocative and enticing. The atmosphere was electric, charged with the raw energy of revelry and hedonism. The smell of whiskey and beer hung heavy over the crowd, mingling with the musky scent of perfume and the sweet tang of cigarette smoke.

   As Andrea walked through the crowd, The music which felt like a living thing, a pulsing entity that seemed to reverberate through every cell of her body, was drawing her in with its irresistible rhythm.

    Elisa lead Andrea to the bar and drew out a seat for her .

    " Hello handsome, hope you won't mind spoiling my friend over here with what you have on your bar , go easy on her tho." Elisa said with a mischievous smile to the bartender who then turned to Andrea who was staring at Elisa wondering how they both became friends in the first place.

" sure ma'am, get ready to be flabbergasted " the bartender said with a smirk and a wink at Andrea. 

    Shortly after he started his performance With the drinks. With a flourish, the bartender grasped the metal shaker in one hand and the mixing glass in the other. He poured a generous measure of gin, a splash of freshly squeezed lime juice, a dash of simple syrup, and a handful of ice into the mixing glass. With a quick flick of the wrist, the contents of the mixing glass soared through the air, arcing gracefully into the shaker. He added a splash of elderflower liqueur and a dash of citrus bitters, then caught the shaker with a deft motion, the metal cups clinking together in a rhythmic beat as he shook the mixture with a fluid motion, the ice clinking and swirling in a mesmerizing dance. The sound of the shake was like music, a staccato beat that filled the air as the bartender expertly mixed the drink with a precision that was both art and science.

As the shake came to a finish, the bartender poured the chilled mixture into three chilled shot glasses, which he had carefully arranged on a gleaming silver tray. The transparent liquid glowed like diamonds in the light, its subtle fizz and aroma enticing the senses. With a graceful bow, he presented the tray to the two ladies, who gazed at the drinks with delight, their eyes sparkling with anticipation. They raised their glasses in a silent toast, and with a synchronized motion, they sipped the chilled elixir, their faces lighting up with pleasure as the flavors danced on their palates.

  After taking the shots, Andrea looked up at the bartender and said " this is really strong" as she tried to shake off the burning sensation in her chest. Her eyes began to wander the club when she saw a VIP section. Only two tables was occupied with men dressed in suit while a stripper entertained them. She ignored them and continued to drink. Not quite long she became extremely tipsy and could barely control herself. Her body began to flow to music beats. She didn't know when she moved to the dance floor.

Meanwhile Elisa had to use the bathroom. On her way to the bathroom she bumped into a guy. 

   "Hey watch wher….." the rest of her words trailed off when she looked up at the young man she bumped into. It was like she just met a god in human form. 

   " Sorry beautiful, I wasn't watching" Theo said to her almost laughing as he was amused with the way she starred at him like she has seen a god or something. 

    Elisa noticed how amused he was so she quickly regained composure and said

"No need for apologies pretty boy, next time watch where you're going else I won't let go next time" as she flung her long curly hair and walked away, not allowing him to say another word. 

    Theo stopped her as she was about to walk away 

"why don't you join me for a drink"

   "A….dr….ink " stammered as she was excited he was asking her for drink but at the same time she mustn't look like a loose 

   "What do you take me for, uhh, pretty boy?? I'm not some kind of loose girl. I know guys like you but trust me I won't fall for you just because you're pretty" she said blushing and trying as hard as she could to sound convincing. But pulled her closer to himself, with her hands on his chest and his warm breath caressing her face. He said to her;

  "You know what? I'll wait for you right outside the door and you're too pretty to act so tough. Mi Lady" 

  Elisa was too arouse by his warm masculine voice, his broad chest, his warm breath that she could speak but wish deep down she could only a night with him.

     Theo noticed how aroused she was and quickly let go of her because whatever  was happening her was being transferred to him also. As he wanted to her for himself for the night and not only that night but forever.

    "Be quick, don't keep me waiting " he said to her as he walked away.

   "OMGgggggg I need to hurry " Elisa didn't know when she said that. 

     For some reason Elisa was taking too long to come out.

   "What the f*uck does she take me for. A body guard or what" Theo said angrily, he was stuck between walking away and checking in on what she's up to. He tossed a coin ( head= walk away, tail= go in ). The coin landed on head but he still couldn't just walk away.

    "I guess you're also upset with her then" he said with a smirk as he went back in. Immediately he opened the door he saw Elisa cornered by two drunk men try to force themselves on her, all he felt at the sight of that was rage. Although that's against his principles, the rage he felt this time was nothing compared to what he felt if it was just any girl. 

    " hey bullies, why don't you let the pretty girl go" Theo said with a voice so cold that Elisa shivered in fear.

  " just who the f*uck do you think you are to give us orders " the first man said 

   "Yes, just go away calmly and we will spare your fancy life mr." the second man replied as he went back to tormenting poor Elisa .

     "So I guess we are doing it the hard way then" Theo said as he gently started taking off his accessories and coat. 

   "Don't run away pretty, let's quickly take care of this pest over there" the first man said as he walked towards Theo.

     In less than 10mins the guys were both beaten to a pulp. They couldn't say or do anything other than plead for their dear lives.

    "I never want to see your faces again and if I do ….. that will be the day you meet your maker. Now get lost!" He said with an emotionless voice to the guys who were already bleeding like they were in a car accident. He then turned to Elisa and smiled like nothing happened.

    "Wow, so that's how brave you can be pretty" he said to her with a hint of mockery in his voice. Elisa who was dumb founded to speak surprised Theo with a tight hug. 

      "Thank you Mr. Gorgeous…." She said her teary eyes and shaky voice. There and then Theo realized she wasn't as tough as she seems and seeing her so vulnerable before him makes him want to protect and stand as a support pillar for her.

    "Common common pretty, you shouldn't cry now else your makeup will get ruined." Theo said to her trying to cheer her up.

   "Is your offer for a drink still up Mr. Gorgeous?" Elisa asked as she wiped the tears from her eyes with his handkerchief.

    "Thought you would never ask" Theo said to her with warm smile as he lead her out of the restroom.

    Andrea on the other hand who was already on the dance floor started getting the attention from different men. A very masculine guy walked up to her and said 

   "Hello ma'am, my boss would love to have a word with you." Elisa having no control over her body, turned him down but couldn't fight back when he pulled carefully to the second occupied table in the VIP section where she was forced to seat with his boss. 

    "Just where the f*ck is Theo, these strip…." His words ended half way when he recognized the lady that was brought the VIP section. Liam sat quietly observing the table from across the room as his blood began to boil from anger and jealousy. 

    He quietly stood up and walked to the table and drew out a seat for himself without an invitation. One of the guards with the men on the table recognized him as The CEO of The Mickelson Enterprise but was too shocked to move an inch since he had a feeling that this guy wasn't here to extend a hand of friendship.

   "Hey you, what's giving you the right to seat on this table? Do you know who the f*ck I am?" A young boy probably in his early twenties spoke to Liam with full authority expecting him to shiver. 

   "Young sir,i don't think…."

   " Shut the f*ck up!! You're fired " the young guy yelled at the guard who recognized Liam. 

   On the other hand, Andrea was too intoxicated that she couldn't recognize Liam her boss. All she knew was maybe God sent him to save her from the cruelty of these men. Liam who was too angry to entertain them suddenly stood up and grab the young sir from his collar and threw him on floor after giving him two hefty punches. He stopped to remove his accessories since they were too expensive to get wasted on that little brat.

   As the guards approached him, They were immediately stopped by the one who recognized Liam. 

  "I'm not sure if you want to up a fight with Mr. Mickelson, the CEO of The Mickelson Enterprise." He said to his colleagues who suddenly froze when they knew who he was. 

   "Listen to be brat, the next time I see you that will be last day you breathe" Liam warned the young sir with a death glare after pinning him against the wall. He turned back and walked towards Andrea who has little to no idea of the drama that just happened. He then carried her in his arms as he walked out the room.

   "Come to my office tomorrow, I'll find you a job" he said to the guard who was just fired as he walked past him. The guard was so excited as it has always been he is dream to work for Mr. Mickelson

    "Andrea!!!" Elisa who was walking with Theo screamed and rushed toward her when she saw the state and position Andrea was in. 

   Liam and Theo raised a brow to each other askin what happened. Theo recognized the lady in his arms but he was confused to as how come. 

   "Andrea are you okay" Elisa asked her 

   "You worry too much girl, Mr. Superhero came through for me just in time so there's nothing to worry about and yes his arms are so muscular and the way he fought those guys, he went paw and dash and dishhh" Andrea said to Elisa with her cheeks all red from the way she remembered him and her dreamy eyes .

     "Andrea!!! You said that aloud !!!" Elisa said as she felt a little embarrassed for her.

    "Get the car T" Liam said to Theo who just smiled at the Andrea.

  "The car??? Myself and Andrea can help ourselves back home , you've both helped us enough alre…." Elisa's speech was cut short by Theo who pulled her away immediately 

  " why tf did you do that?" Elisa asked in frustration as she went with Theo to get the car

  " I'm pretty sure you don't want to upset him more than he is already, just let him do that and yes if it would make your mind at ease, we aren't gonna kidnap you." Theo said to her 

  " okay pretty boy, since you saved me and he saved her I'll let things be. But know this if I let you drop us off we no longer owe you and your friend for saving us" Elisa said to him as she was back to usual self. Theo on the other was too short of words that all he could do was nod and smile.

   Shortly afterward the car arrived with Theo on the driver's seat and the Elisa at the front seat while Liam and Andrea sat at the back seat. The car was silent was a while before Elisa asked about the her car.

  "Don't worry we will have it sent to your apartment by morning " Theo assured her 

  Meanwhile, Andrea who was barely conscious leaned on Liam and her hands started to explore Liam's chest. He didn't know what to do with her as his body was reacting to her touch. 

  " so hard… " she murmured 

    Slowly,her hands moved started moving down to his packs and his belly button. With her touch and everything, he found it hard to control the urge to devour her. As her hands went further down, he stopped her and raised her face. He stared into her pleading gray eyes and was lost in her eyes for a while. Slowly his gaze shifted to her burning red cheeks then her heart shaped lips. He wanted to kiss her so bad but she was his employee and can't be found having an affair with her even tho it's just a got a night. Andrea on the other hand was as aroused from the alcohol given to her at the vip section that her nipple was hard and visible through her dress, the way he looked at made her wish he would eat her up. 

   About 15mins the car came to a stop which quickly snapped Liam out from his world of imagination.Elisa got down from the car and rushed quickly to the back to help Andrea get out. 

   "See you at the office tomorrow Andrea Smith" Liam said to her as the car the drove off. Elisa immediately recognized the face as Mr. Mickelson, Andrea's boss. She felt sorry for Andrea as she had no idea what happened and who she was with.

   "Sh*t it's 2am" Elisa said when she looked at the wall clock in Andrea's room.

    "I guess I would be spending the night here then" she said as she laid down beside Andrea who was long gone.