I wasn’t hoping for anything to turn out well, because from experience, I knew my wish wouldn’t get sanctioned anyway. But that didn’t tame the nervous flutters in my tummy. I wasn’t even sure if I’d have to work here, or they’d consider my request and transfer me elsewhere.

Let’s see what happens.

Having my fingers crossed, I blew out a breath and walked inside. And I was left in awe.

From the dark marble floor and classy contemporary interior to the polished dark wood ceiling, everything was stunning and spotless. I didn’t know an office could be this beautiful.

When I approached the receptionist, she was up to her feet with a bright smile plastered on her face, even before I could reach her. As if she was just waiting for my arrival.

“Welcome to OC Textiles, ma’am. How may I help you?” she greeted with a polite nod.

“Hi, I’m Emerald Hutton. Today’s my first day.Could you please tell me where I should go first?”

Her nod was eager. “Yes, yes, of course. Can I see your joining letter, please?”

“Yeah, sure. Here.” I handed her the letter.

She didn’t even read it properly, just swiped her eyes over it and gave it back to me. “All right, kindly please follow me, miss. Let me show you to the boss’s office.”

Nodding, I did what she said. But before we could even cross the lobby, we halted in our tracks.

A frown set on my forehead as I stared at the tall caramel eyed man walking towards us with a happy face. When he nodded at the receptionist, she flashed me another smile and walked away.

“Caleb? What are you doing here?” I glanced around. “Are you here for a meeting or something?”

He chuckled. “First of all, welcome to the office. And as for your question, no, I’m not here for any meetings or anything else. This is my office.”

I opened my mouth, processing his words. And then it hit me. “Your office? That means you’re my boss now?”

He shrugged. “In a way, yes. I’m the CEO of this company. But you don’t have to worry about that. Think of it as your own.”

“Wait a minute, I’m not catching up here. What’s going on? I mean, you weren’t even shocked seeing me here.” With narrowed eyes, I tilted my head.

“Because he already knew of your arrival,” a voice said behind me. A deep voice with a hint of a Greek accent I wanted to hate.

Not losing my composure, I turned around. And there he was. Towering over me in his three-piece charcoal suit, he looked as heart-stopping as ever. I didn’t dare show the effect on my face as the memories of that night hit me.

Stay cool, Em. Focus on the current situation.