Xander chuckled, this was hilarious, but relevant. 'You have a unique energy base and for you to gain a spot at OxyamCorp, you must have been among the best at university.'
Shanazer was surprised by Xander's answer. It caused Shanazer to have a different perspective on Xander. She smiled harmoniously, 'If you say so, enough of me. What about you, Mister Blake?'
'Call me Xander, it sounds better. Hum I studied accounts and business administration. For now, I am working for my father, but I would like to start my own businesses. Accumulate a lot of money because money is power and I don't like to be powerless. I would also like to build an orphanage, become a philanthropist and do good in general. Money gives you the freedom to express yourself more freely and effortlessly.' Shanazer was astonished by Xander. Her admiration of him went a step higher.
'Wow! You have just described my dream, Xander. I would like to build an orphanage as well. And, of course, I can't substitute money if one has to do great deeds.'
Xander was pleased to hear Shanazer's vision of the future. He knew from within that she was genuine, and she was not trying to please him. Xander likes this type of personality. It's the authenticity that drew her closer to him.
'I guess we have things in common.'
'Yes we do.' Shanazer agreed.
The chatting was so exhilarating that they found themselves at Veena Electronics.
They went into the hardware store, picked up all the things on the list, they were about to pay when an old lady whispered to her friend, 'this couple is heavenly matched, just look at the chemist they possess.'
'Young love is the most amazing thing one needs to experience.' Replied the friend.
Shanazer blushed, her chicks turned reddish, she wanted to sink her body into the ground. Unfortunately, there was no hole in the ground. Xander pretended to be indifferent, he took out his V card, pushed it into the payment machine. The payment was successful, they got the receipt, and they started moving toward the exit when another couple gossiped. 'Look at this young love, aren't they cute? They remind me of our youth, that feeling is thrilling.' The man seemed emotional before he could comment, 'Yes, darling. I applaud them, they have refreshed my hidden memories. I feel young again.'
They passed the exit leaving the people murmuring, before they could enter the car, '
Cynthia nagged Cathy Williams, 'Cathy look! Is that not the filthy Shanazer?'
'Its definitely her. She has now become an escort? My goodness, she has no shame.' Said Bianca.
'Damn! She is more than pathetic, she is not even shy?' They laughed hysterically to the point of attracting the attention of passers-by.
Xander turned and followed Cathy. He confronted her, 'What did you say?'
Cathy Williams was stunned by Xander's elegance and how handsome he looked. 'I, l, didn't, say, anything?' Stammered Cathy Williams.
Xander's eyes were bloodshot the moment he questioned Cathy and her team.
Shanazer intervened, 'Xander, forget about them, let's go?'
Xander sensed that they had bullied her and he hated bullies.
'Don't ever say anything like that to her, is that clear?'
Cathy Williams and her crew nodded their heads, they knew that they couldn't afford to offend him because of the car he was driving and the horror he was releasing. It clearly told them that he was not a person to triumph with.
Shanazer was extremely happy that someone cared enough to the point of defending her dignity for the first time in her life.
Cathy Williams and her crew froze to death as if snow had fallen on them.
Shanazer and Xander got in the car and drove off.
On the way, Xander inquired, 'Shanazer, how do you know them?'
'We go to the same university.
'Oh, I see.' He looked thoughtful.
Time passed so fast. Shanazer was already working and within two hours she was done. Miss Emily Granger came back to check the progress. She is full of spirit and lively. Shanazer did not know what was the cause of all that. 'Is the work finished already?'
Shanazer gestured with her hand, 'See for yourself.' Miss Emily Granger's eyes lit up. Boosting her happy mood even further. She went on to examine all the cameras. They functioned effectively. 'Great job, Miss Athens.' Shanazer was concerned about how miss Emily Granger addressed her. 'Call me Shanazer and thank you.'
Miss Emily Granger was the oldest employee at Sensation Blue Hotel and Mrs Blake had vested her trust in her so much, and she was the manager of the general workers. 'I will inform Mrs Blake about this development.' She drew out her phone from her pocket, dialed Mrs Blake's number. It rang three times and on the fourth count she picked it up. She seemed calm but walking fast. 'Hello Emily?'
'Mum, the Network Video Recorder system and the cameras are back in their operational state.'
'Has she done a good job?'
'Yes mum.' From Miss Emily Granger one could tell that it was a job well done.
'Wait for me, I am almost there.' Three minutes later, Mrs Blake entered the server room. Her eyes focused on the new changes, impressed by the work done there, after thoroughly reviewing them, 'Is everything back to normal?' The question was targeted at Miss Emily Granger. 'Yes mum.'
Mrs Blake now twisted her concentration at Shanazer, she gazed directly at her.
'Great work, Miss Athens, is that right?' She asked to verify Shanazer's surname if she got it right.
'Yes, mum.'
'How much?'
Shanazer weighed her options. Two thousand coins would do great for her. Will she agree? She debated. She had to trade carefully to preserve a long-lasting business relationship, therefore, setting a price tag was a bit of a trick. 'Two thousand coins, mum?' Shanazer's eyes locked with Mrs Blake's. As she anticipated what was going to be her response. Patiently examined her body language.
Mrs Blake's response was a command in Shanazer's ears. 'I will give you one thousand seven hundred coins. Come back tomorrow and join Olivia and Levy.'
Shanazer found this to be a fair deal. She couldn't argue.
'Thank you very much Mum.'
'Pass through the account office.' She ordered Shanazer.
Mrs Blake gave her dim grin, turned and worked out of the room. It was a new day for Shanazer, from twelve coins to one thousand, five hundred. Happiness filled her entire body, it was difficult to express how she felt.
'I have to go now, miss Emily Granger. Thank you for everything.'
Miss Emily Granger beamed sparingly, 'Not yet, Shanazer, food has been arranged for you at the restaurant. Please follow me?' After having a sumptuous meal, Shanazer found herself on her way home. She had come early, leaving Olivia behind because Olivia had to work the whole night shift. Shanazer decided to go home running when she encountered some street hijackers, 'Hey! Girl, aren't you scared of moving at this hour of the night?' A crew of seven men and three women surrounded her.