Chapter 3 003

SOFIA

“An invite to an interview? From the Gold Company? Oh my God!!”

“Finally!” I screamed at the top of my voice.

After my months of struggling in the city, this might finally be the breakthrough I have been searching for.

I sighed…”Now Kiki wouldn't have to worry about my inability to contribute to her rent also…”

I had spent almost a year living with her and I hadn't contributed a dime to our living together.

She had been catering for both our needs. Even though she hadn't complained, I wasn't okay with it having known that I wouldn't join her in the ‘ho’ business.

“You know sitting here at home wouldn't help right? Just follow me and all you have to do is wiggle your sexy tail for sweet cash, babes,” those were regular words to me every morning and night before she leaves for the club.

It had become a ringtone stuck to my memory and I was damn tired of it.

I sighed. A sigh of relief as I stare at the mail.

“Tell me that's big news,” Kiki's voice came at me. “Oh, yes it is,” I answered immediately.

For a moment there, I almost wished my parents were still alive. I would have loved to see the look in their face if they could see the news I just received.

“We’ve got to drink to this. That company ain't no jokes. They are owned by the richest in the city…I'm talking big guns and power players…” Kiki wouldn't stop saying.

“No drinks, girl. I have to be sober for this. You wanna get me in trouble?” I answered.

“You don't have to worry. I know you got this,” she said with a smile. Even though I could admit she was always a bad influence, she still had some good in her and was always like the sister I never had…

The excitement was one of a kind. I was dressed in the best and presentable way. “No way am I fucking this up,” I said to myself with full confidence.

“So do you need me to follow you? I could help with morale,” Kiki jested but I ignored as I hurriedly left the house.

This was my first time going to the Gold Company. I had always heard about them on TV, read them on newspaper and sometimes hear Kiki magnify the company like it's the beast of the city. 

This time around, I happen to see the interiors and it was even more magnificent that I could possibly imagine.

My eyes darted around the office for as long as it could, admiring its beauty and furnishings.

I had applied for a junior level staff, “I really hope I get this cause oh my goodness….this firm looks so high class,” I marveled once again.

I was called to the interview room.

“Are you Miss Sofia Sullivan?” The man in the office asked with his hands stretched for a handshake.

“You are an early bird, I must commend. You send to be the one who has shown up 10 minutes to the interview and that's quite recommendable,” he spoke further.

I had my seat and a series of questions was asked…

Minutes later, I could feel the tension in my bones relaxing…”Ma'am…you would hear back from us shortly. Your interview session was a good one, I must commend. You really do know your worth,” Mr. Douglas, my interviewer, commented.

I smiled….”At least, I had high hopes for good news then…”

On my way out, there was this cologne that rented the entire room and it was a beautiful one. It was like a new atmosphere had set around the environs and we all are at its mercy.

Exchange of greetings filled the whole room. Everyone seems to be in their best composure.

I became tensed…”Looks like the CEO is here,” Mr. Douglas said.

“The CEO?” My voice in my head shook. “I better hurry out. I don't have to face another round of questions and answers. I just might not do so well again,” my voice in my head muttered as I stood up to take my leave.

“I think you should meet the CEO. Who knows? That just might increases your chances of being employed by the Gold board,” Mr. Douglas teased with raised shoulders.

He was somewhat right and I knew for a fact he was actually hinting me on getting noticed by the main face of the company.

His voice rented the whole air as he approached…

“You see, that's Mr. Steven Gold…the CEO of the Gold Company. He is one strong force to be reckoned with...not only is he the most intelligent man I have come across but his kindness and relationship with all of the staff is one of a kind….”

“Miss Sofia, you would enjoy working here. No one ever regret being a part of the Gold board so whatever opportunity you get, take it!” Mr. Douglas said and winked at me as he walked away.

“Ooh...” I sighed.

“Leave a good impression, babes…don't fuck this up,” I muttered as I adjusted my dress as I watched him approach the part of the building where I stood.

I could see Mr. Douglas talking to him and pointing towards my direction….

“Hello…Miss…?” He shook my hands, with his gaze strongly fixed like I was supposed to be startled by his presence.

I was on a full composure even though my hands were already vibrating only at the receipt of brute voice tone.

“Sofia, sir,” I answered with my knees slightly bowed.

He wouldn't stop looking like he knew me from somewhere.

“Mr. Gold??” a voice from behind called out his name.

He turned around and I set my eyes on a dragon tattoo neatly and boldly drawn around his neck.

“Wait, what???” 

I know this from somewhere.

“Oh my God!”

My eyes widened in surprise. It’s him.

Fuck! It's the dude from the club.

“The one I had sex with!!” The voice in my head sank.