I am a Psychopath

Yes, I hired an inexperienced 23 year old boy who keeps tripping over his own feet as my secretary. I thought I owed an explanation to Manager Joe for rejecting many experienced ones over Eugene, but he was quite happy with my decision and didn't ask anything. He must be thinking that I hired him out of pity but No! I am not someone who makes decisions based on feelings. If Eugene is struggling it's his problem not mine. I decided to hire him just for my entertainment!

Yes, you heard it right. I thought a 50 year old man would be great to bore me to death so that I can concentrate on my work and not think anything about Liza or Simon. But it would be much more interesting if I could get someone who is easier to rule over.

You might think that I am rude to everyone but that's actually my most polite side. I can't really shout at Dora or Joe. And if I hire someone in their 50s I won't be able to take my anger out on them beyond a certain limit. They wouldn't hesitate to resign if I did that. But Eugene was a kid. He had no experience and no qualifications. He needed this job like no one else and he will tolerate anything to survive. So I can take out my angst on him without thinking much. I can shout at him, scold him and torture him. I can finally get rid of all the hatred that is killing me from inside.

You must be thinking that is extremely cruel and Psychopathic behaviour. But don't you think we all do that? We always take out our anger on someone who is inferior to us. Even if they are not the reason for our anger. I don't know about you but I have seen this a lot in my life. My Dad was an Assistant to a multi-millionaire businessman and he used to get scolded everytime something went wrong in his life. Dad used to scold my Mom when he got home. And Mom used to take that anger out by beating me up.

Anyways, forget it. My past doesn't have any pleasant memories except the ones with my Grandma. Basically Eugene is going to be in huge trouble and his survival depends on how much he can tolerate. But I needed that kind of entertainment in my life and I won't let go of this chance.

Next morning, Eugene reached before the given time, just like I expected. He had a small suitcase and a guitar bag hanging on his back. He was dressed casually and looked better than yesterday. He was nervous but happy and excited too. I asked Manager Joe to show him his room.

[Eugene's point of view]

Manager Joe seemed like a really sweet person. He kept smiling and talking to me and that helped me to ease my nervousness. He took me to the room where I was supposed to stay. And it was grand, like the rest of the mansion. I never ever dreamed of being able to stay in such a room all by myself.

Actually I have never dreamed that I would be meeting superstar Kiara one day and now I am her Secretary. She looks hard and tough on the outside but I am sure she has a tender and kind heart. Otherwise she wouldn't have hired someone like me. I am really thankful to her.

But I am more thankful to God for giving me this chance. I really want to do my best since I don't want to disappoint Charlie too. After all, he has been really kind and supported me in many ways. I wouldn't have been here if it wasn't for him. I was hesitant to attend the interview but he insisted that I should.

Manager Joe left after giving me a smartphone and laptop and made me sign some documents too. I hope he didn't see how my jaw dropped after seeing the salary figure. I knew it would be huge but still seeing it on the paper was overwhelming. He said that Kiara didn't have any schedule today and I can take my time to see the house and interact with others. He asked me if I had eaten and I lied that I did. I have been skipping breakfast everyday since I moved to Canada, because that saves me a lot of money. So now I never get hungry in the morning these days. But maybe I can start eating something in the morning starting from tomorrow. Working on an empty stomach is not that great actually.

Manager Joe left after wishing me good luck and I was finally alone. The room was bigger than the apartment that I shared with Jeffrey. It had this giant king sized bed which had silk sheets, table and chair where I can work and also a huge painting on the wall. It was some modern art but I don't have a clue what it means.

I went to the window and opened it. I could see the garden area where there was a swing, also a table and a few chairs. I saw Kiara standing there in the garden doing some stretching, wearing workout clothes. I couldn't think about it until now because of my nervousness, but she was really pretty even without makeup. It's amazing that I got someone from Seoul as my Boss. She is like my neighborhood noona (older sister). But I don't think she will allow me to address her as 'Noona'. She stopped exercising and walked towards the table. She took the water bottle and started sipping water. But suddenly her eyes turned into the direction of the window and she stopped drinking water. Oh God! She saw me now and she might think I was staring at her. I immediately moved away from the window and stood leaning to the wall hiding from her. I hope she doesn't find me creepy.

[Kiara's point of view]

I was drinking water when I saw Eugene standing at the window. He disappeared as soon as he saw me looking at him. God knows what kind of talent Charlie saw in him besides being awkward.

I continued with my exercise expecting Eugene to appear at the window again but he didn't. And then I saw Manager Joe walking towards me in a hurry. Judging from his expression he definitely had no good news to share with me.

Manager Joe: Kiara, Simon has issued this statement.

He said giving his phone to me.

"Pop star Simon announces the news of his break-up with his long term girlfriend Kiara, says that she has major mental health issues and this was a toxic relationship for him"

I couldn't believe what I just read. I knew that Simon may try to spoil my image but not to this extent.

"What the heck is this? How could he?"

I was almost shouting.

"Toxic relationship? And he even said about my mental health issues?"

Manager Joe: I am sorry, I didn't know he would stoop this low.

"I wish I knew he would."

I said as I laughed.

Manager Joe: We should release a statement in defence.

"Too late. I should have issued a statement about my boyfriend being a womanizer already."

Joe's phone started ringing. He glanced at the screen and sighed.

Joe: It's Sophie.

"Give it to me."

He gave the phone to me and I took the call. And she started speaking before I could say hello.

Sophie: What is all this Joe? Kiara had a breakup and I got to know it from a news portal? Give the phone to Kiara. I need to speak to her now.

"Kiara will speak if you give her a chance to speak, Sophie."

Sophie: Oh my Goodness! Kiara, why didn't you tell me that you broke up with Simon?

"It happened yesterday and I was processing it myself."

Sophie: And what's wrong with Simon? Why did he say that you have mental health issues and it was a toxic relationship?

"How would I know that?"

Sophie: Kiara, this is serious. I need to know everything that happened between you two. The entire media is cashing on this news and we can't just sit still. I will arrange for an interview.

"I am not going to give any interview, Sophie."

Sophie: I didn't ask you Kiara. You have to do as I say. We have to protect your reputation.

"Sorry but you don't need to do that Sophie."

Sophie: Excuse me, Did you forget that you are still under contract with We Entertainment. And as a CEO I have the obligation to protect my artist's reputation.

"I don't need your protection."

I was speaking at the top of my voice.

Sophie: Calm down Kiara. Why are you shouting at me? Ok. Forget the professional stuff and formal relationships. We have known each other for 10 years. You debuted under my company and you earned half of our wealth by selling your music. You are like my Child Kiara. I have seen you grow up in front of me. I only wish good things for you.

"Stop it Sophie. You know I am not really comfortable when people behave like they care for me."

Sophie sighed deeply.

Sophie: Don't think of me as a CEO Kiara. For me Kiara the person is much more important than Kiara the artist. Take care. We can do the interview when you feel better. As of now I will issue a statement that you aren't feeling well and can't react to the issue.

"Do whatever you want. Just don't call me."

Kiara gave the phone back to Joe and went back to the house.

Joe: Hello, Sophie?

Sophie: Joe, please keep an eye on Kiara. I am really scared for her.

Joe: Don't worry Dora is always checking on her. And Charlie is just a phone call away.

Sophie: Yeah I know, still. And what about the new Secretary? He joined today right?

Joe: Yes, But I don't know if he can handle Kiara.

Sophie: God hasn't created a person who can handle Kiara yet. Anyways, let me see what I can do. But please convince her to give an interview and pass me that new secretary's number.

Joe: Ok I will text you. Bye.

Sophie: Bye.

Kiara reached her room and started throwing everything that was on her table in anger. Then she let herself fall on the bed and started crying her heart out. Meanwhile Eugene was in the room checking on his guitar. He was in a good mood today after a long time. So he started playing his favourite song 'Photograph' by Ed Sheeran. He closed his eyes and started singing the lyrics.

"Loving can hurt, loving can hurt sometimes

But it's the only thing that I know

When it gets hard, you know it can get hard sometimes

It is the only thing makes us feel alive"