The Secretary

Chapter Three (Into The Field)

    As Jack nodded and followed the Senator out of the office,Ann found herself alone in the room.She took a deep breath,looking around at the tastefully decorated space,when a voice broke the silence.
    "Hi,you must be Anne Riley.I'm Harry,the Senator's son."

   Ann turned to see a young man, probably in his early twenties,with a friendly smile and a mop of messy brown hair.He was dressed in a casual button-down shirt and jeans,looking every inch of young politician in training.
    "Nice to meet you Harry,"Anne said extending her hand."The Senator has told me about you already."
     "Did he tell you that he just forces me to be here,"replied Harry while shrugging,his red lips opening widely giving room for his nice white teeth to shine as diamonds.

    The two greeted each other amicably."Let me hope your ready for the flight,"Harry grinned out of the blue.Anne was confused because the Senator or Jack didn't tell her anything concerning the flight.Before saying anything,Harry saw it through her facial expression that she wasn't aware of the flight so he told her everything.They were to fly to Washington DC where Anne is expected to meet the Senator tomorrow and also start her work officially.

     In the first place,Anne thought that she was to serve her boss while in California but it shocked her to hear that she will be performing her duties in Washington DC.Her fate was seeming to take her far beyond her dreams.She loved her country at heart that she even looked at serving the Senator as an opportunity of serving her motherland.The flight to Washington DC was awesome due to the presence of Harry.The latter made sure that Ann feels welcomed and loved in just a short period of time.

    As they reached at the Capitol building,Anne realized that it wasn't a dream but a reality.The imposing figure forecasted the new beginning in her life,which she had  waited for so long.Harry led Anne to the office of Senator Ben where they met many staff members.He began introducing some if them to her.Ann smiled and nodded,taking mental notes as Harry effortlessly charmed her into the Senator's inner circle.

    Harry,with his effortless charm,led Anne through the bustling office introducing her to the staff members."Anne this is Jean Craft,our Chief of Staff.She is the one who keeps everything running smoothly around here."Jean Craft,a statuesque woman with curly black hair and warm smile,extended her hand.
      "Welcome,Anne.We're glad to have you on board."
       Anne was more happy while greeting Jean Craft.
       "The pleasure is mine Miss,who on earth doesn't want to meet or work with you."

    Jean Craft was one of the women in the states who inspired both girls and women.She was an activist and a feminist who went ahead to rise the female voice in United States of America.Next,Harry introduced Anne to Peter Murray,the Senator's legislative Director,a tall,lanky man with a kind face and a person for policy.
     "Peter's the brains behind the operation,"Harry said with a grin.

    As they made their way through the office,Ann met Emily,the communications Director,a bright and bubbly young woman with a talent for spinning stories;Amir Barack,the Deputy Chief of staf,a no nonsense,sharp jawed man with a keen eye for detail.Finally,Harry led Ann to her new office,a cozy space with a stunning view of the Capitol building.The walls were adorned with framed photos of the Senator's accomplishments,and the desk was a beautiful polished mahogany.
    "This is your new place away from home,"Harry said beaming."You'lol do great things here,Ann."

     As Harry bid her farewell,Ann took a deep breath,feeling a sense of excitement and belonging.She knew she had big shoes to fill,but with this talented and dedication team behind her,she was ready to take on the challenge.Ann sat at her desk,feeling stuck and unsure of what to do next.The office was quite,with only the occasional sound of typing or papers shuffling breaking the silence from other offices.She looked up as Harry who had left minutes back appeared again in the doorway with a friendly smile on his face holding a cup of coffee in his hand.
     "Do you need some coffee,"he asked while blushing.
     "I think am need of it badly,"replied Ann as she stood from her seat to take the cup of coffee.
      "Incase you need anything i can give you my number because am always around."

    Ann shared her number to Harry without fear or hesitation.Ann couldn't help but notice the way Harry's eyes crinkled at the corners when he smiled,or the way his hair curled slightly at the nape of his neck.She felt a flutter in her chest,and looked away,trying to focus on other things.Harry,too, couldn't help but steal glances at Anne,her intelligent eyes and sharp jawline captivating him.He found himself wanting to know more about her,to explore the depths of her mind and heart.