Chapter 4: A New Beginning

Giselle's POV

A week flashed by since Rae was here with me. Dad tried to give me company but couldn't since he was busy in his own world as usual.

But we enjoyed ourselves a lot. We even went to the club and made homemade pizza and some of mom's recipes.

Today is the first day of my internship and I'm all set to rock it. Hopefully.

I had chosen blue denim's, a black belt and a white crop top to go with nude heels. I wanted to look a little bit formal with my signature casual tinge. I was wearing my shoes sitting on the bed when I heard footsteps entering my room.

"Ready Cupcake. Was breakfast good?"

"Yup! The pancakes were delicious."

"Good. Best of luck I hope you like there."

"I obviously will Raeyln Harper. I was trying to get my internship there for a long time. Professor Dave also recommended me which was my plus point. So no worries. I have grown up now Rae." I assured her to which she nodded.

"Okay so, I'm going now. Did remember to fill the gas in the car yesterday."

"Already done baby sis. No, go. I know they'll love you!" She beamed at me.

Which made me a little less nervous. I didn't want to show her that but obviously, I failed to mask it.

I took a deep breath and started the car. This is gonna be good for you. The car ride was spent with me hearing music on full blast to ease my nerves.

I stared at the office building it was made of glass windows with brick walls supporting it giving a touch of home to it.

I had already collected my card and a few documents which I had to have before the internship. I passed the main gate and parked the car in the first slot I found which was empty. The parking lot was in the basement of the building.

I had to take a lift to go there which I reluctantly pressed the button for. As I had to report on the given floor. I was waiting for it while remembering the floor I had to report to. I think it was 10 or 7 maybe it was 8.

"Oh my God, how could I forget that. I'll just go for the first floor and ask the receptionist from there." The lift arrived and I got in.

The lift was spacious considering the ones I had seen before it had a mirror on the sidewall, the floor was wooden corresponding to the brown walls. I got out of the lift and went to the reception desk.

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"Hey." "Hello. I'm Anna," she said with a practiced smile. I smiled back "I'm Giselle Haper. It's my first day here. Can you tell me where the interns have to report."

"That 'll be the 9th floor, Miss Harper."

"Thank you."

"Welcome. Have a nice day."

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I got in the lift and pressed the button. I was playing with the card in my hands. I exhaled a nervous breath.

Just when the doors were about to close four men got in two bodyguards and two men in suits. I tried to look past the guards but they were really

tall. The guards moved to the side and one of them pressed two buttons the 12th and the 5th floor.

"Enzo go with Mario and Blake to the conference room. I have to collect some files."

The man with broad shoulders wearing a black fitted suit said in his deep voice. It sounded good to my ears as if I could hear it all day.

Oh God what's got into you?

"Yes, Capo." The other one in the blue suit said. Capo? Who is he?

"Sento odore di lavanda qui. Spero che la ragazza sia anche appetitosa come puzza." The blue one said giggling.

(I smell lavender here. Hope the girl is also as appetizing as she smells.)

I didn't understand him. Damn if I had chosen Italian instead of French.

"Stai zitto. Per una volta concentrati sul lavoro almeno in ufficio." The sexy voice said under his breath. He sounded angry.

(Shut the fuck up. For once concentrate on work at least in the office.)

"Okay. We are going." The other one surrendered showing his hands and got out with the bodyguards.

And I was left alone with this man. I still couldn't see his face. He didn't turn at all.

Suddenly, the lift stopped causing me to gasp and hit my back at a corner of the lift. I'm claustrophobic, the reason I tried avoiding them.

"No, no, no."

I moved forward and banged on the doors that someone might be able to hear me. The lights went off causing a shriek to leave my mouth. I put my hands forward trying to make out what was in my surroundings.

I took steps backward. Hoping to find something on which I can lean on. My back hit the wall of the lift. I breathed out, "Mama." my breathing hitched.

I heaved out a few breaths. Tears welled up in my eyes as I started sobbing. I felt oxygen leaving my lungs.

I felt as if the walls will eat me up and darkness would consume me.

A pair of hands cupped my face and I heard that voice again. The one I heard minutes ago.

"Hey, I'm here." I grabbed his arms my hands travel up to his biceps and shoulders.

I hugged him. He was tall I had to go my tiptoes to reach his shoulder. I didn't think twice about who he was or what I was doing. His presence gave me assurance. He was my only comfort right now.

He hugged me back. Resting his chin on my head. He stroked my hair soothingly. "Everything's fine Princess. I'm right here. It will start in a few minutes."

He moved his chin from my head to the crook of my neck. His hot breath tickled my skin. But I didn't say anything I didn't want him to leave me.

It felt good in his arms. I felt safe I didn't even know who he was. The way his other hand rests on the small of my back from where the shirt had risen caused me to shudder under his touch. He felt it too.

"You smell good."

"Hmm." My hands moved to his hair they were soft. He smelled like cologne mixed with something completely seductive. It made me dizzy.

"You smell like vanilla and lavender."

The way he said that caused another shiver to run up my spine.

"Hmm." I moved more closer to him. His hand that was stroking my hair moved to the back of my neck he caressed my skin there. My hands moved in his hair feeling the softness.

"Don't do that. I won't be able to control myself." His voice became huskier.

He took a step forward to which I took one backward. He pressed his body against mine and moved his face along the side of mine. I giggled. I really felt ticklish.

I felt his smile. With his cheek against mine.

The lights switched on. I immediately shut them as I tried to adjust to them. His grip on me loosened. I looked up to meet his eyes and saw the most alluring brown orbs I had ever seen. Just then the damn doors opened.