The golden morning sun lighting up the dark clouds. The rays pierced through Nessa's room to her face.
This disturbed her sleep jolting her awake.
"Do I have to work? Why do I have to wake up early". Falling with her face on her pillow she yelled. A call interrupted her thoughts.
" Good morning" . She rubbed her eyes yawning. Her legs crossed as she sat on the bed.
"It's Blake ."
Her mouth wide open, cold shivers running through her spine .
" Good.. good morning. How…are ..are"
" Cat cut your tongue?"
"No…no not.."
" Here we go again "
Red blush crept around her cheeks and ears.
" Straight to business" his cold voice rang.
" If you have decided to resume work. I guess you should be early. I hate my workers late."
The sound of late made Nessa's throat tighten.
" Sure. Sure. Im fully dressed and about to leave "
"See you at work" he hung up.
Panic setting in, Nessa jumped from the bed to get ready. Quickly assessing her wardrobe she picked a back fitting gown and a pair of black heels to match with it .
In no time she brushed her teeth and had her bath. Slipping into the gown and heels she stared at the mirror. Her light makeup and her flat hair complimented the dress.
" That was a quick one. Still have time." Grabbing her bag she left the house"
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" You can do this Nessa." Taking in a heavy breath she walked into the office.
Walking into the office her heels clicked on the tiled floor. Some stared with admiration in their eyes and some with jealousy and anger.
Rachael's eyes filled with jealousy her eyes narrowing.
" it's funny how you have the nerve to show up. Haven't you done enough. Charlie got fired because of you today and now?; you are here to take his place. Something is going on between the boss and you. I can sense it . I'll get to the bottom of this "
The female workers were quietly supporting Racheal. They never liked Nessa.
She walked menacingly towards Nessa.
Rachael was one tall glass of wine. She was very beautiful. Her cat eyes and black hair made her look daring.
She was brought in by Charlie to get a job.
With Blake stepping into the office, everyone retreated.
" Good morning Boss" . Everyone greeted him
" Good morning everyone. Briefly I have a short announcement. Renee is now the new PA"
" We weren't surprised anyways." Rachael murmured
Blake ears turned red hearing that.
" Who said that! Who said that!!" Blake's voice thundered echoing the room.
No one said a word. Rachael stayed put shaking like a leaf. This gave her away
" So it's you."
" Huh?" Her eyes widening in fear.
He walked over to where she was, looking down at her.
" Look at me!!"
Still scared, she bent her face to the floor.
Forcefully he pulled her chin up. Her eyes darting from the end quickly in fear.
" This is my company. I hire and fire people as I please. No one darres disrespect me. And the people who did,s ome didn't live to tell the story. I'll spare you one last time because of Charlie your couz. Try this again and you'll pay" he forcefully dropped her chin. She staggered to get her balance .
" This goes as a warning to everyone of you. If you behave like her, you might not get lucky to be giving a second chance. Return to your duties?!"
He walked to the elevator. Nessa rushing behind him. The elevator almost closing in on her
" Phew that was a close one".
" You were waiting for me to ask you to follow me. You are a clown"
" You'll mind the way you talk to me. I'm only doing you a favor coming here.
" Favour? You are working. I'll pay you what favor is it you speak of. You know what you can leave. I'll hire someone else. Someone more competent and experienced too".
Nessa frowned. Her ears turning red. It was just her first day and she felt like leaving already.
Leaning over, he whispered into her ears "You look stunning by the way" .
Her face lit up in embarrassment, her cheeks so red that they could burst. Blake always showed different attitude. He could be nice and scary later on .
" We are here. Your office is on the right. Beside mine. I made the office more feminine. I hope you like it. I'll call you when I need you understood?"
" Yes sir"
"It's Blake or Boss. Get that right "
" Okay boss"
"Bye "
With that he turned to his office.
Stepping into the office nessa's eye widened in surprise. A nice floral scent filled the room . Her favorite kind of smell.
Everything in the room was done to her taste. The paintings , the arrangement. Everything
But how did he know what she liked?
She thought to herself
The soft oceanic blue colored walls gave a soft calm feeling. Her desk made from rich mahogany and an antique standing in the middle.
There was a book collection lined with classic novels documentaries, self help books in the custom built shelf.
The fresh flowers dance d lazily in the vase lightening the room with its light colors
" This is more than office. It's a glamor" she screamed holding her face with her hands.
She barely knew him but he knew almost everything about her. Was this still the Blake everyone feared?.
Her thoughts were interrupted by the buzz from her phone. It was a message.
" Hey do you remember me?"
Her heart beat dropped. Her hands shook.
" It's you the nude bastard" her shaky hands typed.
" Glad to know you have a sharp memory. I thought to send this to you"
Another nude video of her and Mason was dropped.
Nessa's jaw dropped her eyes tearing.
" How many do you have"
" You sure don't want to know"
" Who are you and what do you want?'
" Who I am is none of your business! I'll tell you what I want later. I just came to remind you about myself"
" Do you want money?"
" Money?. We know you are broke. Have a nice time enjoying your new PA job with the Almighty Blake Leslie"
Nessa couldn't breathe. Her face turned pale. Her hands turned white.
" Who could this be" she muttered to herself. She was unpopular. She shouldn't have any enemies.
The land telephone rang
" Reneè , I need you in my office right now" Blake ordered.
Adding a touch of blush to her pale face she matched to Blake's office.
Knock knock
" Come in" his head buried in the paper he was reading
" so Reneè" he looked up from the report.
" Are you okay Miss?" she looked pale
" Yes sir I'm perfectly fine. Just a little headache "
Nessa tried comporting herself. She had a pounding headache. Her eyes felt they could close soon. She felt dizzy. Her knees wobbled. They couldn't support her weight anymore.
" I am fine sirrr…I " her vision blurry she fell to the ground.
" Reneé…Reneé" Blake shouted . He held the unconscious Nessa in his eyes.
Old memories flashed through.
" Tessa!! Tessa!!".
He shouted gently carrying her to the couch.
" Jeff I'm coming right to the hospital?"
" Okay. But are you fine? "
" Yes I am. But Renee…"
" What happened to her?"
" Honestly I don't know what happened. I don't know how how …and..and"
" Blake relax. Bring her to the hospital. Im waiting"
Swiftly Blake carried Nessa in his arms downstairs.The workers looked shock as Blake carried an unconscious Nessa in his arms. They had never seen this side of their boss before. A face of worry..
Gently he placed Nessa in his car and called the driver.
" I need you in my office right now" he ordered
" Okay sir. Should I come with the other car?"
" No…yes.. Yes come with "
" Boss is everything okay?"
" Stop asking me questions and get your ass here in the next 15 minutes he hung up."
The driver arrived as ordered.
The nurse placed Nessa carefully on the stretcher wheeling her into the ward .
"Be careful with her" he spoke to no nurse in particular.
"She'll be fine," Jeff reassured Blake.
The diagnosis took an hour leaving Blake in panic. Finally Jeff came out of the ward beckoning Blake to his office
" She experienced a shock . Her body couldn't control it hence the collapse. The drip will stabilise her"
" I hope she'll be fine" Blake asked with concern etched on his face.
" Sure she will. She just needs rest". Jeff replied.
" Can I see her now?" Blake asked
Jeff nodded " sure let's go"
Blake entered the ward, his eyes fixed on Nessa. She lay motionless with drips on both hands. He gently patted her head
" Get well soon assistant"
Just then Mason barged into the ward , a petite nurse rushing behind him
" Im sorry doctor Jeff but he wouldn't listen to me"
" It's okay you can go"
" Young man his can I help you" Jeff intervened
" What are you doing here?" Blake asking his teeth clenched
Mason charging towards Blake
" You bastard, what did you do to her? I told her not to go back to that job but she never listened. You are a monster! "
" Get out of here now!!" Blake shouted
Jeff stepping in the middle of the two men
" Both of you can't do this here. You both have to settle your issues outside."
" No, this idiot has to leave. I'll mannered fool" Blake shot back
" It's not over yet. I'll be back" Mason left his voice echoing the walls of the hospital
Blake's eye returned to Nessa.
" I'll take care of Reneé. Let me settle things with that animal"
Blake stormed out of the hospital ward. He met Mason pacing outside. His face, red like chilli.
" You've got some nerves" he said when he got to Mason.
" No, you are the one with the nerves. You hurt her and then bring her to the hospital feigning pity."
" What are you talking about, how do you know she's here?"
" You are surprised. I know everything. I know you have no good intentions towards her".
" I care about her, Mason. She works for me and…" Blake paused. He couldn't tell Blake he had a strange feeling towards Mason.
" And what?"
There was silence.
" I expected nothing. I'll let her know who you truly are when she wakes."
" Jealousy " Blake muttered
"What?"
You are jealous. You have always been jealous of me, my accomplishments. You are hurt and jealous because despite your hard work I get what you have and more with ease" this struck Mason.
Menacingly he walked to Blake standing nose to nose with him .
" That's enough of what's wrong with you. Please take your issues outside my hospital. This can be happening in hospital grounds."
Blake took Jeff to a corner.
" Mason has an issue with me but I won't let it affect Reneé "
" Be careful Blake Mason is not one to joke with"
Blake clenching his jaw" I can handle him"
" I'm reporting this to the hospital security. I can't be having incidents like this is in my hospital"
" Im so sorry. I am ready to abide by the rules."
Jeff nodded slightly heading to the security office .
Nurse Theresa one of the oldest and experienced nurses walked up to Blake .
" Good day" she greeted politely.
"Good day" he said coldly
" Im sorry to prove but what's going on between you and that man there"
" It's personal matters. I won't disturb the hospital anymore " Blake replied icily
"I hope so. We noticed somethings earlier about the young man. Earlier on he was asking medical information about your friend"
" That's not right. I need to let Jeff know this "
" Hold on Mr Blake " Mrs Patel the hospital administrator appeared with two security guards.
" Good day Mr Blake "
" Good day to you. How can I help you?"
" One Mason filed a complaint against you on harassment or intimidation."
" What? How's that possible?!"
" We'll have to investigate the matter from today "
" That's good "
" But in the meantime, you are not allowed to visit the patient "
" Excuse you?"
Im afraid it's hospital policy. We can't allow such disturbances in the hospital "
As security escorted Blake off the premises, he spotted Mason smiling afar with a sinister smile etched on his face.
" I promise you you would regret this"Blake cursed under his breath.
Mrs Patel walked with the guards towards Mason.
" I'm afraid Mr Mason you have to leave too"
" Wait, why do I have to leave? I am the one who filed a case. "
" It's protocol . Both parties have to leave the hospital grounds. Plus you have not been in good behaviour since you got here . Asking for personal records of a patient. Guards see him out! " Mrs Patel ordered with a tone of finality.
With anger, Mason stormed out of the hospital.
Mason smiled in his car as Mason was driven out.
His phone buzzed.
" Hey Jeff"
"Hey bro. I am sorry about today. I had to follow protocol. Some patients were getting scared"
" Hope nothing got out to the press"
" Nothing of that sort. I took care of everything "
" Good. I'm deploying security to the hospital tomorrow. I want the security heightened. That mad man needs to be kept far away from her."