While waiting for the cup of coffee I was getting impatient, to the point I was nagging at Elvis if he actually did deliver the message or not. He said he did

"Then what's taking her forever to come in here?" I was about to lose it when I heard a knock on the door, then I comported myself, took a deep breath. After which I told her to come in and then dismissed the guards as well as Elvis.

They were all astonished at the fact that I had them dismissed while a stranger was in there, but they had no choice but to comply, it was an order after all.

When they left I gave out my cold and domineering aura but she wasn't at all affected by it. She just stood there with the tray of coffee, I was somewhat glad. So I decided to break the silence by telling her to come closer and hand over the cup of coffee herself, that was when I saw she was holding a tray filled with three cups of coffee.

So I was kinda perplexed at the view before me, she must have noticed how confused I was. That she spoke,

"You sent a receptionist to make a cup of coffee which isn't appropriate, I've left my post empty for too long, will you be responsible if I lost my job?"

She then took a deep breath and then smiled showing off a dimple and placed the tray of coffee on the desk and then said, "I don't know the flavour which you would prefer, so here are three varieties you can make your choice"

She turned to leave when Eric stopped her by holding her wrist. Her skin was so soft but then he had to let go. Eric then said

"Come sit and drink a cup with me" Evelyn declined politely by saying

"I am sorry I can't do that, its unprofessional, I have left my post for far too long sire"

Eric became agitated

'Doesn't she know who I am? Who is she to decline an opportunity to spend some minutes with me?'

Evelyn then bowed and was about to get to the door, then Eric pressed a button and the door was locked this gesture made it impossible for her to go out.

When she figured the door was locked Evelyn then turned around and walked majestically back and sat down opposite Eric, took a cup of coffee and started drinking, It was an unexpected move so this made Eric even more amazed.

Then she looked at him and said,

"You wanted a coffee partner isn't it? Well get on with it, so I can get back to work"

Eric then nodded

Evelyn's POV

When I came upstairs to his suite, I was somewhat happy that my plans of getting close to him has finally began, I decided not to let my happiness show. So I chose to act pissed.

So I knocked on the door, a bold but nice and pleasant voice said "come in," immediately I came in he dismissed his guards, since we were alone thoughts of killing him flooded my mind. But then I had to put them off. It wasn't time for that yet, I told my self and stood there until he told me to come closer and when I did, he was surprised there were three cups of coffee on the tray. I then started to act mad so I said,

"You sent a receptionist to make you a cup of coffee which wasn't appropriate, I've left my post empty for too long will you be responsible if I lost my job" After which I smiled and told him "I don't know the flavour which you would prefer so here are three Varieties you can make your choice"

I turned to leave but what happened next took me unawares and the worst part was it made my heart beat fast right there in my chest, I have never felt that way before. But how could I feel this way just because someone held onto my wrist? He immediately let go of my wrist and invited me to sit and take coffee with him. So I then rejected the offer as politely as I could and made my way towards the door only for me to find out it was locked, I was kind of confused after which I walked back to where he was, sat down took a cup of coffee and started drinking, he was a little bit perplexed at my sudden move. So I spoke up saying

"You wanted a coffee partner isn't it? Well let's get on with it, so I can get back to work"

he only nodded

'He must be really affected by my presence which was good for my plans. This is so cool'

While drinking the coffee in silence, Eric decided to ask her for her name. She then smiled and said

"I am Evelyn, but my friends call me Eve. What about you, what's yours sir?"

Eric was kind of impressed by her boldness so he took a sip of coffee and then replied

"Eric"

"Hm...sir Eric thanks for the coffee but I really have to go now, wouldn't want to lose my job, I love it here" Evelyn said

"Okay I had a great time Eve, thanks for the company"

"Well I didn't have much of a choice, but it was worth it sir Eric"

So she stood up to leave and bowed slightly, he then said to her.

"Its Eric"

Evelyn's facial expression displayed uncertainty so he said again. "To you, its just Eric no need for formalities please"

So she smiled and said,

"Do have a great day today Eric" with that she left to her post to continue with her duties.

Eric stayed back for a while and kept recalling the good moment he just had with her, her lovely voice which he felt was like that of an Angel. He loved her composure and the way she behaved for a second there he felt she acted like some rich snub because of the way she spoke and behaved even though she was from the low class.

Yes Eric, was more of a devil incarnate than he realizes but that moment he thought he found his Angel. Getting up he walked towards the door to leave, his guards escorted him out and then he saw her beautiful face again.

"Eve" he muttered out subconsciously.

Eve noticed his presence and bowed slightly to him he just kept staring at her. Eve loved the way he is affected by her presence. So she then smiled at him. What happened next was quite surprising, he actually smiled back at her then walked towards the elevator.

The cold and arrogant Eric smiled at a girl? That took the guards by surprise yet again. He entered into the elevator and his guards went in with him, he was just grinning nonstop all through the ride back to his company. Even when he alighted down from the car all through the way into his office he just wouldn't stop. That even his employees were astonished by this new behavior he was exhibiting.

"Hello mum am coming home tonight I want a home cooked meal, you know very much my favourites and please make some braised chicken. I miss your cookings, love you mom see you tonight" Ethan said to his mother over the phone.

Ethan Jones, is Mrs Betty's son and Eric's best and only childhood friend. They've been friends since they can remember. Ethan traveled to London to get a degree in law, he spent years to study vigorously and came out the best in Cambridge university. Now it's time to come back home, ever since his dad died his mum became the breadwinner. So she became a Nanny for the Aragons, though he never liked the fact that she is working as a nanny. But the Aragon's have always treated them like family and they sponsored his education to study in one of the best universities in London, he longed to be back home to see his mom and little sister Ella who is now in high school and also to be able to support his family from a close range.

He couldn't wait to see his grumpy friend and to tease him for being a loner and also to make fun of him for being single for all these years. All these thoughts excited him, as he made plans for his flight to Ohio.

Mrs BETTY POV

While I was busy making breakfast for Ella, before I head out to the next street to the Aragons home, A call came in and I picked up, it was Ethan my son. He told me he would be coming home tonight I can't wait to see him. He must have grown so much, Ethan reminds me of his father, I miss that man so much, but whenever I see Ethan I am grateful and comforted. It been years since he left, my joy knows no bound, knowing I'll be seeing him tonight.

After making breakfast for Ella while she got ready for school, Betty headed to the next street to make breakfast for Eric. When she arrived at the villa she made way to the kitchen as usual and began boiling water. While she was doing this, Eric came downstairs to take water and was surprised to see Mrs Betty. So he called out to her

"Betty, what are you doing here so early? What about Ella has she been fed? Its quite early I won't be leaving for work in the next two hours"

"Eric if you were used to waking up at first light and aren't such a deep sleeper, you would've known that I always come here early so you can eat your breakfast on time for work"

"Fine Betty thank you, you are always the best and you know I can't do without your cooking"

With that said Eric went back up to his room to get ready for work.

After entering his room he took his bath and wore his outfit for the day, he took longer than usual to get ready because he wanted to look good for someone, I believe you already know whom that is. After what seemed like forever, he eventually came down for breakfast putting on a white suit and black trousers with matching shoes.

Miss Betty teased him a lot and he was just blushing all over.

Seeing him like that Betty had to, so she said

"Whoa! Hon, you look like you are going out for a date rather than to work. Cause you look quite different and more handsome sweetie"

Eric couldn't say much he was just smiling sheepishly at her words. After eating breakfast he hugged Mrs Betty and whispered into her ears

"I am going to make my move today wish me luck"

"Good luck Honeybunch bring her home" Betty replied smiling at the fact that Eric has really grown up.

Then he left and entered his car, while on his way his phone beeped and he saw a message from Ethan saying that he will be showing up tonight. The text further lightened his mood, he was going to surprise Ethan that he has someone he liked. He couldn't wait to show her off to him while hoping and wishing she accepts him even as a friend.

EVELYN'S POV

It was a surprise that Lee offered to take me to work today, I am only used to him taking me home cause its late but yesterday he called me to let me know he will be accompanying me today. So I got up made breakfast for two and he joined me and we both ate before he took me to work, at least I won't have to transport today, then he dropped me off saying he will come take me home later and then left. I quickly went upstairs to my duty post and began with my Job.

That was how she (Evelyn) welcomed guests smiling all through till it was noon, when she decided to take a break and drink coffee.

While she was busy drinking coffee, he came and gave her a rose, it was surprising but she just had to play along. Then he said,

"I would like us to go somewhere quiet tonight, would you be willing to go somewhere with me?" Eric gently asked. Evelyn on the other hand was taken aback by the sudden invitation, so she was quiet I guess she was trying to process everything he just said. They stared at each other for five minutes in silence. He then called out to her softly and said in a more subtle way,

"Evelyn would you like to go somewhere with me tonight please"

Evelyn stuttered and said "I would... um... be through with work by 9:30 pm and it would be too late to go out since I would need to get up early tomorrow morning" She tried to reject the offer as mildly as she could because this invitation took her by surprise.

But Eric wasn't going to give up that easily so he further said

"No worries, I have spoken to your boss you'll take the rest of the day off. So will you?"

She had no choice but to agree to it, somehow she was delighted.

The guards were dumbfounded at this, they just couldn't believe they heard him say "please." They just stood there dumbfounded.

While Eric went into his suite to relax a little bit, Eve took her bag and the rose and inhaled it. She then decided to say thanks to him for the day off. She dropped her bag and headed to his room, and knocked on the door and the guards opened the door for her then she went in. Eric was surprised to see her, she sat down and thanked him once more for the rose and for the rest of the day off. After which she stood up to leave and Eric couldn't let her go like that, so he insisted to take her home. She declined and said she has to go get ready for tonight's outing with him. Hearing this he didn't pursue the issue cause he doesn't want to scare her off. So he just nodded and said,

"Evelyn, do take care" She smiled and felt some warmth inside so she went out to her desk, took her bag and rose then headed home.

ERIC'S POV

While I gave her the rose earlier our hands slightly touched I felt a slight sensation of longing for her, then I told her I would like to take her somewhere quiet tonight and if she would be willing to go with me, she was surprised since it was sudden, she was trying to decline the invitation but I wasn't going to let that happen. I can't let this opportunity slip away. So when I added please and told her she could take the day off, she agreed. At that moment she said yes, my happiness knew no bound. So I went into the suite jumping for Joy that she accepted my invitation. I am very sure the guards are looking at me but that's the least of my problems. After I sat down and was about daydreaming, she knocked on the door and came in, I was surprised to see her, I thought she was here to cancel the plans instead she was here to thank me for the day off and told me she wants to go home and prepare for the outing tonight. I was so excited that I offered to take her home but she declined the offer. So rather than continue insisting and thus push her further away or scare her off, I only nodded and told her to stay safe, she then smiled. She doesn't know what her smile does to me, I love it when she does that, and there is something about that smile of hers that makes my heart beat fast.

Evelyn got home then took a nap, heaven knows she needed that rest. She was grateful to be having the rest of the day off. She dozed off and woke up by 2:00 PM and then decided to text Lee saying she was at home already, so no need to come pick her up.

Then she went into the bathroom took her bath very elated that her plans to befriend Eric is already in place, and it's first stage was kicking off tonight.

She still couldn't believe the fact that tonight she will be going out with the almighty Eric Aragon. She was so excited that she played music while dancing in the bathroom, she spent over an hour in there. She finally came out and decided to look her best, she had acted like she wasn't interested in being close to him but now she has to put in an effort. She opened her closet and began searching for what to wear, when she looked into her closest she found out that most of her clothes were either for the gym or work.

So she looked round and decided to wear what she could find in her party bag. After the long search, she finally saw a white jumpsuit quite appealing, the jumpsuit was an off shoulder one. So she ironed it and sprayed it, by the time she was done arranging the dress the time was few minutes past five. So she started applying her make-up on her face, She may be living in the slums but when it comes to looking good, she is way better than an elite person. She then dressed up and then her face lit up. She wore her dress by the time she was ready, it was 7:30PM. So she headed to their scheduled meeting place, just as she was few steps away from there. A car pulled up by her side, it was Eric's driver. She was quite surprised but she entered into the car and they drove straight to the scheduled place. As they got there, a beautiful sight appeared before her eyes then they drove in, and there he was.

ERIC'S POV

I couldn't wait for tonight, after I left the suite I went straight home. Thank goodness Betty wasn't home because she will so tease me, so I went straight to my closet and began looking for something intriguing to wear after minutes of searching through. I ended up choosing a turtle neck long sleeve and a black jacket, cause it would be very cold today and I then found matching shoes.

I looked at the mirror and while doing that I imagined being smiled at by her. Gosh I wish I get to see that smile everyday.

After hours of day dreaming he then walked into the bathroom and cleaned up, permed his hair backwards and he looked even more ravishing, yes and he knew this.

I bet you could say he was showing off but he is quite handsome, he knows that deep down. He then called on Cole to go pick her up from the meeting place which was few buildings away from her work place.

Its not that he doesn't know where she lives, but he doesn't want to be perceived as a stalker nor scare her off like that. So he needed to be smart cause he couldn't lose her. After the phone call he hung up and then began dressing up after which he left for his date.

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It was a beautiful and well decorated sight and it was close to a body of water. The place is really a beautiful sight to behold, Eric was already seated waiting desperately to see her, while waiting he received a text from Ethan that he was at the airport.

This made Eric so excited, but he couldn't possibly go pick him up cause he has his hand full at the moment. His mind was elsewhere, so he replied and told him that his driver will come pick him up. Immediately he was through texting, a car pulled up a mile away and he was already feeling nervous. Since his back was turned to them, no one would suspect it. So he took a deep breath and turned. What he saw made him gasp for breath.

'She is truly an angel, I mean my guardian angel.' Eric thought.

Evelyn's POV

When the car pulled up, I could see a faint light a mile away seems I will have to walk there, its a good thing am used to high heels. So I alighted from the car and began walking as slowly as I can, I needed to show I have a wealthy blood in me. So I saw him from afar he couldn't take his eyes off me and seeing him standing there all looking handsome, I couldn't help but have a slight feeling of ownership. 'What am I thinking of again this time?'

While battling with my feelings and inner thoughts, Eric walked up to me and what he said made my heart stop for a moment right there.

"Evelyn Morse you look gorgeous"

While saying that he held my hands and led me to a table filled with candles, it is more like a romantic view, the rose petals on the table and the chairs decorated with flowers you would think it was a wedding anniversary occasion or a proposal site. He finally let go off my hand and pulled out a chair for me which I sat and then he poured me a glass of wine, then he sat down staring at me.

While they were busy staring at each other, a waiter arrived and served them food. So Eric beckoned her to eat and since she was starving no hesitations.

So while eating, Evelyn decided to speak up.

"Eric this is a beautiful scenery, I love the view it's lovely"

Eric was loss of words cause her beauty surely made him tongue tied. So he just nodded and said,

"I am glad you like it"

So they ate silently, and after eating they decided to get acquainted with each other.

"So Evelyn Morse, tell me what you think of me"

"Well you sure look like a gentleman and the way you pulled out the chair for me earlier confirmed it"

So they both laughed and talked all through the night.

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Meanwhile 2 hours drive away, Ethan Jones was fuming with rage. He had been at the airport for over an hour, yet not a car in sight. So he boarded a taxi and went straight home, immediately he got home he could perceive that aroma of chicken, his anger suddenly turned to happiness. It's been a long time he perceived that particular aroma. He immediately walked towards the house, luckily for him the door wasn't locked. He then saw his mom and Ella busy in the kitchen and tears of happiness welled up in his eyes.

He loudly called out

"Mom, little sis I am home"

Hearing his voice, Ella yelled

"Mom, its Ethan"

So Betty and Ella dropped the utensils they were holding and ran to him as fast as their legs could, they group hugged and held onto each other neither wanting to let go.

So Eric said amidst tears "I have missed you both so much"

Betty was the most happiest, she hugged him so tight that he could hardly breath, but no complains from him. He actually missed his family, now he is back to fill the void his dad left. After disengaging from each others arms, Betty went back into the kitchen to continue with dinner, it was a welcome party for her son after all. So she had to make a sumptuous meal.

Ella took her brother by the hand and they went to her room, Ethan couldn't believe how much his little sister has grown into a cute lady. He just kept looking at her, they talked a lot until Betty called out that dinner was ready. Ethan and Ella both raced down, Ethan couldn't wait to indulge himself into his mom's cookings. He was so tired of eating pizzas and barbecues. It was time to eat to his fill. So he ate until he couldn't anymore. After which they talked all night long.

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Eric and Eve were getting along just fine to the point they were both giggling and drinking like they've known each other for a long time. Eric then held out his hands beckoning for Eve to hold onto his, which she did and they both decided to walk around the body of water. Seeing that she was feeling the cold and not ready to let her go just yet, he pulled out his jacket and placed it on her back, his hands touched her soft skin on her shoulder while he did that and he wanted more of her right there. But he didn't want to lose her he couldn't possibly survive that. So they kept walking and then he stopped abruptly, Eve stopped as well he looked straight into her eyes and summoned every courage he had and told her,

"Evelyn you are the most beautiful girl I have ever seen and I feel like I have always known you, can we be friends? I know am a cold and arrogant person but please be my friend, you are the only lady I have ever been this close to except for my mum, Nanny and sisters, so please you'll be doing me a great favour by being my friend"

Evelyn smiles and held his hands tightly and then replied

"We are already friends remember? That's why I agreed to come here with you in the first place"

Hearing this Eric grinned and they both laughed, he then brought out a rose and she inhaled it and said,

"Thanks Eric, its so beautiful and it smells nice"

"I am glad you love it"

That's how time flew by and when he checked his wrist watch, it was already 11:50 almost midnight. So they called it a day and he walked her to the car, they drove her home. After which Eric opened the door for her and walked her to her doorstep and what happened next was shocking even to me not to talk of Eric who was actually there.

Evelyn hugged Eric and gave him a peck on his cheek and then said

"Goodnight Eric I loved dinner"

With that she went inside, while Eric stood at her doorstep confused, elated and bewildered all at the same time, to the point that it was a bodyguard of his that walked up to him and tapped him, that actually brought him back to reality and he left with him and entered into the car and they drove him home. At that moment Eric was the most happiest man on earth that night.