When I moved in with my best friend, I expected late-night talks and cozy movie marathons, but I never anticipated that my new neighbor would be my billionaire boss.
Alexander Hart is everything I shouldn't want-handsome, charming, and utterly capti...
As I walked away from the elevator, I couldn't shake the feeling of annoyance simmering inside me. What an asshole, I thought, replaying the encounter in my head. He had this air of arrogance, acting as if he were above it all, completely unfazed by my presence. But I wasn't the type to let someone get under my skin, and his indifferent attitude only fueled my frustration.
Yet, despite my irritation, I couldn't deny the way my heart raced when he leaned closer. It was infuriating how he was both annoying and captivating at the same time. I shook my head, trying to push aside the lingering thoughts of his smirk and the way his eyes held a hint of amusement.
I'm not here to get caught up in some corporate prince's game, I reminded myself firmly. I had a new job to focus on, and I wouldn't let a guy like him distract me. Still, the encounter was gnawing at me, leaving me both irritated and strangely intrigued. I needed to redirect that energy into my work and prove that I was more than capable of holding my own in this new environment.
As I made my way to my new workplace, still grappling with thoughts of the elevator encounter, I suddenly found myself face to face with a stunning woman who approached me with a warm smile. "You must be Mrs. Rees," she said, her voice friendly and welcoming.
I blinked in surprise, a bit taken aback by her immediate recognition. "Uh, yes, that's me," I replied, trying to shake off my earlier frustration.
"It's great to finally meet you! I'm Clara, the head of the marketing department. I've heard wonderful things about you already," she said, extending her hand for a shake. Her confidence and charisma were contagious, and I felt a spark of excitement about being in this new environment.
"Thanks! It's nice to meet you too," I said, taking her hand and feeling a rush of energy from her enthusiasm. Maybe this job would be exactly what I needed to distract myself from any lingering thoughts about that jerk in the elevator. As Clara and I chatted, I couldn't help but think, I hope I don't meet him ever again.
Clara seemed genuinely excited to have me on board, and her positive energy was infectious. I needed to immerse myself in my work, build new connections, and establish my place in this company.
As I settled into my new routine at work, I overheard some chatter about the company's recent leadership change. "Did you hear? The new CEO is Alexander Hart! Mr. Daniel Hart retired, and his son took his place," one of my coworkers said excitedly.
Curiosity piqued, I couldn't help but wonder who this Alexander Hart was. I'm sure he's super handsome and rich, I thought, letting my imagination run wild. The way people spoke about him suggested he was not only good-looking but also had a powerful presence.
But then reality hit me. A nobody like me would never have a chance to meet him in person. I shook my head, trying to dismiss the fleeting daydreams. I had enough on my plate with my new job and moving in with Melanie. I didn't need to get caught up in fantasies about meeting some CEO. Still, the allure of the unknown lingered in my thoughts, and I found myself glancing around the office, half-hoping to catch a glimpse of the man who had suddenly become the talk of the company.
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