16.

The alarm went off at 5a.m.

I woke up to immediately shut it down . I was very sensitive when I slept elsewhere than my home. So I was quick enough to shut the alarm down before Mr. Blackwell woke up.

He was supposed to be up by 6 am. I had one hour to get ready. I quickly went to brush my teeth and bathe. Wouldn't want to get in his way.

When I got out of the bathroom, I saw Mr. Blackwell was up in his bed. He looked a bit groggy. I giggled in my mind. He looks so cute like a puppy with his hair down and those droopy eyes.

"Good morning Sir. Shall I get you black coffee?"

I headed towards the coffee machine. I know rich people like to have coffee in bed without even brushing teeth. I personally don't recommend though.

"I will go and freshen up first."

While he was inside, I prepared the coffee. A button and a coffee pod is what it took to fill the area with coffee smell.

When he got out after brushing his teeth, I realized he had changed to his pajamas yesterday. While mine was cotton, his was silk.

He looked cute in it. Not going to lie.

We took the coffee and sat outside in the balcony. The dawn was just breaking, and we could now see the sea. Light wind blew on our face. His hair waved along with the wind.

If I wasn't in a business trip, if I wasn't poor, if I had a lover, if I had more money to spend on such luxury, this is what bliss would like to me.

Me, my lover and the sea with the wind blowing on my face - the perfect date.

But I was on a business trip with my boss, I was poor, I had no lover, and no money saved. So here I am with my boss, who is totally picturesque, sitting and sipping coffee looking at picturesque view.

We sat in silence. I stared at the sea, but I felt his eyes on me.

I turned.

"I will get to work Sir. "I was about to get up with my half cup of coffee when he interrupted.

"Finish your coffee. It's a beautiful view. We have lots of time" He looked relaxed.

"It is." I said a bit hesitantly and sat back down. Until this coffee.

A light breeze flew. I felt the corners of my mouth turn. A slight smile.

It was blissful.

I caught Mr. Blackwell looking at me. This makes me uncomfortable.

I quickly sipped my coffee and went inside.

Why does he look at me like this? I can see it in his eyes. He looks at me warmly, but his behavior is generally cold. I still can't figure what he thinks of me.

Soon, all my thoughts disappeared as we get down to work. The documents were laid out on the table. Mr. . Blackwell was working on his laptop.

I ordered a light breakfast for him. A small toast and sunny side up. For myself, I ordered a fruit bowl. I didn't feel like eating right now. 

As the food arrived, he laid his laptop aside to eat. I quickly arranged the laptop to stop it from falling. Then arranged the laid documents a bit more orderly. The meetings about to start in an hour and half. We were almost done with the preparations. WE have to get ready soon.

I went ahead and dressed in a light blue shirt and ray pants. The meeting was smart casual so need for my suit to come out. Mr. Blackwell went inside to get ready. I started packing the stuff into the bag.

In some time, he comes out. Dashing as he always looks in a shirt that fits exactly right on his body. He was wearing navy blue shirt and khaki pants. HE had his Rolex on and got his hair styled backwards. 

Shouldn't it take him more than 20 mins at least? how did he finish getting ready so fast especially it ends with this look?

Life's easy when you look good, I guess.