Bitter Love

Chapter 12:For him

Evie could hardly contain her excitement after receiving the second interview invitation from Lacroix Enterprises. Although her nerves had been on edge during the interview, she felt she had done her best. The whole experience left her with a mix of relief and anticipation.

She had done all she could; now, it was just a waiting game.The following morning, Evie woke up earlier than usual, her mind buzzing with thoughts about the potential opportunity. She decided to spend the day distracting herself, diving into household chores and running errands.

Despite her efforts, her mind kept wandering back to the interview and the possibility of working for one of the most prestigious companies in the city.In the afternoon, while she was out grocery shopping, Evie’s phone buzzed with a notification.

Her heart skipped a beat as she pulled it out of her pocket, hoping it was an email from Lacroix Enterprises. To her disappointment, it was just a message from her sister, Kaylee, reminding her about their dinner plans that evening.

Sighing, Evie tried to push the nervous energy aside. She couldn’t afford to dwell on it all day. Instead, she focused on preparing herself for dinner with her family, which was sure to be a welcome distraction.

Meanwhile, Adrien was at the Lacroix Enterprises headquarters, trying to concentrate on his workload. However, his thoughts kept drifting back to the interview with Evie. He replayed their interactions in his mind, still unsure if his final decision had been entirely fair.

The text from Liam had thrown him off balance, triggering emotions he wasn’t ready to confront. Adrien found himself questioning whether his judgment had been influenced by personal feelings rather than professional objectivity. The fact that Evie was connected to Liam Walker—a man Adrien had always viewed as a rival—had complicated his perspective.

Ethan noticed Adrien’s distracted state during their morning meeting and brought it up as they were reviewing reports.

“You seem a bit off today, Adrien. Everything alright?” Ethan asked, looking at him with mild concern.

Adrien hesitated, not wanting to delve into the personal conflict that was gnawing at him.

“Just a lot on my mind, Ethan. The usual.”

Ethan raised an eyebrow but didn’t press further. “Well, if you need to talk or take a break, you know where to find me.”

Adrien nodded, grateful for Ethan’s understanding but determined to power through the day. Still, as the hours passed, he found himself growing more restless. The idea of Evie potentially joining the company—being around her regularly, knowing she was connected to Liam—unsettled him in a way he couldn’t fully explain.

“I need to get a grip,” Adrien muttered to himself, shaking his head as he tried to focus on the tasks in front of him.

Back at home, Evie was in the middle of dinner with her family. The conversation was lively, with Kaylee sharing stories about her day and their parents chiming in with their own anecdotes. However, Evie’s mind kept drifting back to Lacroix Enterprises.

She tried her best to stay engaged, but her thoughts kept wandering to what could be.After dinner, as she helped clear the table, Evie’s mother noticed her quiet demeanor.

“Is everything alright, sweetie? You’ve been a bit quiet tonight,” her mother asked gently.Evie managed a small smile.

“I’m okay, Mom. Just thinking about that interview I had. I really hope I did well.”

Her mother gave her a reassuring pat on the back. “I’m sure you did great, Evie. Just trust that whatever is meant to be will happen.”

Later that evening, as Evie was getting ready for bed, her phone buzzed again. This time, it was an email from Lacroix Enterprises. Her breath hitched as she opened the message, her heart pounding in her chest.

Subject: Lacroix Enterprises - Final Decision

Evie’s eyes scanned the email, her pulse racing as she read the words. She had been offered the position as an intern. A wide grin spread across her face, and she let out a squeal of excitement before quickly covering her mouth, not wanting to wake anyone up.She immediately called Liam to share the news.

“Liam! I got the job!” Evie exclaimed, barely able to contain her excitement.Liam’s laughter echoed through the phone.

“I knew you would! Congratulations, Evie. You deserve it.”

As they chatted about the next steps, Evie felt a sense of relief wash over her. The opportunity she had been waiting for was finally within her grasp.

Meanwhile, Adrien received a notification on his phone—a confirmation that the offer had been sent to Evie. He stared at the screen for a moment, feeling a complicated mix of emotions. The decision had been made, and now it was up to him to navigate whatever came next.

As the night deepened, both Evie and Adrien lay in their respective beds, their minds racing with thoughts of what the future might hold. For Evie, it was the excitement of a new beginning. For Adrien, it was the anticipation of what having Evie around might mean—for the company, and for him.