Entangled

Chapter-49

Ariana

I was extremely excited to visit France, may it be only for work purposes. It was noon and I was going through the documents. I compiled and arranged the documents systematically. The documents had details of a manufacturing project including the original map of the manufacturing unit that was to be built if they acquire the land. I checked the documents multiple times in order not to miss anything. I printed out all the papers which I had edited at the last moment and after giving them last look I placed them in a folder. I didn't seal the folder as I wanted Sean to give them a look as Xavier wasn't here. He had gone to attend a meeting, he said he'd meet me directly at home. I also checked the PowerPoint presentation that Lauren forwarded me which Sean and Xavier needed to present in the meeting.

I headed towards the cafeteria where Lauren and Mrs. Miller were waiting for me for lunch. I was walking towards the entrance of the cafeteria when the door opened and Kevin walked out.

"Hey, Ariana." He waved his hand.

"Hi, Kevin." I smiled.

"How are you, Kevin?" I asked.

"Heartbroken." He exclaimed.

"Kevin?" I looked at him in disbelief.

"Ariana, I'm just kidding. I'm perfectly fine. I was just teasing you." He laughed.

"Don't do that again. And where are you going? You're not gonna have lunch?" I asked.

"Got some work to do so, I can't right now. I just informed Lauren and Mrs. Miller. They're waiting for you inside." He replied.

"Umm..okay, so, see you later," I said. Saying goodbye, he walked away and I entered the cafeteria.

"You're so damn lucky," Lauren said, looking at me while we were eating lunch.

"You know you're the first P.A who is going on a business trip with Mr. Knight. What's special with you? Even my boss is not bringing me with him." She said, wiggling her eyebrows.

"I d.. don't know. It's his decision and I can't just say no to him, he's my boss." I felt the heat rising my face.

"Yes, we all know he's your boss." She emphasized the word— your.

"Oh come on, Lauren, don't tease her. See, her face has turned into a shade of pink." Mrs. Miller said and Lauren laughed. I mentally face palmed myself for being so transparent.

"When will you leave for France, Ariana?" Mrs. Miller asked.

"Tonight. But I'll leave from here early just after showing documents to Mr. Peterson and will take those documents with me. I still have to do packing" I replied.

"Looks like someone is excited to spend time with Mr. Knight." This statement from a female voice came from behind. I recognized the voice without turning back since she had the habit of talking behind my back.

"What's with you, Katherine? Mr. Knight chose her to spent his time with. If you have any problem then talk directly to Mr. Knight." Lauren snapped. I didn't look back.

"The fact is she's not worth spending time with Mr. Knight." It was Diana.

"Look who's talking about worth. Do you think you're worthy? But last I remember... Mr. Knight threatened to fire you two." Lauren countered back. I and Mrs. Miller tried to stop her but she didn't listen.

"Oh, we took our revenge on the person who was responsible for that," Bianca replied. Yeah, they sprained my ankle.

"And are you her lawyer that you're speaking on her behalf? Doesn't she have a mouth to speak?" Katherine snapped at Lauren.