Chapter 10 - Just The Two Of Us (1/2)

Stella came back after 10 minutes with a man in tow. ”Sir, your breakfast and painkillers.”

”Place them in the bedroom.” Adam replied.

”Okay Sir.” Stella led the man to the room and placed the things on the table before the sofas.

She returned back outside, ”It's done, Sir. You should eat something first before taking the painkillers. It's not good to take them on an empty stomach.” She spoke politely. She could sense that something was not right with him. He seemed a bit lost and tired.

Adam nodded in response, ”Thank you Stella. You can leave now and carry on with your work.”

Stella nodded, turning around to leave but was stopped by Adam.”And about the files, I will read them in a bit and sign them. I will call you to pick them up after I get done with them.”

”There's no need for that. There isn't anyone that requires your urgent attention. You should take some rest after breakfast.” She replied with a smile. ”Health comes first, Sir. If you suddenly fall I'll who's going to look after the entire corporation.” She added.

Adam asked her in reply with a big smile on his face, ” Are you getting worried about my health now?”

”N-No. I-I mean of course since you are my boss. Your well being ensures the well being of the company.” She replied stammering.

”You are right.” Adam replied, sighing internally. 'She only takes me as her boss.'

”What about the Golding Housing Project?” He continued.

”I have found a number of potential companies we can collaborate with. There are some companies that are contacting us as they want to collaborate with us. But I still need some time to get done with it.” She replied.

”Okay. There's no need for you to worry about time. You still have till the end of next week. By then, I want the complete report on my desk.”

”Okay Sir.” She replied.

”You can go now. And thank you once again.” He smiled at her.

”You don't have to thank me, it's my job.” She said in response. ” And I will make sure no one disturbs your rest.” She continued.

Adam only nodded in response. Stella made her way out leaving Adam alone to deal with his thoughts.

Adam stood up making way to the room. He sat down on the sofa and started eating the French toast that was brought in a while earlier along with a cup of English tea by the little lady who has been messing with his head these days.

He started eating while his mind was still stuck somewhere else.

'What can I do to make her think of me as not just her boss but someone who means something more to her. I have to do something, anything. I can not just sit idle now, especially not when I know that I like her.' Adam ate quietly, having a monologue with himself.

'I am going to win her over anyhow. But first, I have to know more about her. But the important question is 'how'? She doesn't even speak to me more than what is required.'