Tempting the Billionaire and His Heir

Chapter 34 (1009)

ALEXA’S POV

After packing the lunch in a small container, I carefully put it inside an insulated bag. My heart skipped a bit as I reread the message he sent, “Make me some lucn for the two of us. See you later.”

I felt a wave of heat rush on my cheeks as I thought of his voice saying those words. Shaling my head to focus, I zip up the bag and went outside when the driver was waiting for me. As I got into the backseat with my food, a few drops of perspiration started trailing down my brow and neck, which made me shiver in disgust. My hands shook and my stomach felt queasy. Even though they were covered with gloves, I wiped them off on my pants and then rubbed the sweat away with my shirt.

I looked over at the driver, who was looking straight forward, pretending to not notice me wiping sweat off my face. My heart sped up even more as fear took hold of me. The thought of having to talk to him after our argument made my heart race faster. What if he hated me or tried to kick me out because of what had happened last night? He must think I’m pathetic, I’m sure of that now. He can’t possibly still want to be Nolan’s nanny.

My mind began to wander as my thoughts turned inward, trying to figure out all of the possible reasons why he would say such a thing. A few possibilities were running through my mind like the gears in a broken clock. Maybe he found out about the relationship between me and Cody all along and wanted to know how much of a thief I really am. And he thinks he is going to get me cuffed at his company beforr I could even have the chance to run.

The last one crossed my mind more than the others. I’d never been afraid for my life than today. As the car stops at the front of the company, I take a gulp and took up the courage to think positively.

“Miss Alexa, please do not worry… I can tell Mr. Brown is taking a liking of you,” The driver spoke before I could step out.

“Thank you,” And with that I was out and walking towards inside.

I was walking toward the main desk. The receptionist was giving her signature smile as she waved me in. She was a petite girl who looked like she didn’t know any better. Her long hair was braided and she wore a white blouse with brown pants tucked in. I could smell the faint scent of perfume lingering on her skin. The secretary motioned me to sit down and waited until she heard the door close behind me.

“Good morning, Miss Alexa! How are you doing today?” she chirped.

I smiled warmly but said nothing.

“Is this the bag that you packed for lunch?” She pointed to the bag. My eyes widened as she pulled open the plastic zipper and saw the contents. It didn’t appear like it belonged in there, but then again I shouldn’t have assumed it did, seeing as he didn’t send me any money and everything.

“It’s the one Mr. Brown has requested,” I mumbled under my breath. I couldn’t believe my luck that the secretary hadn’t noticed my awkward silence. Then again, most people wouldn’t have cared to ask either, knowing full well that they weren’t going to get an answer. She just smiled politely and closed the zipper once again.

“Well, let’s see what you bought today…” She leaned forward and started pulling the contents from the bag.

“Riley, that’s enough.” I jumped on to my feet as I gaze met with Mr. Brown at the hall next to the front desk.

“I’ll be taking my lunch break elsewhere,” As he says those words, the woman infront of me quickly took care of the bag properly.

“I’m sorry, sir” The woman kept her head low beforeI left with Mr. Brown.

His expression was neutral as he walked ahead of me without even sparing me a glance. I quickly grabbed the food and fell in line next to him, wanting to keep up my appearance of being polite and respectful. Afterall, he’s my boss and it wasn’t right that he should look down upon me for something I hadn’t even done yet.

“How are you feeling, Alexa?” He asked softly.

My face reddened in embarrassment as I hung my head in shame and looked downward.

“You need to remember to take care of yourself. If it weren’t for Nolan catching you last night, you would habe hit your head by the corner.” Mr. Brown walked ahead inside the elevator where I stood beside him alone.

My legs suddenly became numb as the weight of regret came jogging back to me, despite what had happened last night he persists on keeping me.

The phone rang, making me jump in surprise. A part of me hoped it would be Nolan, asking me to help him clean up the mess he’d made in the house. When the voice came on, I could barely recognize it as mine. I didn’t want to accept this call, not when I just spent most of yesterday thinking about how he might feel after telling me to leave. If Nolan is calling to apologize for his behavior, I don’t plan on talking to him right now.

“Who is that?” Mr. Brown asks.

“It’s Nolan-”

“Leave him be, let him figure out his emotions while he is out with his girlfriend.” He says blatantly as we walk out of the elevator and into the hall that lead to his office.

As we enter his office, I look around his office in amazement. I smiled at the scene of the city by the floor length windows ahead.

“Sir, where do I leave your meal?” I stammered as I see him walk to his bookcase, putting back a few files on hand.ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

“Alexa, I have a request to ask of you,”