°Creed's Pov°
I actually couldn't wait for the day to start after sending that risky text to Sofia but I wasn't nervous or anything...just calm and well..eager to hear her answer cause she did not reply and I'm just going to assume she didn't see it? And go over to her office instead. She can decline the offer in person if she wants..not like I'm gonna let her do that though.
She's stubborn as fuck and that's why other guys couldn't stay..she's difficult but I like a good challenge. Yes, I've done my findings about her and her relationship with other...people. Has literally one friend, Hasn't been in a relationship longer than two months.
Is there something wrong with her? No committed relationship at all! Just Flings. I don't get why she isn't ready to commit to anyone yet. Yes, Love is scary..but it's also amazing.
I glance at my Rolex watch, Ten a.m, she must be on her way to the office. I'm not about to be there before her, I'm not gonna scare her. Just play it cool. I take another look in the mirror, I don't look bad at all...matter of fact, I look really really good...for real. There is no way she would pass up dinner with 'Me'. I get in my car and drive to her workplace, wasn't a long drive since most people already left for work. I got to her company, I see her coming down from her car as I park and watch her closely trying to gather herself. I follow behind at a respected space but stop as soon as she stops. There's chaos and she isn't happy about it. What is going on? I move closer to see what the commotion was all about..few inches away from her but I could see her face. I could also see it wasn't something to be concerned about. It was a Proposal. Her employees don't seem to notice her as they focus on the event happening in front of them.
I stare at her hoping to see her smile or something..but no. She looked...sad. Really sad and upset. Is she not happy for the couple? Great. She has something against getting marriage too? Wow. What a piece of work. The girl he proposed to sees sofia and runs towards her, telling and showing her the ring. I know a forced smile when I see one. She was definitely faking it as she heads to her office ignoring the guy that proposed as he intended to start a conversation with her. She is not happy. But Why? She either doesn't like the guy or the girl...or can't stand anyone being happy since she can't find her own happiness. Exactly. Must be the second one.
I'm about to head to her office as I hear a few whispers concerning her from two women that happen to be her workers. I mean I know people would talk but I wasn't expecting to hear them say these things about Sofia.
GRACE: Can you believe it?? Gavin choosed Belle over Ms.ives! Oh..how lucky!
GOLDIE: I'm not that surprised actually. Ms.ives wasn't gonna take him serious anyways. It's better he move on with someone else instead of waiting around for a mature woman who doesn't know what she wants yet.
GRACE: I know right? I mean if I was half as rich as her, I would be on my second pregnancy by now with dreamy Gavin. Or..anyone actually. It's not her first rodeo.
GOLDIE: Ha! I don't think she wants children..she barely wants a man. I don't know what her problem is honestly. She needs help. Like for real.
GRACE: I actually feel bad for her though. Must have hurt so bad seeing him with that huge ass ring!
GOLDIE: Damn...that ring was fireee! I'm saying yes to anyone who can afford that baby!
They laugh hysterically as I walk past them nudging the one with the Goldilocks who gives me an angry look but somehow smiles as she sees my face..
GRACE: You know him?
GOLDIE: I wish I did...fuck..where do these fine ass men come from?!
GRACE: Keep that thought to yourself..looks like he's ms.ives new meat.
ignoring them I walk straight to Sofia's office. Of course I'm stopped by someone who isn't her assistant cause I'm assuming no one is allowed in her office without her permission. I still ignore the young man trying to stop me as I barge in.
CREED: Hello ms.ives..
NEIL: I am so sorry Ms.ives..i tried to stop him but he's...so..stubborn...and big..well..I..just I'm sorry.
SOFIA: It's fine Neil. You can go.
NEIL: I was also kinda scared..he has this aura-
SOFIA: Neil??
NEIL: Yes ma'am. Sorry. *Exit*
CREED: Lemme guess...he's into guys. Either that or I'm really fucking good looking.
SOFIA: What are you doing here? And barging in like that? If I didn't know any better I would assume you're trying to see me naked again Mr.Griffin.
CREED: I would've loved that..'Nail' on the other hand...would not.
SOFIA: His name is 'Neil'. And what do you fucking want? How do you know where I work?!
CREED: I don't think it's something you're hiding. Anyways, I'm not gonna ask you to ask me to sit cause I have to work too. I just wanted to invite you to dinner in person since you've been ignoring my texts.
SOFIA: What?
CREED: Food? You like food right? I'm inviting you to have dinner with me. Good?
SOFIA: What the-. Okay listen buddy-
CREED: Ouu..I'm your buddy now. Nice upgrade.
SOFIA: I am not having any fucking dinner with you..now you better leave my office before I call security.
CREED: Those guys? Nah...that wouldn't be necessary. Just say yes and leave the rest to me.
SOFIA: Get...out.
CREED: That's not fair ms.ives. I drove all the way here.
SOFIA: Now!
CREED: Fine. But. This isn't the last you'll hear from me..I'm gonna keep coming back. Everyday honey.
SOFIA: Don't call me that!!
CREED: Sure.
I mean it...I'm gonna still come back. I love a good challenge. Turning my back to her as I start walking out, she said something that made me stop in my tracks and a small smirk appeared on my face.
SOFIA: Wait. Shit. Uhm..okay..I'll come.
CREED: Great..I'll text you the address. You won't regret this ms.ives.
SOFIA: Whatever. How did you get my number though?
CREED: Yeah..we have a lot to talk about. I'll see you later.
And with that, I left her office gladly. Finally!!
Walking down the hallway to take the elevator, I notice the Goldilocks lady starring at me again, I smile back at her and she waves. I did not wave back though. That would indulge her and I don't want that at all. Thinking she would come over, but no..'Nail' approaches me instead.
NEIL: Hi..uh..for starters, I'm not like scared of you or something. I haven't seen you here before and I had every right to stop you from entering my bosses office. But you ignored and walked past me like I was nothing..and it hurt.
CREED: Uh..Neil..is it?
NEIL: Yeah.
CREED: Yeah, 'Nail', I understand where you're coming from and I apologize. I just had something important to discuss with your boss and I couldn't wait for any appointment. Okay?
NEIL: I got it. And it's 'Neil' by the way...
I leave as soon I'm done apologizing. I know his name..it's just fun that way. I need to go prepare for dinner with Sofia. And by that...give orders to my workers to make my house look like an expensive restaurant.
°Sofia's Pov°
It's been forty minutes since Creed left my office after inviting me to dinner in an unknown location for now.
What have I gotten myself into? Dinner doesn't sound bad but dinner with CREED Griffin is a little risky. And weird. Why would he ask me out? Like...why?? What is this man's problem honestly? What does he actually want from me? Still deep iny thought about this mystery dinner, my godfather walks in to my office. I quickly stand up as a sign of respect still. And the hits just keeps coming! Why is he here??
GODFATHER: Please sit down sweetie.
SOFIA: I..wasn't expecting you godfather.
GODFATHER: Neither was I planning on coming to your office but I was just passing by and I saw Creed Griffin drive past me. I was on an important call that's I didn't come in earlier. So...what did he want?
SOFIA: He..came..to..uh.. ask me out..to dinner.
GODFATHER: Really now? And..?
SOFIA: Yes I agreed. But that doesn't mean anything. It's just dinner. I don't know what he wants though but I'm going over to eat.
GODFATHER: It's obvious honey. I think he likes you.
SOFIA: Godfather? Did you ask him to come her because if you did, I will not forgive you..
GODFATHER: No. I had no idea he would want to see you again. Let alone ask you to dinner. I promise.
And he doesn't joke with his promises.
SOFIA: Okay. What do you think though? Should..I..?
GODFATHER: Yes honey..you definitely should. I mean.. whatever happens...happens. I don't see my harm and you know I will give my life to protect you from any harm.
SOFIA: I know. Fine..okay. I'll give it a shot. But! I will leave the second he annoys me. I don't care.
GODFATHER: As you should dear. Now.. I have someone to meet up with. I'll see you later.
SOFIA: Okay...
GODFATHER: By the way...where is Belle? No one is at the desk right now.
SOFIA: I gave her the day off. She just got...engaged.
GODFATHER: Oh..wow. That is really good. I'll see tp your new assistant position then. Don't worry.
SOFIA: Thanks.
Godfather leaves my office smiling...I still think he has something to do with this Griffin man. Either that or he's just happy I'm going on a date with someone he actually wants. Either ways...like he said.
Whatever happens...happens.