Office
1439 Words
“I’m so excited about your first day here, Hanna.” Jess is so excited for her. On the contrary, Hanna is still apprehensive. She’s hoping she did the right decision.
“How I wish I could be that kind of excited as you are for me, Jess. This is really new for me. I have never been a secretary before.”
“Hey, this is only your first day, so give it a try. If our boss gives you a problem, just tell me and we’ll trash talk him.”
Hanna bursts out laughing.
“Thanks for that.”
Hanna goes to her assigned desk and places all her things.
Alright! You need to prove to your parents that you can live without them. Without their money, Hanna.
Hanna releases a sigh before she starts her day. She still has ten minutes before her devil boss arrives. She fastens her pace from preparing the coffee, which she does not know how to. So she quickly calls Ms. Perkins and asks her.
Minutes passed by and the handsome devil walks in with all his might. His face is still in poker state.
Does he not know how to smile often? Hanna thought. She frowns a bit and Callum sees it.
“Good morning Sir.”
“Good morning Ms. Davis. Follow me to my office.”
“Huh? But---“
Oh! I’m his Secretary. Stupid Hanna! She scorned herself.
“Okay.”
Hanna follows him from behind. They go inside. Hanna waits for Callum to speak as she’s standing in front of his desk.
Callum is taking his time. He actually has no reason he asked her to follow.
“Mr. Wertheimer, what is it you want to discuss?” Hanna can’t wait for another minute. She feels like Callum is undressing her the way he looks at her and it leads her on.
Callum clears her throat before he speaks.
“It’s Callum.”
“I’m sorry, what??”
“I don’t need formality. Call me on my first name.”
“You’re the boss, Sir and I should address you properly.”
“You’re right. I’m the boss and you should do as I say.” Callum is seriously looking at her.
Hanna really doesn’t like to be bossed around. In her previous company she was the chief-editor, so she has the power to voice out..
Hanna, this is your new job. You’re his Secretary. Do your job!
“Alright. So Callum, what do you want to discuss. I believe time is very important for you and I think I still have a lot of works to do. I guess we both don’t want to waste our time.”
“I need more coffee.”
“You should have told me right away.” Hanna says in lower voice.
“What did you say?”
“Just saying if there’s anything you need aside from making you another coffee.”
“Nothing.”
After making Callum his coffee, Hanna quickly goes out. But before she could even sit in her chair, she receives a call.
“Hello, MG--?”
“Come here.”
Grrrrr... What is it he wants now? I already asked him if he needs anything..!.. and what’s the use of this phone if he can’t say what he needs? That i***t!!! Grrr...
Hanna storms inside his office.
Hanna composes herself before she speaks.
“Yes, Sir?”
“Where’s my pen?”
Seriously??! Hanna can’t believe him.
“Sir, I just saw it earlier near you.”
“Call me sir one more time and you will get punishment.”
Hanna gulps. The way he looks at her makes her shiver.
“I’m sorry.”
Hanna, why are you even apologizing? Saying Sir is not a crime. But he’s your boss, so obey! Hanna’s conscience is arguing with her.
Hanna walks to the desk and looks for the pen.
“Is it the black with a gold cap?” Hanna asks Callum. She’s not giving him any glances, as she’s busy looking for the pen.
“I’m sure I saw it earlier. Uhm, can you use my extra pen while I’m still looking for it? I have several pens in my purse.”
Hanna still doesn’t pay a glance at him.
Hanna ducks under the table to check the floor.
She stands up.
“So weird.. why---“
She suddenly stops when she notices the pen that Callum is holding while smirking at her.
“You find it!” She exclaims in happiness, but she doubts right away when she looks at his face.
“Ugh! You’re unbelievable!” Hanna walks out without waiting for his reply.
That man!! She’s sulking when another call comes in.
“MGC office, how may I help?”
“Transfer me to Callum.” A woman’s arrogant voice makes her mood worst.
“May I know who’s this?”
“Just transfer me over to his line!”
“I’m sorry Miss but I can’t do that unless you tell me your purpose or even just a name so I can inform my boss.”
“Are you stupid?! Don’t you know who I am?”
How would I know??! You’re not telling me your name. This woman is probably good at talking nonsense!
“That’s why I am asking who am I talking with right now.” Hanna rolls her eyes.
“Whatever b***h!”
The woman hangs up the phone.
“What the heck?? Did she just hang up on me? Hah!”
Relax.. Hanna, calm down.. This isn’t half of the day yet.
Inhale.. Exhale..
Then another phone call startles her.
“MGC Publishing, Hanna speaking.”
“Hanna.. it’s me..” A woman’s voice. But she’s whispering.
Hanna’s brows are almost in one line.
“Who??”
“It’s me Jess.”
“Jeez, Jess, why are you whispering?”
“Well, you need to get ready. The slut is coming and she’s furious.”
“Slut?! Wait, what are you talking about?”
“Violet is going there. Don’t let her in. Our boss doesn’t want to see her.”
“Violet?”
Oh, I remember that name. Ms. Perkins told me about her.
“Yes. She’s a biaatch and don’t let her in. Okay?”
“I’ll call Ca--, Mr. Wertheimer now. Thanks Jess.”
She dials his extension, and Callum quickly picks up.
“What?”
“If a certain woman by the name of Violet insists on coming into your office. Shall I let her in?”
There are few seconds of silence.
“Mr. Wer -- I mean, Callum, Shall I?”
“No. Call security if she comes.”
“Got it. Bye--“
“Ms. Davis-“
“Sir? Oh shit.. Oh gosh. I’m sorry. Yes. Callum, what is it?”
Callum can’t help but tear a smile on his face. He’s, in fact, smiling in his office right now.
“Come inside.”
Before Hanna totally drops the call. Callum hears her even if it’s just a whisper.
“I knew it. I’m dead.” Hanna said it, as she remembered what Callum told her earlier. She doesn’t want to get punishment on her first day.
Callum chuckles.
She’s about to leave her table to go inside his office, but a sophisticated woman comes in. Hanna quickly blocks her from going in.
“I’m sorry, but I was advised not to let anyone goes inside. Callu — Mr. Wertheimer advised me that.”
“What?! Who the hell are you??”
‘Wait, her voice sounds familiar.’ Hanna thought
“Oh! So you were the one who answered my call?!”
“I guess so.”
“Who the hell you think you are? I need to see Callum. Get out of my way.”
“I can’t do that. Better leave before I call security.”
“Are you threatening me??”
“If that’s how you take it.”
“You b***h!” Violet is about to slap her, but a strong arm stops her and pulls Hanna back.
Callum?!
Hanna is surprised.
“You dare not to lay a finger on her or I will make your life a living hell, Violet!”
Hanna can feel the danger in his voice.
“Callum.. It’s not what you think it is. Look, I’m here for you but she’s not letting me--“
“Leave!”
“What?” Violet is confused. “But why?”
Callum didn’t answer her. He pulled Hanna with him inside his office leaving Violet dumbfounded and even more furious.
- Writer
