shadow of love episode 34

As early as 6:30am, Amber was already in my house. While I did the necessary chores, Amber went straight to the kitchen to start making food. Lois would arrive, latest, by 11 and I would still be at Lincoln Dayzee. By the time I was dressed and about stepping out, I was already perceiving the aroma of goat meat pepper soup.

Amber: You look amazing.

Me: Thanks my love. I can already perceive your handwork.

Amber: Anything for you dear. I bet you, with your appearance alone, the contract is already sealed.

Me: Amen o.

Amber: Run along now so you won't be late.

Me: Thanks. And text me as soon as Lois is here. I've sent her your number okay?

Amber: No problems. Goodluck.

Me: Thanks dear.

We shared a quick hug and I picked up my car key and left.
I quickly sent a message to Leonard and he replied, wishing me good luck.

Traffic was light and at exactly 10:00, I was in the parking lot of Lincoln Dayzee. I killed my ignition, gathered my files and my handbag and stepped out from the car. I locked it and started my graceful walk into the company. The interview was scheduled for 10:30. During the ride in the elevator, I called dad and informed him that I was there, he wished me luck and asked that I try to impress the young CEO so we could get along together and maybe have a future together too. Parents will always remain parents.
The receptionist on the floor was very cheerful and friendly. She must have mastered her work because she had a smile plastered on her phone.

Jessica: Good morning Miss?

Me: Pamela.

Jessica: Miss Pamela, I'm Jessica and you are welcome to Dayzee.

She ran her eyes on her huge note with that same smile.

Jessica: You have a meeting with the boss at 10:30. Please sit down.

Me: Thanks Jessica.

I lowered myself to a very comfortable cushion and clutched my file. This company is absolutely one of a kind. Some minutes later, a girl of about 20 or 21 came out from a door, she was dressed in a skimpy gown and her make up was heavy. She batted her eyelids at me and walked away. I didn't miss the kind of look Jessica gave her before she picked up the telephone ad announced my presence.

Jessica: You may go in now.

Me: Thank you.

I stood up and looked at her for direction, then she pointed at the door the silly girl had walked out from. I smiled and walked to the door. I tapped on it before walking in to get the shock of my life.

Me: William?

He was looking different and way more handsome than I can remember. But, he wasn't looking friendly one bit, even seeing me did not bring a smile to his face.

William: Lock the door behind you Miss.

I was surprised at the way he spoke to me like I was someone else or one of his stubborn employees. I closed the door and decided to remind him of who I am.

Me: William, it's me, don't you remember me?

William: Pamela Bernards, come and sit down please. I don't have time for such fake pleasantries.

Me: What?

The shock and embarrassment I felt at that moment didn't make me realise when I sat my @ss down on the chair opposite him. He opened a file which was on his desk and stared deeply into it.

William: So, I spoke with your father and you're just here for us to sign the necessary papers.

Me: But.....

William: We're done talking about this contract because we already signed it. Look.

He pushed the file towards me like I was a leper, then he pulled out a cigarette and lit it. I looked at the papers and it had daddy's signature on it already. I went through it and realised that he was right, that was when it occurred to me that daddy was trying to match make us. How can daddy play this kind of trick on me and how must it be coincidentally with William?
I pulled my pen and was about to sign in the space allotted to me when he pushed away my hand and took the file. Tears welled up my eyes at such rudeness and I had to let my heart cry out.

Me: What did you just do William? Is that the best way to treat a friend?

William: You'll sign in the presence of the board. The board of executives from your company and mine. And to that, we'll be throwing a get together party for our companies so we'll get to know ourselves and our shareholders. We'll sign this papers there.

He puffed smoke into the air and looked away. I knew I'm on a long thing now and it'll only take the grace of God to bring me out of this one.
I stood up, straightened my skirt, picked my file and my handbag and made to walk out, then it occurred to me, we had no contacts.
I brought out my card and dropped it on the table.

Me: On a second thought, that's my card. I'll be expecting your call.

I walked out as soon as possible before he would say something else. But before I could get to my car, a text message came in.


"the party is on the 10th. I'm sure you saw the girl that walked out of my office. That's the kind of things I eat now."