From the moment Nancy entered the lift, Zack looked at her from head to toe. She nervously stood at the corner as the doors closed with just the two of them inside.
Nancy’s eyes locked on the display, counting the floors as they rose. This time she felt as if 21 floors were as high as the sky. Those were the longest minutes of her life.
Zack looked at Nancy in detail. She has learned her lesson. Although she wore the same dress as the day of the interview, she ditched the stilettos and chose to wear thick mid-heels instead. Her make up was uneven and there was a hint of sweat on her forehead.
“Ding”
The lift stopped on the 21st floor. Nancy who knows basic etiquette held the doors open for Zack. She knows the basic courtesy of giving way to her superior.
But Zack doesn’t seem to want to step out of the lift. Nancy asked, “Sir, aren’t you getting off?”
Zack signaled to her to look at the buttons. The 22nd button is still lit. “I’m going to the 22nd floor”.
Upon realizing this, Nancy hurried off the lift and said awkwardly, “I’m sorry to cause you any inconvenience. Thanks for allowing me onto your lift.” She thanked him with a slight forward lean and dipped her head politely.
The lift doors closed and took Zack to the 22nd floor.
Nancy raised her head and saw that the lift doors had closed. She sighed a breath of relief and composed herself. Good thing there wasn’t anyone else, she thought. I’ve 8 minutes to go, I’m not late. What luck!
Just as she turned around, she saw Hale Brown standing behind her. Nancy almost screamed. Blood drained from her face and she almost swore but she stopped herself. She remembered that Mandy told her that Hale and Zack were brothers. Furthermore, it was Hale who interviewed her. Surely, he is in a position that she can’t offend!
So, she swallowed her words and squeezed out softly, “Good morning.”
Hale saw her startled expression and decided to prank her.
“Morning? It’s our practice to come 10 minutes earlier for the morning brief. You just arrived and already missed the brief.”
“What? HR didn’t inform me of that.” Nancy felt her heart sink. She took great pains to take the lift reserved for executives and yet she missed the morning brief. Oh god, are you playing games with me?
In fact, it was Hale who was teasing her. At this moment, Hale laughed loudly. “I’m just kidding, don’t worry. Quick, go into the office!”
Nancy was in no mood for jokes. She glared at Hale in disbelief and if looks could kill, Hale would’ve been covered in a thousand bullet holes!
But he is her superior, so what can she do but forgive him?
Nancy who almost lost her composure, said, “You’re quite a joker, aren’t you? I’m thankful not to be late.”
Hale looked at her and thought to himself, so this is the type of girl my brother is head over heels for. She is unique for sure.
At this point, he just wanted to tease her once more. He couldn’t resist it. He grasped her hand and pulled her into the office. The co-workers have already arrived at this time. Everyone’s eyes were on them as he pulled Nancy in.
Nancy was in shock, why is he dragging her? She can’t help but wonder what the hell is going on.