The Secretary ; A romantic tale

As i sat down behind my desk, I tried shaking off the feeling of disappointment i felt after talking to Josh. I couldn't believe he was willing to give up the little friendship we had formed.who am i kidding? he was probably just being nice and that was it, but it felt good to have a friend even if it was a short period of time. I could imagine how stupid i was challenging Mr. Brian, I just started this job and i was flaunting orders not even caring he was the boss, and there was Josh who has been working in this company for years obeying at a simple command. Was i not scared of loosing my job? my rent and other expenses would be due soon, and I'm playing with my Job! My only chances of paying my dues.

I sighed and refocused on my work, trying to push the thoughts aside.

After a while, i decided that i needed a break and a cup of coffee to clear my head. I got up from my desk and headed to the cafeteria. The aroma of food and freshly brewed coffee filled the air, I couldn't help but smile as i went to sit at a table beside the window. A lady walked up to me ready to take my order.

" What would you like to order ma'am"? she asked politely. 

" A latte will be just fine " I replied. 

" Alright, coming right up" she said and left.

As i waited, i noticed a few of my colleagues chatting and laughing together. it was different to the tension and stress that seemed to permeate the office. I wondered if they knew something i didn't or they were just chatting to relieve stress from office. 

My order was brought to the table and i quickly took a sip enjoying the view i was having. 

 After finishing my coffee, I paid and headed back to the office feeling refreshed and focused. Gradually i returned to work and found my self struggling to keep my eyes open. The tension and stress of the day had taken its toll on me, I was feeling so exhausted because i had been working non- stop since morning and i couldn't leave the office until Mr. Brian was ready to leave. 

I checked the time and it was almost seven (7) so i decided to take a nap at my desk hoping that would make me feel at alert and be able to focus. I leaned back in my chair with my head on the table, closing my eyes and letting out a deep breath. 

Before i knew it, I had dozed off my head was resting on my arms and the sounds slowly started to fade around me but i was too tired to care.

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 Brian's Pov

As i closed the last files on my desk, I glanced around my office satisfied that everything was in order. I stood up, stretching my arms a bit. I reached for my briefcase and began to make my way to the door.

As i locked my door getting ready to leave, I noticed that Emily's lights were still on. I raised an eyebrow surprised that she was still working then i suddenly remembered that i had told her to wait for me before leaving, but i definitely didn't expect her to still be here by this late hour. I checked the time and it was past 10pm.

I slowly went over and gently pushed the door open and there she was, fast asleep. I suddenly felt guilty remembering the reason i had told her to wait. it was because i needed her assistance but because i didn't want to see her around Josh.

I stood there for a moment unsure of what to do, I thought of waking her up but didn't know how. I cleared my throat a bit loudly before calling out her name.

" Emily! Emily "!! I called but she didn't respond. She must be a deep sleeper.

I took out my phone from my breast pocket and dialed the drivers number, he picked at the second ring.

" Meet me upstairs immediately " I said and hung up.

As i waited for him to arrive, I suddenly felt responsible for her. when the driver arrived, I told him to take Emily's bag and mine. I slowly walked over to Emily not wanting to startle her. I gently lifted into my arms feeling a strange sense of comfort as she nestled against me.

The driver looked at me puzzled.

" Lock the door on your way out".

" Yes sir".

As the driver hit the road, I couldn't shake off the realisation that i had no idea where Emily lived. I had not thought this though, and now I'm faced with the dilemma of how to get her home.

"Take me home " I instructed the driver.

" Alright sir " he replied taking a U- turn. 

I hope Emily would be okay with spending the night at my mansion.

When we arrived, i opened the car door and was still surprised that she had not woken up yet. I gently carried her into my arms, feeling a strange of protectiveness towards her.

I carried her upstairs heading straight for the guest room, i couldn't help but steal a few glances at her peaceful face. She looked like an angel and i felt a pang of temptation to stroke her cheek, but i resisted reminding myself that i had to maintain a professional distance. when i got to the guest room, i laid her down gently on the bed. just as i was about to step back, the maid walked in carrying Emily's things. I guess she noticed the awkwardness because she immediately apologised. 

" it's fine, just drop her bag and arrange for some decent clothes for her tomorrow " I instructed. 

" yes sir" she replied nodding. and i made my way out of the room.