Josh POV
When I entered my villa all the lights are off, that's when I remember that Betty did not come today because she has an important matter to attend to in her family in her hometown. Their place is slightly far from City A. So that's why she needs t to be there for three days before she could come back here. This time she asks to leave for five days. So I might be alone in my villa for those five days. I open my fridge and get those cooked dumplings then put them in a microwave oven to heat them. After the heating is done I put it on the plate then slowly eat. While eating, I remember cass beautiful but lonely awra on the way home. I get my phone in my pocket then send her a message asking if she had already eaten. I can't help but feel delighted when I see her response. I just told her to continue eating her dinner. I would like to ask her what was she eating but I dismiss it in mind, I might be sound nosy. I wash my plate and put it on the
Cass POV I am still deep in my sleep when I was disturbed by the ringing of my alarm clock. I look at where the clock was put on then reach to turn it off. After turning it off, I did not get out of my bed instead close my eyes again. So because I don't have enough sleep, I easily go back to sleep. But after some time I dream that I heard my phone beep, which makes me awaken and frantically sit up on my bed holding my head. It was aching from lack of sleep. I grab my phone on top of my bedside table to check if I am just dreaming. My eyes widened when I see the message of Josh that said," Good Morning Cass, I presume at this moment that you are already awake. Because I will arrive in front of your apartment in any minute." I stood up immediately and rash to my bathroom to take a quick shower not even looking at the time. When I'm done, I walk out to the bathroom and grab my clothes as well as my bag. I put on my clothes and stand in front of the mir
Josh POV While I was engrossed in playing on my phone, a message from Cass pop-up on my notification. I clicked it to view what was her reply. I did not expect that she is already in the office at this moment. So I did not bother composing a response to her, instead put down my phone and started the car. I drove away from my villa, while driving my car my mind was still on the message that I just read. Is she really that early? Hmm, or might be responded to me like that in order to get back at me. I smile at that thought. Were like cats and dogs in that case. When I was about to pass by in her apartment, I saw someone sitting on the bench near the post of a street lamp. I slow down my car when I got a clear view of that person it was Cass, she just really want to get back at me. I stop my car in front of her then I called her out," Hey! Good comeback Miss Lim," I said. When she looks up and happens to fix in my direction, our eyes meet, And I can se
When I get out of his office after sending his coffee and schedule, I felt relieved. I really don't know how to address him. I go back to my office and continue working until I didn't notice the time it was already time for lunch. I snap back from my work when I heard a knock on my door. When I saw who it was, and see what was he carrying in his hand I smile with gratitude. " Thank you, Mr. Morris," I said. "It's nothing I see that you did not go out even if it is already time for lunch so I also grab food for you when I get out to buy food for Mr. Stanley," he said politely. I just nod my head as an answer to what he said. So after seeing me nod he gestured his hand to indicate that he would be going. He turns around to leave. totally out of my office, I stand up from my seat to eat. After having my lunch I decided to relax a little while, I sit down on my chair and lean my head on my table to take a nap. I sleep late so I did not sleep well last night that makes me felt a little s
While driving towards her apartment, I don't know what to say so I turn on the stereo on my car. The music played was a song title for the first time. I never thought before that someday I would listen to music and keep my attention on every meaning of the lyrics. I look at her from the side of my eyes while my eyes still fix on the road. I see her looking outside the window not knowing what she think. She was just calm, few minutes later she leans her head on the back of the chair while closing her eyes. I did not disturb her, I just continue driving. When we arrived in front of her apartment I saw her about to open her eyes so I look down from the side to open the door and get out. I walk towards the side of my car where she is sitting, I help her open the door. After she gets out I close it back. I told her to wait here and she just nodded her head then turn around to walk towards her apartment. I also walk to the driver's side of my car and get in. Seeing her was about to open h
I was stunned when I heard what he said. I can't believe the outstanding and handsome Josh Staley Of city A did not date anyone until now? And because of me? and I am the first woman he dated? Hmm, my hair must be very long. I didn't notice it. I keep my head down as if I'm so focused on my food. A few minutes of silence and he did not talk also," I-I can't believe that you like me. I-I am not fit with you...I mean your status and mine are not suited for each other," I said looking at him while I'm speaking he also look at me in my eyes. Which gives a shiver down my spine. " I am the one who knows who suits me or not. So don't ever look down on yourself, okay?" he said more like comforting me from feeling pity for myself. I felt warmth in his words. " How about your parents? I heard people in your level have already had their fiance chosen by their parents since they were young," I said while continuously eating my food. " Cass please, believe me, my parents have a candidate to be m
When I put down my glass I see her just holding her glass while staring at it intently. I remember that she had a low tolerance for it. " Oh, It's not that hard this is a low alcohol wine, it cant affect you even if you have a low tolerance of wine. We did not toss a drink in the restaurant so I decided to do it here," I said. " Don't worry I won't let you drink more just that to make a toss," I continued. She looks at me before taking a sip then gulp it in one go. She cringes after tasting it that makes her face a little flush. She looked at me," I'm sorry I am not good at this," she said embarrassed." I smiled at her," It's okay, don't be embarrassed about that," I said with satisfaction. In my mind, all the quality of a woman that I am looking for is with her. So she won't dream of skipping into my reach because I am going to look for her no matter where it is. When we are talking betty walk into the living room bringing some tea for us. " Don't make her drink too much just one s
I entered my apartment and close the door. I sigh when I was alone in the comfort of my apartment. Today is not tiring but an unbelievable event happens to me. Do I really was pursued by one of the billionaires and outstanding bachelors in city A? Oh my God, I feel like I was just dreaming. Okay, I think I need to take a shower to freshen up myself maybe that could help me absorbed the unpredicted happenings in my life that was started a few days ago. At first, I did not take it to heart. I just tried to ignore his persistence because I thought his just making fun of me. And here I am inside my apartment leaning in my apartment door lost in thought. After who knows how many minutes of being lost in my mind, I walk to my room, put down my things in my closet grab a towel before taking off my clothes, and get in the bathroom to soak myself in a warm shower. But before I could reach the bathroom door I heard a notification sound on my phone so I decided to just look at who it is before
When I came to my office, I knew Cass was not yet in her office, so I started doing my work. I was focus on my computer when my door open without me knowing and my mother walk in. I know Betty already told her and I can't be wrong for how many years I have known Betty very well. I was staring at her while she is walking towards me," Good morning son, How are you today? Is everything alright in the company?" she said sitting down on the chair opposite my desk. " Goodmorning mom, Everything is fine mom. What brings you here?" I said leaning a little to kiss her cheek. "Hmm, I just wanna check on you. You know your mom is bored I wonder if you had already found my daughter-in-law to be?" she asks with raised brows." Mom, please I already told don't make me rush. I promise I would bring you a daughter-in-law," I said in an irritated tone. " Oh? Why don't you call your executive assistant to bring me some juice and a coffee for yourself? " she said. " Mom...Fine," I said picking the phon
The family of three with Cass to make it four persons eating, chatting, and laughing at the dining table of the Stanley house was so harmonious to see. Josh was so happy today because he really achieved his goal to bring Cass for dinner in his parent's house and so as the coming dinner on the coming next months or occasion. Their relationship was getting better every day but they don't know that there is a coming storm that would shake their relationship more than they expected. The dinner ended a little longer this time because they don't realize that they're taking too much time on it because they are happily chatting with each other. After dinner, Josh drove off to Cass's apartment. While in the car they don't talk much and it did not take long they arrived in front of Cass's apartment. He also goes back to his villa after sending Cass. Today Josh was so tired that after going inside his bedroom, he take a shower and drop his body on his soft bed, and when his head
Josh POV I was so amused that I almost forgot that I was talking to her on the other line. Today is her day off so I called her thinking she was already up, but I didn't expect that it was almost ten o'clock in the morning that she is still sleeping. I was just teasing her when I told her that she would go out of her bed to open the door for me, but she did not let me finish speaking when she hung up the phone. I thought she was that sleepy so I did not call her again just to let her sleep a little longer. But when my phone rang and I saw her calling I have my initial guess and it was confirmed when she said that I fooled her. After I laugh out my amusement for her, I comforted her which it take a lot of effort to comfort her. Until now, while I was looking at the content of the documents that were piled up on my table, my mind is still on the conversation I was with her a while ago. I tried to shrug it off but it continue to surface in my mind. After
Cass POV It was one month now from Josh's mother's birthday and is also the day of our first monthsary. Josh and was getting well, he is sweet, caring, and thoughtful to me. I didn't see a reason not to accept him because even his family welcome me by treating me well. This one month of being his girlfriend is making me weak in front of him. I felt being protected when I am beside him. During work, we are professional in front of others but when we are alone we are boyfriend and girlfriend. The more days we spent together the more my feelings towards him became clearer. It never occurred in my mind that I would become the girlfriend of my boss not even in my dreams. Today is my day off and I was awakened very early that it is just three o'clock in the morning and here I am staring at the ceiling for about an hour. I don't know why but my eyes can't go back to sleep anymore which really happens to me. I grab my phone to play hoping sleepiness will come back after a while of p
It was almost three o'clock in the afternoon when I was done digging those files, I lean my back on my chair to relax the stiff that I feel from my back. I saw my phone from the side and check if there's a message that I did not hear because of being too focused on my work. I am not mistaken I have a message and it was from Cass. When I open it, she was asking if I have any allergies to food. I felt a warmth reading her message. I decided to call her, when the call gets through the line I was answered by a hoarse voice that seems like just woken up from sleep. I ask her if I have disturbed her but she said it's okay. Maybe she was really sleepy that's why she decided to be absent from work today. I told her that I have an allergy to peanuts and that's all. We did not speak that long for I have a meeting to attend so I end up the call and promise to come in her place after work. I am excited to end this day because of her invitation for dinner and I also plan to get her something lat
Cass POV I felt the sun rays spreading their warmth across my skin as it pecked through the window, as I had forgotten to close the blinds last night. I open my eyes and look a the ceiling and the memories of last night flooded my mind, I realize that we are now an official couple started last night. Ugh, I subconsciously wipe my hands off my face that reminds me he kissed me. Oh, that was my first kissed its been taken away by him. I felt my cheeks burning with that thought, how would I face him. Last night I was like floating in the air after everything that happens because I can't believe what happen is like a flash of lightning. I woke up a little late today but I felt not in the mood to go to the office today because I don't know how I could handle my boss was now my boyfriend? What the heck was going on with my life. After thinking too much about the happenings last night I slowly get out of my bed and walk to the bathroom. Maybe I just need a shower to wake me up tota
Josh POV I can't explain how I felt this time, I can say my plan for today was very successful. Cass and I become official and my plan to do it on my mother's birthday for the purpose of making her happy was successful too. After I send Cass to her apartment I did not go back to my parent's house. I go home to my villa, I want to be alone while thinking. I want to celebrate our relationship but maybe after one month, I would surprise her. I arrived at my villa, it is dark because betty is in the mansion so I am literally alone in my house this time. I park my car in the garage then entered the house and turn n the lights. I walk to my mini bar to our a glass of wine for myself before going into my bedroom. While sipping the wine a thought came to my mind, I am now a man that has a girlfriend. That thought makes me smile, I really come to this moment like an idiot smiling alone while thinking a girl. Is this really like this? I sigh and stood up to go to my bedroom. I remove
Cass POV I was like hit by a flash of lightning upon hearing him ask the question that I am not ready to answer yet. I don't want to embarrass him in front of many people. My mind was struggling to form an answer for that. When I saw him walk in my direction, every step he made makes my heart beat rapidly. When he told me that he is not like the other rich people who are difficult to be with. I saw his eyes pleading while convincing me of those words. Honestly, I had left with no choice but to answer him the answer that he wants to hear. The happenings tonight make me unsettled. I was thinking about what would be my next life after this night. I can say that his mother was happy to hear us become together. But there's part of my mind ask like, are they really genuine with the attitude they're showing me this time? When his mother said what they want me to call them, I was shocked that I uttered an answer that I thought I only said in my mind only to realize that I say it out
Josh POV I began to panic when I saw her unreadable expression after hearing what I ask her. I choose this time to make it as a gift for my mother. I know my mother was longing for this matter and now that I let her witness this I'm sure she would be happy. I can also see that my parents are okay if Cass will be my girlfriend. She is just staring at me without moving which made my panic grow even more. I saw her blink her eyes and look around her then back at me. She stands up while her eyes are still fixed on mine, that's the time that I walk towards the place where she is. I was afraid that she would run away from here. When I am in front of her I put my hands on her shoulder," Please? Give me a chance to prove myself that not all people that have the status like me are judgemental, bad-tempered. I promise I won't hurt you," I pleaded. " Okay," is all she uttered but it's just fine for now later I have all the time to confirm it. " Is that mean you accept to be my girlfrie
The days had passed as quickly as the blinking of our eyes, and every day working and talking to Josh makes us even closer to each other, like best friends sharing some life experiences, giving each other advice, sometimes talking and laughing to each other. But all of that, I did not realize until now. I just go with the everyday flow of my life. When we forgot to check the time and realize it later, it was already dozens of days that we missed to count. Today is not an exception, it is more than dozens of days had passed because today is the thirtieth day of the month. And it's Josh's birthday that she ask me to organize in advance which I already did. I hope nothing went wrong and the birthday party will be successful hopefully. I was preparing myself in my room sitting in front of my vanity mirror. I put on light makeup and lipstick which is not exactly red just the right color for my complexion. I dressed in a rosewood silk dress, that has the thinnest straps that hung quite lo