When he glanced at me, something flashed across his dark, hollow eyes. Tilting his head, he gave me a look over. I didn’t know why, but he looked familiar. And from just looking at him, uneasiness filled me.

“It’s all right, my dear. People often stumble into their way when they don’t see where they’re going. Or… crossing whose path.” The edge of his voice evolved some secrets. Then the ominous look suddenly vanished and replaced a bright smile that didn’t reach his eyes. “I hope your interview went well, dear.”

I looked down at my CV. But still, they were in a file.How did he know I came here for an interview?

“Uh, it was good. But how do you know that I came here for an interview?”

He had that look again. “I know a lot of things, young lady.” His orbs flickered over my shoulder. “If you will excuse me, I’m in a hurry right now. I will see you later.” Nodding, he walked into the elevator.

“But…” I turned around, but the doors were already closed. And he was gone.

I frowned. Who was he? He talked as if… he knew me somehow. But how?

Whatever, I didn’t want to see him around again. That man radiated some kind of negative energy.

Heaving a sigh, I looked up at the sky once outside. First interview got canceled, and this one was terrible. Though he didn’t give me an answer, his expression didn’t seem to be impressed. Still, I had my fingers crossed. I didn’t want this chance to slip away from my hand.

It wasn’t even noon. And I was already feeling tired.

My phone vibrated again. And this time it was my best friend.

“I’ve found out. She isn’t his girlfriend or anything like that. They’re just friends! And if it still bothers you, then you should know that she’s happily married,” Cassie finished in one breath.

“Cassie, what are you talking about…” Then it hit me. That girl with him at the diner. That redhead. Irritation irked my skin.

Wait… what did she say? They’re just… friends? Not anything else?

Why did I feel so light?

I shook my head.

“Em, you there?”

“Yeah, I’m listening.” I cleared my throat.

“Oh, thank God! I thought you died out of relief.” She teased.

I straightened. “It’s nothing like that. I don’t care if she’s his girlfriend or just a friend. And you called me to inform this?”

I could imagine her rolling her amber eyes.

“Yeah, right! That’s why you vanished after that night. Don’t lie to me, bitch! I know how much you care. So as a best friend, I just did my duty by applying balm on your burn.”