CEO's Dangerous Obsession

Acceptance

It was the next day, and Madelyn woke up from her sleep. Her body didn't feel too relaxed since she only slept three hours due to the stress of the Xander situation. She got her phone to look up any messages and emails. When looking at her email app, there was a notification that she received an email. Once she looked at her email, her eyes widened. She received an update on her application to teach abroad. 

Madelyn immediately sat up and clicked on the email, and read it. Her hands slowly began to tremble; her eyes and lips widened. "I-I am accepted to the program! I can't believe this!" she screamed joyfully while hopping. After so much stress and suffering, her prayers were answered; she could teach abroad.

Looking at the email, she could teach for one year, and if they liked her, they would help her pay for her education. It was a dream come true. She got out her phone and texted Octavio if they could meet later in the afternoon. It was still early in the morning, and he would take time to see her text, but she was patient.

The morning arrived and went; it was 4 p.m., and Octavio was finished at work. He had many meetings to attend, which made him have a headache. When he finally looked at his phone, he saw that Madelyn sent him a message. It stated that she had important news to tell him and if he could come by later. Octavio texted back and told her he would be there soon. The young man exited the building, got to his car, and drove to Madelyn's apartment. To his luck, traffic wasn't as bad, making him get to Madelyn's place sooner. About 30 minutes later, he arrived and parked close to the apartment complex. Luckily, no Paparazzi or anyone in the entertainment industry bothered him or Madelyn.

He got to her apartment and gently knocked on the door, awaiting her response. After what seemed like an eternity, she opened the door. She sighed in relief. "I'm glad it's you, Octavio. I thought you were...you know..."

"Don't worry. It's me. Sorry I didn't answer your text sooner; I was busy with meetings and such," he said while entering the apartment. Once inside, he noticed some Italian takeout on the table, which intrigued him. "What's going on here? You have so much food that it could feed a village."

Madelyn blushed and smiled. "Well, I wanted to tell you I have received some news. Great news."

"Which is?"

Madelyn took out her phone and handed it to Octavio. "Some time ago, I signed up to teach abroad, and today, I received this letter saying that I got accepted. I thought this could be a good chance to escape to another country and live at peace for a while, hoping this charade would end."

Octavio was surprised. However, he noticed the happiness in Madelyn's eyes. She seemed to want to go abroad to pursue her dream of teaching. He was a bit sad and concerned, but if this would protect her from Xander, who was he to stop her? "Are you planning to go?"

"Yes, but I will think of this very carefully."

"How long will you be abroad?"

"About a year, but I will be coming back." She noticed the look of uncertainty on his face. Deep down, she felt terrible as she began to like him. Madelyn wondered if he held any feelings toward her or if he felt pity for her. "I'm sorry, it's just that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and it would look good on my resume. I could even get financial assistance to help me more with my education. I-I know this is sudden, and you helped me out a lot. I-"

She was interrupted when Octavio hugged her; his hug was warm, making her feel safe. "Whatever you decide, I will support you either way. All I want is for you to be happy." He separated from the hug. However, you and I will keep in contact while you stay abroad. Also, before you go, will you let me take you out more? I like you very much and want us to become more than friends."

"O-Octavio, do you mean?"

He nodded. "I would be more than happy to wait for you. Who knows, I can visit you in whatever country you teach. I would also be happy to donate to the organization as long as it is to help the students. Will you be okay with that?"

Madelyn hugged him tighter, gathered her courage, and gave him a peck on his lips, making the young man blush. "Yes, I accept. Thank you, Octavio."