C H A P T E R 1

When you're in the overwhelming presence of a handsome individual, how do you feel?

When your crush is right in front of you, how do you react? Especially when they've been following you around in your dreams and fantasies.

That's what I felt right at this moment.

I suddenly lost my confidence and was nervous at the same time. I'm very short of words. I hope I succeed in this interview. I can't lose this chance.I need the money... for him, for My Dad.

I quickly composed myself and walked towards him, and in return, he gestured for me to have a seat across from him.

"Introduce yourself," he said without looking up from his paper.

"I'm Astrid Reynold. I'm a graduate of New York State University. I studied business administration and I-"

Did he just cut me off?

"I've already seen all of that. Which position have you come to apply for?" He said, interrupting me as if saying 'you talk too much.

"An assistant."

"What's the job of an assistant?"

"Um... they assist in every aspect of official duties," I said, trying to sound confident even though I'm very much nervous.

"What are your past qualifications- where have you worked before?"

"I've worked as a clerk at a firm and I also worked as an assistant secretary for about two years."

"And do you think I'll be giving the job to you, I mean this isn't just some company, It's the Knights company you're dealing with." He said with a tone of seriousness.

To be honest with myself, I feel offended.

What does he mean by calling me a Secretary? He's probably trying to get a reaction from me or maybe he's just testing me.

I breathed deeply and said "Sir, I have the business sense, charisma, and intelligence to do this job. That's why I here applied, Sir."

"Well see, you've got the job Since we need a temporary assistant."

Really! That was so easy but then again, I got the job!

I'm so happy! Lily and Dad will be elated for me.

"Thank you so much, Sir! I appreciate it and I promise that you won't regret this decision." I said, almost jumping with joy but still remaind calm.

He gave me a stern nod and continued

"You start tomorrow, Ms. Reynold. Be aware, I won't stand for tardiness. Be here at eight sharp." He said, with a serious tone without any interest.

"Yes, Sir. Thank you again!"

As with before, he gave a stern nod.

I walked out of the building with a big smile on my face, I can't wait to return and tell Lily and Dad that I passed the Knights company.