All Chapters of The Corporate Diary of Eniola Fayola: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

I stopped a few steps away from the table and waited for a reaction but he turned his attention back to his coffee like I simply did not exist. I gulped nervously but moved forward. I quietly slid into the opposite chair and greeted him.There was no response, not that I expected one. He handed me a brown envelope before he set down his mug and walked away.My shoulders sank in disappointment.I was done for but how could I blame him though?I accused him of something terrible without checking the facts first. He had been nothing but patient with me all the while and that was how I repaid him. I had to find out what happened the previous night.I stared at the dish the waiter placed before me and picked at the meal. I forced myself to eat because, despite my lack of appetite, I knew I needed some food. I had been unconscious for most of the previous day and already felt the pangs of hunger when I woke up.Besides, it might be th

Thursday, 25th February 2016.The following day was the fifth day of our stay with only two days to go so I made a resolve to speak to Mr Jacobs. We could not return to Lagos that way. It would only make working together difficult, more than it already was.I dressed quickly and made my way to the breakfast area.He had taken a seat in a corner so I quietly made my way over to him from behind. He was busy with his phone.“Good morning, Mr Jacobs,” I said. “Who’s that behind you, Daniel?” A voice said from the phone.It was a video call. He looked up from his phone and glanced at me.“She’s my assistant, Miss Fayola.”“She’s pretty-”“I have to go now, bye.” He ended the call.I stood awkwardly behind him till he gestured to the seat across him.“Sit.”My mood plummeted with guil

Monday, 29th February 2016.The following day, I made a list of things to do before work resumed on Tuesday. Luckily, Mr Jacobs took Monday off so I was free too. I freshened up, got dressed and went downstairs dressed casually in a black hoodie and denim shorts. The weather was quite good that day.I called mom to let her know I arrived safely. I learned that dad was doing a bit better than before but I knew I had to go home and see for myself. I later got on the phone with Lara.“What, a fire incident?”“My house is gone, Lara. I feel horrible.”“Do you want to come to my place? You know you’re always welcome here.”“It’s fine, I’ve got a place to stay till I get back on my feet.”“Oh, where’s that?”I wondered if I should tell her or not. She might overreact.“Um, my boss got me a place.”

Melody took a deep breath and released it softly.“When I first started working at Legacy, I was overwhelmed by the attention I received from my colleagues, especially the men. I mean nearly every day someone asked for my number or asked me out on a date. I thought I was lucky, I felt flattered that I was desirable.” Her eyes had a faraway look.“So, what happened?” I asked.“Anyway, after a while, I realized that people are usually just interested in the ‘new girl’ and the interest wanes when another pretty face shows up. Many men at the company are like that and Victor isn’t different. He goes after nearly all the recruits, despite his on-and-off relationship with Favour.”I sighed and rolled my eyes.“You could have at least told me the truth.”“I’m sorry but I thought it was the best approach. I mean, you seem like someone who simply can’t break the rules

Sunday, 6th March 2016I felt like my head was about to explode.“Ugh…” I groaned as I sat up. “Lord, I am never drinking again.”I frowned when I heard movement nearby.What the heck? Someone was moving around in my apartment. I was the only one who lived here!I moved to get up from the bed but landed in a heap on the floor when the bed sheets tangled around my legs. I looked up to see my boss walk into the room.“Oh good, you’re awake.”I slowly pinched my cheek to be sure it was not a dream.“I assure you this is very real.”What have I done? “No need to look so mortified. You were in safe hands last night.”“L-last night?”“Yes, last night.” He paused and watched me carefully. “You don’t remember?”“Remember what?” I