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The CEO'S syndrome CHAPTER FORTY SIX: A big stuffed bear.
Joseph felt blessed. He swiftly prepared for work and got to his office in time to start his day. He was friendlier, more jovial and laughed a lot throughout the morning."Sir, Mr Asghar and Mr Babanin are here to see you ". His assistant announced. She was happy that her boss was in a good mood, it made working with him easy."Let the big men in", he replied in a not so formal tone. Very unusual.She was surprised but bowed slightly and left. Her boss only spoke to her formally. Like he hated to speak to her.His friends filled the room with so much happiness as they walked in one after the other.Joseph's cheerful mood knew no bounds. Even Omar, who had been having issues with some 'thief', had so many colors on his face. It must mean that his visit to Greece was not in vain."Guys!" He hugged the both of them like a father would. "I'm so happy that we are happy, hmmm!" He still didn't release them but rested on their shoulders. He was smiling like an idiot, his conversation with
The CEO'S syndrome CHAPTER FORTY SEVEN: When normal things become abnormal.
"Ashan! My favorite boy, hmmmm. How are you doing? How are you feeling, hmmm? Is your mother and sister well?" Mrs Asghar gushed over Ashan as soon as she set her gaze on him and held his hand in greetings."They are both fine ma". Ashan responded politely.Mrs Asghar waved her hand at him playfully, "I trust you. You take great care of them", and laughed loudly but it felt like a noise perhaps from a milling factory to Omar.Omar wrinkled his noise as he watched their exchange. His stepmother must have done her findings or how else was she to know that he was the breadwinner of his family. But she was overdoing it. What was with all the noise?"Good evening sir". Ashan greeted Omar respectfully."Please call me brother or Omar simply. Good evening brother". Omar smiled at him.His sister, Nora stood near Ashan with their hands interlocked. Omar noticed that they didn't even let go of eachother's hand when her mother hugged him. How they must love eachother. So much love in the air!
The CEO'S syndrome CHAPTER FORTY EIGHT: Friday night.
Friday night.Friday night was all Angela thought of. She couldn't even count the total number of times she had typed 'Friday night' on her laptop before erasing the phrase and typing the right thing.As she worked, she thought of what her friday night would look like. Would Joseph surprise her beyond her expectations? Or would they just have a soggy boring spaghetti as they listened to some outdated song?In all honesty, she wished Joseph would swoon her off her feet. She wished that he would prepare something special for them both. It was a date afterall! Or isn't it?Friday afternoon, Angela left work with a silly excuse about a running nose, she was even surprised that her boss let her go. The man had sent her away with a; "Alright dear. Come back on Monday with a appealing, absorbing, eloquent, engaging, amusing report". He understood Angela better than anyone else. The girl wrote more than she spoke. She knew the best words to keep her readers in one spot. And that was enough
The CEO'S syndrome CHAPTER FORTY NINE: Taking your chances now.
Fyodor swallowed the lump in his throat and clenched his fist. His heart rate was no doubt too fast and he felt like his heart might leap out of his ribcage. His palms, sweaty. He wondered how he was still able to clench his fist when the surfaces should be sliding over one another due to the lack of friction.In all honesty, he was nervous. He had never been this nervous all his life. He just hoped another rejection wouldn't be coming in contact with his wounded pride anytime soon. He definitely has feelings for Sophia and he showed it but Sophia's constant rejection was no easy feat. Her usual attitude towards him made him feel unwanted, he was surprised and elated to see her message. She had asked that they meet. Fyodor thanked his observant self the umpteenth time. Thank God he always checked the information of any unknown number that reached out to him and was giddy like a teenager to see details that matched Sophia's. Or details that he had taken time to learn of her.Sophia
The CEO'S syndrome CHAPTER FIFTY: Third wheels.
"We went to a game house! God!! Fyodor is so flexible. He won so many games, especially sports related ones. I had so much fun"Sophia gushed as she cut the vegetables. "He was so much fun to be with. And girl! He's got the guts too. I just have to stick to his good sides and Mr Huggins will stay away from me forever! Mr Huggins respects him so much!""Awwwn", Angela cooed as she listened "Looks like someone's in love", she added as she worked the blender."No, no. Not in love. I just enjoy hanging out with him". Sophia tried to contain her smile and wore a serious look which only faded when another sweet memory crept into her head. Her time with Fyodor was fantastic, she only hoped that he would just breeze into her work place another time and take her to some fun place again. Again and again. Angela only shrugged and began to pack the bag. They had both planned to prepare lunch for her Tea and would soon be heading over. The two girls had no plans for their Saturday, so spending t
The CEO'S syndrome CHAPTER FIFTY ONE: First time.
WARNING: THIS CHAPTER CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT."Hmmm. Tell me what it's like?", Angela asked moonily as she leaned on Joseph's shoulder.After the first time he asked her to be his girlfriend-to which she politely refuted-they never talked about it but they had so many dates that Angela had lost count. They met almost every day, from sharing just a bottle of coke to seeing a movie together or just talking.Just like now, they were dangerously sitting next to each other on a bench and reveling in eachother's warmth as she listened to him talk about his past. Just small talk. But Angela felt herself falling more and more in love with Joseph.She's in love. She's in love with Joseph. Joseph had captured her heart and it was totally unfair that she could try to kiss him and he would respond absentmindedly. Because he's a man and men are very good at… not falling in love.Her lips lost her smile at once that even Joseph noticed."Did I say something wrong?" he asked, also losing his goo
The CEO'S syndrome CHAPTER FIFTY TWO: Reporters have their own way.
"Good morning".Angela opened her eyes to look into Joseph's happy ones. She felt sore but a good kind of sore. She slept like a baby. Joseph sat very close with his chest naked as he watched her sleep and was happy that he was the first thing her gaze was settled on when she woke up. She's beautiful."Good morning", Angela whispered. Her cheeks tainted red with the memory of all her boldness last night. His broad chest on display, a contributing factor."You slept well", he stated.Angela smiled only shyly. "I made breakfast for you. Breakfast in bed", He beamed proudly. As he gave some space to show the tray on the table.Angela gasped. "Thank you so much". "I'll give you time to clean up", he gave her a peck on the cheek and took the exit.Angela walked into her bathroom to see her toothbrush already layered with toothpaste, waiting patiently for her to use. Joseph had prepared bathing water for her too. He was only trying to be polite. Angela knew this but she would try to bel
The CEO'S syndrome CHAPTER FIFTY THREE: My little princess.
"Hey, wasn't expecting you", Angela smiled more to herself as she opened the door for Joseph. Guess she had hit a jackpot unknowingly today. Joseph would make sweet love to her today. She would make sure of it.Joseph fit into her outstretched arms and inhaled deeply. He gave her a kiss on the nose instead and closed the door."You coming from work?", she tried to start a conversation as she took the abandoned remote to change the TV station. Joseph still said nothing. He took off his jacket and hung it, his shoe followed suit."Joseph?" Angela sat on a love seat as she waited expectantly for Joseph to respond. Joseph joined her and gave her another peck on the cheek.He held her hand in his, looking into her eyes like he was looking into his whole world."Let's have sushi together. What do you think?"He just wanted to have her next to him and he didn't want to give her the impression that he only came around for sex."Okay", Angela nodded. She didn't know what thoughts were swim
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