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Always the Priority Kelly's POV
Before going to work, I stopped by the nearest coffee shop to buy a coffee. I was scrolling through my cellphone while falling in line.
"Cappuccino on ice, please."
While waiting for my order, I sat on the nearest table, still looking at my phone when suddenly, a familiar scent of a male perfume filled my nose. A man suddenly sat on the seat in front of me My lips parted and my heart raced when I lifted my face and saw him.
"Uh..." I don't know what to say.
He scratched his temple and stared into my eyes. "I'm sorry, there are no vacant seats anywhere."
I roamed my eyes round and he's right.
Slowly, I just nodded my head and looked at my phone again, distracting myself when I'm already distracted by his presence..
Why is he here? His comparty wasn't in this area.
It's you," he broke the silence.
I cursed inside my head when I remember I'm just wearing light makeup today.
I lifted my face again and smiled at him, "What is it, sir?"
He cleared his throat. "The event. Auction."
I pretended to be shocked as I slowly nodded and snapped my fingers. "Right! Thought you're familiar. So
we have met, that's why."
It's so freaking awkward. I don't know what to do. Pierce's presence is taking my breath away when he's not doing anything but just sitting in front of me. This is crazy! "Elle, right?" He asked, staring intently at my face.
I don't know but unlike when I saw him at the auction event, his aura seemed light today. His eyes weren't lifeless nymore and he seemed so happy.
"Yeah. You are?" I asked curiously.
He offered his hand for a handshake and smiled. "Pierce. Pierce Anderson."
His brown eyes and the emotions in it were too much. I feel like drowning.
I don't know. But I feel like he's trying to confirm something and I definitely know it concerns my identity.
I know he's smart and I'm expecting him to do this, but not too early.
"Nice to meet-"
"Miss Elle Young?" My name was called from the counter, interrupting my supposed shake hands with Pierce and I silently thanked Heavens for that.
1 looked at Pierce and smiled. "Nice meeting you, Mr. Anderson. But I got to go."
I didn't wait for his answer. I pulled myself up and nervously walked towards the counter. Before I left the coffee shop, I looked at Pierce again and caught him watching me. Always the Priority
My heart skipped a beat and I waved at him to act naturally. Damn! Did he notice my shock? But I didn't look back, he might get even more suspicious of me.
"Good morning. Elle!" It was Mary who's already so energetic early in the morning.
I went straight to my table and sat on it as I took a deep sigh.
Pierce would try to find a way to make me admit my real identity. I don't wanna lie to him and play with him like this, but I think this is the best for now.
"The event was successful! Mr. Walter was so pleased because of the outcome of the event. We also gained a few sponsors." Our team manager excitedly told us the news.
The event was successful and my plans were coming towards the success too. I just hope no one or nothing ruins it.
I drowned myself at work. I ate at the cafeteria during lunchtime. It was 4 PM when I got off work. I called a taxi and was about to open the door when someone pulled the handle first and my hand ended up onContentt bel0ngs to N0ve/lDrâ/ma.O(r)g!
his.
My eyes widened after I saw the person standing so close next to me.
"Mr. Anderson!" I exclaimed nervously.
Damn it, Pierce! What are you doing?
He looked at me and his lips formed an O. "Miss Young, what a coincidence!"
What?
I almost laughed at his ridiculous reaction. I know him too well. He's here again purposely. Did he wait?
""Mr. Anderson, you're still here."
He smiled and combed his hair. "Yeah, I met someone here today."
I nodded and looked at the taxi. "Uh! You can have the taxi."
"No, it's okay. You can go ahead."
If I don't know him I'd think he's trying to impress me.
I got ir he car and waved at him, "Bye, Mr. Anderson
"Take care Elle.
My heart won't stop palpitating because of him. He really believes it's me so I don't know how to make him stop. If I tell him the truth, will he stop following me around? He might discover Snow if he continues this. But if he's still the same Pierce I know, he won't follow me to my house,
I took a deep sigh. I just hope he won't follow me to my house.
I was cautious when I got home. Thankfully, I didn't feel anyone's presence. Pierce didn't follow me here. I'm glad.
felt my phone vibrating and my forehead creased after seeing Luke's name registered on the screen.
"Luke, I'm in front of the door-"
"Miss Kelly!" Luke opened the door before I did and he's pale.
"What happened?"
"I-It's Yuki.."
Alwaye the Priority
My eyes widened and my heart raced. "What happened to her?"
I pushed him and rushed inside the apartment. I ran towards the bedroom and saw my daughter lying on the bed, covered with white sheets while trembling.
"Sweetie..." I sat on the bed and touched her forehead. She has a fever and it's so high!
1 already checked her temperature and it's too high, Miss."
I grabbed her hoodie from the closet and went back to the bed.
"Luke, can you call a taxi, please? I'll bring her to the hospital."
I carried Snow in my arms and she slowly opened her eyes. Her lips were so red and her eyes were hooded.
"M-Mom...mmy...
I nodded and kissed her forehead. "Yes, sweetie. Mommy will bring you to the hospital."
She closed her eyes again and hugged my neck. Her arms were so weak.
"You will be fine, sweetie. Mommy will take care of you," I whispered as I went out of the apartment and Luke was just following me.
To hell with my plans. I don't care if Pierce or even Klay sees me tonight. Snow is my priority. Always my priority.