Chasing Calliope

Chapter 4: Macey's

I never thought that I will enjoy my internship. It has been a month and never had I have a dull moment. I also learned a lot and met new friends, I got acquainted with the other interns from the other departments. We usually eat together during lunchtime and meet in the pantry during breaktime. And I find it so weird because I had been here in Soleil for a month and yet I still haven't seen Mr. Soleil or Kennard.

“I’ll go ahead Travis.”

This week has been a busy week, I rendered one hour over time due to some documents that Travis asked me to proofread. 

Travis bid me a goodbye and I left the office in 5 minutes.

 I decided to go to Macy’s to grab my dinner. I will have it take out because I don't want to be caught in the street when it is already dark. Good thing the office is just two stations away from my apartment if I will take PATH Rail. So from Harrison to Grove St. (where my apartment is), it will be about 20 minutes or so.

When I arrived at Macey's it is jam-packed since it is almost 6pm.

“Welcome to Macey’s!”

I am smiling widely when I reached the counter because I am so excited to order B&F as usual! And surprisingly Philip, Mike's cousin is at the counter instead of Mike who's supposed to be in charge of the counter every Friday.

“Hi Philip! The Usual please!” I happily said.

“Ohh look who's here, the Macy's prettiest loyal customer!” Philip says with a mischievous grin.

“Stop teasing me, I need to go ASAP I'm in hurry!” I pretended to be irritated when we both know that I am not.

“It's still early my lady, besides, you just leave a few blocks away, right?”  He asked before he gave me my change.

“I’m not a night person.”I shrugged at him.

“Ohhh…Are you afraid of the Dark?” he teased.

“Nope! I’m afraid of what’s in the dark!” I giggled as if I am joking, but deep down I know that what I have said is half meant.

 Philip laughed at me before he went away to get my order. So while waiting I tried to look around. My eyes automatically stopped to the corner of the diner where Mr. Grey Eyes in Suit usually sits. And to my disappointment, he is not there.. what a shame.. I honestly like seeing him for he is such an eye candy!

I mentally slap myself for thinking about that.

“Excuse me..” I heard a husky voice behind me. My head snapped towards the voice and to my surprised, Mr. Grey Eyes in Suit is standing behind me.

His mesmerizing Grey eyes are looking straight into my eyes, and I feel like I am drowning.

He looks annoyingly gorgeous up close. I don’t know how long I have been staring, if he didn't clear his throat I won't wake up from my daydream!

“Y-yes?” I stuttered.

“Would you mind stepping aside?” He said while he is pointing at the counter as if telling me that he will get his order.

“Oh? S-sorry!” I felt like my cheeks turned red because of embarrassment!

Stupid! Why did I forget not to block the cashier line!

Arghh! So embarrassing!

“Hey pretty, here's your order!” Philip suddenly appeared with my takeout.

I took the paper bag from Philip.

“Thanks, Philip..I'll go ahead!” I said without glancing at Mr. Grey Eyes.

“Okay take care! There might be a ghost in the street since it is already dark! You must hurry” He teased.

I glared at him that made me bark into laughter.

"I'm not afraid of ghosts! I am afraid of the bad people out there!" I clarified before I shook my head and pointed to the door, saying that I am going.

I went out of Macy's without looking at the Gorgeous Mr. Grey Eyes in Suit.

It is already dark, so I took big steps so I can go home fast.

My heart is beating fast especially when I can hear footsteps behind me.

I want to run, but I can't..

I am almost shivering in fear.. I just continued walking without looking back..

I am afraid to see what's behind me.

I decided to get my phone and use it as a flashlight, but then stopped walking.. I just realized that my phone is not with me..

I think I left it at Macy's!!!

I'm so stupid! I'm doomed! I don't want to turn back! especially now that there are no other people walking in the streets!

I can't go back! I am so scared!! But what can I do? I need my phone!

I want to pull my hair because of my annoyance with myself!

Goodness! This is soooo annoying! 

Without thinking I turned around while my eyes are closed..and almost screamed when I bumped into something hard.

I almost fell on the ground if not for the two hands that pulled me on my feet.

My eyes snapped open..

And to my surprised, I was greeted by the sexiest eyes I have ever laid upon..

Who else?

Mr. Grey Eyes in Suit.