Chapter 54

Aria

I couldn't sleep all night, not with the news Nathan had broadcasted to me us, and it was making me feel like an Ungarateful person.

I roll on the bed some more, wondering whether or not I should accept the offer Mr. Campbell gave to me and I soon came to a conclusion that, grandma needs all the help she can get with her health issues at this point in time, and my ego wasn't go to help in any way.

Waking up, I glanced at the clock and it was already 5 am and there was no way in hell I was going back to sleep.

"Keep your pride aside and accept the job Aria." I said to myself before hissing and walking into the bathroom to fix myself for my forag day at work.

When I was done, I quickly grabbed my towel, and head out for my room. It was a roller coaster of emotions as I had not even planned what I was going to put on to the office.

Not wanting to waste more time, I picked up my sky blue pair of trousers and a white innerwear, then scoop through my Wardrobe for a shirt and I was perfect.

With my long hair in a bun, I was good to go. My legs weren't too good in heels but I wore the lowest I got with Job. When I was done, I fixed my brows, put on some light lipstick and I was out.

At the living room, I found Nathan and Job already having breakfast, and Job offered me some, so I joined them. They were happy that I had finally reconsidered and thanked me for it. But they had no idea that I was doing ut for grandma and not myself.

"If everyone is done here, I will drop you first Aria." he said flashing a smile at me and I nodded shyly.

The drive wasn't that long and in some minutes we were at the building. Nathan wished me luck and Job padded my head like the good big bro that he is.

I walked inside, trying to keep my legs from weakening, but I had to be strong. I stopped at the receptionist, and since I was there yesterday, she didn't give me so much trouble. Seems like Mr. Campbell knew I will come back, so he had evey thing prepared. I walked towards the elevator and thank God, I didn't have to fumble with the elevator as there were other people also waiting for it.

I joined them in the wait and when it opened, we all went inside. when I was on the designated floor, I stepped out and breathe in heavily before heading for Mr. Campbell's office.

Clearing my throat for the last time I inhale and exhale, before finally mustering the courage to knock on his office door.

"Come in." He said in that deep and sexy voice of he's. Something moved in me and I couldn't tell what it was exactly. Hesitating for a second, i heard, "Are you going to come in Aria, or do you want me to come and get you?"

Dammmmn, there was no turning back. With q hush, I pushed open his office and our eyes collided immediately. The smirk on his face was so irritating but I had to keep my cool.

"Good morning Mr. Campbell." I spoke out and the next thing he says throws me off the bus.

"I knew you will come."

The bastard was trying to get under my skin. That's what rich people were good at. I faked a smile and then he rose again, giving me a clear sight of his tall and handsome self.

"I see that you were dropped by your boyfriend." His words fell off and I immediately said, "I don't have a boyfriend."

Jeeeez, why did I defend myself like that? As if I wanted him to really know that I'm single.

"Good, cuz I don't want my Personal assistant to be seen playing romance outside her work space."

I looked at him with my mouth drawn backwards, not even knowing what to do with him.

"Understood." I answered.

"Good." He said, walking back to his seat. "We leave for Houston in two hours. So you might want to get your yourself ready as well as other things."

"What?" The words came out of my mouth before I could even stop them. I was still standing where I was and had no idea on what to do.

"Do yo have a problem with that Miss Wales?"

"Yes, I mean no. Yes." Shit, I wasn't having this situation under control like I thought I had.

"Which is it? No? yes?" He asked with a straight face and I began feeling heat in the cold room.

"I---i ca---," I try to form words but I couldn't.

I knew he was going to loose his cool and fire me on the spot, but to my surprise, he asked me to sit down and calm down.

I looked at him again and couldn't believe my ears. Was this man trying to get on my bad side, then pamper me on it again?

"Miss Wales?" My name sounded like a candy on is lips.

"Sir?"

"Sir?" He asked and I realised my mistake.

"Sorry, Mr Campbell.." I try my best to be as calm as possible.

"What is the matter?"

"I do not have a passport and never had one."

He gave me a surprised look and asked if that was all and I squeezed my hands together and added,

"I had no idea we were to travel," O said calmly, "Today." I finally said.

"Do you know the role of a P. A?" His question threw me off the ground even though he asked it in the most calm ways ever.

"Yes, Mr Campbell."

"Good." He responded. "I will have a passport delivered to you and you will go shopping at the airport before we leave. My jet will be waiting for us."

"Okay sir." I answered looking as lost as ever.

Mr. Campbell knew I wasn't okay, so to make me feel better he said I could contact my close ones and tell them that I was going on a business trip with my boss. I nodded and stepped out.

Nathan and Job were rather happy for me and to my surpise, they told me to take a lot of pictures.

I felt relieved and for a minute, I smiled and turned around to walk back into the office when I saw Mr. Campbell standing behind me and his smile was everything I wanted in a man.

"Let's go."

"Now?"

"Yes, now."

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