Best Mistake

Chapter 3

Jenny's POV

I sat on the couch with Ash staring at me right in front of me. I'm not comfortable at this state so I lowered my head to lessen this embarrassment of mine.

"Why do you think I chose you instead of the other girls?" he started. At first, I don't know what to answer. And I didn't expect that he'd be this straightforward.

I looked away for a moment. I thought about it as to why he chose me instead of the other girls. Maybe I'm more attractive? HAHA! Nah!

I shrugged then looked at him. "I'm not quite sure, sir. But I'm still thankful that you hired me." I was really impressed on how I act and pretend that I don't admire this handsome guy in front of me. Maybe because I want to do it step by step.

He shifted his seat and put his elbows on his knees.

"I chose you because you are not like the other girls." I frowned and I completely did not have a clue what he just said. What does he mean by me being different?

"I guess you know how popular I am this past few months, especially for girls. Of course I don't mind them being a fan. I appreciate all of their efforts and it just really amazing to make people happy by just hearing me sing or act, or just my presence." He stated.

I pursed my lips again after hearing that he appreciates all the fan's efforts, and I'm one of those fans who make efforts and support him. I should not smile or giggle because it felt dangerous.

"So...your point is?" I asked. Truth be told, I don't know where our talk was heading.

He took a deep breath. "My point is they admired me, yes! But the one they admiring is not the real me. Remember those girls who cried after their interview?" I nodded. The atmosphere was starting to change and it was heating up.

"I turned them down. Well, let's include Stella's rude words too, and of course, because they are a big fan of me. Instead of me asking them questions, they started squealing then asked me for an autograph. I mean, that was a job interview not a fan signing event. I was about to stop the job hiring but decided to finish it and not to be rude."

I looked at him. "What's wrong with being a big fan?" I was trying to control myself from bursting out. What's wrong of being a big fan? He just said a while back that he appreciated that everybody admired him. Gosh! This will be a big turn off.

But whatever I do, I just can't make myself turn off over you. hihihihi!

"Okay, listen to me Jenny. I want a PA that see me as the real me. Not the Ash who you are seeing from the stage or at the T.V. You're my personal assistant and you work exclusively with me every day. I just want to feel as myself and not a celebrity. And I don't want a PA that admired me, or a fan. Do you understand me?" He explained.

I'm trying to analyze everything he'd said. His words won't sync. I wanted to cry because I'm his fan. But this is Ash, like asking a favor. I don't want to let him down.

"So I was surprised when we interviewed you. You prioritize your studies and not over me. I felt that."

He looked into my eyes. "Now, answer me Miss Jenny..." I nodded, encouraging him to continue.

But some part of me was afraid of what he's about to say. I didn't budge and just focused at him.

He sighed. "I'm gonna ask you just once, are you a fan of me? or Do you admire me as a celebrity?" 

I was silent for a moment. I was nervous, don't know what to reply. He raised his left eyebrow. Maybe I'm taking my time too long. Oh my Gosh!

If he finds out that I'm a fan—correction: A BIG FAN—I'm in big trouble. But I don't want to disappoint him, or let him down. Think, Jenny! Think!