CHAPTER 22

CHAPTER 22

Love POV

“We need to do it.” the woman said. May be she's cheering up the person she been talking.

“I don't know if I can do it.” the other woman said. Wait, her voice sounds familiar; I might have heard her somewhere.

“I'll get it and you sign It.” replied by the woman number one.

When I heard them walking to the door, I walk away innocently. Like I didn't hear them, I didn't glance back and decided to go straight my table.

Who was that?

Whatever. I don't care, they're not my subject.

I was distracted by a text.

It's from Jem

We need to talk. Go here after your work.

Then I hit reply.

Okay. See you there.

What could it be?


Emerson POV
“You better fix it.” Jem said. He's serious. I have the feeling that he's becoming so overprotective to Love.

A sudden anger rise through me, what now?

My muscles tensed. “If she got hurt because of your actions, I swear, I'll go hysterical on you.” and by that he strode out of my office.

Love POV

I was rummaging papers after papers when Jean went out of her office.

She's carrying files, her hand bag and laptop bag.

I stood up to offer her some help when she signaled me to stop.

“No, I'm good. Go back to your desk and continue your work. It's already 5pm. “ she said. Whatever in those files is surely important --she's guarding it like it's a rare diamond.

So I just smiled at her and nod.

I remind myself to be more careful on things.

And I need to know what's inside those files.

When I finished arranging the files, I pick up my new bag and went to Jem's office.

Jem POV

I know you're shocked that it's my point of view but let's face it, I'm an important character too.
I don't know what went to Emerson's head and he just wants Love to work for her.

I don't know what's happening between them. First, I didn't know they already know each other. Remember on the Emerson's club? And the next thing I knew, they went on a date.

Love's like a sister to me, the best friend I always wanted. Yes, I'm CEO but she never treated me like I have a disease. I remember her having an interview --- she thought I was an applicant too.

“Are you nervous?” I remember her asking.

I know she's referring to me, so I thought I should just play around.

“A bit I think.” I replied. Wait do I look like an applicant?

Oh yes, you forgot your coat.

Then she told me stories and we easily got each other's interests. She's smart and beautiful, like the ones you should treasure. The kind of girl you would want to marry. But the thing is, I don't see sparks between us that's why I never tried to court her.

The reason why I call her?

That's a secret.

You'll know later.

Love POV

“Did your boss gave you lot of works that you just arrive here at..” Jem looks at his wrist watch. “Already 7pm.”

I walk towards the chair and sat down.

“Not that much, I had to grocery first since the supermarket isn't on my way home.” I replied, wiping my forehead.

“So what are we going to discuss?” I ask.

He looks serious and I think this is not the right time for funny talks and smart mouth of mine so I kept my mouth shut for the minimum time.

Someone knocks at the door. Could it be. . . . Emerson? Don't make your hopes too high. And by the way, I shouldn't be feeling excited if it's about him.

When the door opened, I saw a woman in a black stilettos, business pants and pink long sleeves. She's blonde.

“Hello, Love.” oh, shoot. Sophia.

“Sophia? Why are you here?” I asked.

“I'm here because Mr. Hanks told me you're here. I came here to give you your schedules and meetings with clients.” Sophia said, she glance at Jem and back at me and quickly glance back again to Jem who is already looking at her. She blushed.

“I-I.. I'm really sorry Sir.” she lowered her head. “I didn't mean to disrespect you for greeting Ms. Guildings first. “ She said as she stares at the floor.
Jem crosses his legs in a manly way and touches his chin while his elbow on the arm chair.

“Look at me in the eyes and repeat it.” Jem said. What is he doing to my assistant? I gave him a death glare and he just smirks at me.

“Later.” I mouthed him.

My poor assistant raises her head with pink blush and pin a stare to Jem's eyes.

I see Chemistry.

Not like a subject in school but a real chemistry. Actually those are alike. Hahah. Yes. In a way that when you’re taking chemistry in school, when got lower grades, you can still go back and repeat it; and in love chemistry, you may still go back to the same person. But, it's a 50-50 chances.

Sophia repeated what she said and went back to her cubicle.

“As$#ole.” I cursed.

“I heard you.” Jem said, smirking. He's still in the same position but this time he's facing me.

“It was intended for you to hear.” I replied, rolling my eyes at him.
He chuckled.

“Now. Enough on the chit chats already.” I said. “What do you want to talk about that we couldn't do on the phone.”? I added while I am doing our coffees.
He did the stare again. I was walking to give him the coffee when I stopped, dead on tracks.
“I'm in love.”