Chapter 6

Laura’s POV 

“I am late for work, I'm going to get sacked,” I thought.

I jumped out of bed as soon as my alarm beeped. It was so loud that I turned it off immediately. 

I checked the time and it was already 7:30 am. I quickly entered the bathroom. 

After taking my bath, I dressed in corporate attire; a well-ironed tailored black suit and pants with an off-white chiffon top inside. 

I put on wine-colored heels because I didn't want to go out all black, and that complimented my looks. 

I applied a little makeup just to complete my looks and at least look presentable. 

Satisfied, I grabbed my bag which contained my phone and other things I needed, and dashed out of the house to the bus stop. 

Cole had rented a well-furnished apartment for me after listening to my story that afternoon. 

He even helped me retrieve my stuff from the hotel where I lodged previously saying I didn't belong in such a place.

I teared up as soon as I heard those words. I never thought anyone would be kind to me or care for me after I was abandoned by everyone including my family. 

Thankfully I met Cole who completely changed my life. He didn't just rent an apartment for me, he employed me as his assistant in his company. 

He is the CEO of Modern Global, a company he had worked hard to build single-handedly.

I got off the bus as soon as I got to my destination. I walked towards the office facility. 

I am scared as fuck!

When Cole asked me yesterday if I would like to work for him as his assistant, I was dumbfounded because I wasn't expecting to get a decent high-paying job like that without stress. 

However, I discovered that if I am hardworking and do my work well, then there's no cause for alarm; nothing to be scared of. 

I just have to be up and doing to avoid any complaints, that's all. In this regard, I strolled into the office.

I greeted everybody I came across with a smile. Some replied. Some waved at me, while some didn't budge.

I entered the elevator up to the 60th floor which is the last floor. On my way up, I kept checking the time. 

It was as if the time was moving faster than the lift. However, I got to the last floor sooner than I expected. The doors opened and I got out.

As soon as I got out of the lift, the first person I saw was the receptionist, Nora. 

“Good morning Laura.” She greeted me with a slight smile.

“Good morning Nora.” I greeted her back with a smile too.

“The CEO hasn't come yet. But he left some documents on your desk for you to work on. She said.” 

Okay, thank you.” I said as I entered my office. Of course! I have an office. 

“Hi, Laura. Do you mind having lunch with me during break time?” Nora asked me with expectations. 

“Not at all,” I answered heartily.

“Hey, between tea and coffee, which one does Mr. Cole like?” I asked her. 

“Coffee.” She said,

“Okay, umm… do you know how he likes his coffee?” I asked her. 

“Yes, black coffee with no milk and sugar. Just plain,” she said. 

“Okay, thanks,” I said and walked away.

I went back to my office and got to work. I took the documents and began to go through them to ensure they were correct before I started to sort them.

Quickly, I began to read the contents of the documents. Soon, I discovered something. There was an error. 

I began to read them one after the other. After a thorough screening, I discovered the error.

A few hours later, I was done sorting the documents. Ready to take them to the CEO to alert him of the errors I found, but as soon as I stepped out of my office, I bumped into someone. 

When I raised my head to see who it was, lo and behold, it was the CEO. I felt goosebumps all over my body as soon as our eyes met.

“Good morning sir.” I greeted him anxiously.

“Good morning Laura.” “Are you good?” He asked me with concern.

“Yes, sir,” I responded swiftly, not showing my fears. “I was coming to your office before I bumped into you. I'm sorry sir, I was not looking,”  I said and apologized to him.

“It's okay, just be careful next time,” he said to me and left.

He walked into his office while I hastily dashed into the still room to make his coffee just as he liked it. It's time to reveal my professionalism.

On my way back, I heard the desk phone ring. I hurriedly answered the call. 

“Good morning, it's Modern Global, how may I assist you ?” I asked courteously.

I didn't get a response immediately from the other end. However, as I was about to ask again, I heard a masculine voice saying: “Come to my office now! Ms. Laura,” he said and hung up without expecting feedback. 

I felt a shiver run down my spine.

I took the documents and his coffee with me. I breathed in and out like three times before finally knocking on his door.

Knock! Knock! Knock! 

“Come in,” he said.

I opened the door and went inside. He was sitting in his chair with his eyes fixed on his computer while moving the mouse around on the desk. 

What could he be doing? This one he's so focused. I muttered.

“I'm here sir,” I said thinking that would distract him and make him look up. However, it didn't work. Soon, I heard. 

“Get me a cup of coffee. No milk! No sugar! And the documents I asked you to work on, have you worked on them?” He asked, his eyes still fixed on his computer. 

I put the cup of coffee on his table. That was when he looked up. He looked at me surprised. 

He kept staring at me without an utterance, then I began to feel uneasy.