CHAPTER 11

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Belle's POV :

It's been a month since I've started my internship and a week since Mr.Agnello has made me his P.A. It sucks.

No, it doesn't.

Yeah, it doesn't .

Great, now I'm arguing with my conscious self.

Even though he infuriates me with his silly orders and his harmless flirting, I could see he is a very hardworking person, a businessman to his core. I've seen the way he handles himself in his meetings, expressing confidence through and through. His competitors are smart enough not to break his trust, because I have seen him being ruthless with his enemies. The power he exudes makes him the biggest businessman of his age.

It was just another day. Mr.Agnello, or Eros, like he wants me to say, was busy in a video conference with some of the shareholders. Knowing well enough not to come in between his call, I quietly opened the door to get out and grab myself a coffee.

Visiting the pantry, I got some cookies along with the coffee, because, why not ?

Walking back to the office, I heard some muffled voices through the door. Going inside, I saw a tall man talking with Mr. Agnello. He had a familiar shade of blond hair. Wait, I have seen him.

Oh right, the coffee shop guy !!!

He turned around and confirmed my doubts. Icy blue eyes, a height of 6'1'', and a charming face, definitely the coffee shop guy. Before I could say anything, he spoke first.

"Heyy !! I saw you in the coffee shop that day", the guy exclaimed.

I nodded, giving him a slight wave.

"That's right. Eros, this girl has the mark on her collarbone", he turned back towards Mr.Agnello.

"I know Flynn", Eros replied calmly.

Oh, that's his name. Flynn. Suits him.

"Wait, if you know, then she is the Lu-",

" Shut up, Flynn", Agnello cut Flynn off .

She is the - ?

Who are they talking about ?

"She doesn't know anything, Flynn. So, zip it"

"Yeah, yeah."

Right, guys, ignore me like the "ueue" is ignored in the "Queue"...

Giving me a glance from head to toe, Flynn smiled,

"You got lucky."

"I know", Eros said, looking at me.

Why did he get lucky ?

Understanding nothing about their conversation, I ignored them both and sat in my chair, increasing my sugar levels by consuming a packet of cookies. The two guys discussed something more, before Flynn left and Eros turned towards me.

"Belle, do you have any more work for today ?",he asked.

"No, sir. Not that I know of."

"Great. We're about to go out for lunch."

"May I ask why, sir?"

"No, you may not", he replied smirking.

That smug bastard.

Walking towards the elevator, he pressed the button to underground parking. Looking everywhere else but him, I tried to calm down my heartbeat. Every time he's around, my heart decides it wants to jump around like a freaking kangaroo.

Getting off, he walked toward a sleek black Lamborghini.

Typical.

Opening the door for me, I sat inside with a quick thank you.

The car was a beauty. The interior was clean, without a speck of dust, the musky scent of Eros all over.

Pulling outside the parking lot, he drove towards the outskirts of the city.

Without even realizing, my eyes turned to him. Trying to be inconspicuous, I stared at him. He truly was a marvellous creature, with his looks carved to perfection. His one hand was resting on the window, the other on the steering wheel, eyes covered with Ray Bans. Its a shame I couldn't see those beautiful eyes. Even through his suit, I could tell he has a well muscled body, not too buff, but not scrawny either. Felling my eyes on him, he asked,

"Checking me out?"

"Yes."

"Really ?", he looked at me.

"No", I chuckled.

He looked a bit taken aback, before shaking his head.

"You should smile more", he muttered under his breath, but I couldn't hear, busy staring out the windows.

Trees lined both the sides of the road, giving the area an isolated aura. Our car was the only one on the road. It was serene. I pulled the window down, the wind blowing my hair, watching clouds. They were pure white, against the blue background. Today, they were in the shape of an elf, atleast that's what I think.

"Seems like you like such places", Eros asked out of the blue.

" Yeah, I like nature."

"So, you don't care that I'm taking you through an almost deserted road, where dangerous animals may be lurking around?", he inquired.

" Nope", I smirked. He looked surprised at my confident tone.

"What type of animals are we talking about here ?"

"I don't know. Wild boars, deers...", his voice lowered, "wolves, maybe?"

He looked at me, expecting an answer from me, probably thinking I would be scared. But that's the thing.

I wasn't.

Since I was a kid, my dad would take me to the forest or the woods, telling me all about it. His love for the nature was passed down to me. He would always say,

"We always fear the unknown."

So, he would always plan tripsand treks for me in the forest, making me comfortable enough to venture in them by myself, without an ounce of fear.

"No. My father used to take me trekking through the forest almost every summer, so I'm not afraid of the woods. As for wolves, I have a handful of information, which I can thankfully use, in case I see one, which is practically impossible."

"Why is it impossible?", he questioned.

" There has not been any wolf sighting in this area, so I'm pretty sure I wont see any", I shrugged.

I'm surprised we were able to hold a conversation this long.

Most of the time, he would piss me off to make me ignore him for the rest of the day.

"Suppose, by chance, you see a wolf. How would you react?", Eros spoke, bringing me out of my thoughts.

" I don't know. I guess my reaction would be based on the wolf's. One thing my father drilled in my head was ' They won't hurt you if you don't hurt them'. So if the wolf doesn't do anything, nor will I."

Felling satisfied with my answer, he drove on. There was silence for a few moments, before he asked me another question.

"What do you know about werewolves?"

He was peering at me, wanting to gauge my reaction.

"I know enough, I guess. I mean, I do read a lot of books on them."

"How do you feel about them?", he probed.

"Well among all the supernaturals, I like them the best."

He relaxed when he heard my answer, I wonder why.

"Why are you asking me so much questions about wolves. Are you, maybe,a werewolf?", I teased, thinking he would laugh it off, but he turned serious.

" What if I was? What would you do then ?"

The atmosphere in the car suddenly turned thick. How the hell did our conversation took this turn !

"Nothing, I guess. I'll ask about your mate", I replied, awkwardly,trying to laugh it off.

He looked a bit shocked, but he did something I never saw him do. He laughed.

Wow, that's a handsome laugh.

He looked better, much better when he laughed. His eyes crinkled at the sides, mirth present in them, the throaty sound echoed in the vehicle. I smiled seeing him laugh.

Wait a moment, what was he laughing about?

Voicing my thoughts, I looked at him to see him shaking his head, parking outside a diner.

I didn't even know we arrived.

"If only you knew, Belle. If only you knew", he chuckled.

Huh .

Julie's diner was a small, but beautiful place. I would've never expected a big shot CEO to know such a place. The inside was cozy, with wooden flooring, a busy counter, and various quotes about love pasted on the wall. The old 90s songs were playing, giving the diner a very homey feel.

Taking a seat at the table besides the window, I glanced at Eros.

"How do you know this place, Mr.Agnello?", I asked.

"Eros, please. We are not at the office and I'm not your CEO here."

Feeling a bit shy, I nodded.

"So, you didn't answer my question."

" I found this diner when I came here with my mother as a child. She became friends with the owner and since then, I'd always come here, at least once a week."

Nodding at his answer, I was about to ask some more, when an elderly lady came.

"Eros. When did you come?", she asked with a smile, already pulling him up in a hug.

Eros didn't seem awkward and returned the hug, smiling slightly.

"Just now, Julie", he answered.

Sitting back, Julie took notice of me and gave me a smile, which I returned.

"You have company. Who is this lovely lady?"

" Hi, I'm Belle. I work at Mr.Agnello's office."

"Nice to meet you Belle." Turning towards Eros, she asked,

" You look thin, nino, like you haven't eaten in weeks. Let me bring you your regular. And what about you Belle?"

Looking at the menu, I decided on a cheese burger with some fries. Reciting the same to her, she nodded before going back to prepare our lunch.

"So, how is your family?", Eros asked, and just like that, conversation flowed between us. I would've never imagined I would be out here, enjoying my lunch with the CEO of the biggest company in the state. He was very easy to talk to, which he explained that it was only my privilege, and no one else's. Seeing me blush, he was satisfied. We talked about nothing and everything.

"Well, that was delicious" , I said, finishing off the last of my fries.

"Told ya", he smirked. I was seeing him in a new light, he was very relaxed as compared to his stoic, strict behaviour in the office. I preferred him this way, with a small smile on his face and his calm posture.

Who am I kidding ? He looks good even with a frown on his face, that's how good-looking he is. Snap out of it Belle ! 

I shook my head to shake off all thoughts of my boss.

Before getting up, he grabbed my phone from the table. He typed something on my phone, before his rang.

" What are you doing?", I questioned.

"Getting your number", he winked. I tried to stop the spread of blush on my cheeks, but that damn wink made me lose my control, so I blushed anyways.

Standing up, we walked towards the counter. I took out my money for paying, before he stopped me.

" Its fine. I'll get it" , Eros said.

"Uh, no. It was my lunch so I'll pay it", I replied, now comfortable enough to talk clearly with him.

But my heart still somersaults. * sigh*

"I said its fine, Belle. I took you out so let me."

Feeling adamant, I responded,

" I said I'll pay it Eros. Don't fight with me, I'm pretty stubborn",

Not looking at him, I paid for my lunch, feeling proud at myself for winning a fight with a CEO who is merciless when fighting.

I was about to go, when I saw Eros still standing there, a bit dazed.

"What's wrong?", I asked, a bit confused.

Then it dawned on me.

I called him Eros.

I blushed unwillingly. Seeing me red brought him out of his reverie. Smirking, he walked towards me, placing his hand on the small of my back, urging me to walk.

"Let's go, Belle", he smiled, not smirked, putting emphasis on Belle.

Felling shy about his hand on my back, I walked quickly eager to get in the safety of the car. Knowing what I was doing, he just chuckled.

It certainly was an eventful day.


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