"Is seriously?" Nicholas stood up, buttoning a button on his jacket. "That's how it is. Tell Vanesa to take you to one of the cubicles and bring you up to date. Even though you will be on probation for a week, we will pay you." He came around the desk, walking towards me."Now I have a meeting, very important people are waiting for me, Elizabeth." Nick positioned himself in front of me. I insist, this man smelled very good "It will be a while before you start working for the position you applied for." "How?" I frowned. "Like I told you: you'll have a trial week. Vanesa has a lot of work so I want you to take care of me." I didn't understand anything that Nicholas was saying. "I do not understand." "When I need something I'll call you." He winked at me, then turned and left the office. What has happened? I went out behind him in search of Vanesa, I found her in the hall with some folders in her hand. "Elizabeth, how did you do?" "Well, I have a trial week. He told me to g
—Remember to be ready at that time, one of the things I don't like is waiting when I have already announced the time to pass, ok? "Okay," I lowered my gaze. Nick took my chin, directing it to his face.I don't like it when you look down, it's a symbol of defeat and here you have to overcome those things, besides, please, every time I speak to you, you must look me in the eye. His hands were soft, the way he touched my chin was delicate. This man even had class to touch something. "Okay, Mr. Miller," I nodded looking into his eyes, those eyes that could convey more than just a glance. "If you have a problem with your outfit, you can tell Vanesa to help you, tell her to take that moment off and that the expenses are on my behalf, I'm fair and I know that maybe right now you don't have enough money" he winked. "I feel sorry for you." I clasped my hands. "Don't worry about that, Elizabeth, this company spends on other things. Before anything else, you leave me your address, I'll w
"As I was saying, Nicholas, I'll give you a week to solve that problem. Not one more day. You know how I am about that." Mr. Miller gave his son a reproachful look. I had no idea that Mr. Miller was this demanding. I didn't know Nick much but I had heard he had brought the company to the top more than his father. And obviously there will be problems along the way, but deep down I knew that Nick would be able to solve them. It's just that apparently not even his own father trusts him. "You've told me twice already, father," Nick replied, his attitude absolutely angry. But he held back. Dinner was proving a bit awkward. As we all ate, the three of us gave each other uncomfortable glances. Until Mr. Miller's stayed with me. I tensed at that moment. "How did you tell me that you're calling?" Now his tone was calmer with me. "Elizabeth Hills," I replied a little nervous. I was having dinner with three imposing men. I felt prey to them. "Elizabeth ... I guess your friends ca
I settled down a bit in the swivel chair, I didn't understand how this man yesterday wrote to me like a teenager and today he acts like nothing. I checked my cell phone to reread the messages, for a moment I thought that maybe I was the one who made a mistake. Not! Obviously I'm not crazy, the messages were intact and with the bad spelling, I went back to the photo of him, I had to refresh my eyes a bit. He was just online and I was just saying "Hello" but I shook my head to drive away those bad thoughts. Come on, Elizabeth, you must focus on your work. At the same time I remembered Nate, he was not far behind, he was carved by the gods themselves. I went through the documents I had on the table and they were all for Nick, so he would call me again at any time. "Hello, friend, how are you doing?" Vanesa approaches my cubicle. "Of the best" I smiled from ear to ear "How are you?" "A little sleepless, I was reviewing some reports that Mr. Miller wanted them for today so I'm wa
-Surprised by the power of this beauty," he boasted, overtaking car after car.-A little," I agreed, but deep down I wasn't amused by anything Nate said.-At least they treat you well at Nicholas's company," he turned to look at me with this lens reflecting my face.-Since I joined the company they have treated me well, as you know I'm on probation and I think he does it to see how well his workers perform.-Ha! No matter how many things Nicholas does this year I will reign again in the business," he raised his eyebrows.I liked Nate a little while ago but it was getting a little annoying to hear him talk about his "friend".-Is your company something your parents left you or did you start it," he wanted to know if he was going to brag this time.-It's a company that my parents founded many years ago, but they discovered that I have the business skills and I made it grow in a record period, so you're with a celebrity in that-he put his right hand on my leg, the other one he kept on th
I looked at my watch, it was almost noon, the staff will be looking for lunch time rather. I was still hungry, and I felt nervous because I don't know how Nicholas would act now that I was back. I don't know if he will be angry or if he will fire me. I was supposed to be on probation and that's where I'm supposed to be on my best behavior. But I did something wrong today, I just hope I don't suffer the consequences.When I got to the elevator the doors opened, out of it came Vanessa.-Beth! -She approached me, apparently she was ready for lunch.-Vanessa, is Mr. Miller still in his office?She hesitated a little.-No, in fact he just went down to the company cafeteria five minutes ago to get some lunch. Do you want to go with me?I hesitated a little, maybe I could talk to Nick and apologize in the cafeteria.-Okay, let's go," we both walked down a hallway I hadn't come down before. It was long and at the end we could see an open hall. It had glass windows that looked out onto a small
I quickly went to Vanessa's office, I felt anxious, if I felt nervous here, now I don't want to imagine in another company and still with that witch Sabrina present.-Vanessa, I'm glad I found you," I tucked my hair behind my ear.-What brings you here? I was reviewing documents.-It's Nick-I bit my lips.-What happened with him? Don't tell me he got mad about what you did with Nate," he looked under his glasses.-No, on the contrary, he wants me to go with him to Sabrina's father's company, he sent me to give me some documents that should be ready," I crossed my arms.-So you're going into the lion's den," he scratched his chin, "interesting....-What's interesting," I frowned.-That Nick wants to take you there, he knows that when Sabrina sees a girl near him she gets hysterical, be careful with that madwoman, Elizabeth. Don't let her try to humiliate you just because you're on probation.-Don't worry that won't happen, I know how to defend myself very well with vipers like her -I t
When we arrived it was pouring rain, the weather had suddenly turned very cold. There was lightning and even some lightning that made me shiver. Nick and I quickly got out of the car and headed for the living room of the hotel. As I guessed, it would be one of those five star luxury hotels. Even for one night my boss was spending that much.-I'll ask if there's a room available," he says, taking off his jacket and handing it to me, "So you can dry off a bit," his eyes moved to my breasts. Great, that was the second time he had looked at my bra. Just as it was the second time I was getting wet in the rain.-Okay," I took it. Nick approached the reception desk, where there was a young and very pretty girl. She as soon as she saw Nicholas her gaze lit up and quickly her flirtatious mode kicked in. I rolled my eyes to myself as I dried the ends of my hair. It was late at night and I needed dry clothes to wear, I didn't want to get sick.Nick and the girl exchanged words, my boss didn't se
—Daniela!My mother's scream coming from downstairs made me… no, the truth is that the house is not two stories. I don't even know why I said that, I guess that's how some stories start, right? Well, what were we up to? Ah yes, the shout coming from my mother from the living room made me open my eyes immediately, wincing afterwards. It wasn't even a school day and she was yelling at... —I look at the bedside clock—...nine in the morning.—Daniiii! Ella, she yells again. She covered my face with the pillow and gasped. They don't let me rest.-I'm going! She answered before she can think of yelling again. I get up from my warm bed and put on my slippers. I see myself in the mirror, making a face of horror afterwards. Messy hair, dark circles and marks from sleeping so much. I make a loose bow and go out.I find my mother coming to my place."Can't you guess what happened?" She —she looks a little excited, I don't know. She carries some papers in her hands.-What happened? Her.” She cros
lexMy knuckles are starting to hurt a little, they bleed and make it clear that I have to stop. But I can't, the adrenaline in my body, the rage, makes me not want to do it. I put my hand out and hit the guy in front of me hard, causing him to fall on his back.“Lex, enough is enough. Trust me, Morbix learned his lesson from him.” I thought I heard Gary's voice, but I decide to ignore it. I crouch down and grab the guy by the collar of his shirt. His face is bruised and bloody."S-stop," he manages to say, almost pleading. I grab my hand again and raise it, determined to take another hit. Just to show him that no one plays with me, no one messes with me. Neither with me, nor with mine."Lex, please." You're going to kill him,” Wade says, behind me. I stop my fist in midair and decide whether to last hit or not. With people like him, I have no mercy."He doesn't deserve it," was what I said. The look of the guy in front of me was dark, tired. He had too dilated irises. He looked like
-We'll prepare it right now," said the doctor, "We can't waste any more time," and he left down a corridor.-For God's sake, I don't know how to thank you, Nate," Mom came up to him, "Thank you so much, believe me, I'll owe you for this.-Don't worry, ma'am, that's nothing and if I have the opportunity to help someone I do it. Without any interest in return.-You're a good boy, Nate, you deserve a good woman.Nate saw me when mom said that.-And I think I got her.I looked down because I felt a little uncomfortable, besides Nate would give a large sum of money and I really didn't want to be in debt with him. Or with anyone.-Thank you very much indeed.-Nate, can we talk? -I approached him.-Sure.I signaled Mom that I was on my way back, took Nate down the hall because I needed to tell him a few things.-What's wrong?-Yes, why are you doing this? -I crossed my arms and faced him, "that's a lot of money, I couldn't pay you back even if I worked for five years. Maybe we should look fo
-I don't know what things you have in your head and knowing you as you are, most probably you must be thinking the worst of me -his face was very serious, it seemed that he was determined to make his last move, in reality even if he told me the things as such my decision could not change it, I already started a relationship with Nate and I never break my promises, so whatever Nick told me would not change at all -but the truth of it all is that...My cell phone started to vibrate, it was a call from mom, it was strange that she was calling me and even more at this hour.-Wait a moment -I moved away a little bit so she wouldn't hear the conversation.-Beth? -Mom's voice was sobbing -I need you to come home please.-What's wrong mom? -Since I heard her tone of voice I went into alarm mode -I can't hear you very well.-It's your father...-What about him? I put a hand to my chest, I felt something wrong, I started to breathe sharply, I hope it wasn't serious news.-He had an accident wit
-I am...I was waiting for Nicholas' answer, I needed him to tell me the truth once and for all. I knew there was something fishy going on there but I couldn't figure out what at the moment. To tell the truth Tony looked like he was a very dangerous guy. And I didn't like Nicholas having dealings with them.-Nicholas?A female voice brought us out of our important conversation and made us turn our faces to a girl who came on the arm of a little girl. Nicholas had been half in shock when he saw her, suddenly his mood changed and he became serious. He clenched his jaw and his fists.-Amanda?-Nicholas, what a surprise to see you here," he approached with a smile. The girl was fair-skinned, her hair was yellow, her features were fine. The truth is that she was very pretty. And she was dressed young. My heart began to beat faster because I sensed something. And I hated when I sensed things because later they ended up being true.-Same here," Nick replied. Now they were seeing each other s
NICHOLAS-Please, you can choose any place you want to eat," he said confidently, leaving the building, I didn't want her to feel uncomfortable just by taking her to expensive or luxurious places, "I'll go quietly wherever you go," I nodded to make her feel comfortable.-Are you sure?" she frowned, still not believing my word.-If I'm telling you, it's just because, Beth," we got into my car. By the way, I know all these men you see here must make you nervous or uncomfortable, I know you're not used to seeing this, but it's for your safety.-I know and believe me, I still don't get the idea of having people like this near me," she buckled her seat belt, "but we have to talk about something very serious," she said glaring at me, deep down I knew what she meant, but I didn't want any lies between us, that way I would finish what little I have gained with her.-I smiled to get out of the uncomfortable topic, I started the car and we left.-Nick-he asked with his eyes straight ahead-why a
-Hold on! -Tom exclaimed, accelerating the bike further. While I was holding on tightly to his waist he was driving and sometimes shooting backwards. I could not believe I was in this situation, I was so afraid that a bullet would hit me in the back or in the head. As they were coming behind me, I didn't even notice. Maybe we were about half way, in the distance I could see some lights, I could not distinguish well because of the water that blurred my vision. -I think there are boats coming! -he let me know.As the boats approached, Tom slowed down.-Why are you stopping? -I asked.-I think I recognized someone.At that moment, a bunch of armed men came out of the two boats that were near us and started shooting at the guys who were behind us. I covered my ears because of the noise the shots were making, but I don't know what happened that I fell into the water. It was cold. When I surfaced, Tom was also in the water.-Beth! -someone shouted from the boat. It was Nick, he was dressed
It was very dark, I could hardly see the palm of my hand and those guys were coming after me, the worst thing was that I was running without any special direction, I just knew I had to run away from those guys no matter what.There were dry leaves and many branches, I dodged everything in front of me, the surface was uneven, so much so that I had to run barefoot. I kept running as much as I could, but my strength was also running out.In an unexpected movement I tripped over something and started to roll downhill, colliding with everything in front of me, I could even feel my ribs colliding with a very thick branch which made me change direction. I kept rolling until I fell to the bank of a kind of stream.My body was sore, I touched my side and felt a strong pain, most likely I had a fracture or something like that, but at least I could no longer hear the voices of those guys coming after me. I had to move from the spot, knowing those people for sure they would come for me.I got bac
The guys handed me over to the boss, who grabbed me by the hair and made me get into a boat.-Let go of me, asshole! -I wanted to get away, but it was useless. My scalp was already starting to hurt. I heard some gunshots that made me turn to where Nick and Nate were, I was so afraid for them. Afraid that they would do something to them or hurt them.-Come on, get in! -The boss pushed me, making me fall to my knees inside the boat. He then got in with two more men who held my arms.-Beth! -I heard Nick call me, I looked down the dock and there he was running towards me, other guys were behind.-Nick! -I started to yell at him but one of the guys covered my mouth.-Beth! -I was so close.The boss started the boat, pulling us away from the dock. I tried to break free and tried to scream but I couldn't. Tears rolled down my cheeks. Tears rolled down my cheeks. I was afraid. Afraid because I didn't know what would happen to me. Afraid of these guys.In the distance I saw Nick jump into the