ERIKA P.O.V
It was already dark by the time we have reached Mr. stone's apartment building, there was a native woman at the reception who smiled at Mr.stone and greeted him, he nodded and started walking towards the elevator with caroline running after him, he walked inside the lift with caroline beside him, we were about to go inside the lift but Mr. Richard stopped both of us.
we both looked at him in confusion "Ummm..guys why don't we help Alex(the driver who brought us here from the airport) with the luggage" he said true.. the poor guy was carrying all our luggage alone, so we rushed to his side and helped him carrying our suitcases and entered inside Mr.stone's apartment.
The interior of the apartment was really beautiful in a white and blue colour theme.I really can't believe I am standing in my idol's apartment, I looked here and there excitedly and saw daniel sitting on a couch in the living room and trying to imitate Mr.stone, I laughed at his antics and went and sat beside him bouncing on the couch.
Daniel and I both forgot that there were other people in the apartment in our crazy fan mode, someone cleared their throat startling us, we both stood up immediately to see three other people standing in the living room. caroline rolling her eyes, Mr.Richard with a terrified expression and Mr. stone smiling with amusement.
wait..what ??smiling?? Mr.Christopher stone is smiling for real?? or ..am I seeing things ?? I saw him in amazement, I mean he really looked beautiful smiling and a small smile appeared on my face too, caroline interrupted the moment by saying "if you both are done with your childish antics bring our luggage to our rooms"
"yeah..okay" I said grabbing the suitcase but stopped at Mr.stone's voice." since when did you start ordering around in my place huh..do not cross your limits Ms.king" he said glaring at caroline, she literally shivered under his voice losing all the carefree attitude which she had before around him, poor girl..she had to face his anger because of our childish antics.
I thought to change the topic"sir..it..its ok sir, we can carry the luggage ..we both are strong enough ..see" I said trying to grab the suitcase and left it immediately hearing his booming angry voice." SHUT THE HELL UP ..EVERYONE.. GO TO YOUR ROOMS,AND.. CARRY YOUR OWN LUGGAGE" with that he went inside his room closing his door with a loud thud.
As Mr.Stone said nope.. ordered we all went to our respective rooms, I went to my room along with caroline because we both have to share a room, I took a relaxing shower and wore my pink pajamas with mouse print on it, while caroline went to see Mr.richard to talk about the project work,she came back after half an hour and scoffed seeing my pajamas "what are you wearing?? are you some kingtergarten kid ?".
But these are nice and comfy ..and I was about to say that but she went inside the bathroom before i even say anything, I thought to call dad but I didn't have my phone with me so I thought of skype calling him with my laptop, but I didn't know the wifi password so I went outside to ask Mr.Richard but I couldn't see him anywhere.
I felt thirsty and went to the kitchen and saw Mr. stone drinking water, he was wearing a black T-shirt and grey track pants, he tied his hair in a knot, if anyone saw him now they might think he is some fitness trainer or some boxing champion, he left the kitchen hurriedly after listening to his phone ringing and then I went to the kitchen and saw the water bottle he left on the counter, I took the bottle and checked here and there and drank from it, I mean some people might find me strange but a fan can be Lil crazy sometimes right!!
when I was done with drinking I put the bottle back and turned to see Mr. stone with a smirk on his face "umm....do you want something sir ??" I said blushing hard after getting caught by him, he didn't say anything but started walking towards me and I walked backward until my back hit the counter behind me, I felt really nervous and started biting my lip looking down, his cologne fragrance intoxicating my senses.
He caged me between his body and the counter, my heart started beating so loud that anyone nearby could hear, he bent a little while looking at my lips and said"I just wanted a bite"making me look up in surprise, he took the apple on the counter behind me and left the kitchen leaving me confused.
what was that??Is he trying to intimidate me so that I would leave before he fires me?? that must be it, he might not want me to last a month, I mean with my marks and childish behavior earlier he must be regretting his decision of giving me a chance, but I am not gonna give up no matter how much he intimidates me, I will definitely make a place for myself in the team and work on the project.
"you can't get rid of me so easily," I thought to myself feeling proud of my quick-witted mindset for understanding his intentions easily..I mean is it so bad to be a little kiddish sometimes. just because I drank from his bottle he decided to scare me away huh..how can he be so petty.
I went back to my room to see caroline standing before the mirror and applying lipstick, she was wearing black lingerie which was barely covering her body, she was looking so hot. but why is she applying makeup before sleeping?? I thought but didn't say anything and went to sleep.
I woke up later that night around 1.30 am to go to the washroom, but didn't see caroline anywhere, I got scared for her and went outside the room and saw her coming out of Christopher's room .her makeup was Lil worn out and lipstick smeared all over her lips.I am not an expert when it comes to physical relationships but I have a little knowledge that I have gained from movies.so I kinda guessed what might have happened.
If I think back carefully she was very comfortable around Mr stone earlier, while daniel and I were afraid to stand near him, she was standing beside him smiling, later they both were discussing something seriously while coming here, I can't guess their relationship but somehow she's close to him.
she saw me standing there and glared at me and went back to our room, I went behind her and saw her searching for something maybe tissues because her makeup was all over her face so I gave her a tissue box smiling, she took it from me and started wiping her makeup"so you and Mr stone..umm..dating??" I asked curiously, she got surprised at first and smiled later saying "yeah.. can't you see..we will be married once this project finishes"
I felt a little disappointed after knowing that my idol will be married soon, after all I have a small crush on him, but I felt happy for him for getting such a pretty and smart fiancee so I smiled and said"congratulations Caroline... it's really nice of you to help him with his project"
she looked surprised first but smiled and said "oh dear you are such a cute little thing, unnecessarily I misjudged you" she said pinching my cheeks like I am some kid, why do people always treat me like a kid ?? huhh..
"it's ok.. let's be friends??" I said holding out my hand at which she smiled and said "friends" holding my hand.
"now that we are friends can I ask you for a favor??" she asked me a little nervously
"yeah sure tell me," I said assuring her "you know .. my father and Chris's father wants us to tie the knot asap but Christopher is stubborn and not accepting to get married early since you are his assistant can you please help me persuade him for our marriage during these 6 months time"
"umm..but how can I help you? I mean after all, it's his personal choice and you know Mr.stone's temper right!! he will fire me if he comes to know that I am meddling into his personal matters" I said nervously.
"you don't have to worry about that...if you can help me persuade him for our marriage I will be busy with our wedding shopping, you can replace in our team" she said folding her hands.
I felt really happy with her proposition, I mean I can work on project-042 if I help caroline to persuade Mr.stone, anyway they are already in a relationship so it's not that bad to help caroline right!!
"I promise you that I will help you, you can count on me" I said smiling, she hugged me tightly and said"Thank you so much dear, and don't worry about getting fired because Chris is too busy to notice you helping me"
I felt relieved after hearing that and said "Thank you so much, Caroline..you don't know how much this opportunity means to me " she smiled and resumed her makeup removal.
"Hey can I borrow your phone for a sec??I need to call my dad" I asked, she took out her phone and gave it to me and said "dad or boyfriend" winking.
"oh please ..its just dad and Ed " I said and came outside the room, i have called dad's number and he received after 3 rings
Erika: "Hello dad..."
"Mr. Williams: "Eri..oh god I was so scared and worried darling, did you reach safely?did you eat anything? where are you staying?"
After listening to dad's voice after a long day and so much stress I really felt emotional and a lone tear escaped my eyes, I felt like crying but I didn't want to worry him so I cleared my voice and said: "dad..dad..one question at a time, I am fine and I have reached safely, tomorrow we will go to Mr stone's island, so if I can't call you tomorrow please don't worry ok!!".
Mr Williams: "ok dear but please don't forget to eat in your work tension ok!! i miss you so much dear"
"I miss you too ...dad" I said in a shaky voice trying hard not to cry because he will be worried if I cry now
"Eri... call Ed he was really worried about you "
"ok dad ..good night, love you"
"good night dear..love you too"
I hung up the call and wiped my tears, I have to be strong, I shouldn't become weak I thought and composed myself.
Later I have dialed Ed's number he received just after a ring "Hello Eri..how are you??"
he really sounded worried more than dad"hey Ed I am fine..and how did you know it's me??"
"oh come on Eri..I can see the location and timing, who else would be calling me from Kingston at this time huh.." right.. like always Ed easily guessed my location.
"Hey champ..don't stress yourself too much ok?? and if that weirdo gives weird tasks just call me, I will take you away the next day," he said seriously
"Ed.. stop being overprotective, I am fine ok!! just take care of dad, you know he always forgets things here and there" I said little worried about dad.
"Don't worry Eri he is in safe hands now.." he didn't say anything for a few seconds.
"Helloo...Ed..are you there??"
"yeah..yeah..I am here"
"Why are you so silent?? are you ok??" I asked concerned
"Nothing Eri...I have just remembered one important task" he said
"ok then good night ..take care"
"good night Eri...I miss you" he said sadly
"good night Ed... now don't be sad I will be back once this project finishes ok!! then we can hang out ok!! now I gotta go bye" I said trying to cheer him
"ok Eri..we will be waiting for you, Bye" he said and I hung up the call and went to bed excited about the next day, I am gonna see Mr. Stone's Island for the first time...
Hope you guys enjoyed the chapter..Erika is a little childish sometimes but she is cute..so let us begin the fun ride with the cold-hearted scientist and cute assistant...pls vote and comment if you enjoyed reading...
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