Love Me

09- Greece

We were at the meeting with Michael's partners from in and around the US and Europe. Mr. Thomas was presenting the Annual reports in a boring way, and I was sitting on the side trying to listen to what he is saying. Even if I try not to see him, I find it so difficult. I turn to him, for my bad luck, he was already looking at me.

What is behind that stare and what he wants from me?

"And this year we have appointed a secretary for our CEO, and she is Sara Nicholas," Mr. Thomas introduced me out of nowhere.

I stood up and smiled. Then he left the place for me to present my part. All statistical calculations were tedious which Thomas, Edward, I and Michael prepared in the last two days. I think this will surely bore these guys.

I tried to avoid him while presenting, but in the middle when I happened to see him he was intently looking at me. That's all I didn't turn to his side until I finish.

Michael sitting in his place gave the final address about the improvements that are going to implement from next year. And also told about the few improvements that have done in the last two months.

I don't know why I am thinking he is too hot in the black tuxedo. He is completely the man of charms. After that kiss in my cabin, I completely changed. The photo that spread on the internet has gone without a trace. It must be him but still, I haven't thanked him.

The December going to start in a week, that's why this annual meeting was conducted before our trip to Greece. I am so excited about Nisha's marriage in two days.

The meeting came to an end. I came out following Mr. Thomas and waited outside to send off the guests along with other high representatives of Aaron Corporation.

"You did well, Sara," Edward complimented.

"Thanks,"

"Yeah, you did a great job," Mr. Thomas said which is surprising to me.

Michael came out talking with his friend and business partner Alexander. He stopped before us,

"Good job, Mr. Thomas," Alexander said to him. They all know each other well.

"Thanks, Alex, I saw your recent share market points, it is really impressive,"

Then Edward joined in the talk, suddenly they realized about me or something they turned their gaze to me.

"I am Sara Nicholas," I said to Alex.

"Nice to meet you, Sara," he grinned widely. Michael guided him to the elevator.

I walked to my cabin when everyone left their respective work. I felt so relaxed since I was very nervous about my first ever presentation.

My phone started to ring when I am packing my stuff. My eyes widened to see Michael's name.

"Come to my cabin!"

I huffed and went there.

"Can you get some coffee,"

"Sure," I nodded and walked out.

Even after I gave the coffee, he is not in the state to leave me, he asked me to arrange his desk while he is watching me sitting on his chair. His sensual gaze made me feel like I was naked even though I covered fully.

Before I ask permission to leave he stood up facing me and I became nervous feeling our imminence. I raised to see his face, but that's the biggest mistake I have done today.

He slammed his lips on mine and pulled me closer grabbing my thigh. I kissed him with equal passion since I couldn't resist this, resist him which is driving me insane.

His hand traced all over my body, and the sound of his respire was the only thing to hear in that room. When he nibbled my neck I moaned unable to control it.

Our kiss turned the atmosphere passionate that lead him to push me on his desk and further removing my shirt buttons. Then only I realized this is going to be something which I will regret my entire life.

I looked at his face filled in desire,

"I don't want to do this," I stopped him abruptly.

Buttoning my shirt, I strolled out. Getting a taxi, I can finally able to breathe. I leaned back on my seat and closed my eyes reminding my actions.

It is getting worse day by day; I am losing my control inch by inch.

Is he attracted to me?

If this is the case how can I travel with him to Greece?

^^^^

"Hey Nish, how about these?" I asked showing the pearl earrings while Nisha wearing her wedding bangles.

"It's great Sara,"

"Oh wait," I went near to her and helped her to stand up straight. She and I looked at ourselves in the mirror, my best friend is going to get married in a few minutes how wonderful this feeling is!

Nisha looked at me. "Thank you so much, Sara," she hugged shedding happy tears and I cried in happiness too.

"Let's stop crying, you should be happy at this moment," I said drawing out from the hug.

She nodded and I helped to wear her veil perfectly, "You are the most beautiful bride I have ever seen,"

"Thank you," she smiled. The Lavender colored Lehenga is really good on me, I wore the earring and walked down to the hall to meet our other friends.

It’s been two days; I am trying to forget the incident that happened between us. After a lot of thinking I even thought to decline the offer going to Greece. He doesn't mind explaining himself, there are no phone calls from him. And yesterday there’s a news article about when he went for the horse riding.

He is normal but I am here scratching my head like a fool. Better I should stop this now.

When I was walking down on the stairs my legs suddenly paused to hear that voice. I slowly walked down, the more I get closer the more my heart raced to realize his voice. It's him... The man who made me sleepless for the past two days was standing before me.

I can't able to step forward, I momentarily stopped in the midway and looked at him mesmerizingly.

I got happy, nervous, and a state where I couldn't think anything else than him. If all these occur when you like someone then I like him, undoubtedly.

What he is doing here? I thought.

When he was about to turn to my side, I hide behind the flower decorations. Yeah, I am acting like a stupid but strangely I don't have that courage to face him even though I am going to be with him for the next four days. How

When I again sneaked out to check whether he is still there, I found he was facing the other side and still talking with that middle-aged man. I know that this place is not anywhere in his schedule. And his attire was casual so that means he is not here for business? He walked to another hall where I heard a birthday party was occurring.

Birthday? I forgot that today was his brother's birthday. So he is going to be here for this entire evening? How on earth this could happen for me, I whined and walked inside the wedding hall.

I gazed around the decorations done there, they are perfect in a milky white theme. The white roses were dazzling everywhere

Guests started arranging on their seats. The Marriage held in the traditional Hindu ceremony.

I saw Rajveer was so happy and my best friend looked beautiful in that red lehenga. I watched all the rituals and wished to have the same type of wedding.

When she saw me her lips curled into a big smile after the ceremony. Marriages are made in heaven and now I understood the real meaning in it after seeing this wedding.

When I was asked to talk about Nisha at the wedding party, I accepted.

"Uh... I don't know what to say this moment. I am so much happy for my best friend, we were friends for seven years, and we shared so many things and supported each other at hard times. She is someone I am grateful for staying in my life and Rajveer is a perfect man for my incredible friend. I wish they should get all the happiness in this universe. Thank you." I finished. Nisha came to me and hugged me in joy.

Having dinner with friends I forgot the time while talking to them. First Nisha and Rajveer left in the car and then I decided to leave in a taxi.

I again went back to get my purse and jacket in the guest room. When I came out I heard a familiar tone calling my name. Even in my dreams, I am only hearing his voice.

"What you are doing here?" he questioned knotting his eyebrows.

"My friend wedding held here,"

"Oh," he nodded.

"You are leaving?"

"Yes, I have some work in my home," I didn't meet his eyes.

"If you want, I can drop you, I am also leaving," he offered with a smile.

Every time I am falling for this smile. "No that's fine," I muttered looking down.

"I am ordering you, come with me," he came closer.

"Okay," I raised my head to meet his eyes.

When we came out of the building, he stopped before the entrance. "It's cold outside, cover yourself," he ordered yet in a concerned tone.

Nodding I put the Jacket on me and stood beside him. I gazed him in sideways as he is looking at the road for his car. He is devilishly looking handsome in that white shirt and blue trousers. Suddenly when he saw me I turned my gaze.

 "How was your brother's birthday,"

He stared me like 'how do you know that?' then he said it went great.

"We are leaving in the afternoon; you know that right?"

"Yes,"

The driver was faster and within twenty minutes he was before my apartment.

Getting down I looked at Michael. "Meet you tomorrow," he said before leaving.

 ***

"Where are you?" Nisha questioned.

"I am waiting outside for the driver," I said to her on the phone sitting on my suitcase before my apartment building.

"Okay great, happy journey and enjoy the trip,"

"You too enjoy with your husband. And have you packed your bags?”

"Yeah I am all done," Nisha was going to Paris for her honeymoon tonight.

"And Sara, did you know Ajay? Rajveer's friend. You would have seen him at the wedding, a good looking guy."

"I guess I remember him. What's the matter?"

"Sara, he is the guy I told before. He likes you after seeing you in person,"

"Okay,"

"He wants to know about you more."

"Okay,"

"So he asked me and Rajveer, I promised him to arrange a date with you."

"Oh,"

"You are going on a date with him after you come back from Greece, okay,"

"Nisha, I am not interested,"

"Hey baby, you have to. Please do this for me, you will like him and I am so sure about it,"

"Okay," I agreed. Just seeing him won't affect anything.

"Awe, that's my Sara, then tell me a day when you will be free so that I can inform him,"

"Sure,"

"Okay, then I am ending the call. Be safe, eat a lot, don't drink too much and I will call you later," I left out a breath lowering the phone from my ear.

When I again turned on my phone I looked on the messages from Kai. At first, I felt so afraid to see his messages, then I felt curious, and now I am so glad to see it.

I know it is not a healthy relationship that I should continue. He seems to know me better than anyone and when I am lonely his message will be there.

I pressed the number to call him,

"The number you have dialed is can't be reached now or switched off, please try again later," the computer lady said and directed to voicemail.

This is not the first time I am trying to reach him. Several times even when I am messaging I called him to talk with this person but this was the reply I get every time.

He was very cautious in hiding from me, he might be someone connected to my life.

Suddenly the horn sound jerked me. I gazed up to find a Lamborghini standing in front of me. A middle-aged driver came out looking at me.

"Ms. Sara?"

"Yes,"

"I am here to take you to the airport,"

The Sun was slowly setting down among the clouds, gazing the bright crimson red sky I reminded about Michael. 

Like Kai he is a mystery too, one small difference is that I know him and he is near me. How much I wanted to see Kai that much I wanted to know Michael.

I hope this trip will give a change to everything. I sighed deeply thinking all these things.

I walked carrying my backpack to the side of Michael's private plane, the driver carried my suitcase and walking before me. My heart thumped against my rib, this excitement I get whenever I am going to see him. It’s uncontrollable, unexplainable, and unbelievable.

Once I stopped I looked up to find a giant plane standing in front of me.

My eyes searched for him and there he is standing magnificently before that plane and gazing at it. My lips curled in a smile instinctively. Suddenly he shrugged his shoulders and turned his head to see me.

I just froze at that spot. I haven't cut off the smile and looked him with that. He smiled back which gave shivers down my spine.

I stepped toward him, my luggage was taken into the plane, I still awkwardly standing there hearing Michael and the pilot's conversation.

That time I noticed that we were going to travel alone.

"Great, I think we can move now," Michael said to the pilot.

"Shall we?" he asked me.

"But... are we going alone?"

"Why? do you need anyone else than me?" he smirked.

"No," "I mean... never mind," I gritted mentally.

Gazing around, I took a seat at the left side near the window. I have never seen anything like this before, a plane more like a small luxurious hotel room. And the couch I am sitting is more comfortable like it's hugging me protectively.

I turned my gaze to Michael who’s at the right side, the exact opposite to me. His legs are crossed and his arms were rested on either side of the chair.

"Sir, can we take off the Plane?" The Pilot asked via the intercom.

"Yes," he replied.

I removed my blazer and looked only at the window. I tried my better level to not turn but still, I can feel his breath, his cologne, and his gaze on me.

This was my third time traveling on a plane. Most of the people love traveling but I come into the category who hate to travel since I don't like to come out of my safe box.

But when I was getting ready I felt an excitement and I know it's because of him. For unfolding his personality, I hoped this trip will be helpful but now I am afraid whether I will fall for this man indefinitely.

"Are you going to be like this?" Michael's voice startled me.

I looked him, "Talk something, or else you won't get my time when you want,"

I smiled. "I do want to talk with you, but I don't know a way to start..."

"Now, I am here in front of you,"

"What's in your mind? Don't you think we are crossing our lines?"

"Indeed we are,"

"Don't you think it's wrong if we kept breaking our boundaries? I want to put a full stop for this and I need your support."

"I don't want to put a full stop," he snapped.

"Then?" I narrowed my eyes.

Just a smirk came as his reply. "You have come too close to me there is no return from here," he answered leaning back on the seat.

What is that mean? No return?

"What you're meaning by that?"

At the most important time, his phone started ringing. He picked up the call instead of cutting it off. I groaned and turned to the other side.

Michael talking on the phone stood up and headed to the study table where his laptop was placed. As he said, there is no time for us to talk about our matter.

The lights were shining above my head and outside it was almost dark, I went inside the room to see Michael.

It was a bedroom with a soft bed at the center. I badly wanted to sleep in it since I am too tired, the last two weeks were hectic with so many things. Michael came out of the bathroom removing his watch. He changed his tuxedo into a black t-shirt and grey jogger pants. This man looking attractive in all types of clothing.

"You can fresh up here,"

"Okay," I lowered my tone when he came so close to me.

"Don't think about anything else, just smile and make me happy," his raspy voice gave shivers down my spine.

I looked at him, his lips were just a few inches away from mine.

"I will be waiting outside," he went out of the room.

After refreshing, I untied my ponytail. I came out and saw my luggage were in the room and Michael's things were also there. There comes a question where I will sleep tonight?

I came to find Michael sitting on the dining chair and drinking a hot coffee looking at his phone. Taking a seat opposite to him, I caressed the warm cup.

"You haven't said the answer for what I asked," I asked.

"Answer? You know it," he chuckled.

I understood he is not going to answer any of my questions properly so I left that conversation and had my coffee.

"I don't know what we are going to do in Greece and you haven't told anything about it,"

"It's just a small business," he replied. "What you want for dinner?"

"Anything," I shrugged.

"Okay, I asked them to prepare spinach pasta. You are okay with it right,"

"Yup,"

"If you are bored, read something," he said and moved to the study desk and started to work. I took a book to read it.

Finishing off the dinner, I felt sleepy. I headed to the bedroom to change my clothes. Wearing pajamas, I came out of the bathroom.

I was surprised when I saw Michael was already on the bed.

"Uh, I will sleep on the couch," I uttered.

"No, sleep on the bed," he told in an authoritative tone.

"I can't,"

"That couch is too small, better sleep here. I won't do anything,"

Throwing off my morals aside I sat on the bed.

"Good night," I said.

"Good night," he told before turning to the other side.

Sleeping beside him was uncomfortable, for some time I couldn't sleep hearing his breathing and the ruffling sound of a bedsheet. Then eventually the overpowering sleep engulfed me.

The next morning when I opened my eyes,

"Good morning," Michael greeted coming into the room. He was in the last night costume.

"Morning," I yawned.

"Did you slept well?"

"Yeah, somewhat," he smiled.

"Get ready, we are in Athens," he smiled.

***

The ancient city, fantastic weather, luxurious mansion, and the pleasant cozy room tempting me to stay in the house rather than going out. I think I am really lucky to work in this job whatever it is, never mind, who can get all these for free, I exclaimed in that demonic smirk while standing at the balcony of his mansion where we are staying.

Coming back to my room I sat on the bed. A sudden knock gained my attention, opening the door with a hesitation I avoided looking at his eyes.

"We are leaving in thirty minutes," Michael said. Gazing at me briefly he walked back to his room.

After getting I came downstairs.

"Enjoy your stay here Sir. We are really happy about having you here after a long time," the maid to him.

"Sure," Michael nodded and looked at me.

His black suit and the black shades that he is wearing are perfect for his face. I can't help myself than to wonder, what kind of human creature he is! With no faults. He has everything and can get anything. He was not treating me as an employee, even now I was not here for work just to accompany him. Ugh, he is driving me insane!

"Where we are going? Actually what we are going to do, please explain," I asked.

"It's just a small meeting with my friend, you don't have to do anything be with me that's enough," he started checking his phone in advance before I could start questioning him.

The car stopped before a giant penthouse office. Putting my coat, I got down.

"Who is your friend?" I asked him.

"Owner of this building," he replied.

The man around Michael's age was standing at the entrance to welcome us. As we get closer I noticed he is handsome too but not that much as Michael.

"Nice to meet you, my friend, how long it's been," he hugged Michael.

"Yeah Elliot, it's been so long. How are you?" He asked.

"I am fine Mike, and congratulations you are doing great," Elliot appreciated him. Elliot's gaze turned to me.

"She is your assistant?"

"Yeah and my friend too," Michael's reply turned me so happy.

"I am Sara Nicholas, nice to meet you, " I smiled.

"Pleasure is mine, Sara,”

We walked into the board meeting room. Without knowing what's the content is about I stared everyone's face. There is no need for me to be here.

"Sara?" I looked Michael who is ready to leave.

When we are going on the car. I turned to see him.

"Now where we are going?"

"To my office,"

"What we are going to do there?"

"Just a small visit, nothing big,"

The car stopped before a giant penthouse office which is bigger than Elliott's office. I got down, now a middle-aged man was standing at the entrance door to welcome us.

"Welcome sir," Michael nodded and entered inside carrying that cool expression.

He overlooked the office and we attend a meeting with the employees. I was attracted to the way he speaks to everyone and how dedicated he is. Being a king might be easy but being the Successful king is what difficult and he is doing it effortlessly.

At the end of our visit, they asked us to have lunch with them and Michael accepted their request.

"Okay, we will have lunch,"

I didn't sit beside him, two seats away from Michael, nevertheless, I could hear him talking and feel his gaze on me. 

Then we came out of the office. And the officials gave a proper retreat. We drove straight to the mansion.

"That's all for today?" I asked when we get inside the porch.

"Not really, " "I will wait for you in the garden, come soon," he said while I am entering my room.

Closing the door behind I removed my coat and placed my bag on the desk. After refreshing, I came out.

There he was sitting and having his hot drink watching the sunset. My heart raced to see his face. He is completed ruined my mind I think.

I sat before him blankly, he carried that small charming smile on his face while observing me.

"What do you prefer to drink, ma'am?"

"Coffee, please,"

Crossing his legs across, that sharp eyes of him didn't stop scanning me.

"Are you comfortable here?" He asked me when I see him.

"Yes, I am,"

"That's good to hear," he smirked.

"Is there anything you want me to do?"

"Nothing, just sit here with me and enjoy your coffee,".

Blinking my eyes in a confusion I said "Okay"

"What we are going to do tomorrow?" I asked.

"Tomorrow was an important day, I am going to sign on a business deal.”

"After that?"

"I don't have any plans if you want to do anything? I mean if you want to go anywhere we can?"

"Michael, don't think I am rude for asking this. I need to know the actual reason for being too nice to me. No boss will kiss his secretary a couple of times without having personal intentions, and I am finding it strange even the way you look at me every time. So please don't confuse me any further and answer me,"

He just smiled for my questions like he is waiting for this moment.

“You know the answer to what you have asked,"

"I don't know," I shrugged. Indeed, I know the answer, either he likes me or lusting on me but I wanted to hear it from him.

He stood up and sliding his hand into his pocket, "Shall we go for a walk,"

"What?" I squinted my eyes by his reaction. But going in his way I can get the answers to my questions. When we are surrounded by nothing other than dense trees he turned to me. The evening was cold and the sky colored in crimson red.

"What do you think about me, Sara?"

"Like what?"

He chuckled, "You know how to pretend,"

"I am not pretending anything,"

"Then answer me honestly,"

"Yes I do like you," I looked down unable to meet his eyes.

"But not like what you think, I like you..." I bowled overlooking his eyes. He is not ready to listen to my add-ons after hearing my actual confession.

He pulled me the next moment slamming me against his hard torso. In no time delay, his lips devoured mine feverishly. I clenched his crisp black shirt in my fist feeling this sudden excitement. I stood in my toes to match with his height, his hands ran over my body, it felt electrifying. I didn't care about the fact that I am kissing my boss, no hesitation in my stance.

I didn't open my eyes until he nibbles it a little hard before leaving my lips. But he surprised me, by taking hold of my lips again. He trailed wet kisses on cheeks, neck, and chin.

"Can't you understand Sara, I Love You,"

My heart raced more than while he kissed me.

"I start to like you the moment my eyes met you," he admitted.

I don't know why but I didn't get the happiness. The most powerful man was in love with me but I am confused about my own heart.

"Sara?"

"I want you to be with me, as my companion, forever," there's determination in his voice.

"But..."

"Don't think about anything, just be mine,”

I breathe out, "Are you sure about what you are asking for?"

He grinned, "You know I take decisions until I am confident enough about it."

“Give me some time, I am not sure about my feelings," I muttered in hesitation.

"How long you need?" he asked.

"A week,"

He nodded and left me.

"Take rest, and don't forget to eat dinner," before heading into his room.

"What about you?"

"I am having work,"

"Do you want any help?"

"No, best stay in your room itself," he smirked.

"Good night,"

Locking the door behind, I sighed heavily. I laid on my bed and thought about the words he said, his eyes, his expression all are seemed to be so honest. But why I am still wavering, why I couldn't accept the fact that I need him as much as he wants me.