Becoming His Woman

Chapter 2: Becoming His Secratary

What I saw in the mirror really makes me feel proud about myself. I look amazing. I bet Calix will feel the same way too. My white long flowy sleeves blouse with a scuffle in its neck showcases my slim waist and proud mounds without appearing slutty and cheap.

I paired it with an above the knee pencil cut skirt to reveal my long athletic legs. Honestly, I find it the sexiest part of my body I am most confident at. People also comes to notice that every now and then.

Aside from my stunning outfits, I wanted to applause myself for my make up skill. I look different. I hope people won't recognize I am Herena. Starting today, I will be called Bliss Fernatto, a simple New Yorker and a college graduate.

It was such an advantage for me that I didn't attend public gatherings much especially those that are business related. My identity is rather private than the rest of the CEOs. I didn’t expect that it will be such a great help on my plan someday.

“Whoa! You really never fails to surprise darling.” I heard my cousin intrude my room. I can see in the mirror that he was well dressed too. Well, he should…for he will be acting CEO from now on.

“Here are your needed documents Herena…or must I say Bliss.” He teased before handing me my papers including my resume bearing my new name.

“Bliss Fernatto…Hmmm…really sounds like a commoner. Good choice of name.” I don’t know if that was a compliment or an insult.

“Can you honestly tell me…Do you think Calix will recognize me now?” I curiously asked Alexis. I am worried. My plans will be doomed if he learns about my real identity. My cousin thinks for a while and scans me from head to toe.

“To be frank, even without make up…the risk of him recognizing you was low. First, you have grown a lot. It’s been eight years darling for Pete’s sake. Second…” He hesitated to continue.

“Second? What?” I am being impatient. He chuckled before speaking.

“Second, you look ugly before…only now that you become this pretty.” Ugh! Seriously, I know I am at least cute when I am young.

“I’ll get going.” I slightly pushed him out of the way. He loves pissing me off. That’s his forte. And it would be too childish for me to fire back.

After thirty minutes of driving and dealing with traffic jams, I finally reached the Dexigrous Empire Main Building. I look at my wristwatch only to be disappointed. I am ten minutes late. Gosh! I ran towards the elevator and punch the floor where the interview was suppose to happen.

Ting!

I fix my composure and start to walk towards the seats where I can see female applicants gathered. There were a lot of us. Unfortunately because I came last, I will be called after all these girls are done. I guess there are about twenty of them. Haist! I should have come earlier.

I just bring out my mobile phone and checks on the monthly sales of our clothing line. So far, it’s been good and slowly increasing. That was so nice to hear.

“I told you I want to see him now!” I heard a lady demanded on the guard who is blocking the door leading to where the interview is held. The guard politely shook his head in refusal but the lady in orange dress keeps on insisting. She looks beautiful but I can’t help to be disappointed of her stubbornness. Look. She is disturbing everyone with her childish rants.

Not long after, I saw a woman in uniform handing a phone to the lady in dress. I don’t know how the conversation goes but the girl leaves after that. Quite a show sis. I silently said as she passes by me.

After more than an hour of sitting my butt on the waiting area, finally it was my turn. I took a deep breath first before stepping inside. ‘Herena be professional'.

“Good morning Sir.” I greeted and slightly bow my head. I slowly lifted my head to see the man in front of me. Good thing! It was his back which are facing me. I think I will stutter if I saw him face-to-facebwithout cue. But there is something wrong. He’s hair is about shoulder length, but in the pictures that I saw…it wasn’t not.

“Good morning too…” The man slowly turn around. And I was right. It wasn’t Calix at all. I don’t know who is this? “…beautiful lady.” He included on his greetings as he winks. Can somebody tell me if I am in the right room?

“Take a seat.” He invited me which I gladly obliged despite the doubt running on my mind. I handed him my resume. He opens it and scans it for a moment.

“So you are Ms. Bliss Fernatto?” He verified. ‘No actually', my conscience says.

“Yes I am.” I lied.

“By the way I am Devon Drake Dexigrous. I am acting on his behalf.” He introduced himself. Now, I realize the fact that I never met at least one family relatives of Calix back then. He always tends to be so mysterious and secretive that’s why.

Devon started asking me basic questions about my background before asking something irrelevant. “Do you have a boyfriend or fiancé?” If I am drinking something, I would definitely choke. Do I have to answer that?

I am about to answer when I heard the door behind us swung open. “What the hell!?” I heard a familiar voice from behind…followed by footsteps. He is approaching us. Gosh! I know it was Calix…his voice…even his temper…it was all him.

“Easy brother.” Devon chuckled and grinned from ear to ear. “No need to be furious. See I help you with interview.”

“That’s the point! I want to administer the interview myself for she will be serving me soon!” I heard Calix shouted to his brother. I thought he never sees me so I lowered down my head and let them talk as they want.

After a while, I saw pair of feet marching towards the exit. I slowly looked at his face. It was Devon who walk out…meaning I am left with Calix.

“Sorry you have to see that.” I heard him apologizes about earlier.

“Ahhh…It’s o-kay…” I answered. ‘Herena, don’t stutter please,’ my sub consciousness reminded me. Slowly, I lifted up my chin. I saw him stare for a while before speaking. What was that for? Did he recognize me or? I can’t seem to make a guess.

He is the hardest soul to read through the eyes.

“Let’s get to the point. Why do you want to be my secretary?” He asked looking straight to my eyes.

Swallowing slightly, I opened my mouth for response. “I wanted to become your secretary because I want to take part in your journey of making Dexigrous Empire greater than it is now.” I answered. ‘And because it was the only way to gain you back.’ My sub consciousness silently continued.

“Okay. You are hired.” He said to me. My heart is celebrating! The plan is going well!

“Start reporting tomorrow before 8 o’clock in the morning.” He added as I signed the contract. Thank goodness, I am officially his secretary. One step closer of BECOMING HIS WOMAN!