Love and Lies
him occasionally and smiling sheepishly. She thought of how hard and broad his chest felt before she almost landed on her butt. How his strong hands helped her to her feet and saved her from
are and how difficult it is to work with. I might even tell him to demote you" Fiona snorted, she had heard the same line so many times. Alex was always looking for a way to bring her down. She was bitter that Mr DuPont had given her a double promotion after working for only six months. "Alex, stop being bitter, okay? You're slowing down the progress of this company" The blonde woman scoffed and her eyes darkened. To most people, it was just the normal rivalry between two ladies who were hardworking and wanted to be recognized as the best but to Alex, it was more than that. She had known Fiona for years and they had attended the same school. Fiona shined easily without even trying to, she stole the spotlight and was loved by everyone. As if that wasn't enough, Fiona had applied for a job in the same company she worked at and in a matter of months, she was promoted, twice! "I'm not the one being bitter. You're just a thief who doesn't know her place. I've seen you struggle so hard to fit in but you would never fit in" Fiona felt her fingers go hard as she curled them into a ball. She gritted her teeth as she watched Alex laugh mockingly. It was too easy for Alex, unlike her who had to work three jobs in college and try to keep up with paying tuition and bills at home. She was lucky enough to get into highschool on scholarship and everyone loved her for it, that was what annoyed Alex. Alex wanted her to be hated on and bullied but she was too talented and diligent. "Leave my office now" Fiona ordered icily "Oh