Shine Extra Large

The so called "Partnership"

Shit! My back is killing me to death. The files in front of me are endless. I know as the new CEO I need to get up all the work done, check up on new projects and keep in touch with the investors.

Moving my neck around, I sighed. I even have school tomorrow and the work here is endless. Not that uncle Vincenzo isn't helping me, but I really want to get this done on my own rather than taking help from him and and making me look incapable of handling important issues.

Nonetheless, it's my duty. I need to get everything done.

After what it felt like forever, I was done. Finally taking a glance at my watch to see it was 12 am. Oh god! I need to sleep real bad.

This has been my schedule since the day I got the company in my hands.

I got to the office lobby to see a very familiar figure sleeping on the couch.

"Hey ... Let's go" I shook him up.

"Oh hey.... You are late again today" he complained while dubbing his eyes.

"Not my fault darling, you are the one that insisted on picking me up every day"... He chuckled and placed his one arm on my waist, while the other holding his car keys.

This has been our couple routine since a three or so. Archer thinks I can't drive late night because it's not safe and blah blah blah. Seriously it's annoying... Yet cute.

"You are gonna be there tomorrow right?" I asked while putting on my seat belt. He kinda looked surprised by my question, then soon a smile was formed on his face but his eyes not meeting mine.

"Tomorrow! ... Oh yeah tomorrow... I'll be there... Let's get you home" I didn't push further, because maybe he is tired from office and all. Soon he dropped me home with a good bye kiss and drove away.

I wish sometimes I could read his mind and whatever is eating him I could take it away.

Next morning was nothing more than usual... The normal 7am alarm with me debating whether I should go to the investor's meetings or not.
Well the Carnival is near too and this year our school is selected to put it up.

"Eleanor... Your uncle is here to pick you up" I heard my mom from the other side of the door. Okay, now I got no choice.

Putting my hair in a bun and wearing the usual sweatshirts and pants that I always do, I was ready. It might be a little weird because people imagine CEOs being all suited up in formals, but this is Eleanor Gellar... Also those clothes are uncomfortable and don't get me started on those hells.

How do people even walk in them!?

Soon Uncle Vincenzo and I reached the massive building of the Gellar's Corp.

"How are you doing with everything?" He asked while walking beside me.

"It's going good soo far..." I said. I couldn't tell him how much of a work pressure it is. But I know soon I'll be out of this high school, then take up a business course in college as well as handle the company side by side.

This is because I don't want others to think that I just inherited it. I want people to know that I wasp capable of handling this whole company.

"That's good to hear... I knew I could entrust the company in your hands" he smiled and we moved towards the meeting room.

The investors and their assistants were already present in the meeting hall. Not to mention I don't have an assistant yet, but uncle Vincy is taking care of that position right now.

"Morning Miss Gellar" I turned around to a very familiar face, smirking at me.

"Morning Mr. Kingstone" I greeted back with a smile. Archer really needs to hold his horses , we aren't in a private place the way he is smirking at me.

I sat beside him and the meeting started. It was a good presentation by all the investors. Most if it look good. I had to choose three best out of five who I can sign the contract with.

Mr. Kingstone looked a bit troubled, who sat on the other side with Archer.

Father and son problems?

After what the three hours felt like forever the meeting was over.

"Hope you have a good day Miss Gellar" they greeted me and moved out.

"So, what do you think?" Uncle asked... I saw their presentation, but I only liked the programs presented by the two companies. They had profit and the product building costs were less too.

"I think for now, we can go with the Kingstone Enterprise and Fabio and Sons because their projects are strong and they have a good future planning of the upcoming technologies" I said and suddenly Uncle Vincy hugged me.

"I am soo proud of you. You have no idea how much hardships your dad and I went through just to build this whole company up.... Thankyou Eleanor" He sobbed and I just hugged him tight. I promise not to do anything that harms the hardwork of my dad.

I signed the papers with Fabio and Sons. Well the next is the Kingstone. I am actually very tired. I know what is written inside tose documents. I went through with the one I just signed, just to be sure if the fine prints and all the conditions.

A knock was heard on the office door.

"Come in" I answered and there comes the Kingstones. They joks a very powerful aura around them. Like as if they know they are great abd no one could deny it. They are confident and always ready for every situation.

Mr. Kingstone and Archer placed themselves in front of me.

Now it was Archer who looked troubled. I wasn't sure why, but he did. He didn't even smile at me when he entered.

"Hello Ms. Gellar" Mr. Kingstone greeted me and I stood up and greeted him back as a sense of respect for such a great man.

"Here are the partnership papers" he handed me out. I couldn't help but look over to Archer again. He seemed a little off.

"Archer you don't look fine... Are you okay?" I asked, completely ignoring the business tycoon sitting in front of me.

"Umm ... Uh... Yeah... Just feeling tired" he replied, but didn't even look at me in eyes. Maybe picking me up from work everyday is making him like this.

I knew what was written in the papers, so I didn't bother reading them abd went to the last three pages where I had to sign.

"Ella...-" Archer called. I looked over to him, for some reason I really want to throw all this away abd take care of him, but I have responsibilities too.

I signed the papers quickly and returned it back to Mr. Kingstone.

They both got up and Mr. Kingstone pulled his hand out for me, "it's was nice doung business with you Ms. Gellar" he said and took the papers away and left. Archer did not leave ye just stood there looking at his father go away.

I walked over to him and pulled him to me.

"Are you feeling well ?" I asked checking his temperature.

He just nodded and placed his head on my shoulder "You won't leave me, no matter what right?" He asked, taking me by surprise...

"Why are you asking-"

"Just answer the God dammit question!" I flinched a little, but seeing him so vulnerable.. I patted his back and nodded.

"I won't leave you... Alright?".  

Sorry for updating soo late, I promise to do it weekly from now on. Also, the upcoming chapters wee not gonna be soo good... There will be a lot of voilence, cursing words, self harm and eating disorders mentioned. So if you aren't comfortable... Do not read it . While rest of the others can enjoy reading.