Cover credit goes to @meha-k
Banner credit goes to @sarcastic-mess
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Louisa who is a highly motivated, strong, career driven person, feels like she is crumbling as she tries to balance her work...
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After working an extra hour, my shift finally came to an end. Sarah rushed off home and I was left on my own, making sure everything was switched off and prepped for the next day.
I grabbed my bag and headed towards the exit. Anticipation of sitting at the bar, relaxed, with a drink in my hand was engraved into my mind. That's all I was thinking about
As I was close to exiting the building, I heard someone shout my name. My eyes dotted around, not understanding where it came from. My name was called out again. Turning around to follow the voice, I noticed a lady from afar, marching towards me. At first, I didn't recognise her, but as she started getting closer, I suddenly felt anxious.
It was Jackie, the lady I was pestering all weekend to give Calum an interview. I hoped deep down, she was calling me over to tell me good news.
"Jackie. Hi, how are you?" I asked as she got closer, judging by her face, she looked stressed.
"Louisa, your referral you gave me," she breathlessly let out.
"Yes? What about it?" I replied in anticipation, hoping that Calum got the job.
"I'm very disappointed."
My heart sank and started to thump in my chest. So many thoughts were rushing into my mind. I gestured for her to elaborate.
"Your referral, Calum Harris did not turn up, we waited over an hour, we even called the two numbers you provided, there was no answer." She said in a very stern voice.
I was mortified and angry. After all I went through, after all the help I gave him, he repaid me by not even bothering.
"Oh Jackie, I am so sorry. I apologise on his behalf." I sighed as no other words left my mouth. I didn't know what else to say I was lost for words.
"Unfortunately, because your referral did not give a valid reason why he did not attend, you won't be able to refer anyone to us for six months." Without another word and without even letting me reply, she walked away from me.
I was left there in my own thoughts. I stormed out the building like a raged bull. I tried to make sense of the situation, but my anger failed me. I needed answers from Calum.
When I arrived outside the apartment, I decided to calm down, thinking to test Calum to see if the truth would come out from him. I composed myself making sure there was not an ounce of anger left on my face.
"I'm back." I called out, waiting for a response as he was fixated on the tv, playing games.
"Hey babe, how was work?" Calum asked, his eyes still glued onto the tv.
I grunted at him being so unaware of his surroundings. Ignoring his question, I go to freshen up and change into a plain white t-shirt, paired with jeans and a black leather jacket.
