HER SWEET CRIES. GXG.

chapter 22:she's mine.(pt.1)

Natalie:

Shortly after exiting my office, I confidently walk down the area in front of my office. As I reflect on Rosetta's bewildered reaction to my new outfit, a proud smile spreads across my face.

I have not dressed in feminine attire for a while, and honestly, these high heels could potentially be the end of me. Nevertheless, I remain assured in my ability to handle situations like these. As I enter the elevator, my hair bounces on my back and shoulders. As I wait for the door to close, I straighten my pants, adjust my blazer, and button it up.

No matter how ready I am for today, I can't stop thinking about how her creamy brown eyes widened, her pupils expanded, dilating, while they explored my chest and face. Her breathing pattern shifted immediately upon seeing my lace corsette top.

I enjoyed watching her grow weaker in front of me during every second, even if it didn't last long. Despite composing herself and trying to maintain a professional demeanor, I could still see her struggling to stay focused and getting lost in her thoughts.

The courteous ding from the elevator alerts me that I have arrived at my destination, bringing me back to reality from my thoughts. I walk out into the fourth floor, making my way to the boardroom. As I get nearer, I spot Jessica panting and hurrying in my direction, visibly relieved when she sees me.

"Miss Hayes, good morning." She says while still gasping for breath after her abrupt halt in front of me.

"Hello Jessica, how are things progressing this morning.?" I respond in a relaxed manner as I observe her pause to regain composure, a slight grin forms on her face prior to her talking. I start walking once more.

"Everything is good ma'am, catering has been organized and the team is collaborating to prepare the room for the meeting. They did a fantastic job, especially since everything was organized at the last minute." She says as she is attempting to keep up with my pace as I walk towards the boardroom.

I give a nod of approval upon hearing that things are going pleasantly. "Thank you Jessica. Do we have any updates on Mr. Walton's expected arrival time at the office?"I inquire of Jessica, upon entering the boardroom.

"Yes ma'am, we've received information that he is expected to arrive in approximately 45 minutes." She manages to say, whilst walking at a brisk pace to match my speed.

I look around the room and give a nod of approval to Jessica for her response to my question. It appears that my employees are managing the stress effectively. The room is nearly ready.

"The submission of your presentation has been completed, and both the projector and your laptop have been prepared. We just require you to verify it and ensure that it matches your preparation." She says, as I slow down and look around the room, she follows me, walking behind. Agreeing with a nod in response to her request.
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48minutes of preparation and waiting for Mr.Walton's arrival. He enters the office, all tall and full of himself. I mentally preparemyself for this meeting... it's gonna be a long one.

Entering the boardroom, his assistant closely trails behind him as he carries himself proudly with his head held high. The poor girl is probably facing a lot of difficulties working as the arrogant man's assistant.

"Maya!" He orders the small girl , who appears anxious, adjusting her glasses as she hurries over to him.

"Yes sir," her trembling voice responds a bit too urgently for my preference.

"Fetch my iPad," he orders, with no intention of looking at the girl. She nods her head, then proceeds to open the brief case she is holding. Our gazes lock as our eyes make contact. I put on a forced smile as I rise from my chair. He nods his head "Miss Hayes." while he takes the ipad from... Maya... I suppose.

I mimic Mr. Walton's nod in acknowledgment as he approaches me at the head of the table.

"It's been quite a while, hasn't it." He is excessively cheerful, much more than I care to acknowledge, with that foolish grin always on his face.

I can tell Jessica strongly dislikes Mr. Walton, as she spares me a glance, as he has a tendency to boss everyone around as if they are his personal servants. As I look back at him, I also give her a reassuring glance.

"A while it has been...I'm happy you're here with us today." I comment as he approaches, shaking his hand before we sit down at the table.

As he sits down on my left, he straightens up, while his assistant stands behind the seat beside him.He looks to Jessica who has taken a seat across from him on the boardroom table. A smirk forming on his face, "Jessica..." he says in his groggy voice, disgusting...

Jessica clears her throat as she forces a polite a smile on her face. "Mr.Walton, sir." She says as she mustered a proffesional tone.

His grin grows big, and i swear he's got 2 more strikes and I'm ending this meeting before it even begins. I clear my throat, this gains his attention, he wipes off the disgusting look off and clears his throat as well.

He motions his hand to his assistant, and like his little plaything, she abruptly takes a seat at the seat next to his. He opens his iPad, presumably to take notes.

I roll my eyes as he hands it to his assistant, i mean it is part of her job, but seriously, is there anything he does for himself.

I welcome everyone, as my other close employees take their seats across the table, along with two of Mr.Walton's.

After the meeting ended i had seen Rosetta walking with Amber, the secretary through the second floor of the building while i was headed to my office, after having discussed with the writting manager, about expanding the genres taught to clients and adapting to mordern writting styles, this would be inclusive to young writters.

We made eye contact. Far too distracted by the events of the meeting, i avert my gaze from ans head towards my office. Not acknowledging them as they passed about 15feet away from me.

Approximately 2 hours later i made the decision to go to my car to retrieve some idea portfolios i had to look over and aprove for the new recruits. Their ideas are fresh and i hadn't had a chance to look through them as per result of the events of my weekend.

Upon the elevator doors opening for me to leave, I see Rosetta walking in close proximity to Amber as they near the office doors. I choose to ignore them. That's when I observed Amberb's gaze towards Rosetta.

I won't stand for that, I recognize that expression, I have looked at women with the same look, the notorious Valerie gaze. Nevertheless, Rosetta is not an ordinary woman for Amber to admire her like that. She looks down Rosetta's body with her eyes.

That's it...

I sense fury overwhelm me completely.

She belongs to me.

Mine.

She's mine.

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A/N It has been a long while my babies. Not too long though. I legit did not feel like editing this chapter, i have to keep maintaining  Natalie's formal tone.... That's exhausting.

A part of me completely forgot that you guys have no idea who Valerie is...yet.

Anywhooooo my pookie poos✨.
Today is special, you guys get to recieve 2chapters... maybe 3 if i edit quick enough;).

I can be sure to give you a smut warning in about 4 chapters from now, well technically 3chapters.
But whoo caaaares right.? ;).

i have to shoutout  casualgay you have no idea how much your interaction means to me, you literally motivated me to expand on my next chapters in order to uplaod for you guys. Special thanks to you sweety.

But as always my honey pops.

Love you ❤✨