The Alpha's Fake Fiancée For Christmas

1: THE INTERVIEW

CYNTHIA'S POV

I couldn't help the small smile that formed on my lips as I stared at the calendar in front of me. My eyes were a bit hazy as I thought back to where it all began, wondering if my life would be this nice if I hadn't met him back then.

It had been three years since then, and our love stayed stronger than ever...

"Cynthia, Here you are,'' I had no idea when the door opened, but I heard my colleague's voices in my ears, and I raised my head to see three ladies walking toward the couch in my office.

"You've been staring at the date since yesterday. I'm worried your eyes might clear off the date, you know?" Clara teased, her eyes shining with gossip, and I laughed heartily.

"Anything else could clear off, but not this date, ladies," I said smugly as my thumb gently rubbed the date. "It's my third anniversary; You just can't expect me to keep it in, You know?" With a low chuckle, I teased the girls back.

Clara, Anna, and Cathy were all my friends in the office. We've been together since we all resumed in the company, and I could call it fate as we all came for the interview the same day and resumed the same day. We've been friends ever since, and I have never regretted it. "You should find a man too," Cathy nudged Anna as she teased, causing everyone to laugh.

"Yes, Girl. Isn't Sam on a business trip? Is he coming back?" Cathy asked with a raised brow.

Hearing that, a brighter smile formed on my face, and I shrugged arrogantly, "For your information, girls. I'm not spending this day alone. Why? My man is returning today!" I replied, with eyes full of pride and elation.

The girls glanced at each other before they all turned to me to give me a knowing look, "Why is this place so hot? I'm sweating so much even when there's an AC here. What's going on?" Anna fanned herself with her fingers as she lamented amusingly.

"It's not the office that's hot. It's the suite that has been prepared for tonight. I can't help but feel hot, too. Ugh! It's so hot!" Cathy joined in, fanning herself with the purse in her hand.

My cheeks turned red as I listened to the ladies. I had to cup my cheeks to hide the redness as the embarrassment was slowly getting to me.

"I'm sure Cynthia is gonna have the best night of her life tonight. I hope Sam makes sure she sleeps more tomorrow morning or she might not be able to walk properly tomorrow," Clara mused and winked, causing laughter in the room.

"Oh, girls, you're too corrupt!" I lamented, shaking my head as I joined in the excited laughter.

"What do you mean? Don't tell me..."

"Wait, my phone is ringing," I waved my hand and answered the call, "It's Mr Dorian," I whispered to the ladies. "Hello, sir?"

"Miss Cynthia, can you come over to my office right now?" It was a question filled with authority more than demand, and I let out a deep breath.

"Okay, Sir," I replied and stood up.

Ending the call, I turned to the ladies and shook my head, "He wants me in his office," I said, sounding a bit down.

Clara rolled her eyes and stuck out her tongue, "That man," She grumbled, but I couldn't continue listening and rushed out of the office.

I pushed open the door and entered, revealing a young man who was seemingly in his late 20s; his long black hair fell on his shoulder, highlighting his cold and ruthless face, which I would hate to describe as handsome.

"I'm here, Sir," I said gently, bowing a little.

He raised his head, his cold eyes like a knife, as he placed them on me, "You are interviewing Lady Anna when she comes over later in the day. She's on her way right now, and she..."

"I took the day off already, Sir. I already submitted it yesterday, and it has been approved,"

"And I'm telling you to do the interview, Miss Cynthia," His tone had a hint of finality, and my heart sank. "She is the daughter of Alpha King Asher, and she is eligible to participate in the next Alpha ceremony. This Meaning, she has the opportunity to become the next Alpha Queen. Treat her well," He added, his eyes stern.

"O... okay," I replied in a low voice, bowed, and walked out of the office.

The day went by, and my mind was restless as I waited for Miss Anna. While also praying she wouldn't waste too much of my time so I wouldn't have to keep Sam waiting for too long

"Cynthia, Lady Anna is here," a colleague sharply informed, and I let out a deep breath.

I stood up, packed my things, and made my way out of my office. The room for the interview was a few feet away from my office, so in a while, I pushed the door open and stepped in.

Sitting on a seat in the room was a beautiful young lady who had an aura of elegance in her. Without a doubt, she was the princess I had been waiting for!

"Good evening, Lady Anna," I greeted with a smile on my face as I walked over.

She looked at me and returned the smile, "I'm glad to be here too," She replied and crossed her legs. "Shall we start right away?" She asked.

I smiled and nodded. She couldn't be in haste as much as I was. "How was your journey, Lady Anna? I heard you returned this time for the Alpha festival, which happens every 25 years in the Christmas week," I started, asking as directed by the boss.

Lady Anna smiled softly, showing her elegance and beauty to the camera, "My journey was beautiful. At the same time, you're right. Alpha King Asher, my father has given me the chance to participate in the Alpha ceremony and I'm ready to repay him for this chance by becoming the next Alpha Queen," She replied, sending her determination and confidence over.

I nodded, "According to the rules of the ceremony, every participant must come with their partner. Are you planning to reveal your partner that day, too?" I asked, just as Mr Dorian informed me that he was currently monitoring the interview.

Lady Anna sat back and gently closed her eyes, "That was what I initially planned to do, but I changed my mind. I decided to show my partner to the world before the festival, and right now, he is outside. Can I bring him in?" She asked with a raised brow, and my eyes lit up a little.

My girlish heart picked up, and I inwardly giggled. "You can, Miss,"

She sent a gaze filled with gratitude over before she stood up and left the room; her steps oozed nobility, making her look even prettier.

I faced the door, gently waiting for who she was going to bring in, and she didn't keep me waiting for too long either.

Miss Anna brought in her partner, and at the same time, my world shattered.