Chapter 12

I don't have the zeal to go to work today, I feel really lazy and I feel as if I'm wasting my time working in that company. The pay isn't as good as you think. I pouted then got up from the bed.

I stretched a little and dragged myself to the restroom. Immediately I got in my eyes went to the mirror on the wall. I've noticed that my face glow this past few days and it makes me wonder why and how? I haven't been using any cream on my skin so why was I experiencing this? I'm not complaining but one needs to be alarmed when you find something suspicious about yourself.

I sprinkled water on my face then picked up the toothbrush and brush my teeth. I've got enough time to prepare for work. When I was done I decided to take my bath. I enjoyed every bit of that shower.

I was out a few minutes later with a towel wrapped around me. I picked out a pair of trousers and a shirt. I put them on and apply a little powder to my face. I'm not a make-up type of person but I still appreciate applying a little on my face when the event calls for it.

I stared at the hickey still on my neck. It's already healing thank goodness. I'm tired of people always staring at my neck.

My thought went back to the person that gave me that hickey, I wonder if he still thinks about me, or if he wishes to see me again. When you ask me, I want to meet him. I've tried hard to forget him but I find it impossible. The more I try to forget him the more I miss him so that's why I decided to allow everything to move on its own.

Stella who has been suspicious about this kept questioning it. She knew me too well to know that I feel lonely and the only person that can fill that void was Zion.

I applied a little lipstick to my lip. I rubbed them together and finally made my way outside. Mom was in the kitchen as usual. That woman loves to see me eat before going out for work. She is cool and I won't deny that I love every bit of it.

" So what's cooking ?" I asked as I took a sit in the dining. Mom came out with her apron wrapped around her she held a cup of coffee and handed one to me.

" Here"

" thanks, mom" I took it from her and sip. It tasted deliciously " This is delicious" I thumb up.

" Why thank you" she bowed playfully.

Mom went back to the kitchen to bring the toasted bread and funny enough she made mine as crunchy as I love it.

" Wow. You know me too well" I took a slice.

" you are my daughter so my duty as your mother is to know everything about you" she smiled.

" you're right "

" I'm always right. Wait till you have your kids you'll know the feeling" she said cockily

I gave her a look which made her burst out in laughter" Why must you always talk like this mom? I don't want kids now "

."Never say never" she winked " drink up your coffee before it cools down"

I playfully glared at her " You're insufferable"

" But you still love me like that "

" True"

*****

After the long breakfast with mom I ended up going late to work and as usual, my boss had to punish me again. The employees at the office all give me this look that says, latecomer.

I do glare at anyone that gives me any bad looks. I hate and can't condone rubbish.

" Ella!"

I paused hearing my name being called. I knew who that voice belongs to. Alex was standing in front of my office door smiling widely at me. He was dressed in a well-ironed shirt that hugs his muscles. This man knows how to dress to impress. I swooned, I mean look at him... He's so good looking but compared to Zion, oh no, he's a learner.

Zion is a Greek God and can never have competition.

" Long time no see Ella" what is with him and smiling. He looks really happy to see me but why though? Did his friend tell him what happened?

" Alex?"

." Yes it's me in the flesh" he smirked.

" What are you doing here?" I couldn't help but ask.

He strides to my side and hugged me, a tight one at that. Why was he behaving as if we were long-time friends? He was also dragging attention and I hate that.

I pushed him away making him chuckle " Can't I hug my friend again?"

I raised a brow" We are not friends so please stop acting. What are you doing here ?"

" I came to pay you a visit," he said like it was simple.

" The last time we talked, you walked out on me so what changes?" I asked folding my arms.

He looked around and was aware of the eyes on us " Are we doing this here? Oh come on let's get into your office "

I rolled my eyes at him but agreed with him. He trailed behind me and pushed the door.

" your office still looks the same," he said as he looked around

I huffed " it's not even a month since you came so don't expect it to be different"

" Calm down woman, I was only saying " he went and sat in my seat. The nerves of this man. What is with him acting as if we've been friends?

" Like seriously"

He grinned at me, he didn't give a sign of getting up so I settled for the seat opposite to him.

" You have changed "

Ok, what does he mean by that so I asked " excuse me? What do you mean by that ?"

He shrugged " you look different"

" in what way?" I asked confused.

He was reluctant to talk " let's just say it's a good difference. You look more beautiful"

I knew there was more to what he said that he is letting on. I'll find out about it one way or the other.

" So what brought you here ?"

" To visit...

" Don't even say to visit me. I'm sure you didn't come here for me, you're here to see my boss same as last time "

..

He smirked " you are right"

" So you came with your friend too?" Then it registered. That friend he was talking about the last time must be Zion.

He smiled as if waiting for me to join two and two together " You guessed right love. I'm here with Zion"

I didn't want my reaction to give away that I was bothered " oh okay"

" Do you want to say hi to him?"

"No!"

" Oh okay," he said giving me a look

" Can we just change the topic already?"