4. His Proposal

ROSALIA'S POV

I was lying on my bed and trying to distract myself by diving into a novel. But I could not just forget about what happened earlier. Mr. Knight was formidable, but his voice lingered in my mind, impossible to forget.

"I expect you to look pretty on that day"

Why he would say that? Why does that even matter?

I could not deny the fact that he was very handsome and intimidating in a way. I've never felt that nervous in anyone's presence like him. His personality was somehow different. My thoughts were completely occupied by him that night. I couldn't read the novel anymore as sleep took over me.

NEXT DAY AT WORK...

Miss Kate called me into her office. I knocked on the door and she instructed me to come in.

"Miss Brown, I found out that Kevin called you to his office yesterday"

"Yes, mam", I replied.

"I'd like to know what he discussed with you," She curiously questioned.

Even though I didn't realize why she was asking me that, I told her that Mr Knight wanted to meet me outside of the office.

She seemed taken aback by my words. She didn't say anything about that and ordered me to leave.

After coming back from the office I watered my plants. I love plants. I don't have much though. I don't have sufficient space in my apartment for them. I wish to grow my collection bigger real soon. Then I made dinner and ate alone. I miss Kristen so much. I don't like living alone. I've so much to talk to her. I texted her asking when is she coming back.

Tomorrow is Sunday and I'm hella nervous about meeting Mr knight. After completing my night routine, I eventually drifted off to sleep.

THE NEXT DAY ...

When I wake up, the first thing I do is check my phone. I received two texts; one brought a smile to my face, while the other one sent shivers down my spine.

Hey bestie, I'm coming back today...

I've so much gossip to do... I also invited Matt over for dinner. We'll have so much fun today. Can't wait to meet you 🥺🥺 love ya 😘

- Kristen

Cafe Royale bistro, 5 pm sharp.

- unknown number

It must be Mr Knight's PA I assumed. I did not reply to that and texted back to Kristen that I, too, was excited about our little dinner party.

Matt is Kristen's boyfriend. They have been dating since the first year of college. They are an adorable couple. He comes over to our place once in a while. We have two bedrooms in our apartment ... so it's no issue.

Time passed by real quick. I took a shower before carefully choosing a white knee-length dress and matching it with a pair of white high heels. Even though I don't own many dresses I took quite a long time to choose that.

I did light makeup and kept my hair open.

It was almost 5 as I reached the given location. The cafe looked so luxurious and fancy. All the people, even the receptionist, were wearing expensive outfits. As I entered I saw a man coming in my direction. He directed me towards the table where Mr knight was waiting for me.

I saw Mr Knight looking handsome as always.

"Have a seat," He said in a commanding tone, as always, and I took a seat across from him.

"You look adorable, Rosalia" He complimented.

"T..thank you, sir" I barely muttered as I felt flustered at his unexpected words.

As the server arrived to serve our dishes and beverages, he ordered all of it before my arrival, I couldn't help but feel a rush of nerves at being in Mr. Knight's presence.

"Here, have a drink," he offered, handing me a glass.

"Sorry but I don't really like alcohol," I replied politely.

He chuckled softly, "Then let me order something else for you."

"No need, sir. I'll just have water," I insisted.

Turning the conversation, he asked, "So, tell me about yourself, Rosalia"

"I... I don't really have much to say, sir," I stumbled over my words, feeling the weight of being under his direct gaze and I also could not understand the reason behind his unexpected interest in me.

"What do you usually do on weekends?" He inquired as I felt his curiosity increased over me. But the authority he held in his tone left no power in me to not answer.

"I visit an orphanage in our neighbourhood to spend some time with the kids," I answered. A soft smile touched my lips at the thought of the children.

"Good. And your family?" He asked further.

"My best friend, Kristen and my younger sister are the only people I have," I answered.

Then to my surprise and discomfort, he asked, "Don't you have a boyfriend?"

That question caught me off guard and I hesitated before I answered, "N..no sir"

The next question he asked left me speechless and blushing furiously, "Are you a virgin? "

I felt my cheeks burning with embarrassment as I struggled to find the right words.

"S...sir, why are you..... "I couldn't finish as he cut me off sternly.

"Just answer my question," he snapped firmly.

Feeling utterly exposed, I managed to say, "Yes... Yes, I am."

I saw him smiling lightly. I looked down at my lap as I could not bring myself to meet his gaze anymore, feeling a mix of humiliation, embarrassment and confusion, wishing I could just vanish into thin air.

"Rosalia, I wanted to meet you because I have a proposal for you."

"W..what is it, sir?" I managed to question.

"Look, Rosalia, I'll be very straightforward with you. The thing is that I want you to be my personal assistant. However, there are some more conditions. I'll expect some special services from you also. And, you don't have to worry about the money. You'll be given at least ten times more than your current salary."

I was really confused. What was he trying to say?

"What kind of special services sir?"

I saw him smirking.