Fused

Chapter 7

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RHESA POV

I strode into the office at about 6.30am. I was devoted to my work. It took years of toil and hard work to get to the level I was at. Time was everything to me and I made sure I was 2 hours early every day. I was so busy analyzing some manuscripts that I didn't even notice time fly so fast. That's the thing with doing something you love and are passionate about, every second that you're at it you enjoy it and get this fulfilling feeling in your heart. I was brought out of my trance like state by my paralegal Joe Gregory strolling casually into my office. "What are you doing here?" he asked, shock engraved on his face. I rolled my eyes, "Oh nothing really just roasting some chicken." "That was uncalled for. I meant to ask what you are doing here this early," he deadpanned. "Didn't they teach you sentence construction in kindergarten? And what else would I be doing in my office if not working you dumb ass?" I asked. "Nah I didn't go to kindergarten I was too smart for that shit," he played along. I instantly laughed my head off. Joe always lightened up my days. He was well built ; at 6'3 and 300 pounds. He was light in complexion, with thick chocolate brown eyes that burnt with authority as well as a firm jaw which defined his face. Girls literally worshipped him. Always pulling rash stunts to be able to get with him. A girl once broke into his house and spray canned 'Mrs. Gregory' on his living room walls. She was found butt-naked in his bed apparently 'waiting for him.' Of course the desperate lady was arrested but the whole thing was hilarious. He was friendly and dependable at the same time interesting and amusing. I loved everything about him especially his affable smile. We had been working at the firm together as partners for about 3 years.

"Can you imagine Cassie is getting married?" I told him excitedly. "Cassie the female version of a fuckboy?" He asked faking astonishment. "Believe it or not, she is," I replied amusedly. "That's good news then. Who's the lucky bloke?" Joe smirked. "It's some rich ass Brazilian guy. She really hit the jackpot this time, and the wedding is in Paris," I continued.

"Paris! The lad must truly be rich. She deserves it though, "he said with a boyish grin. As I talked about Cassie's wedding a feeling of exasperation surged through me. I had no clue where and how I was going to meet a guy. I was suddenly brought out of my reverie by Joe waving his hand in front of me, "what's wrong doll face?"

I sighed, "Cassie is forcing Rhee and I to come with dates. And not just any guy. Apparently he has to be 'special' and I don't know what to do." Joe smiled at me leaving me confused. "And what is so funny?" "I have a surprise for you, "he said slyly. "You know I hate surprises Joe. And I hope it's not another one of those masala chips you made, you're a horrible cook you know," I said. "I am a good cook! "He retorted. "I don't think making food that causes people to have gastrointestinal issues and serious diarrhea qualifies you to be a good cook mister," I said indignantly, "and please know that I am not your guinea pig for you to test everything on me." "Let's forget about that for now, the surprise is far from that. In fact it is a solution to your problem, "he answered as he came to my side and began to type something on my laptop. He turned it to me and I widened my eyes in shock at what I saw. He had created an account for me on a freaking online dating site. "And what the fuck is your problem Joe? "I shrieked. "Rhee you need to start mingling. You need this," he answered. "So now you know everything? Always taking issues into your own hands, "I snapped. "Eh! calm down Rhee, didn't you just say you don't know what to do about the wedding? Be open minded to suggestions. Who knows? You might just find the right guy on here, "he told me calmly. I bit my lower lips irritatedly. I knew that Joe was right. "Fine," I agreed. "Nice! Now that we've settled that bit. You have a date tonight with Dick King," he told me as he showed me the guys profile. I almost fell down laughing. "Tonight? And gosh, his name is Dick King?"I guffawed. "Yes yes. Dick King is a body builder just so you know. You like them strong and steady right?" Joe snickered amusedly. "Can't wait for tonight," I said sarcastically.