5. Alice wants to Payback Vivian's Actions!

VIVIAN SCOTT

Shutting down my laptop, I looked at the phone screen. The time was exactly six in the evening. An hour ago, my assistant had updated me that Ms. Riley would be here around six. She should be reaching any moment, and I picked up my blazer and phone and walked out.

As I reached the parking lot, I saw a car stopped at the visitor's park, and there she was, looking like a boss lady. She was dressed in a beige V-neck blouse tucked into white dress pants and pointed-toe pumps and looked classy yet sassy. The way she walked up to me to greet me with oozing confidence, I couldn't take my eyes off her. She wasn't anything like the thunderstruck girl I saw three days ago.

It would be a lie if I didn't admit she made my heart skip tonight. I shifted my gaze from her only when I heard her say, "Are we set to go?"

I smiled at her and asked her to sit inside my car. We both were seated in the back seat as I wanted the driver to drive today. I usually preferred taking the driver for meetings as I could utilize the time for preparation or discussion.

As our car moved, she kept me busy sharing the information on the existing lawsuits of the client, the inferences, and the consequences if the acquisition took place. She was well-prepared for the meeting and answered my queries with ease. I was impressed with her work, though I didn't openly give any compliments. But definitely, my eyes expressed them. I could guess she knew I was blown away by how she smirked after the discussion.

Not wanting her to distract me more, I relaxed myself by closing my eyes. The meeting was crucial for me, and I could not afford to be distracted by any chance. Whatever it was, I could take care of it after the meeting.

Once we reached the restaurant, I asked the driver to book an Uber and leave. I wanted to drive her back after the dinner - either to her flat or my bed.

The meeting went well, as expected. The more it looked like a fruitful deal, the more relaxed I became. We winded up the meeting positively and said goodbye to the client. However, I was so engrossed in the meeting that I couldn't eat properly. I realized I was still hungry.

Thinking of asking her to join me for another quick bite, I turned to her as we took long strides towards the parked car. I was about to open my mouth to talk when she made that unexpected move.

Suddenly walking fast, she turned to face me and stood there to close the gap between us. Slowly moving her fingers on my blazer against my chest up to my neck, she said seductively, "Did you have fun, Mr. Scott?"

I looked at her in shock, unprepared for the sudden action, and she completed her sentence, "Of my brains and my knowledge!"

It was so unexpected that I didn't know how to react. Before I could collect myself and respond, she waved her hands, saying, "You will have the report by tomorrow noon, Mr. Scott," and drifted away to climb into the car waiting for her.

What had just happened? Did she make me taste my own medicine? No girl had ever dared to do that to me until today. I couldn't stop smiling. That was unexpected. Now, I seriously wanted to meet her again.

ALICE RILEY

Finally, it was my turn to have the victory smile. Wasn't he as confused as I was three days ago?

I sat relaxed in the back seat of the car Mr. Segal sent for me, but my mind couldn't stop lingering around Vivian Scott. Even though it was work that we discussed, I learned he was a great listener. I appreciate Vivian for patiently allowing me to put forth my points.

Even if a girl was strong-willed to not fall for his physique, she couldn't escape his personality. He was like a magnet that could attract a woman's heart from any distance. I had to try hard not to fall for his charm and execute my plan of intimidating him. Hopefully, I succeeded.

I might have tried to intimidate him by touching him voluntarily as he did to me, but when my fingers came in contact with his skin, it felt like I was on fire. I had to immediately pull myself away the moment I knew he had some impact on me.

I couldn't let my heart enter the scene. I couldn't afford to let another man gain my trust and later break me into pieces. I didn't trust men anymore.

Before my heart developed feelings for Mr. Scott, I would keep him miles away to guard my emotions. Once Ms. Donovan returns from her leave, I won't have to meet him again - I wanted to assure myself. With the report submission tomorrow, I could request Mr. Segal to entrust me to other clients.

Taking a long breath, I closed my eyes and leaned back on my seat, putting my head on the headrest. But no matter how hard I tried, my mind would fall back into the memory of Vivian Scott. How could I have escaped his attractive personality?

I needed a distraction. I dialed Mr. Segal's number and updated him about the meeting.

"You did an excellent job, Alice. The client is very impressed," Mr. Segal said in a cheerful voice as soon as he answered my call.

"Oh, thank you, Mr. Segal. I'm glad to know." I replied elegantly.

"I have another good news for you, Alice. You would be super excited to hear it out," he said, creating a curiosity in my mind.

"What is it, Mr. Segal? I'm all ears." And I was honest.

"Not now. I will tell you tomorrow in my cabin."

How could I wait until then? I persuaded him, "I wish you told me now, Mr. Segal. At least a clue could help."

Laughing out loud, he said, "Alright. You deserve to know after a great day. I'm glad to announce that you will be the main point of contact for the Scott Group account from now onwards. Of course, it is coming to you with higher responsibilities. But you will also get a special pay hike."

What?

That was good news and bad news together. I, of course, appreciated the pay hike. But how will I manage myself if I should be in regular contact with Vivian? Hopefully, it's his team with whom I should interact. Why would a CEO keep direct contact with an intern? I consoled my nervous heart that I was only overthinking.

If only I knew Mr. Segal took that decision only after the man himself influenced him. Mr. Vivian Scott!