Just at the mere sight of her, all my muscles tightened with a throbbing need.I felt the urge to see her face, and as if on cue, she turned her head and our eyes locked.I sucked in my breath as I met her eyes. I was stunned. My breathing caught up in the air for a second. I felt a lump stuck in my throat, with my heart beating rapidly and loudly against my ribcage. I could hear it in my ears. I felt stupefied. She was staring back at me with a tilt on her slightly dimpled chin, and I know that kind of look.A satisfied grin briefly broke on my lips.Bloody hell, she's gorgeous! I mentally groaned.Those alluring vivid green eyes that stared at me so innocently, caught me off guard.Does she work here?I felt my phone vibrating in my pocket, snapping me out of my haywire thoughts.I acquiescently tore my eyes away and strode off to my private elevator.I pulled out my phone from the breast pocket of my suit and check the caller mindlessly. My head was still lingering on the brunette w
"This is going to sound crazy, but... from the moment I first set eyes on you, I haven't been able to stop thinking about you." - Leigh Fallon------------------------Alessandra's POVMy work begins with filing reports and reorganizing the system.I was on the last file when I noticed Mr. Hernandez's head peeking through his office door."Ms. De La Vega," he called in his nasal tone, causing my whole attention to drift to him. "Will you please prepare the Account Summary reports for the last quarter? Mr. Demakis will see me in an hour." He asked politely."And please, bring it in when he's here. I may need you to stay with me and take notes too, will you?" He added on as he smiled."Yes, sir," I replied with a small tight smile, nodding my head.Mr. Demakis?I remember those ladies at the front desk saying he's the CEO. Of course, that hot guy. And I'm going to meet him on my first day?I hope, I don't make any mistakes. I don't want to look stupid in front of him. He doesn't look ap
I pulled my hand in a brisk move. The warmth of his palm seeped through my mine and slithered through my body like fire, startling me.I felt like an electric bolt had rushed through my veins and unto my heart, making my heart beat faster than ever.I looked at him, frowning, holding his eyes, wondering if there was any telltale that he felt the same, But he just looked at me as if I am some peculiar thing.I had no idea if he felt it too. Or was it just me?Before it became awkward, Mr. Hernadez's office door opened up, and he saw Mr. Demakis.Triple crap!He gave me specific instructions.When the CEO arrives, I will send him into my boss' office. With the papers.And here I am, thirsting dumbly over the CEO.What a great start to my first day."Mr. Demakis, you're here!" Mr. Hernandez exclaimed warily as he quickly walked closer to us, looking apprehensive."I'm sorry if you waited long. I see you met my new secretary?" Mr. Hernandez apologized anxiously, though he made an effort to
"Thank you, sir," I replied with the most impassive tone I could muster.I could feel my legs starting to feel like jelly.Then, he disappeared through the door, to my relief.I let out a loud, relieved sigh, forgetting about Mr. Hernandez's existence. He looked at me with curiosity.I just shrugged my shoulders and headed to the door."Looks like Mr. Demakis had an eye on you, Ms. De La Vega?" My boss playfully remarked before I could reach the door lever handle.He is smiling thought-provokingly.I just smiled back in silence, reached out for the door handle, and pulled it open.I walked out the door with my whole body burning with embarrassment.Mr. Hernandez aparently witnessed all that.But before I could close the door behind me, he spoke again. "Thank you for today, Alessandra!" I nodded my head, forcing down the flush settling on my cheeks. "Mr. Demakis seems so pleasant today. I have never seen him act so cooly since I started working with him."I looked at him quizzically. "O
I was watching her as she spoke with someone over the phone. I heard her mention Sheena, one of the girls from the Accounting Department."Oh, sure. Perfect since we're not doing anything tonight. It's nice to loosen up a bit. Ali wouldn't mind." Then she stopped and listened while eating the rest of her noodles."Yes.""Okay, we'll see you shortly, then." She hung up."Looks like we've got something to do tonight!" She singed out, giggling as she made some funny dance moves."That was Sheena. She's inviting us to join them, clubbing with Railey, Shannon, Nico, Nazi, and Rizza.""Who's Shannon and Nico?" I asked. I don't remember meeting them."Oh, those lovers from the Financing Department. They're Rizza's best friends. They're both cool. You'll like them." Lucy explained, smiling reassuringly."So, would you like to go?" Lucy asked hopefully, throwing me puppy dog eyes. She knew I couldn't resist."Please, since we don't have anything to do," she added."Those guys seem pretty cool,
"A kiss that is never tasted, is forever, and ever wasted." — Billie Holiday---Alessandra's POVLucy looked stunning in her green dress, which brought out her creamy skin, and dark hair.The color complimented her truly.With scoop-asymmetric neckline and lace-up details at the back of her dress, it hugged her body beautifully. A zipper on the side concealed, and the dress reached just above her knees. She completed her outfit with black pumps and just a few accessories.I, on the other hand, wore a blue, sleeveless, heavyweight, luxe bandage dress featuring a sexy cut-out back. I completed it with a towering black heel and a contrasting clutch.I worked my hair up and let a few hair locks fall on my face to give it shape and flaunt my slender back.I wore silver dangling earrings and a silver watch.Lucy made a poor whistling sound that made me giggle."You look hot," Lucy praised, skimming me up and down.I grinned coyly. "You don't look bad yourself, Lucy!" I said, a teasing open
They looked at each other with adoration."Wow, I would love my friend to be my boyfriend, too, but unfortunately, Ali can't be my boyfriend," Lucy joked, causing everyone to burst out laughing."But, seriously, you guys are lucky. You found each other," she sincerely added as she took her first sip."I agree," I said, nodding my head. "I believe that friendship is one of the main recipes of a good relationship," I added.Shannon bobbed her golden head in agreement. "Trust and respect," she supplied, and we agreed."Damn!" Sheena giggled, staring at Lucy with mischief. My attention drew to her."There are a bunch of hot millionaires and billionaires here, Lucy," she winked at her. "This is the bar where most hot shots come to hang out and let loose," she added, grinning mischievously.Lucy just smiled, but obviously, of little interest.Perhaps for them, a place to get laid."So, Alessandra, are you dating anyone?" Railey asked.Tearing my eyes away from Sheena, I gave her my attention
Stavros' POVIt was crazy busy inside once I got in. My eyes automatically scanned the area looking for my friend particularly. He is usually sitting in our favorite spot, but I didn't see him there or anywhere.I strolled aimlessly across the crowded room with my eyes scanning each guest until I spotted someone familiar.A certain green-eyed I've been trying to get out of my mind.My heart suddenly beats like a goddamn drum, too loud I could hear it in my ears so loud, it felt deafening. Feeling the butterflies were set off inside my stomach. I find it weird. I've never felt it before.For some reason, I felt giddy. Excitement filled me overwhelmingly, and the possessive part of me, which I realized I had in me, nagged at me persistently.She's sitting alone on one of the lounges, animatedly watching people dancing, all smiling while sipping her drink. She looks like she's enjoying herself.I was about to walk in her direction when someone patted my shoulder from behind. I grunted in
"Thanks," I said as I handed it over to him, feeling disappointed. And as if he could read my mind."Mr. Demakis is on the phone so he can't pick you up himself." Pancho explained briefly."I understand Pancho!" I said, smiling at him reassuringly.We were on Lexington avenue. I felt bored. I looked in the rear mirror, and Pancho was fixed on driving. So, I fished my earphone from my purse and plug it in my ears.Plugging the earphone jack on my phone, and tap on my music. After a few seconds, Taylor swift's song shake it off is playing.I closed my eyes, and just listened to the song.Stavros house is 25-30 minutes drive.Another song of hers played. I think it's called blank space. And, I was singing along softly, still eyes closed.Nice to meet youWhere had you been?I could show you incredible thingsMagic, madness, heaven, sinSaw you there and I thought oh my godLook at that face, you look like my next mistakeI smiled at the lyrics as I sang it, and continued singing along.."L
Or is it just because my feelings for her didn't change a bit? And, I'm being too sensitive. Taken by her completely and irrevocably."I love you, too," I mumbled acquisciently, barely audible. And her betrayal played in my head.I threw the phone on my bed, and walked briskly to the mini room.It is an open decent size room across the bed, with a gray L-shape settee and a white ottoman table, and two gray armchairs with round small table in between. Leaning against the clear glass wall, giving a good view of the backyard.I saw my food tray on the table, with a glass of orange juice, coffee, blueberry oatmeal, two brown toast, scrambled eggs, and bacons. I start digging my oatmeal, I realized I am famished.After finishing the food, I felt replete. I put the empty glass on the food tray, the plate and bowl, on top of each. I rose from my seat, with my coffee, and headed to my office. It is located downstairs.I met Luciana and Pancho as I was trudged down the stairs.They both look at
I fished out my phone from my pocket, and saw two missed calls and messages. All from Alessandra. I closed my eyes, trying to ease the pain that starting to envelop in my heart. My hand involuntarily clenched around the sleek metal. My heart feels raw, humiliatingly betrayed. I felt like a sharp knife was being stabbed in my heart, and twisting it slowly painfully, over and over.And why the pain is always fresh?Can I just move on and not feel the pain?If only there's a way to stop this feeling."Damn! Dammit, Alessandra!! Arghh..." I groaned loudly.I chucked the phone on the bed in frustrations. I briskly walk back to the washroom, turn the tap on and splashes my face with cold water.I look in the mirror, and I see blue, cold piercing eyes with dots of red staring at me. Ruffled and crumpled hair, chopped lips, and dry skin. I looked messed, loser, defeated, betrayed, and deeply humiliated!Fuck!The scenario yesterday oscillated back in my head with that guy kissing my Alessandra
Thank God, they both heard me.Lucy continued eating, my brother made his coffee."Where did you sleep last night, Carlos?" I asked out of curiosity, trying to break the deafening silence.Carlos looked at Lucy warily, and Lucy snapped her head in Carlos' direction. Then my brother looks back at me. Those two are definitely talking through their eyes. It's odd. Definitely strange.What have I been missing?"At the couch," he responded anxiously.I let out a sigh, and decided to ignore the curiosity nagging deep within me.So I just shrugged my shoulders.Honestly, I'm not in the mood to interrogate today.And knowing the two are both stubbborn, it's just gonna be a waste of breath."So how long will you be here?" I inquired. Not that I don't want him here. I'm just curious. He never likes to leave our country. He was forced when he went to university in Oxford."I have two businesses to attend. It may take four to five days to settle, and then I'll fly back to Spain," he explained brie
"A single moment of misunderstanding is so poisonous, that it makes us forget the hundred lovable moments spent together within a minute." - Khushi throneAlessandra's POVI opened my eyes, and squinted, until my vision adjusted to the bright light as it flooded the room. I'm glad it's Saturday. My eyes involuntarily traveled to the clock, and it says eleven in the morning. I've slept longer today. Then, I remembered my brother and Lucy. He took care of Lucy last night. "Did he sleep here?" I wondered.I sprang out of my bed, and scrambled to the washroom. I washed my face then brushed my teeth in haste. I washed my mouth as quickly as possible, and put my toothbrush back in the holder. And without glancing on the mirror like I used to, I walk... rather run downstairs. I found Lucy sitting at the table comfortably, looking well and refresh. No traces of being ill last night."Good morning Lu!" I chirped gleefully as I made my way to the kitchen counter, straight at the coffee machine
Stavros' POV.I was still pre-occupied about what happened today. The New York Times Magazines had finally agreed to stop publishing the story. But they can't retrieve those that already sold out, which is just fine, it will definitely die down."Knock. Knock..""Come in," I said.Andrea opened the door and walked in a few steps. "Is there anything you need Sir, if nothing, may I leave?""Yes, you may leave Andrea." I consented dismissively."Thank you and enjoy the rest of the night Mr. Demakis," then she left closing the door behind her.I decided to just go home and do the rest of my work. I stuffed all the documents, bunch of folders in my suitcase then stood up and head out.I was walking to the door when I saw Ali holding on Lucy's hand. I got worried, As I was about to push the door open, I saw a very tall, very handsome guy with lightly tanned skin, blue eyes smiling as he approaches them, looking at Alessandra adoringly and kissed her on the cheeks. I froze then quickly turne
Krystina's POV.Shit! Shit!!!!!I slammed the magazines on the coffee table and got up walking back and forth in my living room at my penthouse in New York. I know Stavros is back here in New York.Shit!"This is not true. It can't be right. She can't fall in love because Stavros doesn't do love!" I screamed.I need to make a move or else I'll lose him forever. I've waited long enough. I can't be just a toy to him forever. I deserve a title. Krystina Demakis. Yes, it sounds right! I said grinning foolishly.I took my laptop and turned on. I type in Maria Alessandra De La Vega on the searched engine. There's not much of a picture of her. A few with her father and her mom. Her mom is breathtakingly beautiful. A famous model on her time, beauty, and brain.I groaned in frustrations. I turned my laptop off. "If you want to know something about someone, call a detective," I murmured. And, I know someone just perfect for this job. He already worked for me.That's when I needed a background
Alessandra's POV.I was so tired today, but happy that Stavros let me work in my office. He argued at first, but gave in after. I know Mr. Hernandez was happy today because the meeting with the client went well. And, he had left home early today because it's his wife birthday. Another reason why I insisted on working in my office to help my boss more so he can get off early.Tonight I'll be spending with Lucy and my beloved brother. It's going to be fun. I mean it sarcastically. My brother is always brooding. He's no fun at all. I don't understand why and how my best friend falls for him.I started putting the files in the filing cabinet and be done for the day. I was done and walk back to my desk when I saw Lucy at the door. I took my purse and walked to the door."How's your day?" I queried not mindful enough of her."I was fine while ago, but now, I'm feeling lightheaded," she replied in a coarse voice.My head suddenly whipped to her, she does look pale. My motherly instinct sudde
Stavros' POV.It's been three days since I was back from Greece. And, all I did was working, though Alessandra was working in my office except today, because Mr. Hernandez needs her, according to her. Although Mr. Hernandez was ok without her, but she insisted and argued with me. So, I let her work in her office today before she gets mad at me and that's the last thing I wanted her to feel about me.I had to find a way to make her work with me. I was thinking about hiring her as my Personal Secretary, but what am I gonna do with Andrea?I won't be able to see her tonight. She said she will make it up to Lucy. I can't wait for the weekend to have her in my house. I was so happy when I saw that look in her eyes as she looked around my house. Definitely she loved what she had seen. She's the very first girl I brought in my house, of course except Luciana.There's a knock in the door. "Come in!" I called out.Andrea walks in with a magazine in her hand. "What is it, Andrea?" I asked frown