Forbidden

Chapter 10

"She's dead.... He's dead. Actually, they both are dead, I'm going to murder them and make it look like an accident or something, I'll figure that out but they're definitely dead.", after about hours of Ed's rants about his plans on killing Daniel and Emily, it finally comes to an end but his legs pacing around the room, which might have measured up to miles now didn't stop.

"Ed, will you please do me the favour of calming down and having your meal? You didn't even have your lunch.", I point to the untouched vapouring bowl of spaghetti on the centre table. I've pleaded him to at least taste his favourite dish I made for him cause I know he won't resist after having the first bite.

I didn't stay, obviously. Even when I knew Rachel owes me tons of explanation about this mess I've been hiding from her for the whole time. I left few tears, memories and a resignation letter in my cabin before leaving.

"Eat? How can I eat when my sister's being hurt repeatedly by the same asshole and now she's got fired from a highly paid job?", he rams his hand through his perfectly combed black hair frustratingly.

"I'm totally fine, Ed I guess I'm getting used to this and trust me, Daniel had no choice and neither did I. Please don't blame this on him. And don't worry about the job, I'll find another one.", I assure him taking the last bite from my bowl. "Now please, calm down, switch your serial killer mode off and have dinner."

He leaves a deep sigh and shakes his head before sitting beside me on the couch. I take a spoonful from his bowl and feed him like I used to in our childhood whenever he would get upset. There's nothing more hurting than seeing my big brother sad because of me. He's always been there for me, covered up my mistakes, cared for me and protected me like a protective father does for his baby daughter. He's never let me feel my father's absence. I wish every girl on this planet had a brother like him.

He finally flashes his enticing smile and wraps his arm around me kissing my temple. "You deserve so much more than this." I feed him another bite.

"How's mom? Can I meet her tomorrow?"

"Yeah, she's almost recovering. Cancer's a real pain in the ass. Dad's death really took a huge toll on her." I choke back the tears that would pour out any second. I can't believe she was diagnosed when she used to have had a healthy lifestyle.

"Will it be too long until she's discharged?"

"Yeah, I guess. Don't worry, I'm with her 24/7." I have to get a job for mom and Ed. That's the least I can do for them right now and I can't let them down.

All night long, I would twist and turn on my bed cause my mind couldn't get off of Daniel and Emily. The images from his office, her pointing that gun at him and her threats constantly flashed before me. What have you gotten yourself in Daniel?!

I can't believe when I was having the slightest amount of trust in Daniel, I would face such drastic turn of events which made my world turn upside down. Now I'm completely aware that he's never going to be mine again, not that I ever tried for it but I also realise that I still care. I still care for his safety and happiness even if we can never be together and that he's with someone else.

Even if I won't work in the Roosevelt Inc anymore, my mind would still linger in there, worrying about him.

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"Where the heck did I forget my file?" I murmur frustratingly to myself. I've searched every inch of the whole house and my room yet I got no trace of my personal file. It contains all my documents and resumes which are necessary for a job interview. Think, Lorraine think, or you'll have to do laundry at home for the rest of your life!

Like tons of bricks falling on my idiotic head, I realise that I had left the file in my drawer at the office. Great! I should be awarded a medal of irresponsibility. I'll have to go there again. But what if Emily sees me? Shit! I can't do this.

Maybe, I can tell Rachel to fetch the file for me. No, it would mean almost a day with her trying to explain my resignation and my previous relationship with our boss. I look at the time which was 8:45. There's still fifteen minutes for the employees to enter the office. It's just a file, get in, take it, and get out!

I leave a deep breath before taking the keys to my car and heading to hell.

I enter the office to be greeted by the security guard and complete silence. Even Rachel hasn't arrived, thank god for her consistent lateness. I quickly make my way to the elevator and to my cabin. The entire floor was empty and the door to Daniel's cabin was closed. I take a peak through his door to find no one in there which send relief through me.

Relaxing myself, I walk into my cabin and search through the drawers to find my black file. A smile tugs at my lips at the sight of it laying inside the drawer just the way I had left it. As soon as I take it out, I hear the door swing open making me freeze on my place. My eyes widen and I slowly turn to meet his happy blue eyes.

"You're early too.", he says smiling and closes the door before walking up to me.

"And why are you here at this time?" I smile at him putting the file on the table.

"Well, I always come at this time if you didn't know. I'm kind of a morning person.", he says looking at me up and down before frowning. "Why are you wearing jeans? Isn't that too casual for a secretary?" He doesn't go without noticing everything about me.

"Um.... Actually, I didn't come here for work. I... I've resigned.", I stutter out. His eyes widen and he steps closer to me.

"Why? What happened? Why didn't you tell me? Is there any problem? Are you..."

"Caleb, relax." I place my hands on his shoulders. "There's no problem, just some personal issues." I look down putting a strand of my hair behind my ear. I hear him leave a deep sigh.

"So you're not going to work anymore?" I could see a hint of sadness in his eyes. I've always felt he was so genuine in everything he says or does.

"No. I'll find another job after some time, don't worry." I smile assuring which he returns with a weak one.

"So you're going to be away from me and I can't see you everyday?"

I chuckle and shake my head. "You can see me whenever you want."

"Really?"

"Yeah."

"Did you submit your resignation?"

"Yeah. I'm no more an employee of this company."

"If you're offered a good job right now, will you accept it?"

"Of course. But as I told you I'm gonna need some time before that."

"Okay, then. Lorraine Davis, you're hired as my personal secretary.", he states with a grin. My eyebrows instantly furrow and as I was about to speak, he places a finger on my lips. "You're welcome."

"But Caleb, listen..."

"No buts. And you can join whenever you want, I'll wait for you but you're officially my secretary now.", his grin widens making me smile as well.

"You've got to be kidding me. How can you just hire me right after I resigned?"

"I just did, and I don't want you to leave this company. Take as much time as you want with your issues and come back here. I'll even help you if you want. What do you think?", he takes my hand in his sending tingles through my body.

How could I neglect such charm?!