Mission 03

"I'm Laliana," she said as she extended her hands to us. I nod then smile.

"I'm Ishiana but you can call me Ishi," - she pointed at me then continued, "and her name is Kiarra. You can call her Kia," Ishi politely introduced us to Laliana. We shook hands. She told us to sit on the sofa as we waited for Naomi, the one who interviewed us, to guide us to our boss's office. We are hired as a personal assistant. Ishi said that we will earn more money here, so that's why we applied.

It took fifthteen minutes before Naomi came. She told us to relax and just answer our boss' questions. It's not that hard, she says. When we entered the office, we didn't see anyone. Naomi's confused 'cause before she leave here in the office our boss is in here. But, suddenly, a woman appeared from under the table. She's catching breath as if she went on a 30 meter marathon. She's at us like she was seeing an alien or a weird creature, not until she realizes what's happening.

She told me to come near and stand in front of her.

"You are Ishiana Yen Mendez..." she trailed, busy looking at the papers in front of her. Me and Ishiana exchange looks. What is this woman doing?

"Here you are!" Ishiana and I were both shocked when she suddenly shouted. She looked up at me but she immediately looked at the paper.

"And you are... Kiarra Zen Peralta, right?" she asks, I nod in response. An 'o' formed in her lips then nodded. Amusement dancing in her eyes, there's a big smirk on her lips.

This girl has shoulder-length hair, straight and looks soft. She has charming deep brown eyes that can hook any guy that she wants. She has these pinkish thin lips that are very attractive. In short, she is beautiful, no scratch that, she's a goddess.

I never thought of having a boss like her.

"You guys were hired as a personal assistant, right? Are you aware of your job?" our boss asks. I was confused by her question. Of course, I am aware that's why I'm hired as one. Isn't that too obvious?

"Ishiana Yen, are you aware of your job? Are you ready to take a risk?" Her deep brown eyes settled on her friends' eyes. Her look is so intimidating this time, her aura changes from a light to an intimidating one.

"Y-yes Ma'am..." my friend stammered in response. She's uncomfortable with the look that our boss gives to her. Something's up, I can feel it.

"How about you Kiarra? Are you going to take a risk? Are you ready?" she asks while looking at my friend. I didn't answer her, instead, I waited for her to look at me.

I saw how the edge of her lips lifted and how she slowly shifted her gaze to me.

"Miss Peralta, I'm asking you," she said in an authoritative voice. While she's waiting for my answer she lifts her hand and lets her chin rest there, while the other one is tapping the table slowly.

"I'm waiting," she impatiently said. Looking at me straight in the eyes, commanding me to answer her question.

Before I answer her, I fight her gaze back.

"Yes, I'm ready," I answered. Again, I saw how the edge of her lips lifted. Amusement is written all over her face. Does my answer amuse her? What's amusing about my answer?

Then suddenly, she burst a laugh.

I and Ishiana exchanged looks. "Do we need to call it mental?" she mouthed.

As an answer, I shook my head and mouthed, "You are being harsh, woman."

She pouted then she gazed at our boss who was laughing out loud like an insane woman. I regret getting this job right now. What's with this person?

"Oh my gosh, you two are hilarious! I don't regret hiring you two!" she said with a big smile on her face. Oh, she didn't look happy. Please note my sarcasm.

"Butler John," she sang her butler's name as she called him. She looked at my back where her butler was standing.

"Yes Ma'am?" butler John replied. I salute this man, how can she stand this woman? Okay... Am I being harsh to my new boss? I mean, I'm just saying that because that's how she acted earlier. Her moods change suddenly, who wouldn't think of her as an insane woman? Who wouldn't think of putting her in mind? I mean, just who?

"Butler John, please guide Ishiana" - she pointed to Ishiana who was standing beside me- "to her room. I hope you know where that room is, Butler. I already told you," she said then threw a key to Butler John, butler John easily caught the key.

"You may now go to Ishiana. I know you already know your job, Laliana discussed it already, didn't she?" My friend, Ishiana, seems hesitant to answer her but still, she nods. Our boss sent a signal to go.

Ishiana looked at me, worried so I gave her my reassuring smile but she didn't buy it.

Butler John grabs her elbow, trying to pull her out of here. At first, she didn't let herself get carried away by butler John, but later on, she's the one who walks first.

I just blankly looked at the door where they came out. I heave a sigh then look at my boss who is relaxing on her chair.

"You can sit on the sofa, sweetie. Don't just look at me," she said, her eyes closed and her face still facing the ceiling. At what she said, I looked away at her. I'm embarrassed at my actions. Her eyes are closed but she still notices it. How can that happen? Is she an anime character or what?

I walked closer to the sofa and sat there. I waited for her to speak but I ended up asking her.

"Are you just going to sleep or what?" I ask, looking at the ceiling as her "I'm waiting." Wait, that sounded familiar. Ugh, never mind. She didn't reply to what I said. I wonder what keeps her quiet.

We just kept silent, but it was disturbed by a knock coming outside. The butler opened the door and in surprise a young woman appeared in front of it, holding confetti with a big smile in lips. When she saw our situation, a surprise was registered on her face. Her cheeks are getting red as she gulps.

"Oh...I guess I knocked on the wrong room." I saw how this young woman was startled, her eyes looking everywhere, avoiding our gazes. "Goodbye." Then, she bid her goodbye. She ran as fast as she could after bidding her goodbye. How cute.

"It's Laliana little sis." At last! My boss spoke, I turned my gaze at her. I didn't know if I should be glad that her grin is now back. I don't know it creeps the hell out of me.

"She's cute, isn't she?" I nod as an answer. She turned her gaze to me then a shy smile appeared on her pinkish lips. In embarrassment, she scratched her nape. I don't even know why she's embarrassed, it's making me uncomfortable. Silence is starting to eat the place again.

"I'm sorry," she said sincerely. I silently gaze at her. She's weird, why is she saying sorry to me? I just observe her actions, she's starting to tap the table. She's looking out of nowhere.

"Butler, can you leave us here? We need privacy." Butler just nodded and left us here. I just noticed, her butlers don't talk too much. Whenever she orders them, his butlers only nod in response.

"Your job isn't just to be a PA, right?" I didn't answer and let her continue. " Why did you accept it?" I raised an eyebrow. What does she think is the reason why people work? People are working for money and nothing else.

"What do you think?" I guess I shouldn't act like this but I can't help it. No sorry for her, this is me.

"This isn't easy you know..." I heaved a sigh. "Jobs have never been easy, boss." It's already decided. I, Kiarra Mendez, a normal person who is working to have money for my sister, have a mission.

"Mission Impossible: Taming Mr. Heartbrearker," I whispered

"Woah..." heaved a sigh, putting her hands on her chess. "I'm nervous that this job might put you in trouble or what," she awkwardly said. That statement touched my heart. She cared about her employees and for me that was kind of rare.

"Thank you for worrying but I think I can handle this job." I give her my reassuring smile. "Okay.. you can go now. Laliana's waiting for you outside." I smile and nod. I thank her before I leave her office. I looked around and saw Laliana on the corner. She smiled and waved her hand as she walked closer.

I guess this will be my new start.