“Hi,” Daniel said, trying to stay as calm and charming as possible. “Hi,” Ruby responded, smiling in return. “Can I have a few minutes of your time? I just want us to talk.” He said and Ruby nodded.
“Can't we talk over Lunch instead? I am still working.” She said smiling and Dan nodded rapidly. “Yes, that is true. My bad. Anytime you want, I will be here.” He said and she smiled.
“You don’t have to be here, I will call you once I am free.” She said and Dan felt butterflies in his tummy. “What time are you going on the break? I would come and pick you up. You shouldn’t be the one doing the calling.” He said and Ruby smiled.
“Noon, I should be done by then.” She said and he nodded chuckling. “Great, I am free at the time. See you soon. Or?” he asked and she nodded.
“See you soon.” She replied and he nodded walking into Landon's office again. He got to the office and before he said anything, he pulled out his phone and put a call across to his P.A.
Landon stared at him wondering what he was doing. He had a confused smile on his face as he stared at Daniel. Dan finally got across to his P.A and he spoke up.
“Hi Miranda, I won’t be in the office by noon today. Cancel all the meetings from that time till 4 pm.” He said and immediately Landon understood. He burst into silent laughter and when Dan hung up he rushed to Landon, and they shook hands.
“I did it. We have lunch at 12pm!” He yelled in a whisper and Landon laughed so hard that his tummy began to hurt. “So you canceled all your meetings for her right?” he asked and Dan nodded.
“Of course, I would do that over and over again. This is an opportunity I should never miss.” He said and Landon smiled.
“Yea, I have been there before. That Kim just…” He said and Dan made a puppy face. “She stole your heart,” Dan added and Landon nodded, smiling.
“You know how I am. I don’t love easily, but hers is just so different. And that is why it is so special, it’s like she is a part of me now.” He said and Dan nodded.
“I can understand you, Landon. And I am happy to see you like this, I never thought you would fall in love anytime soon.” Dan said and Landon chuckled.
“Me too, and I am happy you finally got her too. And I would advise you to go back to the house or office to prepare for your first time with her.” Landon said and Dan stood up.
“That is the best idea. Thank you Landon for encouraging me.” He said and Landon shook his head. “You shouldn’t thank me because honestly, I didn’t do anything.” He said and Dan nodded.
“But I still thank you, for having her as your P.A. if you didn’t have her, I wouldn’t be going on a date with her today.” He said and Landon smiled.
“Good luck brother,” Landon said and Dan nodded walking to the door. He opened and walked out of the office. Landon smiled and picked up his phone. He wanted to call Kimberly because he was missing her already.
Her phone began to ring and he waited for her to pick it up. She finally picked up and he smiled widely as he spoke up.“Hi, baby.” He greeted and Kimberly chuckled.
“Hi, baby. Aren’t you supposed to be busy?” she asked and Landon stood up from his chair and began to walk around in his office. “I am not busy. But I think I am busy now.” He said and she nodded.
“So we would talk later?” she asked and he smiled.“I am busy talking to the love of my life.” He said and Kimberly chuckled, her cheeks flushed.
“I didn’t see it that way. I thought you had another meeting.” She said Landon kept walking around the office. “I missed you.” He said and Kim smiled fondling her clothes.
“I missed you too.” She said and Landon shut his eyes, stopping the roaming about the office. “I feel you are part of me, Kimberly. I feel you inside of me.” He muttered, touching his chest, rubbing it slowly.
“I am a part of you, and you are a part of me, Landon. That is because we love each other.” She stated and Landon opened his eyes.
“I have never felt this way over a lady my whole life. I know I haven’t been able to express how much I love you Kim, but I am saying it now. I love you so much.” He said and tears rolled down Kim's face.
“I love you too Landon.” She replied and then her father that sat next to her stood up.
“Kim, I have to go now.” He whispered and she signaled him to wait. “Landon, can I call you back?” She asked and he nodded.
“Sure, I will be right here.” He said and she hung up. “Father so soon?” she asked, cleaning the tears that were on her face.
“Yes. I need to get back to your mother before she lets hell loose.” He said and Kim smiled. She stood up and hugged him.
“I will miss you. Come visit very soon.” She said and he nodded, kissing her forehead.“I will. Goodbye.” He said and they both walked to the door.
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Landon just hung up from Kimberly's second call when he heard a knock on the door. Ruby walked in and informed him that someone wanted to see him.
“He calls himself Peter Johnson.” She said and Landon's eyes widened. “That is Kimberly's father. Let him in immediately.” He said and Ruby walked out of his office. After a few minutes, Peter walked in.
“Good day sir.” Landon greeted standing up.“Good day Son. How do you feel?” he asked as Landon gestured to him to sit.
“Better sir. And you?” he asked, sitting too.“Better thank you. I didn’t plan to stay long, I just want to pull your attention to something.” He said and Landon paid rapt attention.
“I am all ears, sir.” He replied.
“I have been noticing Kimberly using some drugs. Did you notice?” he asked and Landon shook his head furrowing his brows.
“No. That isn’t possible, she has not been using any drugs.” He said and Peter sighed. “Can you do me a favor?” He asked and Landon nodded. “Anything Sir.” He responded.
“Can you help me watch her find out if I am telling the truth? She refused to tell me what was going on. And I want to know why my daughter uses medications.” He said and Landon nodded.
“I would find out sir. I promise to let you know.” He said and Peter smiled.“Please let her not get conscious about it. I don’t want her to find out we are watching her.” He said standing up and Landon stood up too.
“I would do just that.” He said and Peter walked back to the door. “And one more thing, can you find out what she is using the drugs for?” He asked and Landon bobbed.
“I will do just that sir.” He said and Peter smiled. “I will be on my way now. Please don’t tell her I was here or I told you anything.” He pleaded and Landon nodded.
“Sure.” He said and Peter walked out of the office. Peter slammed into his chair in deep thoughts.
“What is going on?” he asked himself.