Bound by ethics and love

Chapter 1

August 19th, 2017

Today was my first day working at a new law firm. The nerves were really hitting me because I did not know what to expect. This would be my first time experiencing what working as an attorney is like.

2 hours later…  8:30 PM

I wanted to order some food, sit on the couch, and maybe watch a movie but the sound of my phone ringing put me out of my thoughts. I picked up my cellphone to figure out who was calling me this late at night. It was my boyfriend, Andrew.

~ Hello honey! - says Andrew.

~ Hi. why are you calling me?

~ Do I need a reason to call my girlfriend?

~ No, but nowadays you only call when you need something or you’ve done something bad.

~ I just wanted to say I love you.

~ I love you too, but why did you call me? - she says still not convinced.

~ I wanted to know if I could borrow $2000.

~ Of course, it’s always about money.

~ Please baby, I promise I won't ask for anything else.

~ What do you need the money for?

~ I want to treat my friend for her birthday.

~ Who’s this friend? Have I met her before?

~ No. I’ve only known her for a month.

~ What’s her name?

~ What’s with all the questions? Can you just give me the money? - he says agitated.
~ I’ll think about it.

~ Okay. I’ll see you when I can. Bye.

~ I love y-.. He hangs up the phone before she can finish her sentence.

I sighed and put my phone down. I was so mad because I knew he was using me but I wanted to convince myself that it wasn’t true. I decided to shower and go to bed hoping that I would have a better day tomorrow.

August 20th, 2017
7:30 AM

I woke up earlier than usual because Ben had called me last night and told me we had to meet with an important high-profile client today. I got out of the shower and started to get ready. I chose a black pant suit and a black blouse. I paired that with nude pumps and a black bag.

8:00 AM

I was scrolling on Instagram waiting for Ben to come and pick me up. A few moments later and car stops in my driveway. I leave my house and get into the car and Ben greets me.

~ Good morning Cami!

~ Good morning Ben! - I say smiling.

~ Are you excited to meet the new client?

~ I couldn’t be more overjoyed. - I say genuinely.

~ That’s good. - Ben says approvingly.

~ Who is this client we are meeting?

~ His name is Johnny Depp.

~ We’re meeting Johnny Depp?! You could have told me! - I say fixing my hair.

~ Why are you acting like you’re going on a date?

~ It’s Johnny Depp. I have to look the least bit presentable.

~ It seems to me that you already have a crush on him before even meeting him. - Ben says smirking..

~ I don’t, I just think that I should look like a professional and not a scarecrow.

~ As if you don't already look professional enough. - Ben says ironically.

~ You can never be professional enough.

~ If you keep that up, Johnny will end up falling in love with you. - He says jokingly.

~ Shut up. - I roll my eyes.

They keep on driving until they reach and huge Hollywood Hills mansion in Downtown LA. Ben gets out of the car and helps Camille out of the car. They walk up to the house and Ben knocks on the door.

Johnny gets up and opens the door.

~ Good morning Mr. Depp. This is my colleague Camille.

~ Good morning Ben. Hello miss. - Johnny extends his hand and Camille shakes it.

~ We are here to talk about the case you wanna bring against Mr. Mandell.

Johnny doesn't hear anything Ben is saying because his eyes are locked on Camille. His eyes travel down her body and back up. Camille notices this and looks up and blushes when they lock their eyes. That first moment of eye contact is unforgettable. They look at each other as if they have known each other for an eternity. -

- Ben looks at them and shakes his head ironically.

~ Guys, this is important. - He says seriously.

~ As I was saying, Mr. Depp, you talked about intending to sue Mr. Mandell right?

~ Yes sir.

~ Alright. We will start working on that matter.

~ Thank you. I trust you guys.

~ We will try out best to make sure you get the justice you deserve. - Camille says looking at him empathetically.
~ We will get going now. I want to arrange a meeting on Thursday so we could talk about the case. - says Ben.

~ Okay. Sounds good.

~ Have a good day Mr. Depp. - says Camille.

~ Have a good day. - he says looking at her intensely.

Camille gets up and Johnny stops her and whispers in her ear.

~ I hope to see you very soon, Miss Vasquez. - he says in a hoarse tone.

Camille feels a shiver run down her spine.

~ I’ll see you on Thursday Mr. Depp. - she says and leaves the house nervously.
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Hi guys! This chapter is pretty rushed because I wrote it during my classes but I wanted you guys to be able to read it as soon as possible. Please give me feedback on my writing and vote for the next chapter. Happy reading!