All Chapters of Second Chance At Love: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

There was only one thing that repeated itself in my mind, and that was; the right outfit for the event. I didn't want to go there looking like a loser and I was sure that anything I had in the closet wouldn't help me blend in with others either. The mere thought that I had no proper clothing for the occasion, layered with the task of mingling with the high society people, made me horrified.“What did I get myself into? Places like that are not for people like me.” I thought “Where are we going? This is not the way to the office.” I asked glancing nervously at AlexHe didn’t reply. All his attention was directed to the road. Several minutes later we stopped in front of a beautiful-looking boutique with the shop window full of extravagant exquisite evening gowns and accessories.“Get down.” He commanded“What are we doing here?” I asked still confused and looking around “What do they do in places like this?” He replied I stared at him my mouth slightly agape. “You…you are taking me s

The remaining days of the week seemed to pass me by so quickly. Before I realized it, Saturday night had come, and I had to prepare for the gala. My heart was beating fast as I carefully laid out the beautiful dress Alex had gotten for me. I exhaled deeply and then gently slid the dress on, appreciating how it stretched over my body like a glove.I changed my look drastically from my usual high ponytail and sweats outfit to something more suited for the night. I touched up my makeup and styled my hair into soft waves. After that, I slip my feet into my favorite pair of black high heels that I have had for ages. They weren’t grand or glamorous, but I could manage with them because I was on a very tight budget and couldn’t afford anything flashier. The person I saw in the mirror seemed completely different as I took a final look.I grabbed my small clutch, making sure I had everything and as I was about to leave the room, I heard my mom’s voice call out from across the room “Sophie, Ar

I clutched my little purse tightly as I half-stormed, and half-stumbled out of that fancy ballroom. The tears were already spilling down my cheeks, staining my carefully applied makeup into a raccoon-eyed mess.Screw Alex and his bigshot world. Screw Polo Enterprise. Screw all of it.“Ms McDermott?” A voice made me jump as I pushed through the hotel's revolving doors to the valet area. It was one of the doormen, an older black guy in a fancy uniform.He gave me a concerned look. "Mr. Hernandez requested a car for you whenever you were ready to depart."I couldn't help but let out a hollow laugh at that. What is Alex all about? Has his sad little help delivered home safe and sound after demolishing her self-esteem?No thanks," I told the doorman, mustering as much poise as I could manage. "I'll make my own way."He looked skeptical but simply shrugged. "As you wish, miss."The cool night air hit my face as I staggered away from the hotel’s bright light on my favorite peer of heels tha

I stared at Alex in shock for a moment, my fork frozen halfway to my mouth“Your…your secretary? I managed to ask“Yes, and it’s effective immediately. I have been looking for a secretary since I got here and the whole process has been draining.”“I’m so sorry about that but I can’t be your secretary.”“Excuse you??”I had to come up with something to avoid working closely with Alex round the clock. “What I’m trying to say is that I’d be underutilized if I take that role. I believe I have so much to offer to the company.” “Now tell me what’s greater than serving this office. If you want to be of great value to the company then this is it. This office holds greater importance to Polo Enterprise and the Hernandez group as a whole “You can have anybody in the company as your secretary. Why me?”“I don’t think I owe you an explanation. You’re my employee and I want you as my secretary. That’s final. If you don’t want it then I’d be happy to accept your resignation or by this time tomo

Oh my godI've been eagerly anticipating the moment when Celine would say something nice to me, and today it finally happened. While it may not be significant to others, it truly meant everything to me. I couldn’t help but feel emotional."Thanks, Celine. This means so much," I said, trying to hold back the tears but failing miserably."Don't go crying all over the floor, I don't need you slippin' and crackin' your head open on me," Celine shot back, tossing a box of tissues my way as she turned to leave.I let out a watery little chuckle, dabbing at my eyes with the tissues.After finally getting myself together, I went back to my old desk and quickly packed up my things. Derby gave me a supportive fist bump as I walked past on my way out of the main office area towards my new workstation right outside Alex's door.I had just gotten my notepad set up when Alex came strolling out."Alright McDermott, quarterly meeting time. Let's go," he said brusquely."Coming, sir," I called out, g