Today I went to the office according to my plan yesterday. Seven o'clock. Luckily Jayde didn't wake up late even though last night it seemed like he spent longer on the balcony. But who cares about the trouble, as long as he does his job well, it doesn't matter if he wants to stay longer on the balcony.
"Did Rachel wake you up today?"
I glanced at him in the rearview mirror to engage him in conversation. Jayde met my eyes through the rearview mirror while occasionally rolling his eyes to the streets of Cleveland, which were not too busy this morning. Ahh... I like to go to office early. The main road to my office is very quiet, and without traffic at all.
"No. Why are you suddenly asking? In all the time we've been dating, Rachel has never set foot in my room."
"Seriously? I think your relationship is very close. Yesterday I asked her to wake you up early because today I went to office early. What have you actually done so far? You've never even kissed Rachel."
"Holding each other's hands. Ivy, you're overly complicating your own life by thinking about the standards people date. Even though you should only need to enjoy every moment without having to follow the trend that is currently taking place. Try to do romantic things with Axel, according to what you like. It will definitely be more fun than you following other people's dating styles that may not match your and Axel's personalities."
Owhh... turns out this guy is quite wise, at certain times I think. Usually Jayde will only show his stupid side which is very annoying. In a day, at least once, Jayde would make me so mad at him.
"I'll try your advice. But by the way, I never felt anything when I was close to Axel. Such as feeling nervous, heart pounding hard, or other strange feelings. Is it normal for that to happen?"
Jayden frowned. He was probably confused by the questions I asked him because they were a bit complicated. Instead of answering my question, Jayde turned the steering wheel into my office yard and pulled on the brake lever.
"We've arrived Ivy. And about your question, I will answer it later." He said calmly while holding back a laugh.
Was he purposely trying to piss me off? Damn it! Jayde is indeed an annoying guy of all time who loves to watch me suffer because he withholds answers to my questions.
"Hahaha... okay, thanks Jayde. You suck!" I said sarcastically while slamming the car door hard.
Tsk, that guy always manages to make me look so stupid in front of him. While that may actually be true, I'm stupid, and I have absolutely no experience when it comes to romance. My goodness... what exactly have I been doing all this time? How come I never fall in love with someone or go on a date?
"Good morning Miss Ivy Milano?"
I looked to my right and found a man standing leaning against the reception desk. From his face he looks like a dangerous alligator. He was wearing a blue striped shirt and a plain navy tie that was perfectly tied around his neck. He pushed his back away from the reception desk and walked over to me who was still standing in front of the lobby door.
"Yes, good morning. You—"
"I am Alscot Silas. Aren't we going to have a meeting to discuss cooperation between Star Corp and Silas Corp as previously planned?"
"Ooh yes. Please come with me to my room, Mr. Silas. By the way welcome to Cleveland, Ohio. I hope you enjoy your time here."
Geez, what's wrong with me today? I suddenly felt nervous being stared at so intensely by Alscot Silas. Does that mean I like Alscot Silas? My heart is pounding really fast now. Tsk, such stupid thoughts? Remember Ivy, you've been betrothed to Axel Krueger!
"Ms. Milano, before that I would like to thank you because you are willing to fulfill my request to have a meeting earlier than the office's operational time."
"Oh that's not a problem at all. I actually like being able to go to the office earlier when the air outside is still very fresh. And most importantly, there is no traffic jam at all when I leave early."
"Pleased to hear it. Watch out!"
Alscot Silas suddenly grabbed my hand and held me really tight when a cleaning service man with his hands full of trash bags almost bumped into me. God, I almost would have been showered with that disgusting trash if Alscot hadn't pulled me. Ahh but our position that is so close like this makes my heart flutter again. It's really very hard to stop the strange pounding I feel.
"You okay?"
"I-I'm fine. Don't worry. Just surprised."
"I'm sorry, Ms. Milano. I was very careless and paid no attention to you."
The cleaning service immediately bowed deeply in front of me and said sorry many times.
"It's okay, next time please be more careful."
I ordered the cleaning service to return to work without prolonging the problem. Besides, I wasn't hurt at all. It's just that the performance of my heart is not fine. Does this mean I like Alscot Silas?
"Thank you for your help Mr. Silas. I really admire the reflexes you have."
"Nevermind. A woman as beautiful as you deserves to be protected."
Suddenly I felt my cheeks blush and my heart beat quicken. This is actually not my first experience getting flattery like this, but somehow the flattery from Alscot Silas made me turn out to be weird like this. Even I don't feel like this when I'm with Axel. Could it be that I really liked Alscot Silas? Ahh... I have to contact Jayde immediately after this, he has to take responsibility for all my weirdness today.
"Please come in, Mr. Silas."
"Thank you."
I chose not to respond to his compliments and chose to focus on our work matters. This should not be allowed to continue to drag on in my feelings because I shouldn't feel fluttered by another man when I already have a fiancé who really loves me. Oh, did Axel Krueger really love me? I don't know.
Wow, you really have good taste Ms. Milano. Your room is very elegant."
"Thanks very much. I deliberately designed my room as comfortable as possible so that I would be comfortable working here. You know for certain that working in an office sometimes makes us bored."
I motioned for Alscot to sit down on one of the sofas while I prepared some documents on my desk. But I saw that the man didn't move towards the sofa, but followed me towards my table.
"I shouldn't have put off this partnership long ago." Alscot stopped beside me. His index finger moves across my desk, as if he's checking whether it's dusty or not.
"What happened then? Didn't Silas Corp almost cooperate with our company when my dad was in control of this project. Why did you cancel it then?"
"There is a bit of a problem in Canada. I wasn't interested before I read your profile and saw what a beautiful Star Corp heir was. Just like the rumors I often hear in business circles."
Panic began to course through my body as Alscot's muscular body began to crush me until I was cornered near my desk. What's with this man? He insolently pressed his crotch into the crook of my ass and made me feel something hard there. Oh shit!
Sorry Mr. Silas, please take a seat on the sofa and please give me room to move around."
"Why the rush, Ivy? We can spend some time having fun for a while before starting this partnership. Isn't it still too early for work? People out there won't know if we're having fun in here," he whispered right in my ear.
I tried to push his chest away. But this damn guy suddenly grabbed my waist and his right hand pushed my nape closer towards him! God, what should I do with this pervert? He will kiss me!