the CEO's new secretary

Chapter 6

No one's p'o'v

Attention guys!" said the assistant director. All the employees immediately looked at him. "I have an announcement." he said.

Ohh what is it assistant director?" asked the other employees while the others just looked at him waiting for him to say Alright, we have a new Secretary." He said it directly and seriously.

Everyone started whispering which made Liana even more nervous. She felt like she was standing on a table full of people who would judge her.

So this is the new secretary of the CEO." He said staring at Liana. Liana just swallowed when he asked her to go to the assistant in the middle to introduce herself Umh..hi guys, I'm Liana Gell, Esperanza the new secretary of the CEO." she introduced herself while observing the faces and reactions of the employees.

Oh wow...she's beautiful."

Is that him? Maybe he will undress in front of the CEO Hey! shh might hear you Hays..how many other secretaries have replaced this one person?"

Those are the whispers he hears that he doesn't quite understand. Undressed? who undressed?

Stop gossip and respect secretary esperanza." said the assistant looking at her seriously.

They all fell silent and immediately paid their respects by greeting and bowing.

As for now I need to do something. Secretary Esperanza will assist you when there is a problem." this explanation. "And good news to all of you.. since Secretary Esperanza is here I would like to say that all of you included in the welcome dinner for him so be prepared." he said smiling.

Everyone cheered for joy. Meanwhile, Liana gave a forced smile, not because she didn't want the welcome dinner for her, but because she felt like she was going to faint because of the nervousness because the faces of the other employees were very judgmental, unlike Kara. and Benjamin looking at him. Benjamin's face showed surprise, maybe he was also surprised to know that he was the new secretary.

Okay you can talk with them, I'll leave first." said the assistant director Kay Liana. She just nodded in response.

When she left, Liana turned her gaze to all the employees. She didn't know what she was going to say. It was like a statue smiling standing in front of them. Shit..what's wrong? what are you going to say? Umh nice to meet you guys." he greeted with a huge smile.

Oww nice to meet you too secretary esperanza" They said greetings.

He was about to speak again when an employee approached him and suddenly squeezed both of his cheeks.

W-what Wahh gosh what's going on with clear skin!" shouted the female employee. Liana was just looking at her in surprise because her brain was still loading with what the woman had done. .

"H-huh?" Liana was surprised.. don't mind her, that's just how she is when she sees clear skin." A man was shy and tried to keep the woman away from Liana.

Oh..no it's ok" Liana's Sambit was smiling. She was just laughing at him because it turns out that girl has a weird personality.

Yahh! Her face just makes me look beautiful." the woman continued to snort. The man and the other employees were still trying to pull her, who now felt ashamed of what she did.

Shut up, you're embarrassing." Kara said Tsk! let me go!"

I'm really sorry, secretary Esperanza, um, let's go back to what we're doing." The other girl said goodbye. Liana only nodded.

He just smiled when he saw the man trying to pull the woman who shot him on the cheek.

Hmm weird..S-secretary esperanza?" Benjamin called out to him to show his surprise.

Hey, I'm sure he surprised me. It's the new secretary..

Welcome secretary esperanza!!"

Nice to meet you!"

They said congratulations to me. I just gave a big smile. I didn't think they would greet me with a trace of joy.

Umh..thank you guys and I'm happy too that I'm the new secretary of TSC CORPORATION." I said while giving another smile.

Gosh..am I really happy??oh I'm just forced to be happy?

Okay enough let's have a sit and let's eat? should we?" replied the assistant director. He looked at us as if he was getting impatient Hey, my assistant director, when are you smiling? We're tired of your frowning face," said a man who was laughing a little.

While others agreed. I also noticed that this girl doesn't really know how to smile. maybe she's bitter.

It's not of your concern, Mr. Jack." The man named jack kept his mouth shut

Sit down so you can eat." He said that we all did.

I can say that the food here is very expensive and fancy. I don't even know why we need to celebrate this.. it's not that I don't want it, I'm just a few and I'm not used to it So as you are the CEO's new secretary, what can you promise us?" asked the woman who squeezed my cheek earlier. If earlier he looked like a child eager for me, now he is looking at me seriously. I looked at another employee who was also looking back at me.

"Ah..what I can promise you is..I will be hardworking and properly perform my job as secretary." I answered a little shyly That's it?" he asked again.

What else should I say? Should I admit that I don't want to work for their company I also promise that I will do everything I can to help our company." I said with a little smile as you should. You just have to be hardworking and trustworthy." he said and the others agreed.

Ehem, it's right to inquire about him first, it's clear that he knows what to do and what not to do." the assistant said seriously. "For now let's welcome her." he added Okiee, welcome secretary esperanza! I hope you stay in the company for a long time." They all said that I did not agree in my mind.

No way, I won't last long there. Period.

Thanks, I'm glad to meet and work with you all." I thanked. "And also thanks because you made dinner welcome even though it wasn't necessary." I said.

No prob secretary esperanza you deserve this." Said the man who was stopped earlier by the assistant director. "Besides, it wasn't our money that was used here haha." he said laughing What do you mean??" I asked.

So if it wasn't them who spent the money, it was the assistant director?

Oh..I should be thanking you, assistant director." I said respectfully.

It's nothing, I'm not the one you should thank for because Mr, Colton is the one who likes to do this." he answered making me stop.

I was shocked because of what he said. Why would that demon have a welcome dinner with me?... He must not be planning anything, right?..

R-really?" I asked curiously in disbelief.

Yup, Mr. Colton really likes it, but just a warning, don't be too happy, he won't get hot because he's not like this," said the woman who squeezed my cheek earlier. He came slightly closer to me."Be careful with him...you don't know what he can do to you."He said softly but it was enough for everyone to hear Yahh! Carla!! They all screamed. Tinga was covered by the loudness of their voices. No one else could hear us because this restaurant is for private people only.

What? I just ..warning her..you know? Mr, Colton is so so so cold hearted and so freaking pyscho." said the girl named Carla. I'm not shocked anymore.I know him..and he can do anything he wants just to satisfy his self..

Carla! Shut up, you really talk a lot." Kara said with a trace of shame on her face Tsk, what's wrong? I didn't say anything bad." Carla snorted.

Ha...it's ok ..I'm used to him.." I said surprising me too.

Shit Liana! Are you dragging your own self? Huh? You know Mr, Colton before??" Kara asked in surprise while the others looked at me N-no! I-I mean...umh"

Damn, I don't know what to answer! They looked at me as if they were curious I mean...I'm used to working with this kind of attitude" I excused myself because I was nervous. The speed of my chest beating. Why did I panic and get nervous about that question?!

Ow..I thought you knew him before" Kara said y-yeah I kinda know him because he's famous right?" I said.

I just held my breath as it looked like I had convinced them of what I said. It really sucked! I almost did.

Yeah Mr., Colton is famous around the world..especially in China and Thailand." said Kara who told me the same story earlier.

I was speechless because I had nothing to say. What do I care if that demon is famous?.. Kara was about to speak again when the door suddenly opened.

I see that you guys having fun without me.." the CEO said openly.

We were all surprised. Everyone stood up and congratulated him Mr. Colton..."

Good Eve Mr. Colton"

They said at the same time. meanwhile I was just standing there staring at him. why he's here Good evening too." he greeted back Anyway welcome to TSC CORPORATION Ms, Esperanza." Sambit said while looking at me.

Thanks..Mr, Colton." I just said. I looked away because I really didn't want to see his face Hmm..do I have a seat?" he asked.

Yes Mr. Colton here" said Carla and pointed to the chair facing me. My face was almost red with annoyance. I'm going to have to deal with this scumbag even more oh thanks" he said as he walked to sit on the chair next to me.

Mr, Colton I'm happy that you join I never thought that you'll come" Said the assistant director.

"Hmm yeah..it's a shame if I can't w-welcome my new secretary properly." he said while looking at me.

There was no emotion on his face. He just stared at me as if his eyes were talking. Right? Secretary Esperanza?" he asked, still looking at me.

Yeah.." I answered briefly.

Good, by the way where's the wine I preserve for us?" asked the assistant director Oh about the wine.. "said the assistant director while taking a small paper bag from the floor.

Ow so wine is inside that paper bag..

Here Mr, Colton." he said as he reached for the cup. He took it immediately and stared at it This wine is very expensive.." He said staring at the wine..let's find out if it's expensive." I said weakly.

I slightly looked at him when I noticed that he was looking at me with a frown.shit..did he hear what I said?!..h-maybe not, right?

What did you say secretary esperanza?" now he asked with his forehead still wrinkled. I don't know what to answer especially since my employees are looking at me I see that's w-wine is very expensive" I said stammering. I just bowed in shame. What the hell entered my brain and I said that. Hmm yeah..is it.and also this wine is the one who can make me calm" He said without emotion.

Oww Mr. Colton really loves that wine." Carla said.

The man in front of me didn't say a word, instead he just took a glass to pour the wine. After he finished pouring, he looked at me at the same time as he spread the glass of wine in front of me Hmm this is your first day so drink this as consideration of my welcome for you." He said staring at me.

U-umh it's my pleasure Mr, Colton but..I can't drink wine." I said weakly.

It's not that I don't drink. But..I promised myself that I will never drink any wine or beer. If you're asking why? Well, I'll tell you Oh?..really? I thought it was because you were drinking heavily..you look like you are fighting in such events." he said making me wonder. what does he mean? I don't drink heavily...

"I'm not." I answered briefly. I remembered something that happened that I shouldn't remember anymore.

Okay? If you said so I'm not going to force you." Sambit also said briefly. "Oh what else are you fooling around with? Let's eat and enjoy this dinner." he said and signaled everyone to start eating. There was nothing that everyone followed. While we were eating, I couldn't help but look at the demon in front of me. I was irritated by him. I also noticed that he was looking at me from the corner of my eye. Does he have a problem with my face? Or is he so beautiful to me?..

Shut up Liana! don't mind him.

Ehem, you are quiet." Jack broke the silence That's why we should be happy, right?"

That's right! Oh that's all guys, how about we play a game of truth or dare?" Carla suggested. The others agreed while me and the assistant director were silent. "Then whoever passes must drink wine." this." he added pointing his hand at the wine on the table Ah Mr, is Colton ok?

Yeah sure" was the only answer.

So who will go first??"

Of course, Secretary Esperanza" Jack said with a grin. My eyes suddenly widened H-huh?..eh..I'm really going to go first?" I asked stammering. They just nodded.

So truth or dare?" I was wondering what I should choose, I don't want a dare because they might ask me to do something difficult, but if I choose the truth, maybe they won't ask me for a personal conversation, right?

"Ahm..truth" I answered. it's boring! But all right...guys, what are you going to ask Secretary Esperanza?" Carla asked the other employees.

No one said a word, maybe they were still thinking Isn't there something to tat-

Do you have a boyfriend?"

I suddenly looked at the person who was the source of the voice that asked that question. I looked at him with wide eyes while he looked at me with no emotion and seemed to be waiting for my answer.

what came to his mind and that's what he asked?!..

Liana esperanza p'o'v

Do you have a boyfriend?"

I slightly looked at the person that voice was coming from. Who would even ask that? Of course, there was no one else but the demon in front of me. I just stared at him silently with wide eyes and so did our colleagues who were looking at me and waiting for my answer Yes, do you have a boyfriend, secretary Esperanza?" Kara asked, also waiting for my answer.

He's a really smart guy! He got some nerve to ask me this after what he did to me? Does he think you trust others?

Sorry... but I can't answer that." I answered while looking away.

You can't? Why? What's wrong?" the demon asked again, making me look at him evilly.

This time I really want to punch him in the face Nothing, it's just..I can't answer that for now Mr, Colton." I said and tried to smile. He just looked at me with no emotion and seemed disappointed with my answer Tch, it's just a No and yes." he said shaking his head Ahh, maybe your relationship is so complicated now that you can't answer?" Carla asked, looking like a child looking at me.

Why are they curious about my relationship status?!

Uh..it's like that.."I replied weakly which disappointed them all. "So I dare." I said. I don't want to pass because I don't want to drink. I'm ashamed of my behavior. Yes and no is the only answer I can give but I can't because it seems like something is preventing me from speaking. Huh?? but you already choose Truth... and besides, it's in the rule that if you don't answer, you'll be drunk-

Carla didn't finish what she was going to say when Kara interrupted

"Hey, like I said earlier, maybe it's because Secretary Esperanza's relationship is so complicated that she doesn't want to tell." Kara said, laughing.

I just bowed down in shame. I don't care what they think. Yes, it's easy to answer that demon's question. But... I don't want to say anything more about me or the relationship I have.

Hm.. it's ok since she didn't answer my question.. do what you guys want her to do." Said the demon. I looked at him again. Ha...what else do I expect from this guy? He really wants to make me scream and make it difficult.

Oh okay? You're weak, Secretary Esperanza.." Jack said, "so how dare you?" he asked. I slowly nodded. I was also a bit nervous about what they could make me do Alright, this is the dare we're going to ask you to do..." Jack hung up

Tsk do you need to take longer?!

Eh?..what kind of dare is that?" I asked hesitantly. I was even more nervous as the smile gradually appeared on his lips. the heck..what dare he make me do? Wait..maybe they will pay me for what we ate?!the food here will be expensive and I only have 1000 in cash!...or..maybe later they will do something worse than I thought!

Are you ready secretary esperanza??" he asked foolishly.

This guy is crazy! I'm probably not ready...I'm nervous as fvck

Y-yeah..I'm ready." I answered briefly even though I was nervous.

Oky so my dare is.....

It's like I'm waiting for what he's going to say next Drink this wine." He said that shocked me huh??but..I already said that I'm not drinking wine I mean..my tolerance in alcohol is not good.."I said I was ashamed. That's why I don't want to pass because I don't want to drink and then you're going to bring me something?

What I said is true. I don't drink alcohol or wine and if you think about what happened in the past where I drank. well that was a mistake because because of that I became crazy and eager in my mania. so I promised myself that I will never drink again.

I know, it's just a glass, secretary Esperanza." He continued to insist on me Uhm.. I'm really sorry but I really can't Why not? One sip of that wine doesn't hurt Ms, Esperanza." The demon said.

Yes, and besides, this is our welcome shot to Saiyo." Kara now behaved. Almost all of them insisted that I do the dare while I just looked at them nervously.

Do I really need to drink this?!

Excuse me Mr, Colton but I think Secretary Esperanza can't really drink this wine..um, I'll drink it for her." said Benjamin which surprised me.

I didn't think he would say that. I know that he's still shocked that I'm the new secretary of this demon in front of me.

Tsk, why dare? So basically the secretary should do the dare." Jack started arguing. I just swallowed.

Looks like I'm missing nothing..

To Be Continued...