My Boss

[16]

[ayanna]

Waking up the next morning felt like a movie. My hair wasn't all over the place like usual and like always I could smell my mother's mouth watering cooking, but today the smell could give you an orgasm. Also my mood was up and I just felt happy.
For the first time in ages I got out of bed with a smile and had a little pep to my step. I sang and danced while I got ready for the day.

Going downstairs for breakfast I saw Noah already seated with his plate dressed in school uniform. He was too busy stuffing his face to acknowledge me when I said good morning to him and planted a kiss on his head. I laughed st my child's silliness and started serve myself. Mama on the other hand was too busy looking at the TV screen.

"Mon Dieu." (My God.)

She whispered to herself as she covered her mouth with her hand. That caught my attention and now I too was looking at the television screen. It was on the news network and on the screen was a neighborhood, or what looked to be the remains of s neighborhood. The houses were completely destroyed and everything looked burnt to a crisp. This was horrible, but it reminded me instantly of something. I couldn't put a finger on it but it was itching at the back of my mind. I had to tare my eyes away from the screen so I could have at least some time to eat my food. Yes I felt bad, but what could I do? Maybe I'll see if could donate some clothes and food.
Looking at the clock I decided it was time to hit the road so I could make it in on time. Saying goodbye to Mama and Noah I got into my car and drove off.
At work I walked in casually to be met by a swarm of people on the office. Printers and copiers were going mad, papers were flying all over the place, and worst of all the coffee was out. Quickly going over to my desk I saw Daphne going mad and I noticed the four empty coffee mugs on her desk.

"Oh my sweet potato pie! Thank the heavens you're here!"

She dropped whatever she was doing and let herself drop into my arms. Out of instinct I wrapped my arms around her, rubbing her back soothingly.

"What's up, Daph?"

I pulled back looking at my friends face that had worried plastered all over. She looked drained of color and the usual pep in her voice was gone.

"Nothing. Uh, can you stay the night?"

"Of course, let me just let my mom and Noah know. We'll leave at lunch."

"We can't leave at lunch! Mr. Rinaldi will kill us!"

"Trust me we're leaving at lunch."

I pulled her into another hug and held onto her for a second longer before letting her get back to work. I couldn't help, but think of everything that has been going. Noah's school, the explosion, and now Daphne is scared to sleep in her own apartment. This couldn't be another Mafia war waging. I hope not, because not only is my son here, but I want my answers. I've lived in complete confusion for the last 6 years and now that I'm finally getting to the truth things like this start occurring.

"Ms. Ojukwu, Mr. Rinaldi requests your presence."

Breaking away from my thoughts I looked up to see a young intern standing in front of me. Nodding I stood and made my way into Mr. Rinaldi's office, but not before I could give myself I quick little once over. Walking into the office Mr. Rinaldi sat at his large desk, per usual, mindlessly working away.

"You sent for me."

Upon hearing my voice his head tore away from his work and his eyes met mine. Within seconds a smile appeared on his face and he stood, starting to walk towards me.

"Morning Ayanna. Just wanted to check in on you this morning, how are you?"

"Doing quite well, how about you Mr. Rinaldi?"

He let out a chuckle abs stepped forward, closing the gap between the two of us.

"Please, call me Marco."

I smiled as he let his hands settle on my waist and our foreheads touch. We stayed like this, in a comfortable silence, just enjoying each other's touch. I wanted so bad to kiss this man, but I did not want to seem like one of those fast girls.

"I want to take you out again, but to do something a little more on an intimate level. May I?"

Just his words alone sent my body into a frenzy. I was already feeling hot and the fact his hands were firmly locked on my waist didn't help.

"I'll say yes on one condition."

His eyes now sparked with interest.

"Let Daphne and I take the rest of the day off."

As I said this his eyes never left mine and something told me he was going to need a little more convincing. So I let my hands wandered up his chest, getting on the tip of my toes to reach his ear.

"Please."

In that moment I had him. His breathing becomes a little ragged and his grip tightened on my waist.

"See you then, mi amor."

With a sly smirk I took this opportunity to take my leave.

"Bye-bye Marco."

With the sway of my hips and the way he bit his lips, I blew him a kiss and disappeared.

{Above is Ayanna's car.}