The Clock

Chapter I

Another day as the little blond girl walks to her job. Working in a clothing shop at the age of 21 is something you see every day seeing that she has a slender body with the perfect curves in the right places, the only turn off she has, as her friend would say, is he attitude.

 - Do you think it’s going to be a busy day? – Alex asked the blond.

He was a pretty boy, in his early twenties and had stunning green eyes that could catch the attention of any girl but instead he preferred the looks that his partner gave him, his short dark hair always styled with a messy look but nonetheless attractive.

 - It’s going to be a day like the others. – The blue eyes girl said

 - Damn it Samantha, you’re not making this any easier – the friend scoffed.

 - I’m sorry – she apologized.

 - Someone woke up grumpy today, did you check you clock for any alterations? – He asked mockingly

 - The time its fine, nothing out of the ordinary. I just had a rough night. – She explained as they reached the store, while Samantha worked on the women department Alex worked on the Men side.

 - Missing a man’s touch? – He asked with a smile.

 - Would you stop claiming that I need a boyfriend? – She questioned.

 - That attitude is all from lack of sex, Zack and I have a very active sex life whereas that I’m not bitter with everyone. – He said nodding to Nadia, the cashier, Sam copied his actions and both went to the changing rooms.

 - As if, I’m not that bitter with everyone. – She denied.

 - You’re in denial. – He declared as he switched his shirt for a black one from his uniform putting a red tie around his neck and a badge with his name and the brand of the store. – I’m sorry to say but that’s lack of sex honey. – He kisses Sam’s cheek and went to work.

Sam just stared at the door for a few seconds astonished at what her friend just said.

 -  I’m certainly not in denial nor in lack of sex! – She said to herself changing her clothes to her uniform. She could be in her skinny jeans but like Alex she had to wear a black blouse with a red scarf around her neck and a badge identical to Alex’s with her name.

She went outside the room facing another day at work.

People came and went sometimes asked for her help, even stopping to have a small talk with her, it was a day just like the others. 

Close to 1 P.M. a usual costumer came in, he had black short hair, his eyes were a hazel colour that everyone could notice the little spark of mischief they still had, although he was in his late thirties he still could manage to have fun like a young teenager, he had a defined jawline and with all honesty Samantha thought that he was a handsome man, she wondered how he manages to remain single.

 - Mister Grey, how can I help you today? - Samantha asked politely with a smile.

 - You know, I'm in need of a suit, a black one as usual but this time with a grey tie. - Mr.Grey asked.

 - Should I call Melinda? - Samantha questioned leaving her spot behind the counter nearing the costumer.

 - I reckon there's no need for that. - he answered - You still have my measurements from last time? 

She started walking to the fitting rooms with him. - I think we do sir but for good measure we should take them again, so your suit won't be too tight nor too loose. - She advised.