The Ruthless CEO

Shocked

I returned home with a huge frown on my face. That unbelievably gorgeous jerk. First he ruins my favourite shirt and second he has the guts to shout and threaten me.

Once I was home, I put my shirt for washing and decided to take a nap. Due to my constant anxiety about not getting a job, I couldn't sleep for some days. I wore my oversized shirt and got straight into my bed.

*

I woke up to a loud bang. Must be those neighbors. I looked at my phone and was shocked to see what time it was. Shit, it was six in the evening. I slept most of the day. I reluctantly got up from my bed and went to the kitchen. Guess, it's time to make some dinner.

Due to my lack of financial resources, I'm eating noodles, every single day. It's the only thing that I can afford right now. I'm so grateful I received this job. Perhaps now, I'll be able to eat better.

Once I was done, I got back to bed and started to read my book, Mine for tonight, by J.S Scott. If you're wondering why I aren't watching television, well it's because I don't have one. Same old story, not enough money.

However, while I was reading, I couldn't help myself thinking with whom I'll be working tomorrow. I hope my boss will be as nice as Mr. Salvestro. I just pray everything goes on smoothly tomorrow.

Even after this long nap, I was still feeling sleepy. I put my book aside and set the alarm at six thirty for tomorrow and went off to sleep.

*

I woke up before my alarm could go off. My stomach was churning with anticipation. Today is my official first day of work. I got up with lots of motivation and went to the bathroom to do my business.

After half an hour I was done and the most difficult task began. What to wear? Since I didn't have classic outfits for work, I decided to wear a simple blue marine dress and my old pair of heels. I remember when I first came to New York, I'd found this dress at a shop being sold at two dollars. I guess it was a second hand one. Thank goodness I'd bought it. Another thing added to my list once I receive my paycheck, office outfits. I then tamed the nest on my head and tied it into a nice pony tail.

I looked at my reflection in the mirror. Seems good enough. I didn't bother to wear make-up because I didn't have one. I simply pinched my cheeks to add some color to the bland skin.

At seven fifteen, I was done. I grabbed an apple and got out of my small apartment. I hired a cab and made my way to Salvestro Corporation.

After a while I reached there and nervously got in. The same receptionist fake smiled at me. I didn't bother to tell her where I was going. I simply walked to the elevator and pressed number twenty eight.

I reached the top floor in about five minutes and Mia eagerly greeted me, "Wow, you look gorgeous." She complimented, making me blush.

"Thank you. So do you." I returned her compliment. Mia did look very beautiful with her red blood skirt and plain white shirt that accentuated all her curves.

She came next to me and whispered, "Your Greek God boss is inside. He's one hell of a sexy beast." My eyes widened at what she said.

I looked at my phone and saw it was only quarter to eight. He was there early. "But it's not eight yet." I commented. Shit, my boss was here before me. And here I wanted to make a good impression. Great!

"He was here before I came." Mia explained, calming me down. "But he was looking for you." She informed me. Before I came to work, I was super excited but now I feel the excitement draining and nervousness taking its place.

"Uh, what should I do?" I asked anxiously, fidgeting with my fingers.

"Just go in his office and introduce yourself. Just be calm, okay." Mia grabbed my shoulders, encouraging me.

"Okay. Thanks." I smiled gratefully at her and walked towards the door. I looked back at Mia and saw she was giving a thumbs up, boosting me up. Yes, I can do this. I repeatedly chanted in my ears.

I brought my knuckles to the door and knocked. I heard a faint "come in", and gingerly opened the door.

In front was me was the back of a very tall person. He seemed to have broad shoulders and from what I could see he was looking at what I think is a file. On his desk were lots of papers. Woah, for the first of work, he seems very much absorbed.

"You can close the door, Miss Wilson." A beautiful yet controlling voice said, sending shivers to my spine. I turned away from him to close the door.

When I turned back, all color from my face drained. I was shocked to see who was in front of me. I couldn't speak or do anything. All I could do was see that smirk plastered all over his devastatingly handsome face. No, this can't be. I closed my eyes tightly and opened them once again. This was definitely my imagination. Yeah, Mia was going on about how handsome he was. That's why I'm imagining him as my boss. Once I will open my eyes, he will be gone.

I reluctantly opened my eyes with the hope that he will not be there but was totally disappointed to see him now few steps away from me, watching me bemusedly. Shit!

"Cat caught your tongue, Miss I-Can-Tame-Ill Mannered-And-Presumptuous-Grown-Up-Kids?" He mocked me with that sensuous English accompanied with Italian accent. My mouth were opening and closing at their own accord. I was like a goldfish in front of him, making a huge fool out of myself. Crap, crap, crap! Why didn't I figure this out when I saw him yesterday? He had that Italian accent. He had worn a perfectly designed suit. And now that I'm looking at him thoroughly, he looks a lot like his father. Shit! Why didn't I solve this puzzle yesterday before snapping at him like a mad woman?!

"Yo-you're my boss?" It came out like a question. Mr. Salvestro Jr crossed his arms over his chest making him look even more powerful.

"So, she talks." He kept smirking at me making me. "Yes, I'm your boss." He said taking a few more steps towards me. "The one and only."

The words that I told Mia yesterday rang in my mind, my boss being sexy or not won't make any difference to me... Not only my boss is sexy but I bet that he hates my guts! Crap! This will be hard. Very hard!

*

Chapter 4 coming up right next