Uncertainty (JenLisa)

Gift

Chapter III

J E N N I E

The second Ms. Manoban said the word leave, in just seconds the woman who escorted me inside was now behind me.

"If you may excuse us, Miss Manoban." She bowed her head and then she led me outside. She handed me a towel to wipe the wine on me while we were walking to the third floor. We stopped at the far end door.

The first thing that I notice as soon as I take my first step inside the room is the smell of sweet vanilla dancing over me. Inside is a mixture of black, white and gold. Cotton white walls and dark wood floors act as a blank canvas allowing color to be introduced by its furnishings and accessories.

"Miss Kim, this is going to be your temporary room, that door leads you to the walk-in closet, that door on the right is your bathroom. If you need anything, use this intercom and we will be assisting you right away."

"Thank you for your kind consideration, and please call me Jennie."

"My name is Min. Please make yourself comfortable." she said and left.

I sit at the end of the bed, thinking of what had happened earlier. I was even ready to die or to be abruptly thrown out of the house, but instead she provided this kind of thing. Maybe because I came from a prominent family of Kim, she might be thinking that I have this kind of privilege back home.

I look around and drop myself to the king-sized bed, apart from the curtains which covers the full length of the window, from ceiling to floor and a striking feature wall. Different sized mirrors arranged in an abstract manner, creates a vibe highlighting just how much character this design possesses.

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I woke up with the unfamiliar scent and ceiling, the comfort of this bed makes me want to sleep again, then I remember that I just moved here. I stood up and fixed myself before pressing the intercom. I'm not really sure what time it is now but I feel like I've been asleep for hours. In less than a minute I heard a soft voice. I immediately ran towards the door and was greeted by Min.

"Miss Jennie."

"Is there anything that I can do to make myself useful?" She was surprised by my question but then smiled at me.

"We are not allowed to give you orders Miss Jennie."

"I can cook and do cleaning, anything to make myself useful." But she shook her head

"If you want to do something you can directly ask Miss Manoban, you can use the telephone in your room to be connected to her office." I bit my lower lip; I'm not used to this kind of treatment.

She flicks her fingers, and the man behind her hands me a box.

"Wear this before we head to the dining room. Miss Manoban is waiting downstairs." She didn't wait for my response and gently pushed me inside the room and shut the door in front of me holding the box.

How long has she been waiting for me?

When I opened the box, I was greeted by a white dress, red stiletto heels and a set of jewelry. I picked them up, letting my eyes roam freely over every detail made.

"This is so beautiful." After admiring such beauty, I took a quick shower and prepared myself. I do not own any makeup, so I don't have a choice but to go down with my bare face. Min just smiled when she saw me, and she led me to where Miss Manoban was.

She's sitting at the end table sipping her red wine. Wearing this tux that made her look more attractive but a little bit more intimidating than earlier. Her black hair is short that fits her perfectly exposing the tattoos on her neck, and a pierced nose and eyebrows. She didn't say anything nor gave me any reaction, she remained seated while watching me until I settled on my seat beside her.

What did she do for a living? Is she going to pour that wine again on me?

"Eat." she commanded, and I followed. I'm being more conscious now that she's watching my every move, she's not even eating.

"Miss Manoban, thank you for the gift." I said focusing on her lips, I can't even make eye contact because I feel like she will eat me alive.

"Call me by my name." she said with that husky voice.

"I-I'm so sorry, but I don't know your first name."

"Lisa." even her name suits her well.

"I thank you again for this dress. I really do appreciate it, Miss Lisa." she did not respond but she reached her pocket and took out a small red box and placed it on the table in front of me.

"Give me your hand," she commanded and then she opened the box and put the diamond ring on my finger. "This is my gift, happy birthday." I did not have time to process what was happening. "Do not lose the ring or I will throw you out the window." she said and stood up, "You look stunning, Ruby Jane. Good night." and then left.

I was left dumbfounded, still processing what was happening. Every feeling that I am feeling right now is new to me, my heart is exploding into something I am not capable of feeling. I held my chest because I felt like I couldn't breathe. Did she somewhat have a change of heart? Earlier she was all like shting my brain out of my head then now she's giving me a ring?

Unbelievable.

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