Chapter 18

Kylie's POV

After leaving the Smith's company, my life has been a little bit hard because I didn't want to ask Mom or dad for money since I know they will always refer me to Mark, my ex. Leaving Mr Smith and his company was the best decision I took recentlt, the stress, workload and other emotional attachment was just too much for me to bear. My fake engagement with Luke was also another decision I had to make so that Mom and Dad can finally stop disturbing me about Mark.
Just then my phone rang.
"Hello, please who is on the line" I said speaking to the other person on the line.
"This is from Cheng Xiao SEO company...this is to inform you that you have been given the position of a personal assistant in our company" I lady said on the phone and I was in Total shock.
"There must be some sort of mistake, I didn't apply for that job."
I heard a grunt from the other end. "Are you deaf or just plain dumb? I just said you were selected. A car will there to pick you up at 6 a.m sharp. Dress formal."
"But-" then the line went dead.
I threw the phone on the couch, as I plopped myself down on to it. I was filled with nothing but confusion. Firstly, I did not even apply for that job and secondly, working for Cheng Xiao SEO? As in the multi-billion dollar company that had taken the lime light in construction world wide? Never in my dreams would I have thought I would end up working there.
Something was off. I didn't know who the CEO was, yet he had mysteriously chosen me as the new P.A.
This is your chance to finally make a living, and the company probably pays well.
My inner voice was right, but all of this just seemed too odd. Maybe God had finally heard my prayers.
I complied, taking a seat on the sofa. The questions that were swirling in my mind immediately surfaced. But who could that CEO possibly be? I did not know anyone that important. Other than that, I had a degree in Accounting and a job as a P.A wouldn't suite that at all.Her apartment wasn't different from mine, only that she had nicer items than me. Of course, since she had a job and I didn't…
"Take a seat whilst I go check my closet." she said, motioning to her small leather couch.
I complied, taking a seat on the sofa. The questions that were swirling in my mind immediately surfaced. But who could that CEO possibly be? I did not know anyone that important. Other than that, I had a degree in Accounting and a job as a P.A wouldn't suite that at all.
So now you are just going to complain about a job you haven't even tried out yet?
No, I wasn't complaining. All I'm saying is just that I was a tad bit over qualified for that job. I didn't got to NYU just to end up being the P.A of some insufferable snob of a boss.
That's so cliche. Not all bosses are stuck up assholes. You're just being ungrateful. And I know your mother didn't raise you like that.
"Okay, so I found three blouses, two skirts and one pair of slacks that you could probably fit." Claudia's voice boomed, bringing me out of my thoughts.
I stood up then walked over to where she was standing. The clothing almost looked new and totally work appropriate.
"This is perfect, thanks Claudia" I beamed, stretching my hands to grasp the clothing. I really appreciate this." I was about to turn and leave when she cleared her throat.
"Well," she eyed me expectantly,
"aren't you going to try on the clothes, to see if they actually fit?"
I gave her a sheepish look.
"You're right. Do you mind if I do it here."
"Knock yourself out. My bedroom's back there." she pointed behind her.
I padding to the said room and then shut the door behind me. Her room was pretty nice too and from the looks of it, Claudia was a pretty tidy person.
First off, I tried the black pencil skirt matched with the blue linen blouse. They both fit me like a second skin. The same could be said for the shirts, skirt and slacks. Such simple clothing items seemed to enhance my curves and made my breasts pop.
After trying on all of the outfits, I thanked Claudia about a hundred times then proceeded back to my apartement. I put the borrowed stuff in my own closet.
"Woah, it's almost nine?" I half shouted, glancing at the old clock that sat on one of my bedroom walls.
If I slept now, then I would have a full eight hours of sleep and be fully refreshed for work tomorrow. I skipped having dinner because I wasn't hungry anyway.
Slipping under my covers, I easily drifted off to dream land, excitement fully taking over my system with a hint of anxiety.
Just what did tomorrow hold for me?
When I woke up, it was about half an hour till six. My stupid self forgot to set my alarm clock for five a.m. So as you can imagine, my morning was rather fast tracked. I somehow managed to get showered and get ready in under minutes. It took 10 minutes to fix my hair., leaving me with 5 minutes to dash downstairs. I quickly packed a granola bar in my purse and quickly sauntered down to the main entrance.
A shiny black Escalade was parked in front of the complex, looking very out of place and by it stood a man clad in a black suit. When I got closer to it, he looked at me and a warm smile erupted from his lips.
"Aaa, you must be Miss Carter" He stated, in a very obvious tone.
I eyed him suspiciously.
"Yes. Are you my ride to Cheng Xiao?"
"Well no. It's this thing over here." He craned his neck to eye the black car behind him.
"Of course, Miss. My name is Edward and I'll be driving you to wherever you may desire." He extended his hand, which I slowly shook.
"Okay, Edward. Let's not waste time then."
He smiled wider.
"Sure, Miss." He turned and opened the back door for me to get in.
Once I was in, he closed the door and jogged to the driver's side of the car. He wasted no time in starting the car and driving off further into the city.
Suddenly, my nerves were in disarray. This was actuaully happening. I was finally going to work and under very uncanny circumstances. I was so engulfed in my insecurities, that I hadn't noticed Edward pulling up to the front of a formidably huge building.
He exited the car and once again opened the car door for me, only for me to tumble out in the most unsophisticated way possible. I looked up at the tall, silver tower. It must at least have floors. The words Cheng Xiao SEO company., were in bold just above the entrance.
"Good luck!" beamed Edward startling me out of my thoughts and then he went back into the car and drove off.
My legs, which seemed to be functioning on their own, started gliding towards the building and past the glass doors, into the reception area. My jaw almost dropped and the sight of the interior. It was so modern and filled with fancy designs from top to bottom.