CHAPTER 10

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Belle's POV :

It was Monday. Ughh.

After spending my weekend talking with my parents and trying to decipher what Mr.Agnello was implying, I realised that I was not going to get any answers. The only thing I was sure of getting was hair loss from pulling at them so much. One good thing that came out of this weekend was that, I found a great place just 15 mins walk from the office, so I moved out on Sunday. Getting up, I took a shower, thoroughly cleansing myself, as I had not bathed the day before.

Ahem.

I dressed myself in a white shirt, with a black blazer and trousers and flats. Walking down the street, I enjoyed the weather. The sun was high in the sky, with a gust of wind, once a while. There were leaves adorning the road. Fall was approaching, a slight chill in the air. Wrapping my blazer tightly around my torso, I visited starbucks, just around the corner of my office. Ordering a latte, I took it and went towards the company, ready to start another day.

I was sitting, in my cubicle, doing my usual editing work , when Mr. Hannigan, walked in.

" Good morning, Belle."

" Morning, Mr.Hannigan. Is there anything you need ?" I asked.

" Yes, actually. I need you to clear your desk by noon. The 50th floor is about to be re- modeled from today so some occupants will be joining us on our floor. I hope you don't mind sharing your work space with me", Mr. Hannigan explained.

"Of course not, sir. I'll wrap up everything before lunch.", I replied.

"That will be great. Thanks", he smiled.

"No problem."

Going back to my work, I completed the required editing before I started on my desk. There wasn't much to clear out. Just some work files, my pen cup holder, and a photo frame of me and my parents. Quickly clearing everything up , I settled down in the place Mr.Hannigan assigned me, which was a table set in the corner of his large room. As long as Mr.Hannigan was going to be occupant of this office, I had no issue whatsoever. Working with him for these days has made me comfortable around him. His 5'8'' height, almost as same as me, makes him much more approachable than a particluar 6'4'' giant.

*cough* Eros *cough*

Soon lunch rolled in, and a lot of people suddenly crowded the floor, carrying their boxes of belongings with them. Thankfully, no one occupied Mr.Hannigan's office.

"Belle, you can go have lunch now. I'll call you if there is anything to be done", Mr. Hannigan told me.

" Sure, sir", I replied. He nodded.

Taking my lunch with me, I joined Eliza in the cafeteria. Today, it was carbonara. Finishing my homemade sandwich and enjoying her husband's yet another delicacy, I was finally done.

"My stomach is bloated, Eliza. I think I may roll to my office", I huffed.

"Oh, hush. Children these days don't eat at all, they want to be as thin as a telephone pole", she muttered.

"I swear, Eliza, you are worst than my mother in these things", I laughed.

Slowly walking back towards the office, I was humming softly under my breath, when I saw someone blocking the office door. By someone I mean a 6'4'' giant. I immediately stopped in my tracks.

Eros freaking Agnello !!!

What was he doing here ?

Oh don't tell me, even his office is going to be re- modeled ?

I hope he's just here to talk with Mr.Hannigan.

"Oh, Belle. You came back. I was just informing Mr. Agnello that you would be occupying this room as well", Mr.Hannigan smiled, as if everything was peachy.

But its not !!! I was hyperventilating now !!!

"Uh, sir, this is your cabin right. Shouldn't you be the one to occupy it ?", I asked calmly, but on the inside there was a zoo in my stomach.

" You are right, Ms. Everstark."  It was Mr.Agnello who spoke.

" But seeing as I am the CEO and that this is the biggest room on this floor, its only natural that I occupy it", he continued, while smirking.

" Would there be a problem, Ms. Everstark?", he asked with an innocent look, however I could see the evil glint in his eyes.

"No, no problem sir", I said, a fake smile plastered on my face.

Turning back to Mr.Hannigan, he said,

"Ron, I would be using your P.A.'s services seeing as my own is nowhere to be found."

"Absolutely, sir. Ms.Everstark is a very hardworking employee. You won't be disappointed", Mr.Hannigan exclaimed.

" I'm already not", the 6 foot giant muttered quietly.

" Let's get to work then".

***

"Ms. Everstark, can you bring me the files from the PR department?"

"Ms. Everstark, bring me the stapler."

"Ms. Everstark, call Mr.Hannigan."

"Ms. Everstark, inform Mr. Perez about the conference."

"Ms.Everstark bring me a cup of coffee, black, no sugar."

This was a recent request. Since after lunch, this guy has been testing my limits.

One more time, one more time he tells me to bring a stapler or a pen, I'll smack him on the head.

No, you won't. Scratch that, you can't.

He's the CEO.

"Ms. Everstark, did you hear me?"

" Yes sir. I'll bring you your coffee."

" Remember, black."

Yeah, just like your soul.

Trudging out, I got his coffee and slammed it on the table. I'm surprised the cup didn't break.

Raising his eyebrows at me, he sipped his coffee, happy to see that he is successfully getting on my nerves.

I was working on the laptop, sending some mails about the edited articles, when I saw a silhouette on my table.

" Are you mad at me ?", Mr.Agnello asked.

Feeling tired, I replied,

"No, Mr. Agnello."

" Why won't you call me Eros?", he asked a bit agitated, his hands on my table.

"I've told you before, sir, you are the CEO. I can't just call you by your name."

Before I could notice, he was leaning towards me slowly making sure there was no space between us. His scent wafted in my nose, calming me, making me relaxed.

"Call me Eros. I'm ordering you", he whispered, a strange tone in his voice, compelling me to give in to him.

He was close, too close for me to comprehend anything. My heart was beating fast, palms sweaty. I was feeling tingles everywhere, feeling his breath on me. I couldn't see anything, except those blue-green orbs, which were darkening every moment, dead set on me. Chills rose all over my body , yet I felt a sense of safety around me. If he is here, I have no worries. I belonged here, right here, with him.

That last part shocked me. Where did that come from?

"Say my name", he called out again.

He was leaning all over the table now, his strong arms caging me, yet I never felt caged. Having no option but to obey, I did the only thing I could do, which would make him happy,and surprisingly, me.

"Eros", I whispered.

He took in a deep breath, eyes closed , like he wanted to savor the moment. I found myself staring at him, admiring him. God really took his time for this one. His dark locks were on his forehead. My fingers were itching to touch them, but I controlled myself, fisting my hands at my sides. Slowly, he opened his eyes, before darting towards my lips. He leaned further, if it was even possible.

Gahhh !!!! This is uncharted territory !!!

But I couldn't say anything. I was paralyzed, his to own, his to command. He was leaning in, closer and closer...

Tringgggggg

His phone rang loudly, snapping me out of it. I quickly moved my chair back. Glancing towards his phone, he sighed. Straightening up, he took the call, while I took the time to calm myself.

He was going to kiss me ! He was going to kiss me !We were about to kiss !!!

Cupping my cheeks, I could feel them heated. I must be as red as a tomato by now. I willed my pulse to slow down, the power this guy has on me is astounding. The zoo in my stomach didn't stop at all. I was feeling an adrenaline rush, all because of a single man.

Feeling his gaze on me, I looked up to see that he ended his call.

" I have to attend a meeting. I'll be back as soon as I can. If you finish your work before I arrive, you are free to leave."

I just nodded, not trusting myself to speak. He opened the door, turning around to look at me,

"And, Belle", he spoke, meeting my eyes,

"This is not over", he smirked, confirming my worst thoughts.

I didn't think it would be, sir.  


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