A Fateful Chance — Chapter 24: A PROMISE IN PRINT

Deandra's POV

I was too excited the next day that I got up ahead of Kylie. I was able to lie on the bed and slept right away the other night. It was only 8:30 PM but I already fell asleep. I woke up feeling light as if the baby inside my womb cooperates with my mood.

"Hello baby. It's time for mommy to find a job for both of us. Please be a good baby and behave there, alright?"

I am caressing my womb as I smiled. Maybe this baby needs a lot of communication coming from me because I wanted him/her to be smart like me in the future.

"Hmm..." I felt Kylie's movement as she stretched her limbs.

"Morning," I greeted her right away and she glanced at the wall clock as she rubbed her eyes.

"Oh my goodness! Your meeting is still at 9:00 AM. Why are you up already? It is only 5:00 AM. Go get some more sleep, silly girl."

"Well, I might be late that's why," I shyly replied. I heard Kylie's chuckle beside me. It's as if she's more excited than I do.

"Mr. Swiss will be the one to go here since it is bad for you to go somewhere else. It might stress you and the baby."

"What do you mean?"

"Mr. Swiss will be the one to visit dad and he will interview you as well."

"I see. I thought we'll be going to Mr. Swiss's house and he'll interview me there."

"Nope. His interview with you is just part of his reasons why he will be here. Anyway, he's always here at home. He's a dear friend of dad, that's why he loves to visit here often."

"Oh, I get it now." I smiled as I lied down on the bed next to Kylie again. Now, I can sleep more because I know that it would be easy for me to have the interview. I'll just have to get ready so that I can answer him as accurately as he wanted me to do.

I am awake at exactly 7:30 PM. Kylie got me a simple floral dress that was given to her as well. I guess I could relate to this outfit now since I am pregnant myself. I am thankful that my baby bump is not that obvious yet, my curvy, chubby body was a perfect fit for that dress. Even if I am nervous, I practice smiling in front of the mirror. The first time I looked at my reflection, my smile was a bit awkward. However, I gathered all the possible confidence within me. I practiced my smile and it looked good this time. With Kylie's light make-up on me, I looked fresh and vibrant with glistening eyes and high hopes, I feel like I am more than ready.

I entered the room where Mr. Swiss is. He faced the bookshelf as he sat on the swivel chair. I just stood in front of him but he didn't even turn his back. When he felt that I had entered the room, he closed the book on his lap as he rested his left leg over his right leg.

"Have a seat," His voice terrified me more than anything. I followed what he said right away,hoping to build a lasting impression.

"T-Thank you sir."

He turned his swivel chair in front of me as he grinned. He looked at me from head to toe. I noticed he's indeed an old man but his fashion sense is never out of style. He wore a gray three-fourth sleeved shirt.

"So, you're Deandra Klay right?"

"Y-Yes sir."

"Oh students nowadays," He murmured as he glanced at my baby bump that's a little evident already. I looked down and I am feeling ashamed all of a sudden. I can see from my peripheral vision that he clasped his hands as he leaned his elbows on the glass table in front of me. I can see that she also hovered his gaze from my head down my feet as if examining my physical appearance. Is he trying to read what's on my mind?

"Don't worry, I knew your situation before you even stepped on that door."

I tried meeting his gaze and I caught him looking straight into my eyes without even blinking.

"S-Sir, it's not what you think it is."

"I know. Don't worry. I just can't accept that one man would ruin a girl's expectation of men in general."

"If you ask me sir, I do not consider what happened to me as cruelty of men. I guess it happens for a reason."

"Be realistic, Deandra. Tell me, do you wish to be pregnant at this age?"

I was left speechless. I never see his frankness coming, real talk. I guess I will never get used to this one.

"What happened to you is a mistake. However, you have to stand up no matter what it takes."

I can't help but to cry in front of him as I cover my face with both of my hands.

"Pull yourself together. Crying will not let you go to places."

"S-Sorry, sir." I wiped my tears using both of my hands. He pushed a box of tissue placed on the table near where I am sitting.

"You're hired. I will give you a written contract for your salary and my own, exact rules that you should follow."

"Y-Yes sir."

"I don't want to hear promises. I want real-time results."

"But, sir...am I capable in handling this position? I am pregnant and I don't think I can meet your expectations."

"Why? Do you doubt yourself even if you have not started yet?"

"It's not what I mean, sir."

"Do you need this job or not?"

I simply nodded as I tried meeting his powerful gaze. He smirked as he leaned his head closer to mine.

"This is the most coveted position for the record. It's the first time that I announced that I will be needing a personal assistant even if I am used to doing things on my own."

He looked really serious as he said those words. From the fine lines of his face, and his sagging skin, I can see a tough man that I think, ageless. Ageless when it comes to his opinion and brilliant ideas.

"But I want to give you a chance. I hope this mistake in your life will never hinder you to chase success." He added as he showed me a timid smile. He even offered his hand for a handshake. When I held his hands, I felt the warmth of his touch.

Knowing Mr. Swiss, I suddenly have a clear vision of what I will do with my life because of what he just said. From the previous days, I was lost with no direction but knowing him, I think everything will just be easy for me and this is just a good start.