Glamorous Star

Scarlett's POV:

Waking up from yet another nightmare, I struggled out of the couch, literally I slept in there with my belly fluttering with butterflies. Few hours passed and here I was preparing to go to work. Actually, I was going to work and not do anything dirty with anyone. My heart fluttered when I remembered his text messages and the fact that I was going to be seeing him today made me nervous. How do I even face him?

After dressing up, I made some sandwiches and chewed them all. Penning down a short note like I normally do before leaving for work, I soon left the house and walked over to take a cab. The morning chilling weather not forgetting to freeze me up.

Luckily for me, I was able to get a cab, it was quite hard to see one early in the morning especially this early, it was almost six thirty a.m so yeah, I was indeed lucky today.

Glamorous Star!. That was the name of the company I worked for. Founded by a famous politician, John Federico, initially his son Martinez Federico was the Chief Executive Officer, CEO.

When you talk about fame, riches, qualities, the best, the highest in rank then that will be Glamorous Star. Famous for its sophisticated marketing designs and promotion of fashion brands.

Glamorous Star had maintained the number one best global fashion and modeling advertisement in the world chart. Best selling company and fastest earning company.

Some famous models who resided here in Baridona were typically the company's product. Like Jennifer Tia. She was one of the best models in Baridona, top in the charts then down to Ciara Lopez, my favorite. Now anyone may wonder, since I had such a great opportunity to be working with the company then why wasn't I famous or don't have any connections with those famous models.

The thing was there were branches Glamorous Star had in numerous cities and I just happen to stumble upon one in Baridona.

And another thing was, in Glamorous Star, there's what was known as the high workers and the lower workers. High workers were for the already famous and low workers were for just the upcoming ones.

Well there were a lot of positions and a lot more to know about this company and I solely think it was an open opportunity for me to chase my dream of becoming one of the world's greatest models.

After paying for the ride, I highlighted from the taxi. Taking in a deep breath before turning towards the colossal building in front of me, one which made me look like an ant sized being.

Enormous.

Sophisticated.

Raining billions.

Natural light.

Spacious.

Made of glass.

No word could describe how perfect this company was. After passing through a lot of security officers and showing my ID badge to the receptionist, I soon made it to the elevator and it brought me to the floor I picked.

The whole place was somewhat silent, less busy than it was supposed to be. Workers running here and there and whispering to one another. Now, I was beginning to think I came too early.

" Is that who I think it is?"

Moving my gaze to the position of the voice, I found those two angels walking flanks, coming up to me in broad excitement. My lips curved into the widest smile as I dashed towards them and pulled them in for a hug.

" We've missed you so so much,"

I chuckled before pulling away from them.

Sonia and Zelda were my two best friends. I had known them for almost two years and it's funny how we became so close in such a short time. They were like sisters to me, two people in the world I never wanted to lose.

" We are so sorry Scarlett. We couldn't make it to the funeral. Boss Martinez restricted us all from coming except from Sam though,"

Sonia, an average height lady with tawny skin, long hair, tiny lips and rounded brownish eyes, said to me with a pout.

" I thought as much,"

I chuckled. He hated me so I was not surprised.

" So how are you catching up? And how's your mom and Max?"

Zelda, quite tall, beige skin, wavy hair. She was more of a taciturn person while Sonia was more of a Garrulous person. Fun fact, I was just like Zelda.

" We are fine,"

She nodded and smiled a bit before nudging my arm. Actually, she was the production assistant of the company while Sonia and I were part of the thing they called the 'fresh faces'. Nerds models to be precise.

" So how have things been since I left, it's been barely four days though,"

I asked as we began to head towards the open office.

" Not much happened. Unfortunately, Henry got fired and a new manager was hired a few days ago. He resumed work yesterday and he's been good so far. Girl, you gotta see that dude, he is a clear description of a bad hottie,"

Sonia giggled.

A new manager? Good one. At least I wouldn't get to see the pervert and incompetent face of his. Henry was a no good person, selfish, a pervert and had a lackadaisical attitude towards work. Good thing he got fired. Puff! I hate that guy.

" So what's with everyone leaving?"

" Oh shit, you weren't informed. We are moving to the resort for the company's marketing campaigns."

Sonia spoke.

" Oh!"

" How many days long?"

" A week or less. No one's sure, it depends on how fast things go,"

Zelda answered, collecting her phone from her purse.

" I didn't bring anything with me. Not even a toothbrush or my underwear. I think I should go back home to collect some of_"

" Chill-lax. Everything's settled. Stop acting like it's your first time,"

Sonia was right. I should probably stop exaggerating.

We watched the others do their things and as I watched, my eyes stumbled over to a figure who was walking towards this place, some paper files in his one hand while he operated his phone on his other hand. Like he usually does, a small brown towel was wrapped around his neck.

" Michael!"

Sonia yelled, waving her hand to catch his attention.

Michael looked up and in an instant his eyes found us, they grew wide the moment his gaze landed on me and within a minute he was already close to us.

" Mama mia! Scarlett,"

He abruptly embraced me. Squeezing my body tighter than ever, I thought I would lose my breath.

" Gosh! I've missed you a lot. How are you doing? And why are you here? You shouldn't have come, you are supposed to be resting. I actually planned on sending you an email concerning your resumption day but it seems like you already beat me to it,"

He was still the same as he had always been. His name was Michael but we called him Mike.

" Well, blame it all on the boss. He insisted I resume today,"

My statement did brought in a silence.

" Well that's weird," Zelda bellowed, crossing her arms.

" That's unusual. Have you seen him? Perhaps there's a reason he wanted you at work so early,"

" No not yet and I don't plan on seeing him till we get to the resort,"

" The resort, yeah! You know about that too. I was going to tell you but_"

" He's coming,"

Sonia retorted with a gasp and almost immediately my gaze captured him. I was blown away. There was the man my heart yearned for. His intimidating figure never betrayed him. He walked casually, slowly and gracefully. The white shorts he wore revealed his fresh flawless heavy packed tattooed legs. He wore a white long sleeve shirt that badly left his upper chest open, the black combat boots going with his style. The powerful aura which he seemed to exude was both mysterious, enchanting and most importantly, dark.

I watched him head away, he didn't notice our presence but he got nearer with each step. He was stopped by a staff member who seemed to frantically whisper something to him. What she had said might have gotten him angry with the way his face darkened.

The staff soon scurried away. My chest heaved with intensity when his eyes began to roam through the place, my inner mind praying he doesn't catch me drooling at him.

His curved chiseled jawline clenches. His hypnotizing deep hazel eyes roved the place until they settled down on someone.

Me!

I quivered, every cell in my body frantically yelled for him. His blackish curly long hair scattered through his head while a few strands settled on his face. His demonic face and demonic stare left me drooling.

His pupils dilated completely and his expression darkened as he slowly retrieved his gaze from me and continued his journey, he didn't spare me another glance until he got out of sight.

Again, I quivered.

Mike, being his personal assistant, excused himself and followed the boss.

Just the sight of him caused my body to go haywire. What was he doing to me? Being so affected by his presence alone made me insane. But hold on! What if...he actually meant it when he said we were going to...that he was going to have me scream his name in his office...on his desk. He was going to make me fix the condom!

I gasped, loud enough to gather attention.

" You seem tense. Are you all right?"

Concern hit Sonia's voice as she spoke. I nodded my head in positive and soon we began to head outside the company.

" It's kind of freezing today, isn't it?"

Zelda complained between shivering teeth.

" It's always cold,"

I complained with a low grunt.

We soon got outside, everywhere sort of busy, buses loaded with staff here and there while others arranged some equipment into other buses.

" We are taking that one over there and uh..."

Zelda said stretching her gaze to see who could be inside, when she got to, a slight gasp left her mouth.

" It's him. The new manager, Jones Hadwin! Go say hello,"

She nudged me.

Jones...what Jones....the one I know or...

" Scarlett,"

I didn't even get the chance to analyze my thoughts when Mike jumped out of nowhere and grabbed my shoulder. Hell!

" The boss wants to see you in his office now!"

" What! Why?"

I panicked almost as if I would drop dead anytime soon. The thought of him and I actually making out in his office...No! I shouldn't be thinking about such...

" Okay! Get along now, we'll be waiting for you in the bus and so will the new manager,"

Sonia leaned closer to whisper something to my ear.

" You're so going to get heated..."

I pulled away from her not wanting to hear more of her talks. She laughed and they began to head away.

I sharply exhaled before heading back inside the company. Taking the elevator that led to his office, I reached there and placed a soft knock on the door.

Knowing he wouldn't respond, I got in, cautious of my ability to hold myself.

And then I saw him standing by his desk, he held something in his that I couldn't quite see.

" Hi...I mean good day boss Martinez,"

His deep gaze met mine. Danger lurking at the edge of his dilated irises.

" Are you ready?"

The words rolled deeply, smoothly yet darkly out of his succulent lips. I gulped.

" I...I don't understand boss,"

Maintaining a straight face. He threw the thing he held down on his desk, my eyes widen the moment I recognized what it was... a condom!

He wasn't kidding!

" What? You thought I was kidding when I sent you that message?"

His deep bewitching velvety voice professed as he walked up behind me.

" N...no boss. I'm...here for work,"

I couldn't move, I couldn't retain my gaze from what was on the desk. Are we really doing this?

" Of course,"

His breathy words and his warm breath kissed the side of my neck. His huge muscular figure slowly embraced my little lithe frame. I shuddered. His fingertip seared a line along my neck down to my shoulder while his other hand found its way to cuddle my small waist.

The heat I felt became unbearable, I couldn't stand this. With a shift move, I got out of his grip, trying to control myself from shaking in front of him.

" You're my boss and I work for you and I strictly think it's best we remain professionals,"

I didn't wait to hear what he had to say, I dashed out of his office.