Part 6

Electra's POV

I don't know how long we were riding but it felt long as he was going very fast. What is he so angry about? That I missed his dinner appointment, well I was working and where is he taking me at this hour?

"Mr. Miller please drive slowly," I said but there was no change. Really? How can he just ignore me like this... now I am getting angry. He is going to get us killed. What did I even do?

"Sir... please..." I tried the polite approach again. The main rule in business, even though you have deep-rooted hatred in your heart... speak politely. And this time he listened but didn't slow down. He stopped the car altogether and before I could come out of the shock of full speed he quickly got out and opened my door and removed my seat belt and took my hand again.

He threw the car keys to the valet and I got the chance to look at where we were. I have almost forgotten this place. It is my favorite restaurant. It is a small but really elegant and classy place. Dad used to take us here a lot. It has really good food but it is normally booked in advance. We used to come here for the twins' birthday. I am surprised it is even open at this hour.

As we entered, someone took our coats and guided us to our booth. There was no one other than us. He pulled my chair and made me sit. If you ask me, I don't believe in chivalry but I have grown up with Harper mom, and she is very peculiar about etiquette. I had no idea when I first met her, a seven-year-old girl but then I wanted to please her so I started to learn. She is from a really rich family. She is just too perfect, I could never impress her.

"Sir..." I called him but he was looking right at the menu. Oh gosh! What is this man?

"look at the menu and order..." he just said and I sighed. I looked at the menu. I still remember what I used to eat here... It was a special Lobster dish. They have amazing flavor in them... dad used to order them for me...and I just smiled... but my smile dimmed as the menu is completely different now... I guess it has been too long since I left. Dad... I miss you... where are you?

"Are you ordering or should I do it for you?" I am completely sad by now. I just forwarded him the menu and he sighed. He called the waiter and ordered steak and mashed potato and vegetables and I didn't object.

"How do you want your stake?" he asked and I replied with medium rare.

"What do you want to drink? Water or wine?" he asked.

"Wine" I needed that now.

"Which wine? Or should I order it for you as well?" he said and now I am getting irritated. Not cool. Does he think I am some dumb girl who can't choose her wine? Really?

"I don't want the stake." I looked at the waiter and continued "I used to come here a lot in past. You used to have a unique lobster dish, is it still there?" I said and the waiter who was a young man gave me a big smile.

"Yes, miss... it used to be the best seller. It is still there in the menu, just the name has changed. You must have come here a few years ago" He said and I nodded and he wrote it down and I remembered how lonely I have become since I left. Five years...

"And I will have a glass of Chardonnay." I ordered the wine which goes well with my dish and he ordered his food and I looked at him. He is again looking angry.

"You used to come here before you left?" he asked and I nodded with a polite smile.

"With whom?" he asked. Why do I feel like I am being interrogated?

"With my dad" I replied and I don't know why but it felt like he was getting angrier. He gripped his water glass tightly.

"Did he teach you how to choose the wine as well?" he asked and I don't know why but I can feel like he had so many emotions in his voice. What is with this shift? Why is he asking about my dad?

"No... I never drank here, I started after I left. Switzerland taught me a lot of things I guess" I said and he finally gave a small smile. I don't know why but his anger was scaring me. So now when he is in a somewhat better mood, I had to ask...

"Sir... can you please tell me what is going on here?" I asked and he looked right at me. His eyes... I really should avoid looking at them. They are scary but at the same time pull me in.

"What do you mean?" he asked but I can't tell what he is thinking.

"What were you doing in my office? When did you come? I had canceled tonight's plans then why did you come? And what are we doing here; I know this restaurant doesn't stay open till this late. And lastly... Why are you angry with me?" I asked whatever was bothering me and he sighed.

"Yes, I am angry with you, because what you did was foolish. You canceled the dinner and that was fine, but then you didn't even eat anything. I came to the office just to check on you, but you kept working, I waited and waited but you didn't stop even to eat. And you put yourself in danger and stayed alone so late in the office when there is no one there. You know how unsafe that was... and about this restaurant... the owner is my friend, so I told him to keep it open for us. It is my favorite restaurant, I wanted to show it to you" he said and I was surprised. It is my favorite restaurant as well.

Was he telling the truth? Did he care this much about me? Why? When was the last time someone cared so much for me?...

"I didn't think you would care about me this much. I mean we just met yesterday and I am no kid, I can take care of myself. And that was my company. I have stayed even overnight there before... no problem" I said and realized what I said. No one knows I used to be the one to work there and take decisions since my father started that company.

"Well, you used to stay there with your father but he isn't here, is he?" he asked with anger and I can't even tell him he is wrong. I used to work there alone for nights when during all major deals. Maybe I can tell him... No! you are opening up too fast and too much to him Electra. You don't even know him.

Soon thank fully food arrived and we both started eating. I took the first bite of lobster meat and it was amazing. I don't know what they do with the meat but it's amazing. Just how I remember...

We finished the meal and then I ordered a simple chocolate cake for dessert that was also amazing. Aiden didn't order dessert but he enjoyed his whiskey. Then came the check and the waiter placed it in front of Aiden. Man, you had to do that. I placed my hand on the check but he grabbed it and I looked at him in question.

"I am paying," he said and I rolled my eyes.

"yes, you are... but only for yours. I am paying for mine" I said and placed my card in the check and he took it out and gave it back to me.

"No... I am paying and that's it. Don't create a scene" he said and my hands fisted.

"Sir, I am not creating any scene, you are. Are you my father? Or my boyfriend or my husband? They are the only ones who are allowed to pay for me." I said and he took his hands slightly back from the check but when I tried to take it, he quickly took it and placed his card, and called for the waiter. I am shocked.

"What did you just do?" I asked and he smirked.

"I am none of those things but I am your boss. You have never worked in the real business world, right? When your boss is with you... employees are not allowed to pay. Don't worry... you will learn soon, I will teach you business and a lot of other things in the future!" he said and his smirk was looking dangerous. I have no idea why every time, his words have a lot of mysteries. What other things?

We stood up and he dropped me home. The rest of the ride was uneventful. I quickly got out and bid my farewell and left. That man has created everything from the scratch and I should learn from him but first I need to know if he is trustworthy or not.

The next day I went to the office and he was there even before me. He had the letter from the board of directors, he is officially the chairman and he announced me as the CEO. He called a meeting and he put forward two upcoming contracts for which we can apply. I was amazed. That he wasn't lying when he said he wanted to talk about the contract at dinner. Maybe I should have gone on time for dinner. Maybe I doubt him too much.

But when the meeting got over and I studied the contracts, I rushed to his cabin. Ana was inside with him and I felt like a fool to just barge in without knocking. What was I even thinking? But I had to talk to him.

"I am sorry sir, I entered without knocking. I will come back later" I said and was about to leave when he stopped me.

"No, wait. Ana is just leaving" He said and Ana left. What was she even doing here? She is my PA. I put the contracts on the table.

"One is your company's contract and another one is Mr. Ryan's. Who is your friend, the whole industry knows this. Both contracts are created by you in short... why? Your company doesn't even need to do this, your company is more than capable of doing this small production on your own and so is Ryan's." I said and he smiled.

"Sit Electra" I was feeling real anger but still I sat down and he stood up and sat on the table right in front of my chair and leaned in. His legs were touching mine. This is not going well...

"yes, you are right. And well informed I must say. But you forgot a key factor. I have told you that I have come here to help you, and I will. Why does it matter how I do it?" he asked and I had no answer. I can't say no to him if he wants his company to help mine.

But what I am scared about is his intentions behind this. Is he here to swallow my company? To merge it with his? No... I won't let that happen. This company is my father's dream; I have put my blood and sweat into this company. No one can take it.

But right now, I have no option but to use him. I don't know why the whole market doesn't want to work with me, but I need a few steady deals so that finally, I can find the investors' trust again and get them to invest in my invented medicine.

"Electra I want to help you and take this company to the top, but for that, you have to start trusting me. I am doing everything for this company only," He said and I can't say anything. I have nothing to say. He placed his hand on my shoulder and I came back from my thoughts and quickly stood up. Why does this man keep touching me?

"Choose one contract from them and start working. Don't worry about the money, I will invest for this" He said and I nodded quickly and left and went to my team. My team is working hard and I can't let them down.

"We are accepting Mr. Ryan's contract." I announced and they started preparing. I don't need his money. I have worked during my stay in swiss. I have earned enough to complete this one small project and I don't know why I still can't trust Aiden. So I accepted Ryan's project. I told Ana to send the file to Mr. Ryan with quotations. But I was lost in work when I saw her going to Aiden's cabin. Why is she doing this? Is she working with Aiden? Did he plant her here? But soon I got a call from him and I went there.

"I thought I said that every decision will pass by me first." He said and I glared at Ana.

"Don't... she didn't betray you, I just saw her leaving the building and called her up". He signaled her to leave and she did.

"Sorry, my mistake sir, I will be careful the next time. Is there a problem with the file?" I asked and he stood up.

"Why didn't you apply for my company's contract? My contract is bigger than his." he asked and I had no words... what to say?

"I just thought this was better," I said and prayed that he won't ask why but when has god ever listened to my prayers?

"Why?" he asked and I sighed but I still answered.

"The investment was lesser in this and the production as well, the company workers are still new and it would be better for them to handle this smaller project for now," I said and he nodded.

"Mine was offering more profit," he said and I didn't answer. I know but one rule I have learned in the business world is never run after money... it will just make you blind and you will not even realize when you will be ruined.

"May I leave now sir? There is a lot of work to do" I said and he nodded. I quickly left but stopped midway when I heard him.

"You can hide it but I know you still don't trust me... but I promise you... I will change that...soon!" he said and I didn't dare to look back, I can tell he had that smirk on his face...what is this man?

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