Athena

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"He freaking did that??!!" Ruby yelled in disbelief, pacing around the room.

I know I shouldn't have said anything to her. I tried to hide my bruises from her, but it never goes unnoticed by her hawk eyes. Now for the past half an hour I had to explain everything from spilling latte to him, almost choking me.

"Ya, he did, but he also gave me medicine." I don't know why am I taking his side instead I should think of filing a case for harassment.

"Aww, really?" She made a dreamy expression. Omg! Did she just completely forget what he did? I think she's having mood swings. Ruby and her mood swings are a horrible combination.

I remember once Kyle, one of our best friends, told her she looked like a pancake and it didn't end well. Kyle had bruises all over his face and chest, Derek and I had to pull Ruby away by force before she murdered poor Kyle.

After that day, none of us made fun of her when she's pms-ing

"Yes, he did that, as he's supposed to because he's the one who hurt me." I clenched my fist while gritting my teeth thinking about that rude monster.

"Hmmm" she nodded, sitting back on the sofa.

"Anyways, tell me about your work" I changed the subject to distract my mind from the drama that happened back in the office.

She heaved a heavy sigh before slumping her shoulders "Work is exhausting, There are a lot of things to do and our fashion show is within a month."

"Ohh, by the way my boss behaves I could say the same for my future." I purse my lips in disdain knowing it's going to be tough for me to work under him.

She chuckled "Let's hope for the best"

"Yes."

We continued watching Netflix, munching on some popcorn. We spent the rest of the evening lazily, talking, watching TV and to celebrate me getting a job, she ordered take out.

I yawned, closing my eyes and resting my head backwards. I glanced at the clock, its already ten. I sighed and stood on my feet. Ruby was already asleep on the sofa. I smiled and cleared the table, before throwing the rubbish into the bin.

I turned off the TV and brought a blanket to cover Ruby. She's going to get muscle cramps by sleeping on the sofa but I'm too lazy to carry her back to her room.

I went back to my room and did my night routine before getting into bed. I switched off the night lap and rested my head on the soft pillow.

Tomorrow is the first day of my job and I'm going to see him everyday. Wish I could escape this but that would mean I'm running away from him. I don't want to give him that satisfaction, this is going to be a tough game and I'm going to be crowned the winner.

I felt my eyes dropping and slowly I was engulfed by darkness.

*****

I reached my office fifteen minutes early, now I don't know what to do. I twirled on my seat as a way to kill time. He could've at least sent an email of instructions.

I looked at my watch, one more minute to 7:30. I gathered a notepad and a pen before heading to his office. I knocked on the door not expecting a reply but I heard a low 'come in'.

I opened the door and walked in, closing the door slowly behind me. I went towards his desk. He was wearing a navy blue suit with black shirt and matching tie. His hair was combed to perfection, not even a single strand out of place but what made his look a downfall was the look on his face.

Early morning grumpiness!

Why can't he smile or atleast look like a human even for a minute? It won't kill him right?

"Good morning Mr.King" I greeted with one of my best smiles. He didn't bother to look up or return my greeting. Narcissistic fellow!

He continued to go through his files as if I didn't exist. A part of me wanted to rip those files from his hand but I have to make a good impression of myself. I know we haven't met in the most what do I say.. the most pleasant situation yet we still can start over right?

However I still need to get out of here. I wasn't planning on staying here listening to his commands like a dumbgirl.

"Sir what am I supposed to do?" I asked politely, in my mind I was throwing daggers at his pretty hazel head.

Finally, after ages, he said something "Get my coffee." Umm, excuse me? how the hell do you expect me to bring your coffee without knowing how you want it and where the hell should I find it in this unfamiliar building. At least I need to be shown around to not get lost. How can he ask a newbie like me to start running around getting things whereas I don't even know the place properly?

"I am not familiar with this building sir." I voiced out my trouble while frowning deeply at him. I watched him clench his jaw for a second and looked up at me with his infamous cold expression.

"Then what should I do, give you a building tour?" He mocked with a scoff.

This dude!

I but my tongue from letting out any colourful words. Calm down Athi, did you forget to behave like a mature adult?

"Yes, not necessarily you, maybe someone else could show me around." I shrugged and spoke calmly but my behaviour only seemed to agitate him as he closed the file and threw it on the desk with a thud. Damn dude, what issues do you have?

He closed his eyes and sighed, rubbing his temple using his right hand. My eyes wandered towards his arms flexing beneath his shirt, I was afraid it might rip off and what's worse I felt my cheeks heat up. It was very unusual for me.

"I want my coffee black and bring from the shop across the street then let's discuss your building tour. " He finalized leaving no room for argument.

"Okay sir," I turned around, rolling my eyes and started walking to the lift to buy his coffee!

Ohh I'll make sure the coffee is so sweet that he regrets his life being so bitter.

I smiled evilly and stepped out of the lift heading towards the destination. It took five minutes for me to arrive at this place and now five minutes since I'm waiting in this huge line.

My turn came and ordered coffee with more cream and three sugar cubes. Hehehe! Oh man, he's gonna hate this so much.

After taking the order, I headed towards the monster's office. I walked towards his cabin slowly making sure I didn't spill the coffee and make a fool out of myself.

I knocked on the door and heard his robotic voice. "Come in," I stepped in and noticed there is another man along with him. I recognised he's the one who asked me to leave that day. My saviour!

He noticed me and smiled brightly. I smiled back and placed the cup on the desk, moving away a little bit.

"You're the one who spilt coffee that day." the blonde man said with an amused smile, his blue eyes twinkling under the lights, I have to admit these two were surely good looking but there's something about Mr, King that gave me a weird feeling more like creepy feeling.

I nodded and lowered my head in embarrassment, I'd never forget that day in my life.

I looked up when I heard a chuckle "No need to feel shy, I think Zephyr deserved it." The blond man smiled brightly at me.

Zephyr?

I looked up confused, as if sensing my confusion he answered "Zephyr is this idiot!" He pointed at Mr.King who glared at the blond guy.

Did he call him an idiot? This brought a smile to my face. We're on the same page bro! Looks like they're really close that's why the devil doesn't seem to care about his choice of words.

"I'm curious to know what a pretty lady like you is doing in my best friends office?" My cheeks heat up when he calls me pretty, it's the first time I heard a guy other than my besties call me pretty.

"I work here." I really don't want to introduce myself as this monster's PA

"Ohhh, looks like fate brought you both together" he wiggled his eyebrows, his comment made me choke on my saliva. My eyes widened, how could he say that! In front of him.

"Enough Daniel! Since your visit is done you may leave." Mr.King gestured towards the door, his tone cold. He is clearly annoyed by this fella. How can he ask his friend to leave, such a heartless jerk.

"Okay, I don't want to disturb you both!" He raised his hand in surrender getting up from his seat.

He was as tall as Mr.King but not as intimidating. He walked over to me and held my hand, placing a kiss behind it, not removing his blue eyes from my face. "I'm Daniel, sorry I couldn't introduce myself properly that day because of this idiot" he rolled his eyes glancing back at an irritated Mr. King.

I laughed and noticed Zephyr glaring at Daniel. What's with him and glaring at everyone?

"I'm Athena, it's okay I can understand your situation," I said implying that day.

"Let's carry this outside." Daniel smoothly snaked his arm around my waist and started pulling me with him. I looked back and saw Mr.King standing up,

"Where do you think you're taking her?" I heard his cold demanding voice, so cold that even Elsa would be jealous.

"Dude! I just want to talk to her you go work" Daniel replied with a sly smile.

"She's my PA and she's here to work not to sit and talk" Mr.King reasoned.

I tried to wiggle from his hold but he pulled me closer. "Okay! Only for today I'll excuse you."

He leaned closer to my ear whispering "Don't worry I'll save you from him" he winked, loosening his hold.

I smiled at his antics "Okay, I'll be waiting!"

He gave me a hug and left the office. I sighed, thinking about facing the storm ahead. I turned to look at him but met with his hard chest. When did he come here?

I looked up meeting his dark eyes, his face held anger. Why is he so angry? I tried to step back but he pulled me towards him holding my waist in tight grip. Man! He's strong!

The smell of pine wafted to my nose, it was intoxicating, almost making my mind hazy. I placed both of my hands on his chest to steady my clumsy self. I can feel the thumping of his heart, the heat radiating off him made me want to hug him. What are you thinking??

"What do you think you were doing?" He seethed.

I looked at him puzzled by his question. Couldn't he see what I was doing? "What did I do?" I asked innocently, batting my eyelashes.

"You were flirting with my friend and this is a work place. Keep all this stuff out of my building"

I raised my eyebrows, me flirting? It was clearly his friend who started talking to me. "It was your friend who started!" I raised my voice slightly.

"But you seemed to enjoy it" he smirked arrogantly, as he tilted his head slightly. My eyes wandered towards the few hair strands falling over his forehead, my fingertips itched to move it back. Snap out of it girl!

I wasn't enjoying it but I was glad to see a person calling him names but I dare not tell that to this arrogant ass.

"I wasn't!" I tried to push him Away, "Oh I'm not letting you get away easily" I sensed something different in his tone. I met his eyes, which held a glint of malice.

Is he going to punish me?

"Oh yes dear I'm going to punish you so badly that you would dare not mess with me"

*****

Hello my luvs, how's life?