3 THE SECOND ENCOUNTER
1708 Words
(IZARA POV)
It's been exactly 2 days since the incident.
My body still felt every single moment I felt with that strange man.
The way his hand caress my body. The way he grunted close to my ear.
A shiver passed through my body, as my face turned bright red.
“No! Snap out of it!” I quickly splashed water on my face and taking in a deep breath, looked in the mirror.
Today that old man will officially announce his secretary and it will not be me.
I ground my teeth as tears threatened to fill my eyes as I banged my fist on the company bathroom wall.
I won't give up! I just can't afford to give up!
I took in another deep breath, trying to compose myself before returning to the workspace.
Everyone turned silent as soon as they saw me entering. Some had a pitiful look while some walked past with a wide smirk.
“Forget it,” I mumbled opening my purse.
A note fell and I quickly picked it up.
‘Loved every moment. I will see you at work’ it said
Another round of heat spread across my face as I quickly shoved the paper back into my purse.
I knew he was my mate and all but to sleep with him the very first second I saw him!
I groaned banging my head on the desk.
What were you thinking! On top of that, he is a human!
It was the most unreal experience I had.
But aafter an unforgettable passionate night with him, I woke up the next day with nothing but a note.
I dont remember anything about him. I felt like he had told me his name but…..
I strained my eyebrows, once again desperately trying to remember.
Nothing.
I sighed looking at my computer.
‘See you at work’
I looked around the office, my eyes roaming through each desk. He said he would see me at work but he was nowhere to be seen.
Is he someone working in my department?
“You are really crazy” I muttered shaking my head.
Of course, I knew he wasn't there. If he was here, I would have sensed him.
Yet I am desperately searching….
“Isabella”
I jumped in my seat as I turned to my manager.
“Ah uh, Morning Sir. I didn't see you there”
The man gave me a smug smile leaning onto my cubical making me let out an uncomfortable breath.
“I heard the news”
“What news, Sir”
“That you didn't get the promotion. But don't worry, you will be permanently working under me as my assistant.” his disgusting smile grew wide as he leaned in further. “We will have so much fun together”
I smiled back at him, trying my best not to punch him right in his face.
“Thank you, Sir. But the matter has not been officially announced yet. So let's wait until then”
Asshole! He has a wife and child and still goes around harassing women.
The man didn't look impressed as he muttered something and left.
Like I care what he says!
I shook my head and started to work. I could here people around me talk about me. Some even expressed their sadness by offering to buy me lunch.
In the end I decided to skip it.
In the evening, around 5 minutes before I clock out, the manager walked upto me.
“You are called into the CEO's office,” he said before putting down a set of files on my table. “Also review these documents and prepare notes for me by tomorrow evening.”
“These are your proposals, sir” I voiced raising one eyebrow at him.
“So? You are going to be my assistant. Might as well start now”
The man had a smudge look on his face as he dumped his entire day's work on me.
I muttered a curse under my breath as I put those files aside and focused on my current issue.
The CEO called me. For what?
A hope sparked inside me as I stood up, quickly fixing my appearance. What if he changed his mind?
But my thought was immediately crushed as Ashley walked in. She looked like she walked straight out of the salon and I bet she did.
As she entered, she was quickly greeted by others and bullshit, they even gave her a bouquet.
Changed his mind, his ass. He must probably call for praising me and telling I was so close to being selected…blah blah blah. Yeah, I get it. A strategy used so that I wont quit.
I used to do that to my workers as well.
The elevator dinged open as I stepped out into the CEO’s presidential office.
Walking straight, I was welcomed by a security who raised one eyebrow at me.
“I was asked to come,” I said as he hummed picking up the telephone.
“Name?”
“Izabella”
The man asked the other end for confirmation before he used his card to open the door. He opened the door and allowed me to enter.
“Thanks” I muttered walking in.
The presidential floor was not used for almost a year and most of the staff had not seen them as well. But those who did praised the beauty.
Unlike the modern office infrastructure, this place was designed with fine wood. It was like I was entering a completely different building.
“Miss Izabella?” a man voiced as I entered. His eyes widened, a smile creeping into his face.
A familiar musky scent appeared from him.
“A shifter,” I said as he grinned nodding.
“It's a pleasure to finally see Valerian step foot on the presidential floor” he laughed shaking my hand.
“It's a pleasure to see a Valerian in such a high position as well” I replied.
I feel so proud of being their queen.
“You seem to have a stronger smell. Are you a Royal?” he asked as I raised my surprise at him.
“Ah… yes. One among them” I let out an awkward laugh.
“Damn. I never thought a Royal would work in the human territory”
“Well I am unique” I continued my awkward laugh hoping he bought everything.
“Well it's goo-” he was cut midway when a bell rang. “Oh, right. Sorry, but Mr Allure Is waiting for you. We will talk later”
I nodded my head as he moved away from the door. I grabbed hold of the door knob taking in a deep breath.
“Let's get this over with” I muttered before opening the door.
A familiar smell I desperately missed evaded my nose.
“Cinnamon” I voiced surprised, my eyes snapped to the man sitting behind the desk.
“Hello Izzy”
It was him. It was my mate.
Fucking hell. He looked hot.
He was in a full suit, fit and handsome. He was wearing a thin frame of silver glass which made him look twice as attractive.
I didn't even know you could be head over heels attracted to a man with glasses.
Thank you, Goddess for giving him poor eyesight!
The smell of cinnamon was getting stronger and the closed airtight room was not helping me.
I stared at the man smirking at me. It took me a whole minute to figure things out.
“Wait, what are you doing there?” was the first thing I asked.
“Why do you think I am here?” he asked amused.
“I-” I opened and then closed my mouth, looking around. “Mr Allure?”
“Yes?” he asked as if he was an ‘Allure’
“You don't look old…”
“Why thank you.”
“No, that was … that was not what I mean. Isn’t Mr Jason Allure supposed to be here right?”
“Ahh you were expecting my father” he stood up from his desk and walked to me. “Well, he is old and unwell and I am the heir.”
I started walking back as he walked to me like I was his prey.
“That topic aside, how is your body?”
Right now I was trapped between him and the wall. His scent was attacking my nose, my whole body shaking at the feeling.
“I-.... Um”
“Lost your voice from all those screaming and begging?” he grabbed my hands and slammed them on each side.
“Excuse me! I did-” Before I could even finish my sentence he slammed his lips against mine.
I let out a sudden surprised moan before sinking into his kiss. I knew I was strong enough to push him away but my body had other plans. It felt limp and weak as he put his leg between my thighs anchoring me up.
Seeing how I just gave up my pride and kissed him back, he released the hold on my hands before placing it on my waist.
Our kiss deepened. My arms wrapped around his shoulder and my hand tugged his soft hair.
I can't believe my mate is the heir to the Allure family.
Wait.
My mate is the heir to the Allure family.
My eyes widened at the realization. My reflex kicked him and I pushed him away.
I ground my teeth trying to steady my breathing. “Sir, please move” I muttered pushing him away. I didn't use much strength but he still backed away, a smirk still hanging on his lips.
Betray….
The word echoed inside my head as I realized what was happening.
“I am sorry for yesterday, sir. I was drunk and stupid. Please forget everything” I forced out looking up at him.
Both of us were looking like a complete mess.
He opened his mouth to speak but I cut him off.
“I will leave now” I muttered before rushing out of the room, desperate to get away from him.
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