Chapter 2 Have We Met Before?

• Alexandro Cruz woke up with a headache, still feeling the effects of his return to New York yesterday after closing a deal in Japan. And now, he had to report to work early due to a ridiculous interview.
• “How could Ethan, who is incredibly stupid sometimes, arrange an interview for today when he knew I'd be exhausted? I guess that's why I need a competent assistant.”. He grumbled as he got out of bed and headed to the shower.
• It was soothing and enjoyable to feel the water coursing through his head. He wished he could spend all day in the shower, but unfortunately he’s got work to do. Working was not a problem for Alexandro because he actually enjoyed it.
• As the CEO of a multibillion-dollar company, he might come across as a workaholic, but in reality, he just loves being in the office because it is calm and like a safe haven, and it lets him do what he does best. But he admits that most of the time, if not always, it can be stressful.
• Once he had finished his bath, he wrapped a towel around his waist and left the bathroom. And before long, he was prepared to go. He couldn't even wait to have his coffee because he was already running late. Of course no one was going to challenge him, but he has his policies, and he sticks to them.
• He made his way downstairs, where Ethan Stone, his right-hand man, was already waiting for him in his car, so he got in and they drove to the office.
• Ethan's father used to work for Alexandro's father before he died, so his father decided to take Ethan in because of his age at the time. Even though Ethan now works for him, Alexandro still thinks of him as a brother.
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• Alexandro
• All I have seen all day is nothing but unqualified girls dressed in skimpy clothes. Trying to seduce me with looks, I mean, they were hot, but my heart belonged to one, and even if she had disappeared since our last encounter, she would always have my heart.
• The amusing part is that they all assumed they could get the job by flirting with me. Even though the day has been long and non-productive, I enjoyed watching all of these women flirt their way into getting the job.
• It was 12:45 p.m. now and I was still in the office conducting interviews for my assistant position. Thankfully, there was only one person left for the interview. I felt so relieved.
• As soon as the last girl entered, I had to admit that I was impressed with how things were going thus far even though she had not said anything. Her attire differs from that of the other women who entered earlier.
• She may have looked like a nerd, but she dressed quite right. She was dressed in a royal blue top and a black pencil skirt. Even in her weirdness, she looked amazing, she was tall and had the perfect body that would make any man go crazy. I just did not understand why her face did not match her body shape.
• I could tell she was a bit nervous as she sat down and submitted her credentials, she kept stealing glances at me or had we met before? In all honesty, she looks incredibly familiar, but I am unable to identify the context of our acquaintance.
• Anyway, enough about all that, let us get down to business.
• "So you think you have what it takes to work for me?" I asked with a sly smile, after grabbing her credentials and carefully going through them.
• "Absolutely, I have all the qualifications and believe I am the best candidate for this job," she stated confidently.
• "Oh, really! We will see about that. why do you feel you are so qualified?”
• "I consider myself a hard worker, a quick learner, and a good team player. I believe my accomplishments speak for themselves.” she replied, staring at her credentials.
• “That is adorable, but just so you know, this job calls for a great deal more than just abilities—it also calls for a certain level of sophistication and dexterity. And based on what I have observed, you fall short in both areas.”
• “Excuse me? I’ll have you know that I am more than qualified for this position, and I will not be spoken to in that manner.”
• "Oh, I am trembling in my boots," I said with a smug smile. “You think you can handle the pressure of working for me? I doubt it.”
• She was becoming agitated, and her face was turning red, most likely from anger.
• "All right, enough of your patronizing demeanor. I have had enough." Anger evident in her voice as she spoke.
• “Oh, Ms. Kiera, I am just getting started. You see, I like to push people to their limits. It's the only way to see what they are made of.” I muttered, leaning forward.
• "Stop, just stop!" she yelled.
• Oh dear, the heat seems to be getting to someone. And before I could say anything else she got to her feet and reached for her handbag.
• "Okay I’m out of here and screw you, jerk."
• "woah, do not let the door hit you on the way out," I responded, smirking and chuckling to myself.
• Well that was fun. It seems like these women simply cannot take a little bit of pressure.
• "Ahem, Perhaps we should adopt a more diplomatic approach,” Ethan said, clearing his throat.
• “Come on, Ethan—she just could not take the heat. And I will not waste my time on a person who is incapable of conducting even a basic interview.”
• “But sir, she is the only applicant that we have found to be qualified thus far. Not only is she young and smart but more importantly, unlike the other girls who showed up looking like sluts, she has self-respect. But that is fine, we can always hold more interviews.”
• Ethan was trying to play smart with me, but I wasn't bulging, and I am sure he found her outburst amusing. " Exactly! we can always hold more interviews," I simply stated.
• "But we don't have the luxury of time, you would be traveling more often now, and I can not always accompany you, so you do need someone urgently."
• He got me there. When I travel, I sometimes have to leave him behind to attend to business matters. So I don't have much of a choice now.
• “ Fine, give her a call.”
• I am going to despise working now. How am I expected to work with someone like her?
• That being said, "Ethan, do you have any info on the girl I told you to look for?"
• "No sir, finding someone without physical knowledge of the person is quite difficult.”
• “Well, keep at it. I need results, not excuses.”
• “Of course, sir. By the way, did you ever find out why she turned down your offer?”
• "It is none of your business Ethan, just find her with the necklace. It is extremely rare, so I’m not sure why you are having difficulty finding it."
• "I'm sorry sir, I will double my efforts.”