Unforgiving ex

Elizabeth, the secretary for Mia's Diamond, was busy managing the last round of job interviews for the day. It was still relatively early, just before eleven in the morning, but the office was bustling with activity. Amidst the crowd of job seekers, one figure stood out—Jennie, Daniel Castillo's friend, who had been waiting quietly, observing the office with curiosity.

Elizabeth noticed Jennie's presence and her aimless wandering, so she approached her with a friendly smile. "Oh hello, is there anything that I need to help you with?"

Jennie looked up, startled, and then relaxed into a smile. "Oh no, I'm just waiting for my friend Daniel before I head over to my job."

"Yes, I know him," Elizabeth said, her interest piqued. "I saw you coming in with him. Is he your boyfriend?"

Jennie laughed, shaking her head. "We're not dating. I'm his best friend, kind of like brother and sister."

Elizabeth's eyes brightened at the revelation. "I see! My name is Elizabeth, and I'm the secretary here. Sorry for the rushed question, but he's quite the ruggedly handsome man you can't ignore."

Jennie chuckled. "It's fine. I'm kind of used to it by now. Are there male employees here at the company?"

"Oh yes," Elizabeth said with her British accent, "but most of them are either in relationships or, you know, gay."

Jennie held back a laugh. "And you're looking for someone yourself, right?"

Elizabeth blushed slightly. "I am. My mum always said to be forward in dating, but I'm not sure if that's the best advice."

Jennie smiled sympathetically. "Being forward can sometimes catch people off guard, but you should be true to yourself and find someone who appreciates that."

Elizabeth laughed. "Wow, you're quite emotionally insightful. You've got me opening up in seconds. If you don't mind me asking, what's your occupation?"

"I'm a dancer!" Jennie replied with enthusiasm.

"That's great!" Elizabeth exclaimed. "My good friend Leo is a dancer too! You should meet him; he's very handsome!"

Jennie's interest piqued. "Really? I'd love to meet him. But, I'm assuming there's no romantic involvement there?"

Elizabeth nodded. "Exactly. We have a brother-sister relationship. I never see him as anything more."

As Jennie chatted with Elizabeth, she noticed a familiar face entering the office. It was Leo, the dancer Elizabeth had mentioned. Jennie's heart skipped a beat. Their history was complicated—a mix of love and hate from their high school and college days. Seeing him now stirred a flood of emotions, and she felt unsure of how to react. Should she hide or leave quickly? Her anxiety heightened as she prepared for an awkward encounter.

Leo, spotting Jennie, approached her with a dramatic flair. "Well, well, here's a face I thought I'd never see again."

Jennie tried to maintain her composure. "I can say the same thing."

Leo's tone was sharp. "Trying to make a good impression on everyone? If she knew your other side, she wouldn't be talking to you."

Jennie bristled at the jibe and decided it was time to defend herself. "Let me tell you, Leo, those are just fantasies in your head. I can talk to whoever I want."

Leo sneered. "Not with Elizabeth. Now, get out of this company."

Jennie felt her anger rise. "You have no right to talk to me like that!"

"You just can't handle people like me, can you? You always hated that."

Leo's voice rose. "What I hated was how two-faced you are."

Elizabeth, alarmed by the escalating argument, intervened. "I am so disappointed in both of you. Whatever feud you had should not be brought into this company. This behavior is against the company's morals, and my own.

Leo's face fell, and he muttered an apology. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean for this to happen…"

"Did you not hear what I said?" Elizabeth's tone was firm.

Leo, defeated, pushed the elevator button and left the office, accompanied by the security guards. Jennie, feeling a mix of embarrassment and frustration, followed him into the elevator, unable to look at anyone but the floor.