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“Of course, captain. We will not let you down. We’ll take care of the vice president.”
She had to voice her assent as well. “We’ll do our job.”
“Good. It’s a trying time. Stay on guard and make sure the vice president is well-protected. He will be leaving after 10.00AM. You can then make your way there and get used to the place. I’ll text you the contents of your work and the vice president’s schedule later.
“Yes, sir.” Corinne and Shirley stood up straighter. Once the captain was gone, Shirley turned around. “Hi, I’m Imogen Young.”
Corinne smiled. “I’m Corinne Cleaver. Unlike you, my family got me this spot. I’m not hired.” Shirley paused for a moment. She could see the obvious look of superiority on Corinne’s face. Nonetheless, she kept a smile on her face. “I see. Let’s get along, then.”
“I’ll have to make something clear, Imogen. You might have to work a little harder. I’m not that good at housekeeping, so you’ll have to bear with me.”
Shirley kept smiling. “Then, you should’ve told the captain and have him switch someone else in.”
“No can do. Do you have any idea how important this chance is for me? Don’t do anything stupid, either. Otherwise, I can’t promise if you can pass your internship.” Corinne flung her hair back haughtily and left.
Shirley heaved a sigh. Why am I even here? So that b*tch can order me around? She didn’t mind Zacharias ordering her around because he was the vice president. However, she drew the line at Corinne. There was no way she was going to take this lying down. She was beyond annoyed because that b*tch not only dared to order her around, but the woman also threatened Imogen’s job.
If this was just Shirley’s mission, she could ask to be assigned away. Unfortunately, she was representing Imogen at the moment. Hence, she couldn’t afford to leave. She had to finish her internship carefully. She could already see how nightmarish her life would be because of this gig. Alas, she had no choice but to deal with it.
Regardless, she didn’t let this spoil her mood as she was then reminded of Cole. Soon enough, courage welled within her. During the three months of training, Cole was like a ball of strength that kept pushing her onward, motivating her growth. Whenever she ran into any hardship, she would be reminded of Cole’s words.
After Shirley came back to the dorm, the captain texted her everything she had to do. As expected, they were all housekeeping tasks. She could feel the pressure and dismay piling on her shoulders. She didn’t know how to housekeep at all.
Then, she promptly received Zacharias’ a week’s worth of schedule and itinerary. She was surprised to find out he had a set schedule for himself even at home after skimming through it. He takes care of a lot of stuff every day. His hours at home were either spent working or going through files in the study. Even his rest hours were compressed to six hours every day.
He’s a super pro. Shirley was impressed by his dedication. Corinne then came to her. The ridiculous woman had divided all the chores between them. Everything related to serving Zacharias was taken up by her, while everything unrelated to Zacharias was unceremoniously tossed to Shirley.
For example, Corinne would be making tea and drinks for Zacharias as well as cleaning his room and the study. Shirley would be cleaning everywhere else but the places Corinne took up. She would also have to do the dishes and laundry.
“I have taken up courses regarding cooking and nutrition. So, I will be cooking for him as well. Only cooking. You’ll be cleaning up after me,” said Corinne.
Shirley was miffed. Nevertheless, she feigned a placid smile as she replied, “Fine by me.”
“And one more thing. Just because you’re working in the vice president’s house and seeing him all the time doesn’t mean he’ll like you. Give it up. That will not happen,” said Corinne sternly.
That’s something you should say to yourself, Shirley thought. I don’t have any ideas about him. “Don’t worry. I have someone I like. I won’t get any ideas about the vice president,” said Shirley coolly.
Corinne chortled. “You’d better be. Also, don’t you poke your nose into my business.”
Shirley nodded. “I can do that.”
Before Corinne took her leave, she gazed at Shirley for a while. Then, she turned around and departed.
Shirley felt a little nervous after getting stared at. Did she find me out? She picked up her laptop and looked into Corinne’s background. Once she was done checking her background, Shirley understood why Corinne was such a diva.
Powerful. Her family’s powerful enough for her to put on this diva act even in a place like this. Shirley put the laptop down and let out a weary sigh. I’ll be walking on thin ice after this, then. I have to do my best and finish my internship.
The moment the clock struck 10.00AM, Shirley and Corinne went into Zacharias’ abode. It was an old house that was refurbished. The place looked like a fusion of modernity and the old times. The retro walls and murals glittered like stars under the illumination of the crystal lights.
“We should clean the place before he comes back. I’ll do his bedroom and the study while you do everywhere else,” Corinne said imperiously. Shirley nodded. “Sure. Let’s begin, then.”
Corinne went upstairs. Shirley found the tool shed in the backyard and took the cleaning tools out. Then, she came to the lounge and looked at the house around her. There was resignation in her heart. Still, her captain was right. Zacharias’ taking over as vice president was controversial, and it exposed danger to him. Protection and security were imperative for him.
Every single person assigned to him had to be on full alert. No one could bear the consequences should anything happen to him.
So, she forcefully cheered herself up and started cleaning. Since she had enough stamina, cleaning wasn’t hard work for her. She started from the top floor and worked her way down. When she went past the master bedroom, she could hear Corinne cleaning up inside.
Shirley cleaned meticulously for an hour. Soon, she was already on the second floor. She sat before the banister and cleaned a wooden sculpture. Unfortunately for her, it was small and smooth. So, when she wiped it just a little bit harder, the sculpture flew out of her hand. It was then that the front door swung open, and in came a tall, regal figure. The sculpture promptly hit his head.
Shirley was shocked, and her heart sank. She ran down the stairs and quickly approached the man. She blurted in worry, “Are you alright, Mr. Flintstone?
Zacharias had a flinty look on his face. His eyes were as cold as ice, and he was staring at Shirley in frustration. “Who are you?” Zacharias frowned. The look in his eyes was imposing.
Shirley hung her head low. “I’m sorry. I’m your new servant.”.
She’d only been so submissive to one person all her life. Not even her great-uncle, the president himself, could make her bow.
“I think you’re more like an assassin.” Zacharias harrumphed in displeasure.
Shirley quickly picked up the item. “Mr. Flintstone, do you think this thing can kill you? I don’t mind apologizing, but I won’t accept slander.” It was just a little sculpture, and she only lost grip because it was too small. And he says I’m trying to assassinate him? I have to prove I am not.
Zacharias didn’t expect a little servant to be so bold as to argue with him. They might not be the feudal era anymore, but he was still surprised by her retort.
Corinne, who heard the commotion, quickly came down and approached Zacharias. “Welcome home, Mr. Flintstone. You’re probably tired. I’ll make you tea.”
Zacharias looked at Corinne coolly, then stared at Shirley. “You make the tea.”
“Sir, we have divided our work. I’m the one taking up the job of making tea,” argued Corinne. Zacharias shot her a look. “I’m the one dividing the work in my abode.”
Corinne winced and nodded in acceptance. “Of course, sir.”
Shirley hung her head low, but she felt a sharp stare piercing her for a few seconds. He shook his coat off and tossed it at Shirley. She deftly took it, and he rolled his sleeves up. Then, he said, “Take the tea to my study.”
Once he had gone upstairs, Corinne glared at Shirley. She whispered hotly, “I’ve warned you not to take my job.”
Shirley really wanted to swear that she was not guilty right then and there. She didn’t want to do any extra work either! Instead, she smoothed out his coat and hung it on the hanger. Finally, she reluctantly went to the kitchen to make Zacharias tea.
Zacharias’ preferences were included in the file their captain sent them. The kind of tea he liked, how many times the leaves had to be washed, and how heavy or light he wanted his tea. Shirley finished making tea and took it upstairs. She saw Corinne standing downstairs, staring at her enviously.
Shirley wondered what was there to be envied. It’s just serving him tea. There’s nothing to envy. Just a few moments ago, her guess that he was hard to get along with was confirmed. It felt like she was in the company of a beast.
She went into the study and saw Zacharias seated on the settee before the floor-to-roof window. He was scrolling through an iPad. She quietly approached him and placed the tea on the desk. Then, she asked, “Mr. Flintstone, does it hurt? Should I put some oil on it?”
Zacharias didn’t look up. His eyelashes were shining under the sun, covering his eyes. His features were handsome. He would always come out looking dashing, thanks to his good looks, no matter how the reporters took his pictures.
“No,” he said coolly, She nodded and was about to leave. “Who came into my study just now?” he demanded. That shocked her. Wait, why? Did he lose a file or something? I can’t sell Corinne out. First, I have to settle the matter. “Did you lose anything, sir?”
He finally raised his head, but his eyes were like two little abysses, hiding his thoughts behind a black hole. “Do not touch anything in this room. Just dust things off,” he said in frustration. He obviously did not like anyone touching his stuff.
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