The Dying Alpha

Five: Interview

Danna followed the receptionists description of the venue where the interview will be held. Her heart beating fast as she walked briskly because she was nervous. She began to slow down as she tried to calm her nerves also consciously reminding herself that this wasn't he first time she was doing this and Everytime she did this it was always a success. "This shouldn't e any different from those times Danna" she said out loud.

She brought our a small handkerchief from her purse and wiped the beads of sweat from her forehead then continued towards the allocated venue.

In a few minutes she was standing before the huge door. "Not so huge if you ask me" she smirked as she recalled the description he lady gave to her. Danna was hesitant to push the door open. She checked herself once more, arranging her blouse properly so she doesn't look untidy. She took in deep breaths about two times and felt really relieved she exhaled. She was so ready for this. She pushed the door open and the atmosphere that welcomed her hit her so much that she knew she belonged here. She smiled to herself ND closed her eyes as she took it all in.

Apparently Danna was early at the venue, the interview was about to start though. She started by going round the kitchen and observing the utensils that were present. A mental note in her mind said that this kitchen was fully equipped. The view was magnificent.

A few minutes later she was done with her self tour of the kitchen. She made her way to a row of seats and planted herself in one. She felt comfortable in the black leathered chair after she had shifted continuously in an attempt to fix her butt properly in the chair. She crossed her legs slightly and sat up straight with her head held high. She began with her inhaling and exhaling routine.

She was fiddling with her resume to make sure everything was intact when suddenly the door was pushed open by a man who was well dressed. His suit was well pieced, dark blue in colour. He had jet black hair which was well arranged. "Hello Danna Alex" he said with a huge smile " I'm so glad to finally get to meet you in person." he continued stretching out his hand to her. She stood up immediately and extended her own hand "Mr. Daniel, the pleasure is all mine." she said returning the smile and shaking his hand.

There was something about his smile that appealed to and triggered her, but she immediately called herself to order immediately and withdrew her hand from his. She then moved back a few steps.

He took in a deep breath and smiled at her again, this time showing his perfect set of teeth. Danna's heart began pounding at the very thought of him making love to her,how it would be like to have him all to herself and feel him inside her, pounding into her giving her the time of her life. She smiled at the thought, she felt she was riding in the air as her body began to tingle. Her eyes had that dreamy look and her smile became more pronounced. But then it all began to fade because of the presence of a dark image, her thoughts instantly became blurry as they faded out.

"Danna? Danna?" she heard a masculine voice as she was brought back to the present. Only then did she realise that she had been day dreaming and the voice belonged to Mr. Daniel who was standing right in front of her. Her mouth was hung open.

"You seemed to have drifted away or gotten lost in thought aboutt something" he said again. Getting herself together, she was thinking of a reply to put out but nothing was popping up, like he read her mind he repeated the question he asked her once more. "Do you kind telling me about yourself and your cooking history?"

"Certainly I can and will do that Mr. Daniel" she said trying to blow off the embarrassment.

"Ummmm…" she began. "Iam Danna Alex, I learnt how to cook at a school or chefs. I was enrolled on scholarship."

"wow that's awesome" he commented. "Go on".he added gesturing the his hand.

She smiled and continued."I graduated as the best of the best" She said this with a glint in her eyes. "My teacher Miss Kriss taught me everything she knew, every recipe I know right now she passed on to me. She was a really great teacher and her meals were extraordinarily amazing" frowning she added "if only I could get to have a taste of it one last time." She rose her head up to meet a questioning look from her audience then she added hurriedly. "She passed a few months after my graduation"

"Ohhhh…" he mouthed. His expression showed that he now got the full gist.

Danna smiled again before continuing "Ever since then I've been determined to go on to become a great chef." She paused and said to herself "I would been there by now if not for Eli". She then cleared her throat and continued "I know I have a long way to go but I'm ready to begin my journey sir." she came to a conclusion.

Mr. Daniel had a huge smile on his face as he took in all Danna just said. "No doubt my dear, you are determined" . "Well tell me about yourself in particular" he went on. "I just did"was her reply. He shifted in his seat before he spoke "I mean tell me about Danna Alex". The question caught her unaware as she doesn't readily share this story with anyone.

She swallowed hard before saying "I am twenty one years old and I was raised by my aunty in…"

The door was pushed pen by a second man who was dressed in a chef's attire, just that he had a bandana around his head. That way she wasn't able to finish her sentence and that was fine by her because what she was about to spit out was a lie. She heaved a sigh of relief as both she and Mr. Daniel stood to welcome the man who just walked in.

"Thats my man over there. How are you doing Dominic." Mr. Daniel said in a happy voice. "I am doing okay sir." The man replied. He seemed to be slightly older than the CEO. He then turned to Danna "Afternoon Miss" he smiled as he greeted her

"Ummm Danna, this is Dominic, he is the head chef of this hotel" he smiled "It is an honor to meet you sir Dominic" she said respectfully. "You can call me Chef Dom or just Dom." he said with a warm smile. "The pleasure is all mine, I've heard alot about you and cooking from Daniel already and I think you're he right person for this job." She blushed.

"Well best of luck in the interview Danna" he shook her hand once more and went over to meet a group of people at another end of the kitchen.

"Good luck Miss Danna" Mr Daniel said as he also shook her hand. "We'll see soon" he said as he turned around to exit the kitchen.

She smiled to herself and she felt alive as though she had gotten the job already. She doubt herself though.

Mr Daniel felt excited as well, he pulled out his cellphone from his pocket as he dialed a number.

Meanwhile Harold and Tristan had just finished their discussion and Tristan was heading out.

"As soon as those reports come in, do not hesitate to show them to me Harold" Tristan said. "I definitely will Tristan."Harold replied.

Tristuwas at the door when he turned and said "Say hi to your wife for me, will you?" he smiled and was about to walk out finally when Harold's reply came "And say hi to your art work for me as well" he winked and chuckled.

"Son of a b***h" Tristan muttered under his breath as he eventually walked out.

*****

The call was finally picked up. "Hey man I've been trying to reach you." he said with an excited tone. His sentennce was met by silence from the other party.

Daniel continued "Congratulations bro, your girl got the job and I know she has potential for it. I just thought to call and give you the goodnews before she does"

"Thank you brother." The person at the other end said plainly and ended the call. He smiled and muttered something, then he dragged his cigarette and took a sip of his beer.

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The interview ended a few hours after Mr. Daniel left the kitchen and Danna walked out looking ike she was going to explode. She wanted to scream in the hallway. She was so excited that she had finally begun her long awaited journey. There was nothing stopping her now anymore.