Culture Shock

Chapter 2

*5 hours Later*

I hopped out of the cab that stopped in front of my new apartment complex. It was beautiful, right in the heart of the city. I got of the car with my suitcases and looked left to see my cousin holding up a sign that read "Welcome to NYC" she immediately ran up to me and embraced me in a warm hug.

"Cleo .. Oh my god, look at you! You're so beautiful, i haven't seen you since we were little!"

"You too boo, how you been?" i said moving a piece of hair out of my face.

"Just fine .. you're going to love it up here, so many cute guys and busy streets, it's real live here." She seemed really happy for me to be here, already assuming i was on a "Love Hunt."

"Cam, boys already? How did you know i'm not seeing someone?" I Said chuckling lightly.

"Oh Please .. Cleo you've been with Trey since ya'll were in the 10th grade, don't you think that's long enough, try something new for a change, besides the boys down here are way more exciting than his lil thug love life, but we'll talk about this later, come on!" she yellled pulling my arm up to my new apartment.

Once we reached the door she turned the knob slowly adding to the butterflies in my stomach. My mouth hung open at how gorgeous and well decorated the rooms were, my cousin must really love me.

"Oh my gosh Cameron ! It's Beautiful, why did you do all this for me?" I continued to pace back and forth touching all the expensive decor she picked out.

"I mean .. i know how it felt when i moved to NY for law school, i had nothing, no furniture, food, or anything. I was lost and homesick and i just wanted you to be comfortable" She gave me a reassuring smile and i nodded in response.

"That's really sweet Cam .. i have to pack you back ya know?"

"Nope .. that wont be necessary, just keep in touch and get out there, get to know new people, and take chances Cleo, I just want you to be happy. And show up for work on time tomorrow." She said winking, she was headed towards the front door, I'm guessing to leave, even though i didn't want to be alone, but i know i have to grow up now and face it.

"Why ya leaving so soon? I need company!" I said plopping down on my black couch.

"I have some business to take care of, ya know being a lawyer and all, I'll catch ya later cuz"

"Okay Bye Cam" I shut the door behind her and ran into MY ROOM, IN MY OWN APARTMENT, yes i'm thrilled to have my own privacy, and ready to blast some music.

*The Next Morning*

  I woke up with hair sprawled out all over my facfe, from where it escaped my messy bun from wild sleeping. I've always been a wild sleeper, when i was younger and had sleep overs witth Cameron, she would have to bring a sleeping bag because i would literally roll over her in my sleep.

"Ugh 6 am .. " I groaned getting out of bed, pulling out my wedgie from shorts and heading towards the bathroom to shower.

For my '1st day of work outfit' I picked out a black pencil skirt, which i found rather tight but oh well, and a white collar halter top, that showed of a l il cleavage, then to top it off with my Louis Vuitton heels. I put on my last finishinh touches of nude make up and grabbed my purse and work bag and headed downstairs.

*30 minutes later*

It took me 15 minutes to catch a cab, but i managed to be patient. I hop out in front of a huge building, way more prettier than the ones back home. I walked up to a desk clerk and asked her where i could find a Mr. Lopez .. he's the person who hired me.

"He"s on floor 5 and his office is directly to the right and will be labeled Lopez on the door." she said smiling up at me.

"Okay, thank you."

I hopped on the elevator for a ride, that's gonna seem like forever. I hate riding elevators because i  always feel like they're going to break down, i know it's crazy. Once i got off i followed the lady's directions and knocked on Mr. Lopez's door.

"Come In" his deep voice from the other side called out.

"Hi, Is It Mr. Lopez?" i asked to assure i was speaking to the right person.

"Yes .. that's me" he said grinning, showing a side of goofiness, even though i just met this man i could tell he was playful and young to be an CEO.

"Oh good, well I'm Cleopatra Thomas i was hired as a designer for company, complex media.

"Ah Yes, i remember you, you had the best reviews, i was impressed. he said pulling out my sketches.

"Yeah .. that's my passion, designing men clothing" i replied smiling.

"Well let's get you to your desk sha'll we" He stood up with at least a 6'2 figure and slim body, he was gorgeous and his hair looked better than some females. As we were walking he was telling me who i would be sharing my ideas with and giving most of my time, he goes by Mr. August or Chresanto August.

"Now he's really into his work, more like an workaholic, never takes breaks and everything is serious with him, but i'm sure you can handle it, you are a strong-willed young lady." he said smiling own on my 5'2 body, he's pretty tall compared to me, even with heels on.

"Okay .. Mr. Lopez, it will be no problem." i said returning the smile.

"And please, call me Rayan, Mr. Lopez sounds old and this is a young business." he said chuckling. Just as we were walking and laughing a caramel-skinned Guy with curly hair and honey brown tips bumped my shoulder and he did not look happy.

"You're excused" he says jokingly turning to see who bumped him. His face shows stress and worry but besides that he was sexy .. very sexy, i could feel myself getting damp just looking at him. He was about 6'1 and he was ripped with plump juicy lips and piercing brown eyes. I couldn't even speak so Rayan spoke up for me.

"Oh hey Chresanto, this is Cleopatra, i just hired her last week, she moved all the way down from Virginia to be apart of complex media." he said sounding like a boy scout.

"Cut the crap Ray," he dapped him up and they both started chuckling. They act like 2 best friends, even during professional business.

"It's nice to meet you Cleopatra," he said extending his hand, he shook slowly looking into my eyes, then smiled showing his fangs. I wanted to pass out right there. "But i should be getting back to work" he said disappearing down the hall to his office. I looked down at my feet blushing because I think i'm attracted to my boss.

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