Chapter 1.1: Watching From Afar.

Written by BlackRavenInk16 

"BOSS, we have an urgent meeting with Mr. Chen at 2pm. It's already 1:50 pm, we're going to be late," a female secretary reminded King anxiously.

They had been there at KFC for almost two hours now, just hanging out in the car. His boss hadn't ordered any food, so she is wondering why they were there. But he noticed that his boss was deeply engrossed in watching the girl at the KFC counter, and from inside the car, they could see her smiling as she served customers.

Although she didn't want to disturb his boss who seemed to be watching the girl at the counter, she have no choice  but to speak because it seemed like his boss wasn't aware of the time. They were supposed to be heading to his boss's business partner but their boss hadn't instructed them to leave yet.

"Sheryl, right? The new secretary?" His boss didn't even glance at her. His eyes were still on the girl.

"Yes, boss, my name is Sheryl," she said nervously. 

Her boss is intimidating, and it seems like all of his employees were afraid of him. He wasn't one to talk much; even though they had been together in the car for a while now, he hadn't spoken to anyone.

"From now on, you're fired. This is your first and last day in my company."

She was stunned by what she heard. Why was it her last day?

"Walter, get her out of my car. I don't like secretaries who are more impatient than the boss and meddle too much," he said.

"Boss, I'm sorry! I'm just reminding you of your schedule since it seems like it's my job as your secretary! I didn't mean to be rude!" she said.

"Walter, I won't repeat myself again!" His boss seemed to ignore her plea.

Immediately, Walter, his boss's butler, and two other bodyguards in the car followed him. They practically dragged her out of the car.

"Please, I'm begging you! It's my dream job to work for Mr. King. At least tell me why I'm being fired when I'm just simply reminding his schedule!" Sheryl was almost in tears because of being suddenly fired from her job. She knew she was competitive enough, and she had worked really hard just to get the job, only to be fired on her first day?! It was really unfair!

The two bodyguards and Walter exchanged glances. It seemed like they felt guilty about what happened to her, so Walter spoke up.

"It's because of the girl at the counter," Walter said.

She glanced at the girl at the counter and then at their boss who is still inside the car. He was still staring at the girl at KFC.

"Boss doesn't like people who don't know how to be sensitive, and that's what cost you your job. When Boss is here and he's watching Lady Kaitlyn, he gets really angry if he's disturbed," Walter explained.

She became even more confused. "Watching? But why is he watching her?"

"Our boss is obsessed with that girl. He's here every day just to watch her."

She was astonished! That girl at the counter just looked like a 16-year-old kid! Does that mean that King Estefano, who was already 31 years old is a p*dophile?!

"Now you know why you got fired. Don't ever tell anyone about it. We only told you this because we feel sorry for you that you got fired on your first day. Our boss will know if you spread any rumors about him, and you will surely regret it if something like that happens," Walter threatened.

She just fell silent and felt scared. She had researched King Estefano before applying to his company as a secretary. He was a businessman and one of the richest men in Asia, but there were shady rumors circulating in the corporate world that besides his telecommunication company, he was also involved in underground business and had killed many people who tried to get in his way. Those were all just rumors, but now it seemed like they were true based on how they were talking to her right now.

She knew he was a really dangerous person. That might be the reason why he had so many bodyguards always following him. Besides Walter and the two bodyguards she had spoken to, there were two more cars there with more bodyguards inside, all belongs to their boss.

After being told the secret obsession of her 'former' boss by his bodyguards, she walked away. But before that, she glanced at the girl they claimed was his boss's obsession.

She seems just like a normal person. She's pretty, simple, and looks so innocent, so she still couldn't understand how she got the attention of a multi-billionaire man like King Estefano. She knew many women were falling all over him and would do anything just to be with him. They were beautiful, famous, and rich too, but why did that girl become the object of obsession for their boss?

She just shook her head. Although she was curious, that's as far as it went. She had no choice but to find another job. AGAIN.

Chapter 1.2: Little Sister

Written by BlackRavenInk16

"WHAT? You got fired on your first day? Why?" Her boyfriend couldn't believe what she was telling him.

"It turns out, my boss is a weird person. A p*dophile who is l*sting over a little girl. He's 31 but he is stalking a 16-year-old girl! Can you believe that?!" She exclaimed in disbelief.

"Who's your boss anyway? It's probably for the best that you got fired, especially if your boss is a p*rvert like that. He must be really ugly to be st*lking a min*r," Steve reacted with a hint of disdain.

She remained silent. If only he knew that her boss was more handsome and famous than an actor, he wouldn't say that. Besides, he's also a millionaire.

If she didn't have a boyfriend, she might have developed feelings for him.

Well, she was actually one of his admirers before. They were schoolmates, and she had such a huge crush on him that she aspired to work in his company. But she knew someone like her wouldn't stand a chance to catch his attention, so she gave up on that dream. Who would have thought that the guy she used to fantasize about would end up obsessing over a child? A p*dophile. It really turned her off.

"Anyway, it's my dad's birthday. You should come over later, okay? I'll introduce you to them," Steve invited her.

They've been together for two years, but she hadn't met his parents yet, and she had never been to their house.

Well, it's because she's still in denial about her feelings for him. Steve's family is not well-off, and he only managed to finish his studies through a scholarship. Unlike her, who comes from a wealthy family. She didn't think their relationship would last, so she hesitated to meet his family because she was worried that his parents wouldn't approve of her and they might break up. But now, she's sure about him, so she's ready to meet his parents and his two sisters.

Steve picked her up from the mall where she was left by her boss, and they took a jeepney to his house. As expected, Steve's family is not wealthy, but their house is decent, and it's spacious enough. Steve said they haven't finished paying for it yet because they got it through a housing loan, but at least they're not renting anymore.

It's already late that's why they were having the birthday celebration at night because everyone in his family is busy with work. Even his youngest sister, who is only 16 years old, has a part-time job while studying.

"Kaitlyn! Open the door. Ate Sheryl is here with me!" Steve knocked on the door.

The name his boyfriend mentioned sounded familiar to her, and she wasn't mistaken when the door opened, revealing none other than the girl who caused her to lose her job earlier! The object of desire of her weird boss!

"You must be Ate Sheryl! You know, Kuya always talks about you!" Katlyn greeted her with a smile, extending her hand.

Her innocent smile really made her even prettier. She was like a flower that hasn't been picked yet. She's simple, but the more you look at her, she's becoming even more beautiful and delicate in her movements. She really looks young and fresh.

Is this the type of girl her boss is l*sting over with? He's really a p*dophile.

"Ate Sheryl?" she asked, looking puzzled as she stared at her.

"Oh, sorry, I was just lost in thought. So, you're Steve's sister. You probably have a boyfriend, right? You're pretty," she said jokingly. She was just testing if this girl was involved with her ex-boss, that's explains his obsession with her.

"Boyfriend? Oh no, Ate, it's not even crossing my mind! No one is even courting me! I'm still too young!" she said shyly.

"Yeah, why would she rush into having a boyfriend? Guys her age are still immature. They might even ask for money from their parents just to take her out," Steve chimed in.

Based on what Steve said, it seems like she doesn't know that a billionaire is swooning over her.

"Do you happen to know Mr. King Estefano, Kaitlyn?" she asked.

It seemed like the random question caught her off guard.

"Is he the wealthy billionaire whose name is often associated with female celebrities? The handsome one? I know him because he's the owner of the school I'm attending, and I'm a scholar there because my dad works for him. Why are you asking about him?" she replied.

"Yeah, why did you ask all of a sudden? Dad works as a janitor in his company, by the way. What's so special about that guy?" Steve's voice was tinged with jealousy.

"Oh, nothing. Is it wrong to ask? But Kaitlyn, do you happen to know him personally? Have you ever spoken to him?" she still curiously asked.

She shook her head. "Not yet. People like him don't seem easy to talk to. Even my dad, who works as a janitor in his company, hasn't had a personal conversation with him. I only see him when he visits our school because he's the owner, but we've never spoken," she explained.

Weird, if what Kaitlyn said was true, it seems like she's not even aware that King Estefano knows her. How did he become obsessed with her?

"Do you have a crush on that King Estefano guy? Are you planning to apply to his company, that's why you're asking?" Steve asked with a frown.

She pinched him on the cheek. "My boyfriend is getting jealous already! But seriously, you might k*ll me if I pursue that! Let's eat inside, I'm hungry!" she said.

They went inside, and while eating, she wondered whether she should tell Steve or Kaitlyn about King's obsession. King Estefano is a really dangerous person, and she's afraid that Steve might get involved in his obsession with his sister. But she's also scared of the consequences if King finds out that she told Kaitlyn about his secret.

If King really desires Kaitlyn, why hasn't he approached her yet? She's not even aware of his interest. Why is he just st*lking her?

She sighed. It's weird for her that her boss is obsessed with a m*nor. She shouldn't be surprised if he has strange hobbies. She couldn't help but feel sorry for what Kaitlyn might go through in the hands of a man like King. She's so innocent, while he looks like a lion who can devour his prey anytime. And that prey is Kaitlyn...