Chapter 162 - Who's The CEO?

Many days have passed and my internship were going so well. It's not as hard as before now. It's been 3 weeks since Ms. Elaine caught Ms. Demi for mistreating me. She already apologized to me though, she's afraid of being fired that's why she decided to just swallow her pride.

I'm not really angry at her, I understand that she doesn't like me and she's strict. It's just that, for me it's not a proper deed of a good person.

Jacob was also doing fine, when he's late we're not going to eat together. Although, he's against it but he can't do anything about it. He's also waiting for me even though he always finished earlier than me.

I wanted him to just go home but he's too stubborn, I am too old for this.. I'm also used to going home late. It's not new to me.

I'm just glad that it didn't affect my part-time job and I still had two hours to rest before going out for my shift. It's kind of hard since I had to do my take home work and also do my job at the bookstore, but it's still fine. If I'm still working at the computer shop, I'm certain that Noah won't let me overdo it.

I bit my lower lip when I thought about him. It's been so long since the last time we saw each other at the beach. He never show up after that..

This is what I want, right? But why do I feel so sad about it? It's making me sick of it.

"You need to present that on an effective way. If you need to do what your instincts wants you, then go,"

I was currently preparing my presentation now. I was given a task to do an algorithm for our new project. They wanted me to take over it. I was really shocked when I heard the news, like why am I? I'm not the professional, why they're giving the trust on me?

It's such a huge pressure on my part since I haven't done it all my life. This is my first time and I might die in so much anxiousness right now!

"Can I really do this Ma'am?" I blow a breath, releasing some pressure inside of my body.

"Just relax, you can do it," She smiles a little and left the room.

I was left alone there and all I can do right now is to keep praying and memorize all the things that I need to discuss later. Oh god.

Jacob says that I can't cramming, because it will only caused me trouble but I just can't do it, oh my god.

"The board is ready, you may now proceed to the meeting room.."

The face paced of my heart beat has doubled as soon as the personel announced it inside this room while looking at my direction. She just nodded and left after that.

Fuck this.

I just silently prayed and got my things. I headed towards the meeting room and when I entered inside, the whole board were already seated with their respective chairs.

"Be calm, Ms. Scott. The CEO will be here in a few minutes so you have to be prepared," She reminded which made me brought back to my senses.

I immediately set up my laptop with the projector and assembled it so the image could flashed on the front wall.

When I'm done with the set up, I immediately turned the slide on the first page of my presentation. I was relieved and proud when the design seemed so satisfying. It's looks so neat and presentable.

"Good morning, ladies and gentleman! It will be my pleasure to discuss the following proposals and solutions for the improvements that we come up with our current project as one of the successful company of this generation." I breathe heavily and tries to smile and make an eye contact with everyone.

They all clapped their hands and wait for my corresponding report. Oh my god, this is it!

"Before I could begin, it's---"

"THE CEO ARE NOW HERE. PLEASE STAND UP AND GIVE RESPECT."

A woman entered the room which I think the CEO's secretary. She bows her head before opening the door. I also waited for the entrance of the highest person of this company and when he enters I feel like all of my anxiousness that I'm feeling has faded. Like my heart was totally out of my chest.

Oh my god!

"Please, give respect to Mr. Edward Evans, our CEO!" They announce which really deafening to my ears!

He's the CEO!

But how?

I just bit my lower lip when I remember how he just told me that he's working on a big company before and he never mentioned where that is.. I also didn't asked about it..

When he turn to his seat, he immediately fixed his expensive suit and nodded at everyone who bows their head right now. Ms. Elaine gave me a piercing look which made me bow my head also.

I still can't believed it! It's been how many years since we saw each other before! I was trying to contact him but he never respond any of my calls that's why I just decided to stop. Maybe he's really hurt after knowing about my relationship with Noah.

That's still fine, at least he really knows when to stop and not torturing his feelings..

"You may all seated," The authority of his voice filled the room.

Everyone went back to their seats as soon as he said it. He seemed like a powerful person, now that I'm seeing him. Although, his appearance changed he way better looking now than before. His body became more fit and he grew taller.

I feel so old now..

When he turned on the front, I'm expecting him to be surprised to see me here but he just smiles at me and gestured me to continue what I've started.

And my fucking mouth had parted for that, I don't really believed what I'm seeing right now. Fuck! I can't lose my senses in this state!

"Sorry for being late, you may continue.." He smiles again and gestured his hand.

The people gave him a weird look but it immediately faded when he turn to them. It suddenly gave me a sheer feeling inside. Gosh!

"Uhm.." I cleared my throat. "A-as what I'm saying awhile ago--should I start again, S-sir?"

My heart was racing so very fast damn it! I'm not prepared for this!

"You can continue what you have started, I already read your proposal.." He opened the folder and showed it to me.

"Oh. Then," I pointed at the wall and smiled.

"Our team has come up with a plan where we could add some algorithm for the improvements of emergency of mobile phones.." I turned the slide on the next page.

The picture of our future project showed on the screen and it's making me more nervous as Edward looked so attentive to what I'm saying. It makes me feel scared of failing.

"We adjusted the power consumption of the app so people can still used it on a long period of time.."

"And what are those improvements?" Mr. Evans asked with a curious expression. This is the first time that I saw him being so professional with his work.

I can't help but smile.

"Like installing some anti-radiation brightness on the screen of the phone for those who have a problem with their eyes. Although, everyone can used it but it still depends on people who can used it," I answered without stuttering.

Ms. Elaine last chair gave me thumbs up. Well, that boosts my confidence.

The whole board were already asking about it and I won't deny that it really gave me a hard it. But still, I'm happy that in the end our proposal has been approved by the board and ready for the screening.

Oh my god! Did I really made it?!

I covered my mouth as soon as the presentation ended. The whole board are happy and congratulating me for winning the proposal and I'm really flattered about it.

I almost shout in happiness but I'm just containing my emotions, they might take it back when I did it.

"Congratulations, Ms. Scott. You impressed everyone with your proposal. I'm hoping to have future project with you as you've successfully reached your dreams!" Mr. Evans offered his hand to me and I took it gladly. Oh my, this is bot a dream!

"Thank you, Sir! I'm hoping too.." I smiled.

"Can I meet you inside my office for a second?" He suddenly asked after shaking my hand.

I was a bit startled but I didn't made it too obvious, I just smiled and nodded. I told Ms. Elaine that I'll need to talk to the CEO first before going back and she immediately allow me.

I was too nervous as I chased him through his office. I never been in his office and this is gonna be my first time now.

Geez. What are we going to talk about?

"Come in," He said as soon as we stopped at the front door.

He gestured me to come inside and that's what I did. When I stepped inside he asked me sit and he also seated in his swivel chair.

He crossed his arms and looked at me for a second before raising his brow.

I swallowed hard for that..

"Are you here to seduce me again?"

With his question, I feel like my jaw has dropped on the floor. Thinking if he's joking or not.

Damn it!

To be continued..