Alexa hummed a song as she pushed her shopping cart.
She is moving in with Violet today and she decided to shop some necessary groceries and items.
Her pink bunny flip flops made squeaky sounds as she walked.
Her eyes suddenly caught sight of her favorite mango punch, Fizzles.
It's quite rare in this neighborhood.
But seeing it here now, sparks a great joy in her.
She licked her lips, already savouring the imaginary taste as she walked to it.
It was the last one left .
Just as she grabbed it, another hand touched the drink almost immediately and she looked up immediately, ready to throw a fit but her gaze softened when she recognized the person.
"Long time no see, Alexa" Bryan said slowly, as he smiled warmly.
"B-B..."
"It's Bryan" he sad, flashing a smile and Alexa chuckled.
"Sorry, I forgot your name. Really nice to run into you again Bryan." Alexa said, their hands were still locked on the drink.
Neither of them making any plans to let go.
The receptionist stared at them confused.
"Can you let go? I want to pay for my drink" Alexa said, through her teeth.
"Your drink?" Bryan said as he laughed.
"Didn't see your name on it" he said and Alexa scoffed.
"My hand touched it first" she said, glaring at him.
"Mine touched it with just a millisecond difference" he argued, not giving up.
"Millisecond or not, I touched it first.Act like a gentleman" she said, rolling her eyes.
"I'm not a gentleman." he smirked.
His phone rang in his pocket and he reached for it, removing his hands from the drink to pick the call.
Alexa smiled widely and quickly paid for the drink.
She opened the can and took a sip, exhaling as her tongue welcomed the cold, refreshing taste.
"Okay sir." Bryan said to the phone and turned, only to see Alexa with the drink, smacking her lips satisfactorily.
"Always thought you were this cute gentle girl" he said, chuckling.
"You're still cute though" he muttered but Alexa didn't hear what he said.
"Sorry to burst your bubble, drink snatcher." she said and left the counter to continue her shopping.
"Did you just call me a drink snatcher" he grimaced as he followed her.
She stuck her tongue out and he laughed.
"Do you also want to do some shopping?" she asked him.
"Yeah, I need to restock." he said and she nodded.
"Okay then. See you around." she said and went to the counter to pay.
Before she could bring out her card, Bryan already gave his to the receptionist.
"I'm paying." he said.
"You don't need to. I already planned myself. Let me pay" she said but he insisted.
"Total cost is one thousand five hundred dollars" the receptionist said.
"See why I told you not to bother. I bought quite a lot" she said, looking at the items she purchased.
"You don't have to bother." he said and the receptionist handed the card back to him, after deducting the pay.
"Thanks a lot. I really appreciate" she said.
"See you some other time" she waved and left.
*
Violet smiled, looking at the room she arranged.
She and Alexa had shared the work, so it won't be a burden to either of them.
She does the cleaning and arranging, while Alexa does the shopping and cooking.
Although not big, the house has a living room, two rooms for she and Alexa.
Though they planned to sleep in the same room most times. It also has a kitchen and a bathroom.
It was really cool to have separate rooms too as one would at a point or the other need one's privacy.
Her room was painted with white and a polka dot touch on the wall with lilac painting, giving the room a nice and beautiful view.
As for Alexa's room, it was painted with pink and some touch of white.
Alexa is a big fan of pink; it's no surprise that she asked for her room to be painted this way.
The painter was related to Alexa, so it didn't cost them much.
Despite it's modest size, the house felt remarkably cozy.
Violet moved around, proud of her work and grateful for the opportunity to work in Starlight.
Just then, Alexa came in with shopping bags.
"Look who's back" Violet said as she helped her with the bags.
"Wow, this place looks amazing." Alexa complimented as she sat on a sofa.
"Thank goodness for the new job you got. Though I don't still know the exact place." Alexa said, pouting.
Violet told her she suddenly got a job at a nice place and she had rejoiced with her.
But anytime she asks Violet of the name of the company, she usually diverts the conversation.
Violet knew should be proud of where she's working, but she isn't.
She knew that she's not there with pure intentions and if Alexa should get to know that she now works with Adrian, as his secretary, she's going to be so shocked.
"Don't freak out or be too surprised when I tell you ." she said.
"Of course. I know the place would be one great place, since you refrained from telling me." Alexa said.
"I'm sorry for not telling you earlier." Violet apologized.
"It's fine, don't worry." Alexa said.
"Now tell me; where exactly are you working?" Alexa pushed.
"You know Starlight right?" Violet said, slowly.
"Who doesn't know Starlight? Such a funny question.
Quit talking about Starlight and answer my question " Alexa said.
Violet tucked her hair behind her ear, hesitantly.
Alexa's eyes narrowed playfully. "Come on, Vi, what's the big deal? You're being super mysterious."
"Fine. I'll tell you"
"I now work in Starlight" she said and Alexa paused.
"You are joking, right?" Alexa said, not believing her.
Tell an ordinary man that you are working in Starlight and you'll be seen as a mini celebrity.
Even if you are gateman at the company, it's more prestigious than a full time worker in other companies.
"I'm not lying. I now work there" Violet said, bringing her work ID from her purse and Alexa eyes widened.
"You work at Starlight" she repeated, shocked.
"OMG!" she exclaimed.
"It's not a fake ID right?" she asked as she almost couldn't believe her eyes.
"Of course not" Violet chuckled.
"I just tried my luck and I was accepted. I didn't know how to tell you because I know you would be so shocked." she explained.
"There's another shocker on the way" Violet said and Alexa eyes blazed with interest.
"I work directly with Adrian. I'm his secretary." she said and it was like time stopped for Alexa.
"You work with who?" she asked again, probably she didn't hear her well.
"Adrian. The C.E.O of Starlight" she said slowly and unexpectedly,
"Wow!" Alexa exclaimed.
"Violet, how did you land a job at Starlight? With Adrian of all people?" She took a deep breath, processing the news. " This is huge Vi! I'm proud of you"
"Girl, we'll continue the arrangement later. We need to celebrate" she said, dragging Violet outside.
*
Adrian held his head in pain as images of blood flashed in his head.
He groaned, clutching on to his clothes.
He was trembling visibly.
His head was banging with ache and he struggled to reach his phone.
With difficulties, he reached it and called Bryan.
Bryan's voice sounded from the other end.
"Did you miss me that much?You haven't even given me a proper welcome, since I came back to Australia." he said but stopped when he didn't hear Adrian's voice.
"Adrian? Are you there?" he asked.
"B-Br-yan" Adrian called weakly. "It hurts, It hurts so much"
Bryan eyes widened, knowing what Adrian is facing.
"Is your antidote close to you? Use it. Try to reach it." Bryan admonished worriedly on the phone.
"It's fi-finished" Adrian said.
"F*ck" he cursed.
This isn't a time to ask him why he didn't get another one when it finished.
"Adrian, I am not currently around. Where I am is quite far from your place. Should I call Sasha?" he asked.
"No. Don't call her" he said weakly and Bryan ruffled his hair.
This was why he always tell Adrian to employ maids in his house.
But he wouldn't listen.
"Which other person knows your house?"
"Vi-Violet" he said.
"Hang in there" Bryan said and hurriedly ended the call.
He called Violet immediately.
"Good evening sir." Violet answered.
"Violet, this isn't a time for formalities. I need your help" he said and Violet could hear the haste and worry in his voice.
"I'll be happy to help" she replied.
"You know Adrian's house, right?" he asked and Violet paused.
"Yes sir" she answered.
"Thank goodness. I need you to do something for Adrian. It's a matter of life and death" he said worriedly.
"I'm going to send a picture to you right now. I need you to please help me get it from the pharmacy and take it to Adrian.
I would send you enough money now" he said and ended the call.
Almost immediately, he sent the money and picture of the drug.
He called her back and she picked up.
"Please Violet. Help Adrian" he said.
She was already planning to sleep when the call came in. She quickly changed and tapped Alexa.
"I'm need to go somewhere urgently. I'll be back soon" she said and quickly left, before Alexa could protest.
She got to Adrian's house, Bryan had already given her the passcode.
She hurriedly went upstairs and saw him sprawled on the floor, shaking.
She quickly went to him and bent down.
She gasped when she felt his temperature.
"I'm here now, okay" she said and quickly gave him the drug.
She helped him to the bed and quickly went to get cold water and towel.
She came back with it and pressed her lips together.
She knew she had to take off his shirt, if she wanted to use the cold water on him.
She gulped as she undid the first button.
"Focus, Violet." she said inwardly, closing her eyes as she undid the remaining buttons.
She finally opened her eyes and she couldn't help but stare at his toned abs.
"Violet,please focus"she told herself and started dabbing the towel in cold water and pressing it against his body to reduce the temperature.
When she was done, she made to stand up from the bed but Adrian pulled her back and she fell directly on him, her body in contact with his bare chest.
She opened her eyes widely and made to get up.
"Don't go. Stay here with me" he said subconsciously. Falling asleep, with her snuggled in his arms.