Love Me

03- New CEO

The sun peered through the windows of my room and fell over my skin. I slowly opened my eyes and the first thing that popped into my mind is that message. I roused up from the bed and a yawn escaped from my mouth.

I am unable to brush off my fear about those text messages, and I didn't go to see Dr. Maureen because there's no need, it's clear that I am being stalked by someone.

After finishing my morning chores, I went to see Nisha.

"Good morning,"

"Morning Nisha,"

She's such a nice person who I can rely on. If again the stalker messages me I will tell her everything.

"Today is the inauguration ceremony right?" She opened the fridge to take some milk.

"Yeah, I have to go in the evening,"

"Ok, do you want me to drop you," she gave the milk after pouring them into my cup.

"No, I will take the cab".

"I am free, Sara. I will drive you tonight,"

“Okay!”

In the past week, the work is less than usual, most of the employees were taking a vacation and even our manager asked us to take a break if we want because they were shifting the office. And after the inauguration, we are not permitted to skip work other than an emergency.

Finishing my breakfast, I settle down on my bed comfortably. I opened my email and looked for any important messages. A smile spread across my lips when I saw a reply message from Lauren.

Hello Sara,

I am fine, thanks for caring about me dear. That is so sweet of you. I am so depressed nowadays and your message gave happiness and strength.

With love

L. Lee.

I laid in my bed and don't know what to do. I looked around my room it was a total mess for this whole week I didn't properly clean my room so I decided to do that.

In the evening I got ready for the ceremony, I wore a polka dress that I bought on the other day with Nisha. I brushed my hair and put some makeup, I looked myself at the mirror I am simple and good. Having a confident smile on my face I came out taking my purse.

I got a cab and sat behind, I reached the hotel after 20 minutes of the ride. I looked at the building, it's mind-blowing decorated fully with lights.

When I was walking to the main entrance, I heard a commotion so I turned and looked at a group of men in a black suit approaching me. I backed off to the side to give them way.

I thought it must be Mr. Michael's bodyguards because a group of reporters was chasing after them to take a picture of a person standing in-between the men.

I looked into the crowd hoping to see Mr. Michael. Suddenly my eyes met a pair of piercing crystal blue eyes and I am astonished to see that breathtaking radiant eyes. It was just a second but I saw him. God, I saw him...

Then they all walked away and I felt like a cyclone just crossed me. I again remembered his eyes that looked deep into me for a second. My heartbeat increased its phase.

I brush it off and walked to the hall. I searched for Kate my friend and colleague in the office she agreed to accompany me here.

"Hey Kate," I called her where she's busy talking with someone.

"Hey Sara," "You're looking gorgeous," she added.

“You're pretty than me," I complimented. Kate is 27, my college senior and she's married and having two kids, but still looking so young.

We sat in the seat allotted to us. The event was well planned and several business people, politicians, and celebrities were attending this so there is huge security, and the interior decorations of the building are mind-blowing. Edward was sitting two rows before me and waved at me when he noticed me and I did the same.

The ceremony started and everyone was silent for a minute to mourn and gave their last respects to Mr. William. The guests start to speak and they addressed Mr. William and how amazing a person he was.

Mr. Michael was called upon for the acceptance speech. Everyone applauded, having a small smile he stood up from his seat and walked, he must be above six feet and has a well-built body, but I can't see his face properly. Then, at last, he came before the cameras and looked at everyone.

"God he's handsome," Kate exclaimed which is what I thought too.

I have to admit it, he's the handsome man I have ever seen. I felt something strange seeing his eyes. He confidently looked at everyone and then he started his speech,

I am honored to stand here in front of everyone who's working hard to make our company the best in the world.

We work here and making tons of money but what's the purpose, money is not our aim, in these past two years I have noticed that our company has lacked the potential in several places, we should eradicate that by considering which is important for the growth. I am going to make changes that I decided before with my grandfather, I hope you all give your support for future changes.

On this great occasion, I am very glad to announce that we have introduced a foundation in my grandfather's name were children to get support for their education. And this foundation also caretaking the children who lost their parents. I know how hard for a kid to lose their parents so I have decided this a long time before and now I got an opportunity to make this happen.

Thank you all and have a great evening.

He finished with a small smile and everyone applauded for him again. I thought that his speech was great and his voice was majestic and his looks were magnificent he's perfect for the CEO of Aaron group of companies.

I heard a beep sound on my phone and looked at the message from that private number, 

You're looking gorgeous

I was stunned to see the message and looked around me, everyone was engrossed in the speech and I looked even at the stage but there is no one with the phone. I was confused and sat silent.

I waited for Nisha in the waiting area. She said that she will be late for ten minutes because she stuck with some friends.

I was constantly thinking about the text message and who could be that person? Nisha came to drive me home. I was silent throughout the ride and when we entered our home I went to my room and Nisha followed me.

"Is there any problem Sara, what's bothering you tell me, dear," she asked me and sat on the bed.

"Nisha I think someone is stalking me," I said and tears welled in my eyes.

"What?"

"Yes," I nodded and told about everything and showed the text messages.

"Are you stupid? Why did you hide this from me?”

"Don't mistake me, actually I am not sure about anything so that's why I didn't tell you".

She hugged me, “Don't worry, I am there for you we will find who's that.”

That night I slept peacefully. But still, I know I am not strong enough to face this.