Secrets and Things (MxM)

Chapter 13 - Will you just leave me alone?

Previously:

"WHAT IS GOING ON HERE?"

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POV: Nerovsky

Ok as much as I was relieved, I was also kind of scared shitless because one, he used the same deadly tone he used 6 months ago and second, I was definitely getting fired after this. Anyway, as soon as we heard his voice, everyone and everything came to a halt. I came up from behind the desk to observed the current environment. Right now, Bitchrice was staring wide-eyed towards the automated gates (with her strings floating around her), shamelessly checking out my company boss. I dared to look in that direction to not only find boss sir but he had another friend standing next to him. He looked downright amused as he studied the state of the place. A closer look and a sudden revelation occurred to me. Hey that guy is Erwin Fonzo. He is the CEO of Nichola and Co (because his grandpa's name is Nichola and clearly narcissistic). Their company is responsible for creation of sustainable cars and they're pretty bloody successful. I'm pretty sure they're greater than MegCorp. I think Aiden did a little more irrelevant research on him (dunno why). There's something about him being on par with Leonardo when it comes to bachelor-on-demand and boy, you can clearly see why. He's sexy (no time to explain the face though. Other priorities). Anyway point is, Leo and Erwin are best friends or something like that so it explains why he is here. I think.

Anyway enough of la la land because I'd apparently missed some of the dialogue between boss sir and Bitchrice.

"Beatrice yes I know you're glad to see me but right now I'm not really glad to see you. In fact, I'm this close to snapping because clearly, you caused the destruction to the ground floor and if I'm not wrong, it was due to the intent of hurting my employee." Mr. Covell looked over at me with what I swear was a worried look but after I blinked, all I saw was anger and confusion. Probably imagined it.

Beatrice began outwardly seething and harshly pointed at me. She hissed, "it was all his fault. I was just looking for you and wanted to talk to you but he and the receptionist refused to do so. They said no and out of nowhere, he verbally and physically ATTACKED me. Started personally making up rumours about me." She paused and used the opportunity to glide closer to him. She clearly wanted physical comfort but something told her that would probably be the wrong move. Since his face was in a mean frown and he looked on edge. "I was so scared. He needs to get fired."

I clenched my fist in fucking exasperation. What the fuck is wrong with this simp? The two leaders were currently looking at me, one of them with a face of disappointment. Oh HELL no you bitch. I retaliate immediately.

"Are you fucking kidding me? Pardon my language boss sir. Oi Bitchrice."

She looked at me with a glare. Mr. Fonzo eyed me with pure delight and Mr. Covell looked at me with ice. Ouch that look hurts more than it should. I advanced on anyway (quite literally as well. I come out to the front of the desk).

"You really think I'm just going to sit here and listen to all the bullshit you spew. We have bloody video evidence for fucks sake. A quick summary of what happened. Ms. Chase came in. went to the receptionist and rudely, mind you, asked for Mr. Covell's presence. The receptionist did her fucking job and said she can't let her in without an appointment. She lost it and looked for an employee to take her in with the power of intimidation. The employee happened to be me, who was clocked out and ready to go home. I declined her demand, clearly stating I do not have the authority to meet her fucking needs. She went off at me and asked me questions. I answered those questions. She threatened me and my friends. I lost it and snapped back at her. She retaliated by using her Oddity to harm me. Now I will admit. I said some nasty shit that shouldn't be said in a professional environment when I snapped but I never made up shit or spread any rumours. I just said what I believed. Other than that, I handled it maturely and as un-attacking as possible. If you need further evidence, just ask the people around us. Unless she bought them already."

The three of them continued gazing at me. Erwin was absolutely ecstatic with the development and cracked up. Leonardo looked over at Erwin with a disbelieving look and before turning back to me with blankness. Great so now I can't even gauge what he's feeling. Why is he so good at masking? Beatrice looked terrified, glancing between Leo and me. She's about to say something, probably to defend herself before I interrupted her rudely.

"Look. Mr. Covell is here to attend to your every need now. So my job here, that isn't meant to be my job, is done. I think you've done enough damage by getting me fired a month later Ms. Chase so I'm going to go home now to end this painfully long day. I'll deal with the legal logistics of it tomorrow if you don't mind."

With that being said, I walked over to where my satchel bag had been dropped and picked it up. I turned to the exit and fast-walked towards the exit. But alas, once again, I sensed danger coming from behind and leapt to the side to avoid getting painfully stung. I rolled on the floor and smoothly stood up, facing her. She was now standing away from the love of her life and said love (and friend) were currently on defensive mode and seemed ready to push her down (and not me surprisingly). Leonardo seemed pissed and Erwin looked a bit concerned but it was mainly entertained.

Fuck this. Let's get this over and done with. I swore in utter irritation under my breath, then dropped my bag and suit jacket to the floor. I loosened my tie and undone the cuff buttons of my shirt. "You're really not gonna let this go are you?"

She snarled back viciously, "Fuck no. You insulted me and looked down on me. You need to pay."

"Ugh fucking fine. You'll never learn will you. But we're not doing this shit here. You made a mistake getting innocent people involved. They could've been badly hurt and the entire Oddity community would've gotten shit for it. Also, you'd hurt someone who doesn't deserve it in any way." Without waiting for approval, I look at Erwin and simply asked, "Mr. Fonzo. Could you possibly create a portal to the roof of the building? Less damage can occur there and no one else will actually get involved."

The question directed at Fonzo caught him a bit off guard and he looked muddled for a second – probably thinking how I knew about his Oddity – before he produced a cryptic smile and simply said in his VERY deep voice, "Sure."

He put his left arm out in front of him, palm facing away from himself and created a spatial hole. If you moved closer to the gateway, you could see the MegCorp rooftop. I gave him a small nod of gratitude and walked towards the portal. The bitch better following me in or else I'm flying away.

As I was about to put my foot into the portal though, a soft but firm hand held on to my wrist, stopping me in my tracks. I turned my head to find the source, only to be met with golden eyes that were less than mere centimetres away from me. My heart began pulsating rapidly and my breathing hitch. The action caused me to inwardly smile a bit. God any girl to get this close to this face must be living a good life now. Chase had a look that could probably kill you if you stared at it for too long. Whoops? Leo masked a professional, distant face but I could pick up the slight concerned and tired emotions. Did he have a bad day too? He vocalised his concern in a firm, harsh tone. "Now hold on. Neither of you got my approval to go through with this and honestly, I don't like my building on the line. Rooftop or not."

Ah right. He was concerned about the building. What was I expecting? I shook my head and hesitantly gave him a reassuring smile. "Boss sir. She's clearly not going to let this go. I'd rather have her go at me where there is no one and the rooftop seems the best place. I know I'm part of the problem as well, you know, for responding the way that I did. So any damages caused on the building will be paid by yours truly and bitch face over here. Whether she likes it or not. Don't worry though. The damages will be kept to a minimal..." After all, I have to fight the chick without using my powers. Well at least not openly.

Leonardo's grip loosened a bit, eyes still a bit hesitant. I used the opportunity to move away from him and headed towards the portal. Before I go in, however, I expressed a tiny favour. "I'd also appreciate it if no one came through, even you two."

Not waiting for a response, I entered the portal, letting the space-time continuum deliver me to the rooftop. It was peacefully quiet for about 10 seconds before Beatrice came tumbling through after. The spatial gate immediately disappeared, leaving the both of us to just glare at each other.

I went into a lax pose, hands in my trouser's pockets and inquired with a bored voice,

"Well then. Shall we get started?"