Special Chapter: Owen Builds (continuation)3
Owen's POV
When we got to Miss Kara's car and she was about to start up the engine, "about what happened yesterday--" She's so calm when she said that but it's taking her so much time to continue what she wants to say.
"I'm so sorry for doing such foolishness." She apologized for what she did yesterday. I don't know what she's referring to but whatever was, I forgive her.
"It will never happen again. I hope that--what I d-did here--" She said shyly. Her confidence earlier now faltered.
"Oh, that kiss-- it's alright Miss Kara. I know that you're just under the spirit of alcohol. I understand."
"But I still know what I'm doing--" she said softly then started to drive.
I became silent, what does she mean? I don't want to assume anything but, did she intentionally kiss me?
I don't want that idea to rest in my head. It will distract me from my work.
But I guess I should apologize for the trouble I've caused her and the effort she did today.
"I'm sorry, Miss Kara. I really thought that you already fired me yesterday. I'm sorry for causing you inconvenience--"
"It's ok. Just do your best. Don't worry, I don't feel any inconvenience. It would be harder for me if I don't have a personal assistant."
That's all she said and never said a word after that, all through her driving.
When we got to the company's premises, a lot of employees were greeting her and she greeted them back with a sweet smile and a 'good morning'.
We waited for the elevator and when it finally opened, we entered first but since it was already 7:50 a m., everyone was in a hurry to reach their respective working station on time.
Miss Kara was in the corner, I stood in front of her and caged her in my arms to shield her with my body to give her space so she will not be squished.
It was too crowded. I was facing her and she's tall so our faces were just inches apart, I could almost feel her breath on my neck and smell her minty breath. Glad that I sprayed perfume before we left the dorm so I could smell nice too.
It was so awkward to be as close as this to her. I could see her red lips through my downcast eyes. It reminded me of the moment when she kissed me.
Ah goodness, that thought caused sweat on my forehead. It's embarrassing because it dripped on Miss Kara's cheek. It will ruin her freshness.
Good thing, we finally reached the 24th floor where her office is at.
"I'm sorry, we should have used the elevator for executives instead. You seemed so uncomfortable--" she said while wiping off the sweat on my forehead with her hanky.
Oh, yeah. I forgot that she's a part of the executive structure of this company and she has the privilege to use the elevator for executives but she rather uses the one for regular employees.
She's too sweet and down to earth, what kind of a guy would break her heart?
I remember Maki, he loved Cher with all his heart until he met his boss, Candice, who's sophisticated and exciting, unlike Cher. Well, he's always been a playboy ever since even before he met Candice.
Yeah, maybe men like Maki love women who thrilled them a lot.
But as a man, myself, I rather have a woman like Cher or Miss Kara who are faithful to their lovers.
Oh, what am I thinking of? I should not be thinking about women or emotions, those are distractions in life.
But Miss Kara is my boss. I should be attentive to her needs. It's natural to look at her. I thought Cher was the loveliest and prettiest woman I will ever see on earth until I met Miss Kara...
Alright, she's so humble and so cute that's why I can't take my eyes off her. That's all.
But my determination to be a successful working student is burning within me, not even Miss Kara's gorgeousness could diminish it.
So, I did the best that I could to finish all my work. It's a tiring day indeed.
Miss Kara tapped my shoulder and applaud me for a job well done. She's so sweet.
Though there's nothing so amazing that I did on my second day. I just brought her coffee, lunch, documents, and everything she asked me of. Massaged her head and back during break time. Taking down notes on her schedule in her agenda notebook. She's old-school, she still uses traditional things and ways though we're already in the modern age.
Maybe one of these days, I'll introduce her to useful mobile apps for innovation. It will lessen her workload.
Answering all the clients' inquiries over the phone and e-mails and recommending the best design that suits their needs and budgets, that's the most challenging part of my work, I think.
"Luna, my former assistant, it took her a week to learn what you have done today. Where have you been all these years? I should have hired you a long time ago." She said and it flattered me a lot.
"I'm probably busy preparing for my college entrance exam, Ma'am. But thank you for the kind words." I said.
She patted my shoulder once again and smiled. "You're welcome. Let's have dinner before I drive you home."
"Thank you, Miss Kara, but no. That's too much. You're not my driver. It's beyond office hours, we don't have responsibilities to each other anymore--"
"Oh come on, Owen. I'm inviting you as a friend and not as your boss. Or maybe, we'll just buy food on the drive through then we eat at your dorm with your dormmates, not bad, right?" She joyously said.
Well, my dormmates would be pleased to hear that and they'll curse me if I'll turn her down.
So she clutched her arm into my arm when I didn't refuse. And there was nothing I could do but follow her when she started walking.
A lot of employees were looking at us with eyes so filled with awe and curiosity.
I don't want to be rude but I gently took her clutched arm off my arm and distant myself. I was overwhelmed with the attention we are getting, it feels like I'm being judged. Better to keep my distance from her.
And I know how demure she acts, she's strict, and she seldom smiles especially during office hours, I witnessed it during my two days of working for her.
So that's maybe the reason why they were surprised, they were not used to seeing her walking around cheerfully with a younger man.
When we arrived at the parking lot, there was a man who approached Miss Kara.
He's not so tall but he has well-built muscles and these rough-hewn facial features that are so intimidating. Most especially his glaring eyes that looked at me with an intense look.
Well, I'm not scared at all. Maki always glares at me like that. Hence, I'm used to it.
He suddenly grabbed Miss Kara's arm and I can see the fear in her eyes. I was about to snatch her from that man's grip but to no avail.
"Hey, back off, you beggar!" He told me while pointing his finger at my face.
Oh, I know that I'm poor but coming from a rich, educated man whom I barely know, it's so belittling and an insult that's hard to take.
"Josh! You disgusting freak, let go of me." Miss Kara struggled from his grip but that man named 'Josh' held tighter to her arm. Most probably, he's the 'ex'.
"What did you say? I'm a disgusting freak?" That 'Josh' grinned but suddenly his eyes started to glare again but this time at Miss Kara.
Miss Kara bowed her head, frightened. She was shaking, she looked like a scared puppy.
"You know that no one talks to me like that!" Josh yelled at her and he will hit Miss Kara's face with his palm but I grabbed his wrist to stop him.
"I can take all your insult--" I said to him combating his stares then released his hand roughly. "but I won't let your nasty hand lay on Miss Kara's face."
I seriously said that. Yeah, it's a declaration of a fight.