The Girl He Craves novel (Sophie and Aiden) novel Chapter 40

Chapter 40

Sophie’s pov

My fingers tremble as I dialed Mila’s number. She was probably already on her shift but right now I wasn’t thinking clearly.

I brought the phone to my ears and lifted my thumb to my mouth to bite on my nails. Anxiety was eating me alive right now, and I needed to hear a familiar voice to ease me and hold me down to reality. Because right now, I was convinced that this was a crazy dream and that I hadn’t actually seen Aiden.

Because there was no way in hell Aiden would ever ignore me after all those years. He would at least want to give me a piece of his mind or at least say my name, right?

Why was I even frustrated that he hadn’t acknowledged me?

I groaned and chewed on my nails. This really was a bad habit I should stop.

Mila answers on the fourth ring. “You caught me on a bad time Soph

“Sorry. I uh-I think I just saw Aiden Mila.” I breathed out in a rush as an image of Aiden in the elevator with me pushes into my mind.

He was so cold in there. He didn’t even spare me another glance after I said his name. He hadn’t even acknowledged that his name tumbled out of my lips.

“What?” Mila breathed out in both shock and confusion. “Did you say Aiden? As in Aiden Xavier? You saw him?”

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Oh God Mila, I wasn’t even sure what I saw in the first place. Maybe it was another guy alto gether and he hadn’t answered me because he wasn’t Aiden in the first place.

Maybe my stupid mind just placed Aiden’s image onto the guy’s face. Yes, that seems about right, I didn’t see Aiden, that was only my imagination.

“I’m not sure Mila. He

I sighed. Why can’t leven speak properly now? Gosh, I’m literally still tongue-tied.

“What do you mean you aren’t sure? Soph

Mila’s words are cut off by Lisa calling out my name to grab my attention. I look up. ashamed that I was caught on my phone during what was supposed to be my work hours.

“Mila I’ll call you back.” I rushed out and end the call quickly. I shifted in the seat and looked at Lisa like I was constipated. My first day and I was caught doing something I shouldn’t be do ing

Would she report me to Bernard?

“Yes? | asked sheepishly while cringing inwardly. Great first impression Sophie. I scowled at

myself.

Lisa smiled politely and outstretched her hand over the desk. “I’m Lisa, Bernard’s PA. Wel come to Harrington.co. I had meant to greet you earlier but you looked out of it.”

| smiled awkwardly and took her hand in mine. She shakes my hand firmly. “I’m Sophie. Bernard’s new secretary. Sorry about earlier, I thought I just saw…

I trailed off unsure of what to say without sounding crazy.

“I thought I saw a ghost.”

Really Sophie? A ghost doesn’t make you sound crazy at all. My conscious mocked me sar castically.

I wanted to groan out loud. I must sound like a complete nut job right now.

Lisa’s brows furrowed but she doesn’t push me to elaborate. Instead, she changes the sub ject, which I was more than grateful for.

“Bernard has asked me to show you around the company. I’m free now and would love to give you a tour.” She smiled.

A tour? Right now?

What if I bump into him again?

I shook my head. I thought I was convinced that the guy wasn’t truly Aiden but a fragment of my imagination?

“Is Bernard okay with you showing me around right now?” I asked, concerned.

This was my first day and it would be best to leave a good impression. Sure Bernard and I were friends, but there was a line drawn when it comes to work.

Lisa nodded. “He was the one who suggested it.”

“Oh okay then,” I said and rose to my feet. Lisa and I walked over to the elevator.

“Mr. Beckam has really spoken highly of you Sophie. I’m really excited to work alongside you.” She admitted and pressed the button for the elevator to open.

We stepped in and for a few seconds, we spoke about nonsense until the doors slid open and we step out.

“Okay, so this is the first floor. You should already be familiar with here. This is usually where the reception….

Lisa continued and I tried my best to look interested or at least listen to every word that slipped out of her mouth. But I would be lying if I didn’t admit that I was on the lookout for him again.

“So this is the last floor we can view. The CEO’s floor is off limits unless it’s for a business meeting or you’re one of the higher-ups.” Lisa said as she stepped out of the lift. I followed her and was about to answer her when someone calls her,

She waved and told me to tag along.

“Ooh, who’s this?” A young woman with blonde hair and bright blue eyes covered with glass es grinned at me.

“This is Mr. Beckam’s new secretary, Sophie. Sophie this is Emliss.” She introduced us. A younger man named Gregg comes to join in on the conversation.

He was tall and lean with brown hair and cute dimples when he smiled. “Hey.” He smiled at me and outstretched his hand. “I’m Gregg.” The corner of his lips lifted into a curved smirk.

“Gregg you damn flirt.” Emliss snorted and smacked the back of her hand on his chest. “Don’t even think about it.” She warned him.

Gregg pouted. “I wasn’t planning to try my luck with her.” He denied but I could sense his lie and giggled when Emliss said sure sarcastically.

A few others came to join in on the conversation and I’m introduced to everyone until sud denly another rushed our way.

The unknown girl looked confused and nervous. “The CEO just made an urgent meeting. All staff must attend.” She rushed out in one breath.

“A staff meeting on such a short notice? What time is this meeting?” Lisa asked in confusion.

“In ten minutes. He said everyone needs to attend.”

Lisa looks nervous and worried.” The last time he held a staff meeting, he fired half of the workers. Now holding one on such short notice, I can’t help but be worried for what’s to come.”

Aiden’s pov

As soon as I stepped into my office, I loosened my tie. For some reason, it was scorching hot even though the Ac was on full blast.

I raked a hand through my hair in frustration.

She stopped on Bernard’s floor. Does that mean she works for him?