Finally takes the job

1985

Alexa's room

After much deliberation, i finally decided to take the job and my mind was raising with concerns.i dug out the business card tge man had keft me-"Reginald Reg Thompson, Executive assistant" and dialed the number.

"Reg it's me Alexxx....a, Alexa. So how can guarantee my safety ? I dont want to end up like father" i said, my voice laced with anxiety

"Ah Alexa, so you've decided to take the job? Excellent decision!. Don't worry we will ensure your protection. You will be working closely with me and i will ensure you are safe.you will be taking on a key role of a shareholder liaison working directly with the board members"Reg reassured me.

i took a deep breath, feeling a mix of relief and trepidation. "Okay, thank you Reg. I'all see you nextweek".

"That is good to hear. Make sure you get a lawyer too, i heard Jason is your friend and also a good one"

Confused a little "why do i need a lawyer, am stealingsomething?"

With a giggle "oh no Alexa. You know i told you the board members were arguing in the next owner they wouldn't want to see the original owner come up from nowhere and yank if off from them. That is why i'all ensure your safety"

"Oh okay, it better be good. Thank you Reg"

As i hung up the call with Reg, my mind turned to the cafe.who wold take care of it now that i was leaving.i couldn't bear the Thought if abadoning it,but i knew i had to prioritize my role.

Suddenly a thought struck me-Aunty Mary,father's sister was a fixture in the smiths life and her warm personality would be perfect for the cafe. So i left my room and head towards her before a knock i could her giggling over the phone, that must be her children or her husband. I let her take her time without eavesdroping, after i confirmed she was done, i knock on the door and i was welcomed in into her warm room glowing with the lamp light.

"Hey kiddo, what's up? I just finished conversing with your uncle. He already missed me"i could see her face with lit with her cheeks blushing.

"wow, uncle must have really missed you"

"You could say that again"

"Aunt Mary, i need your help"

"Okay. So what do you need my help with. Dont tell me some customers are really disturbing you. Did some guys try to swoon you over. Ah! I said it" she said, her voice being serious

"Aunt Mary, it's not that. It is regarding the cafe. I am finally taking over the job as a shareholder liaison at the company and i need someone to take over the cafe. Would you be interested?" I asked holding my breath

There was a pause, and then she burst out laughing."Me? A cashier? . Oh honey, i haven't worked a register since tge Reagan Administration"

I chuckled, imagining her behind the counter "that is exactly why i need you. You'll bring some much-needed personality to the place.

We chatted a bit reminiscing about father's antics and hoe he use ti make us laugh. At one point aunt Mary had me in stitches, imitating fathers silly impression. All Alexa's memories gushed in as i watched. She must have really loved her father.

Finally she agreed, "okay deal! But only if i can wear my favorite neon pink sweatshirt to work and also my apron at work"

I laughed, relieved. "Deal Aunt Mary, you would be the most stylish cashier in town"

With that i knew the cafe was in good hands.And i prepared for my new role

, i couldn't help but smile thinking of Aunt Mary charming the customers with her wit and humor.

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2024

Night

Like scheduled, cler made a video call, to discuss the story that happened the whole day.

"Hey Bella, thanks for answering" she said her face appearing on the screen

"Hey miss cler, am glad we could finally connect"

"I can see you are not alone" cler said acting casual and unaware of what happened earlier 

"Hi Alexa" cler waved.

Alexa looking curious "hiiiii. You are on a screen? How is that possible?"

Cler laughed "it's a long story Alexa. But basically it is like a phone call but with video. You camln see me and i can see you"

Alexa's eyes widened with wonder "wow that is amazing, i have never seen anything like it before"

"Are you sure" cler asked trying to confirm

"Yes i have never. I cant remember if i have"

Cler smiled "so Alexa, can you tell me a bit about yourself?. Do you remember anything about your past?"

Alexa face fell, confusion etched on her futures. "No...i don't remember anything. I don't know how i got here, all i could remember is someone calling my name Alexa in my dream before i woke up into this strange place. I...l feel like am living in a stranger's body. I don't know you nor do i know her"

Cler's expression turned sympathetic "that.....that mist be really tough for you. Uhmmmm" she robs get temples "okay let do it this way, i am cler a friend of yours. We have been friends for a long time okay?"

Still confused "okay....okay but i can't remember your face, then who is she?" She points to Bella

"She is Bella, her name is Bella your personal maid"

"Maid? What is a maid?"

"Oh boy" cler brushed her hair frustratingly and leaned back on her chair. Resting her chin on her jaw, she explained "a maid is a person show is assigned to take care of another person, or let me put it this way. Bella is someone who is in charge of taking care of you. Do you inderstand now?"

"Yes i do now but why do i need a maid?, i am literally fine, i cant feel pains anywhere"

"Alexa when we see we would discuss it okay?"

Alexa's eyes darted to Bella and then to cler "but.....how do i know you are really there? How do i know this isn't just a dream?"

Cler chuckled"Uhhhm that is a fair question Alexa. I promise i am really here and i would tell you what really happened okay?. Just don't create a tantrum and enjoy your stay at the vacation house. You can go to the beach, go shopping, eat at a restaurant and if you dont understand what i just said, you can ask Bella"

"Okay thank you cler"

"You are welcome. Bella"

"Yes"

"Can you move to a more private area so that we could talk?"

"Oh okay" Bella stood up with the phone and moved to the balcony closing the3 glass door behind her. "Okay it is safe now"

"we really need a lot of planning. I will try to figure out what i can say to persuade her. She must not know she us from the past okay?"

"Okay miss cler"

"Keep things cool, i will inform samuel about all this so if she is curious about her past just flow with what we planned. Have you kept the diary?"

"Yes i have and also Ma'am Alex company file. When will i be expecting you?"

"Maybe this Friday"

"Okay. Thank you for calling. I hope this works"

"Me too. Good night Bella"

"Good night miss cler"

The call disconnected, and Bella stared at the beach for few minutes before she goes back in. Surprisingly Alexa has gone back to her room to take her sleep.