Dark Princess

Apes

"Hello Boss. Good morning..." I greeted cheerfully.

"Hai Jade, morning. You where? Flight secure?"

"Yes, safe. I'm having breakfast at a starbuck near the Earnest Corps office. Is there a boss problem?"

"Yes, it's Jade's problem. Ouch... I mean, they were waiting for this Jade Moon, the representative of Gaia Wear to arrive there, but she didn't show up. Jesus, Jade. Why don't you go there?"

"Oh that... Should I go straight there? I mean, I've got information that the meeting will be held at 10 a.m... And breakfast is important, isn't it boss?" I tried to defend myself. I know, Gaia is trying not to make our mood go bad. She laughs. In her eyes, I was funny, sometimes because I was too naive or stupid.

"Jade, yes, the schedule is not wrong. Wouldn't it be better to come early? Know it? They were waiting and even preparing breakfast for a messenger from Gaia wear this. Holy hooch! Wherever you are now, hurry up. And tell me if you're already there." Gaia gave the order.

"Oh so. Sorry boss. I'm going there now."

"Yes, it's better. I put my full trust in Jade. This partnership contract should work. Don't disappoint us." His last words demanded. Of course, it adds weight to my burden. From that moment on, I only thought about one thing. That I should succeed. Although having to do unnatural things, it doesn't matter. I have to go home with results.

I left sandwhich and hot tea are still left. Too bad. I never agreed such a thing happened, wasting food. Every breadcrumbs and the last drop of tea should be gone. But I had no choice. I walked to the office building in a hurry, it took me about 5 minutes on foot. And right, someone was standing at the front office counter holding a paper that read my name 'Jade Moon'. I hurriedly approached him.

"Hello, good morning, I'm Jade Moon." I greeted him with a wave and smiled sweetest. Anyway I've been guilty of letting him in there waiting since a while ago. He greeted me kindly, smiled widely and extended his hand to shake hands. I greeted her hand warmly.

"Oh, hello Jade Moon. Welcome to Earnest Corps. I'm Noel. I'll help you as long as you're here." He introduced himself briefly densely and clearly.

"Hi Noel's. Thank you." Thank you." I answered with pleasure. He doesn't look upset at all.

"By pleasure. Please let me know whenever you need help while here. Now, let's follow me. I'll lead you to the meeting room." He walked in front of me, led the way to the elevator and he hit the top floor button. I froze. The top floor? Isn't it usually there placed a room for important officials of the company, people with the top position? I started shaking. What if I meet Earnest Lee? God, please don't...

I tried to recall the details of the attitude I showed while on the plane. I tried many times to convince myself that I was being polite enough. And I don't think there's anything unnatural about my attitude. It should not cause any significant problems for the success of the cooperation proposal.

Ah... But Jade, you should be able to be more friendly. See right? Being friendly and kind to everyone and at any time will not do any harm. I cursed myself. Yes, I should have been more friendly despite not liking. But I didn't know I'd meet with the company, right? I tried to defend myself from the accusations I threw myself.

Then we arrived at the top floor. I was led into a very large room. And it's not a meeting room!

My eyes instantly caught a name plate on top of a magnificent workbench with a black and gold color design, 'CEO Earnest Lee'.

Oh my... I need help now! I have to go home with a win. I can't fail. What would Gaia say if I came back with nothing? Fear began to cover me.

I was crying in my heart. Plead. In such a short time, I decided to become a resigned yet hopeful person. I'm trying to remember the Earnest Lee profile I read on the internet. He was a good man. Yes, he was very famous for his kindness. He's friendly. And he shouldn't be someone who can hold a grudge. He's not the petty type of guy. I decided to believe the news. At that moment, I could only hope.

Noel asked me to sit on the couch. Coffee and sandwiches are available on the table.

"Ms.Jade Moon, please wait here. While waiting, you can enjoy sandwhich and coffee." Noel offers it in a friendly manner.

"Wait, mr. Noel, shouldn't I be in the meeting room and not in this place?" I'm trying to correct who knows he's led me into the wrong room. I showed a strange expression and he seemed to understand what I meant.

"True ms.Jade, this is the meeting place. You will meet Mr. Earnest Lee. That's the information I got. If there is a change, I will tell you soon. And, I heard that CEO Gaia Wear is her best friend. Is it possible because of that?" Oh could be. That reason makes sense. But I was dying inside, my heart almost suffocated.

"Oh.. Earnest Lee.." I muttered while muttering. You die Jade. You are really crazy! So don't be too afraid to be people. If this is what should you do? I have not stopped accusing myself.

"Yes ms.Jade Moon. If you don't need anything else, I'll leave you here..."

"wait. How long do I have to wait?"

"About 10 minutes or so. Mr. Earnest Lee is on his way from the airport." The answer was like a ringing sound in my ear.

"good. Thank you mr. Noel." I replied weakly.

Yes, I was sitting next to him on the plane. And I've been acting insolent. I said in my heart. God help me... I begged in my heart for a miracle to happen, for example that man was not Earnest Lee whom I met this morning on the same flight. Could be, right? There is another Earnest Lee with the same shape and name.

"It's with pleasure ms. Moon. Please enjoy your breakfast." Noel confronted me who looked like a blo'on. I hope the beauty of my face is helpful enough to cover up that strange expression. He left me in that room alone.

I swept my eyes around the room. The design is modern and nuanced male dominated by natural colors. Anyone could sense that the one who had the room was a manly man.

The size is very broad. Filled with high quality furniture. Starting from the sofa set with 7 seater made of fine black leather, where I sat. With a table set made of sturdy and shiny wood with brown color with original wood patterns. A display cabinet was attached to a wall filled with books, mandarin ornaments, trophies and awards charters, and some picture frames. There are 3 jumbo size – jars with typical Chinese– painting patterns placed in aesthetic positions at some points of the room. A corner that is used as a pantry and mini bar at the end of the room, filled with various types of drink bottles. Next to him was a door, for I don't know, maybe a toilet.

I tried to distract myself by paying attention to everything in the room and setting my heart rate so as not to get too desperate. But it can't help at all.