Chapter 3
Thainah's Pov
I took a deep breath before entering Boss's office, I still can't move on from what happened last night.
Embarrassing! I slide the door to open. Boss's face was immediately what I saw. My heartbeat quickened but I ignored it. I have to show or hint that that just doesn’t exist. I laid the folders on her table. My throat was dry especially when I could feel his stares at me.
When I landed the folder, I arranged for us. I looked at him. He's grinning like a crazy one. I sneezed.
'' You have a contract signing at 10 am with Mr. Lim and meeting with the board at 11pm to 1pm '' I said firmly and professionally, his looks are really strange.
He nodded.
''Cancel the meeting '' he said and I'm shocked.
Just now he canceled the meeting, even though he and Ma'am Kaye had a date, he really put the meeting first so I was really shocked.
Yes? '' I can't believe.
I have things to do. Cancel the board meeting, I have a walk at that time '' he said, I nodded quickly.
"Okay Boss" I said and turned around, I was about to walk out but Boss stopped me from speaking.
'' You'll come with me '' he said, my eye widened as I turned at him.
'' B-Why me? '' I asked, startled and wondering.
Even I was surprised by my question, like duh! You're his secretary, what do you think? Date?
Her eyebrows rose as if she didn't like my answer.
'' Why not you? '' He firesback and I'm like ... Dumbfounded.
Yes, why not you? Eh you are your secretary.
I adjusted myself, I was embarrassed there.
"Yes, Boss" I said and turned around again but he spoke again.
'' By the way '' I turned again at him.
What's up ?! Doesn't he just fall in love with her face? Hard to hold back!
''What? Boss ''
'' Refrain on calling me Boss outside, just Zephyr— ''
'' Zeph! '' We muttered together.
Zeph is more okay, he’s the boss.
Wait, what's wrong with me?
I saw him smile, sh*t!
'' Zeph then '' he said.
I stopped talking and just turned around. I hurried out of his office. I touched part of my heart. I feel like my heart is beating really fast. Too fast. I breathe a deep breath. I went back to my seat and did what Boss asked me to do. I canceled the Board Meeting. We will just do contract signing now.
I also finished my tasks right away. Boss and I are also here at a Restaurant. Contract signing. I was next to Boss and supported them both on contracts.
Your Secretary is so very active and eligible, Mr. Allistair '' complimented Mr. Lim, I smiled at Mr. Lim
Thank you, Sir '' I said formally.
Do you have a boyfriend, Ms. Secretary? '' He asked, staring at me.
I was shocked when Boss’s landing on the contract was strengthened.
"I don't want to sign this contract. This meeting is adjourned. Let's go, Thainah" he said coldly.
He pulled me quickly so I immediately took our gear. We are leaving the Restaurant. I looked again at Mr. Lim, looks shocked.
Boss pulled me over until we could get in the car. He got into the Driver Seat.
'What did you do Boss? If you sign that contract, Our company will be in eas— '' I fell silent when he hit the steering wheel. His jaw tightened and he seemed to be calming himself. What happened to him?
It was okay earlier ...
'Our Company don't need them. That f*cking man is not a lost! So please shut up! '' He said angrily.
I fell silent and did not speak.
I heard him cursed and I don't know why he's angry. We were quiet on the flight until we arrived at the Allistair Condominium. He also owns it.
"Get out" he said, I quickly removed the seatbelt and arranged my belongings.
I was just quiet until the exit. I don’t know why we’re here but I don’t want to ask. He shouted at me in pain and still fresh. I just followed him until entering his condo.
In the two years I have been working I have only just entered his condo. I stopped admiring her condo. He might scold me again.
Sit down. I'll get you something to drink '' he ordered so I immediately sat on the couch.
The softness. I was just silent as I sat down. He has a big condo. There is also a second floor. The rooms seem to be there. The living room is spacious and the chandelier is also lit. The tv is big. There is also a large kitchen that is about the size of our living room at home. It has an island counter. There is also a counter and there are wine displays there. It's like a real house.
The bag has mineral water that is social. Boss presented to me.
'' Drink this '' he said.
I nodded and took the water. I drank it. Her water seems to have flavor. Strawberry flavor!
I didn't know where to put my eyes because he was in front of me and smiling.
"I want you to cook something for me," he ordered.
'' Y-Yes, Boss '' I replied.
I quickly got up and went to the kitchen. I searched her refrigerator and saw the large wooden cupboard.
'' That's my refrigerator. Open that and you'll see the ingredients. I want it so good, Thainah '' he said.
I nodded, still not looking at him. I go to the refrigerator and get my dishes.
I cooked Adobo. I could feel the presence of Boss behind me as if he was watching me cooking. I was tempting to look at him but I restrained myself. I just bothered to cook the dishes. I won't add too much because he's the only one to eat. I can put the leftovers in the refrigerator so he can heat them up tonight. After I cooked I prepared at the table. I removed the apron I was wearing and arranged it where it was placed.
I looked at Boss. He was just looking at me. It looks like something is bothering him.
"B-Boss, do you want dessert?" I asked.
Why does he have to look at me like that.
He shook his head.
'' No. It's fine '' he replied while looking at the dish.
I try to smile even though I don't really want to smile.
"Eat it, Boss." I said and she just nodded.
I just looked at him until he sat down, he looked at me.
"Sit" he ordered again, I shook my head.
"I'm still full, I ate breakfast" I refused.
The truth is I haven’t eaten yet. I'm early now because I thought my relationship with Boss would be going well now. I was excited and this is what will happen.
He frowned.
"Sit and join me," he said again, shaking my head.
"I'm still really full." I refused again, why is he so hard?
He raised an eyebrow at me.
'' Do you want me to beg for you to join me, Thainah? '' He asked.
''No''
I sat down and ate quietly as well. We ate well. Boss seems to have a manner of eating. He does not speak when eating. Ma'am Lucia really raised him well. So Billionaire eh. When we finished, I washed and cleaned. He looked at me again.
'' Are you mad at me? '' He suddenly asked, I turned to face him.
"No, Boss," I refused.
I'm not angry, I'm just afraid he'll shout again. I don’t know why he was angry earlier but I feel it’s my fault.
'' Then why are you so silent? I'm not used to it '' he added.
What does he think of my mouth? Talking machine that occasionally speaks?
I bowed. Thinking of an answer. I just stopped thinking when he spoke again.
'' I'm sorry if I acted like that. I shouted at you, I didn't mean to. I'm just pissed off of that Man! '' He said angrily.
"W-you don't have to be angry." I said softly as I bowed.
'' He asked if you have a boyfriend! Dang it! Do you really think I would let him ?! '' he hissed.
I bit my lip. My heart is pounding. What does he want to convey? He looks like a jealous boyfriend.
'' It's not a big deal, Boss ''
'' D*mn not! '' He groaned.
'' It's a big deal to me! ''
I couldn't help but look at him. I was confused looking at him. He even looked surprised at what he said.
He averted his eyes, I felt sad to avoid him.
"Let's buy groceries," he said suddenly and turned his back on me.
What is he doing this to me? He's making me so confused.
I’ll admit I really contributed to Boss. Because that's the first yelled I've ever received from him. But even though I was upset with him I still went along. Now, we're in his car, driving to Supermarket. We will buy food.
"Have you been to the grocery store yet?" Boss asked, turning to me. I turned at him. His extremely high nose did not pass me by.
Really handsome.
"It's over Boss, Papa does the grocery," I replied.
He nodded while still focused on the road.
'' Where's your mother? '' He asked again.
'' She died, Boss '' was my simple answer. Yes, I will admit that it still hurts to this day. It's been 16 years but Mama's death is still painful. I was 7 years old then, RafRaf was 4 years old.
"I'm sorry," she said.
I smiled at him even as he stared at the road. I can feel his sincerity but it's okay again. It's over and we have Tabia.
'' It's okay, Boss. Do you know that I don't really regret my mother's death? ''
He turned to me. The face is wondering. Who wouldn't be surprised but I haven't finished speaking yet.
I arranged to sit and face the road as well, I smiled widely.
If Mama hadn't died, Boss. Tabia will not live. Mama and Papa wanted to put Tabia first and my father never regretted choosing his daughter. Because Dad said, that when you have a family and have children, you really put your children before yourself or your husband. '' I added.
That’s what Dad always tells me.
"Always choose the result of the love of Lovers." that's the quote of my father.
"Your father is a brave man," he said in amazement, because it was obvious in his voice.
I nodded sharply.
'' My father is the best and also my mother '' I told him while smiling and very proud.
I am really proud of my parents, especially my Mom who sacrificed herself for her own child. That’s the real mother!
When we arrived at the grocery store I frowned especially while shopping for ingredients. Boss was carrying the push cart. I'm really excited, it's like we're married.
Your imagination is the limit! Cream stick!
I stopped walking. I can no longer really bear the eyes of women who almost rape Boss by staring. I turned violently to the women. They squealed but immediately became silent when I looked at them. I gave them a b*tchy look. Yeah right!
'' What are you doing? '' I heard Boss ask but I ignored because I was just looking at the women.
If only deadly I think is likely, I would burn them in hell.
'' What are you all looking at my husband huh ?! Do you want me to ban you from all Grocery Stores? '' I asked rudely.
Playing wife duty! I like this!
They also raised an eyebrow at me as if challenging me. I approached Boss who looked shocked. I wrapped my arms around his arms.
"Tell them hubby who's the owner of this Mall" I ordered as if it was cute.
P*ta ang ganda ko para magpa cute lang!
'' I-I'm one of the owners of this Mall and this grocery store, so please go away because if my wife get mad, I swear you can't step again to all Mall in the Philippines and all over the world ' 'Boss threatened and I smiled.
I shuddered, this is how it is when Boss is married, isn't it? I choose my resources.
The women turned pale and looked scared so they left immediately, I just smiled as I watched them leave.
'' So, you're my wife? '' He asked playfully.
My heart beats fast. I immediately walked away from him. My arm was wrapped around his arm. It's like I'm burned out.
Because he's hot.
I tried to stop the strength of my heartbeat but he really didn't want to so I just hid it. Of course I don’t want to be knuckled. I'm afraid we'll be awkward with each other when I say I like him, there's also hope of losing my job and that's no way. I have two more to go to school and then Dad is still there. I really want to go back to our province first. In Puerto Galera but don't do it first. We have our own house in Puerto Galera, there is no second floor but it is made of cement and a little wood. It doesn't matter that our house there is half wood and half cement. The neighbors there are also kind. We live in Tabinay, in a town ruled by Custodios.
I answered Boss.
'' I just did that, Boss for Ma'am Kaye ''
Ouch peyn! I was hurt by what I said to myself. I saw Boss lose his smile but of course I ignored it. I'm used to Boss's bipolar. We have been together for 2 years. Short but for me that is high.
'' Let's go '' back to cold tone.
I just nodded and shopped, while I was shopping I decided to speak.
'' You know, Boss. Ever since Papa got sick, we haven't been able to buy food at the grocery store, we're only at the market and there's nothing wrong with that, until now we still shop at the market, but it's really different when it comes to the grocery store because you can buy junk foods, It's sad Boss eh because we can hardly buy the food we want because Papa's money is for a dish and we really only have rice '' I smiled sparingly, cheering my drama side.
"But since I've been working for you Boss, we've always eaten the foods we want so thank you—" I turned around but saw Boss was far away and someone was talking on the cellphone.
Is wow? Just rude? What a pity I said that! It's a pity that Cutiee wrote here and then she won't listen! If I didn't really love you, I probably would have hurt you!
I could do nothing but go back to Boss and wait for him to finish talking, I was serious because Boss's face was serious.
"What happened, Boss?" Thainah Harris the serious type is back.
"The company needs me, something happened, let's go" he said, I was stunned.
'' How did we buy it? '' I asked, wasting my time just leaving it here.
He looked at the pushcart and looked at me again.
'' Let's pay it first '' he said and I immediately agreed.
Yes and I am tired of the buyer.
We passed Boss’s Condo first. We put the purchases first and went to the Company. Boss immediately called a meeting. There was a problem with the Buyer in London and New York so Boss was busy all day and I was also touched.
I type all the documents that needs to be type. Need a soft copy. I separated it based on the all about. I finished 500 papers in five hours. I feel like I'm going to cringe. I'm so tired too. I arranged the folder and stood up. I'm going to the Boss's Office. When I entered I saw him reading something. Seriously. I don't think he noticed me enter. I went to his table and put down the ten folders.
'' This is all the copy of the deeds of the lands, the contract and all Boss '' I told him.
He looked at me tiredly and smiled sparingly. He must be tired.
'' Thank you, Thainah '' I smiled.
"Welcome, Boss," I said.
To Be Continued...