His Weakness

Chapter 5: Adam's Change

Adam's pov

Should I call her? Should I not? I was contemplating since the past hour whether I should call Rosella or not. Would she be awake? Would be recognise me? Would she freak out if she found out I have her number? Would she take up my offer? All these questions kept running in my head. Dylan would definitely laugh at me if he found out I was behaving like this.

It was 10:00am and I couldn't resist anymore. I scrolled through my contacts. I had her name saved as 'My flower', because that is what she is. I called her and she picked up after two rings. "Hello?" Ah, her sweet angelic voice.

"Rosella." I whispered her name like a prayer.

"Ada- I mean Mr. Costello. I'm sorry I didn't recognise you earlier at the diner."

Wait what? She didn't know who I was? Should I be offended or pleased about the fact that my flower is so innocent and naïve.

"It's okay Rosella. Call me Adam."

"Wait, how did you get my number?"

If I tell her I got it from my sources, she'll probably think I am a creep or a stalker.

"I got it from Louis, I hope you don't mind. I just wanted to ask what is your decision regarding my offer?"

I got no response from her for a while and I got worried. I didn't want her to reject my offer. I really wanted her to be with me at all times and it would only be possible if she would work in my company.

"I am not sure Mr. Costello. I do not have any experience working in a company."

"Oh Rosella, don't worry. Why don't you come visit my office today just to see the whereabouts and how work is done?"

Please don't refuse, please don't refuse.

"Um sure Mr. Costello."

As soon as I heard her reply, I gleamed in victory.

"You can send your address so I can pick you up at 12:00 noon and then we can go together."

"No Mr. Costello I'll manage."

My hesitant Rosella.

"I insist."

"Okay Mr. Costello."

"Call me Adam sweetheart. See you soon."

And with that, the conversation ended.

I reached her home 5 minutes before 12:00. It was an average house but soon my princess would live with me, in our mansion. I kept staring at my watch and then her door, waiting for it to open.

Alas it did and I was awestruck. My flower looked like an angel. Dressed in a white shirt, black pants and walking effortlessly in black stilettos, she looked classy and decent at the same time.

She seemed shy as she sat in my car and greeted me with her angelic voice. "Good afternoon Mr. Costello. Sorry for the trouble."

"Call me Adam. And it was no problem at all."

She kept quiet throughout the car ride and my ears felt so deprived of her sweet voice.

We reached my office building and as soon as we entered, everyone greeted me like they always do.

"Mr. Costello, aren't you going to greet everyone back?" Rosella questioned.

"Why should I flower? They are my employees." I reasoned with her.

"But having good relations with employees motivates them and creates a better working environment. And as humans, they shouldn't be treated as inferior regardless of their position."

"Do you want me to greet them back?" I asked her and she nodded.

I turned to all my employees. "Good afternoon everyone. Have a great day ahead."

I heard gasps as everyone was shocked. But anything for Rosella.

We entered my office and I saw Dylan approaching as well. I knew what Dylan was going to say so I instructed Stella to show Rosella around.

"What did I just hear? Adam Costello greeted his staff? Am I dreaming?" Dylan stated dramatically.

"Rosella wanted me to, so I did." I stated casually.

"That girl already has you wrapped around her finger. Damn, I was wondering if you and I could switch. I could keep Rosella and you can have Stella." Dylan teased with his smirk.

"I'll break your face if you joke like that again." I stated in a serious tone.

"Woah woah woah, relax. She really is something. I miss her coffee though, it was amazing."

I missed her coffee too. It was mouth watering. I called Stella and instructed her to give the phone to Rosella.

"Rosella, can you get me a coffee? Like the one you made yesterday. Ask Stella to show you where the coffee machine is and bring it to my cabin."

She's too sweet, she agreed in a second.

Dylan had left my office and I eagerly waited for Rosella and the coffee.

She came with Stella by her side. I motioned Stella to leave us alone. She kept the coffee on my table, I thanked her and she seated on my couch.

I sipped the coffee and savoured its taste. So sweet, just like my Rosella. As I finished my coffee, I stood up from my place and sat next to her on the couch. She fidgeted in her place. "Did you like the office and the building?" I asked.

She nodded but I was not satisfied.

"Why is it that you don't want to work for me Rosella?"

"It's just that there's an open position at Collin's International Holdings. My best friend works there and I was hoping to apply there."

I was angered when I heard this. The CEO of Collins International is a playboy and a douche. There is no way that I am letting my flower near that asshole.

"I'll pay you twice as much as they would offer. I'll get you a car and a driver." I spoke in hopes that she would change her mind but she was unconvinced. I couldn't believe what I said next.

"Please? I really want you to work for me Rosella."

Never had I ever used the word 'Please' until today. Her facial expressions changed and the word she said next made my heart flutter.

"Yes."

In the next second, I forgot my boundaries and hugged her.