CHAPTER 6

RAINORA

8.59am!

Tiny sweats slowly ran through my brows. That was the time I saw on my brown leather-strapped watch. I quickly paid the taxi driver as we stopped infront of  Wood Enterprises. It was a high sky scrapper that reflected the sun on its clean windows. I was amazed on the modern architecture, its tall building stretched high to the clouds. It was truly a magnificent sight. "Keep the change." I tipped the driver, he smiled cheekily as he gazed at my maroon slim-fit suit. I didn't have any formal suit so Eunice borrowed me one of her high-end suits. It accentuated my curves so I could feel the driver undressing me with his eyes.

"Thanks...first day right?" He asked as he turned away. "Yes" I nodded positively. Finally, I dropped down at the pavement as I hurriedly rushed into the sliding doors of the building.

The lobby was filled with various people of all works of life wearing brand label suits and accessories. I thought I was wearing something expensive, but compared to them. I looked like a fish out of the water. There was a large screen that displayed the company's products and commercials. At the far-end of the room, there was a long green sofa occupied with people who looked at me suspiciously. I saw the big clock positioned high reading minutes past 9, I hurriedly walked to the reception desk. I saw three ladies all looking very professional with their perfectly dressed hairs and their porcelain white skins, They wore tight fitted black suits that showed their appealing figures. They looked like the models shown in the commercials.  I was a bit nervous to approach them, as the lobby became quiet while I entered so everyone watched me closely as I moved towards them. Yet, I didn't allow that to scare me as I was determined to make the best out of my first day of work. "These city girls have nothing on me." I muttered quietly to myself to boost my self-esteem.

"Hi....I'm Rainora. I'm to resume working here today." I told one of the receptionist. She murmured something lowly to her fellow colleagues, which made them giggle. I could guess what they were whispering about but I pretended like I didn't know what they were talking about.

"Are you sure, I think you might have the wrong address." The receptionist responded sarcastically. She looked at me with dismay. 

"I'm sure I'm at the right place, Mr. Nikolas is expecting me." I replied, I couldn't wait to see their faces when they have to eat their words back when they find out. The moment I called his name, all their faces became pale with fear. She immediately picked up the landline to make a call. She later dropped the phone still astonished at me. 

"You can go through the securities to the lift, take the 68th floor. Someone will assist you when you arrive." The receptionist shocked while she still held the phone. She signaled the two burly men who stood at the entrance of the lift to allow me through. I moved with confidence while the receptionists still continued whispering, but I knew they will never mock me again.

I stepped into the lift and an elderly attendant smiled and greeted me. "What floor are you going to Miss?" "68th." I replied, his face suddenly changed but he continued with his friendly demeanor. 

We reached the 68th floor, the air and aura felt different. The entire floor was quiet with minimalist decorations and also armed burly men in black suits and glasses. The atmosphere felt tensed as there was a lady wearing a white long sleeve, with a high-waist light blue skirt with flattered her feminine features nicely. Along with high heels. She gave a wry smile as the doors of the lift opened.

"Hello Rainora, I'm May. Welcome to Wood Enterprises." She gazed intently. "I was directed by Mr. Woods to put you through on what your task will be as his assistant. His very selective and clear about your objectives." She signaled me to follow her as we walked towards a huge door with two gold platted handles. 

She pressed a door bell on the wall and stopped. I was dumfounded on what was happening like we entered a highly secured facility. A loud domineering voice shouted " Enter!" as the doors opened reflecting a bright light. She ushered me in as she stood still. 

I looked at the chiseled face man sat behind a desk who had a mischievous grin on his face...Nikolas.