Chapter 6 - She was sick

I awoke early and decided to go to work instead. I didn't get enough sleep because I was thinking about Patrisse, and I wasn't expecting her to be as cold as she was yesterday. Is she endowed with that aura? I feel bad because I included her in what I was doing, and I know her life will never be the same again because of what she did to Armando Zamora. Knowing Armando, I'm sure he'll send some of his men to find her, but I'm not going to let them do anything.

I will make sure that no one can come into contact with my family, or even Patrisse's; I feel responsible for whatever happens to their lives. 

When I arrived at the office, there was no one at my secretary's table; perhaps she was just late! So I went into my office and checked the folders that I had left there the day before; it was a list of the stocks that had arrived, as well as the other items that were missing and needed to be purchased as soon as possible! 

"Melissa, please come here!" I dialed Trevor's secretary's number. Patrisse should have arrived by now because she needs to present the papers to the board of directors for signature.

I was about to open my door when I noticed Patrisse lying down, bent over her desk, looking like she was sleeping; had she not slept?

I didn't bother waking her up; instead, I approached my coworkers and asked them to sign the stocks that we would be purchasing abroad. I had already approved it; all that was required was the signatures of those six. 

After signing the papers, I placed them on Patrisse's table so she could place them in the proper location for the files, but what happened to her? Why does she sleep for such a long period of time?

Her phone kept ringing next to her, so I picked it up to answer it.

"Hey, you crazy witch!" You forgot to take paracetamol. You really don't want to miss work, and you don't even take your medicine! " I take my gaze away from the phone in my ears; this girl is so annoying, psh!What is her name? 

"Patrisse is actually asleep. "This is her boss," I said coldly, scratching my nape.

"Uhhm, sir, may I inquire as to the whereabouts of Patrisse?" I'm not sure why I suddenly looked at Patrisse; what did she do? What caused her illness?

Did I just say she's sleeping? No need to worry; when she's awake, I'll inform her that you've been calling her. " 

"All right, Sir! "I'm sorry," she said as she hung up the phone. Her voice is piercing! Psh, it's so loud. 

"Hmmm," Patrisse remarked. She immediately raises her head and looks at me with a shocked expression. 

"I'm sorry, sir, I fell asleep while working. It's just that—" She said as she wiped her eyes, "Why do I find her cute when she's just awakened?"

"Don't worry; by the way, your friend called," I said as I lifted her phone and placed it on her table; it's just a basic Nokia phone.

"Wait, what did she say?" She stood up and reached into her bag for something.

"She said you forgot to take your medicine, Miss Patrisse. Are you okay?" I gave her a worried look. 

Actually, sir, I don't feel well, but I have to go to work for my sister; I promised myself that no matter what happens, I'll work to sustain their needs, especially Harissa's hospitalization." As for me as a boss, I never go to work when I'm sick. But this one is strange, but I won't be thinking about it because she won't be able to work properly when she's sick. 

"You shouldn't have come in, Patrisse; you need to rest." You can leave the office whenever you want, as long as you ask for permission. " I said without looking at her. 

"No way, Sir! I'll be fine. Please excuse me for a moment. I need to use the restroom, "she explained. I simply nodded and returned to my desk. Trevor had texted me, so I checked my phone. 

FROM: TREV

Hello there, bro! What's the plan now that Armando is awake? 

I honestly don't know. I just need to ensure the safety of Patrisse and her family, because if only I could? I don't mind if I run into Armando Zamora. I'm not afraid at all, but things are different now that Patrisse has become involved as a result of my involvement.

I haven't responded yet because I'm only thinking about one person: Samantha. I know she'll do something to avenge her father, so I need to order my men to follow her, and we also need to observe her actions so that we can be prepared if she does something bad.

"Please excuse me, sir!" Should I keep the file you placed on my table? " Patrisse said as she walked into my office. I shook my head; we need to buy stocks as soon as possible, but they will come from another country, which means we'll have to travel to the United States to do so.

"No, you must prepare." Have you got a passport? " I inquired, her eyes widening.

"W-what? Sorry, sir, but what am I supposed to do with a passport? I'm not going to travel. Is that what I mean, she finished school but doesn't have a passport? What is the legal ID she's using?

"Patrisse, what do you think is going on with the passport? Why do we require a passport? For what purpose? " I asked, looking at her, raising an eyebrow to indicate that I was waiting for her response. 

"Sir, we can use it when we travel abroad!" And we need a passport—wait, sir, why did the conversation turn to the passport? I'm wondering if you think I should keep the file. " I scratched my brow! Patrisse, are you serious? Is it necessary for you to respond to your boss in this manner? 

"I already responded to you. 'Didn't tell you NO and that you needed to prepare? I asked if you had a passport already. We're going on a trip! For you to come, you must have a passport. After all, you're my secretary. You're joining me in purchasing the stocks. " 

"Oh my god, really?" I gave a nod. I can tell she's excited because of the look on her face.

"First, sir, I'll seek permission from my mother!" I looked at her when she said that, wondering if she still needed permission. She's already 26 years old, and she's of legal age!

"Okay. You must act quickly because we will be departing in three days. We will look after your passport! We need to hurry since we will run out of Louis Vuitton bags and sunglasses and will need to get there to purchase them. Please keep me updated if your mother allows you. " Patrisse has left my office; I heard her voice here while she was talking to her mother. This is most likely her first time traveling.

When I opened my email, I was surprised to read a message from Samantha.

Samantha Zamora's

[e-mail]

Hello there, my beautiful sweetie! How are you doing? I heard you're traveling to the United States. Best wishes on your journey. And when you return, your father is already dead! Take care, and know that I adore you.

"What the f*ck?" I immediately forwarded it to Trevor, Mom, and Dad to warn them.

Samantha Zamora, don't dare touch them, or you'll never see Armando Zamora again, and you'll suffer till you die.

For everything you've done to me and my family, I haven't retaliated; you haven't even heard a word from me. This time, try me!