Darling, only I can be your man novel Chapter 48

　　When Ariana got into office it was midday already.

　　She went to her department on the 9th floor where she proceeded with work. She plans on working through lunch since she had taken the morning off.

　　However, she could hardly focused on work. Even though she seemed strong before her father an hour ago but he actually got to her.

　　She felt heartbroken. He could even rub her mother in the mud just to protect Gina, but what about her. Doesn’t she have feelings too?

　　Gina had always gotten what she wanted. Her father’s excuse was that he is making up for the three years she spent outside with her mother.

　　In half hour, Ariana started dozing off. All the emotions and thoughts running through her head made her tired.

　　“Ariana, Ariana!” June had been calling her for the last five minutes and she wouldn’t budge. She even tried shaking her.

　　June decided to do one last thing. If this didn’t work, she don’t know what will.

　　She went next to her ear and shouted, “Mr. Matthews!”

　　Ariana jumped up looking around. It was then that she noticed that the department was empty but it did not seem as if it was evening. Employees’ desk still had some of their possessions. It must be lunch break.

　　June started laughing so hard, she had tears in her eyes, “You should have seen your face just now.” she said in between laughs.

　　“What the hell June?” Ariana glared at her friend.

　　“How long have I been sleeping?” she asked curiously.

　　“About an hour. I already had lunch but lunch break is not up as yet.” She said while checking the time.

　　Ariana frowned wondering how she could fall asleep at work. This is not like her at all but she has been sleeping a lot lately.

　　She slumped back in her chair and asked in a whisper, “Why didn’t you wake me before you went for lunch?” What would the manager think of her? He is a nice and lenient man but this is against company policy. People will think she is purposely doing it because of Michael.

　　“I tried but you never woke. I decided to leave you, you must be tired if you slept off. I just hope you won’t get into trouble.” June exclaimed then she teased, “Although, if anyone could get away with this, it is you.”

　　Ariana groaned.

　　“You haven’t eat anything. Why don’t you hurry to the canteen for a quick snack?” June urged her. “You haven’t been eating much for several days now.”

　　June was worried about her.

　　“No, I am good. I will eat later.” She looked her computer and frowned, “I am currently swamp with work and some of them have a deadline for today.” June nodded knowing she couldn’t change her mind.

　　Soon the department was getting noisy as the employees started strolling inside in pairs.

　　June went back to her station to continue her work.

　　Ariana got focused and finished all her urgent files within an hour. She was always a fast worker with accuracy so being behind these days came as a shocker.

　　Ariana felt a presence and look up to see the department bully, Sheryl Wright. She is the niece of the General Manager, therefore she behaves as she own the company and she had more right to it than anyone else.

　　Sheryl was just glaring at her with envy and hatred. She had always been crushing on Mr. Matthews and he never glanced at here but now all his attention is at this lowlife b*tch. She even became one the best employee in our department.

　　She noticed earlier that Ariana was behind a few projects that is due today and on top of that she fell asleep on the job. She can be terminated for it and Mr. Matthews hate slackers, no matter who it is and this would be perfect to get rid of her.

　　“Manager Brown wants to see you in his office.” Sheryl stated arrogantly and walked off to the office as well.

　　Ariana felt her heart racing. Will she be in trouble? Oh God. Michael will be so disappointed.

　　…

　　“I called you guys here because of the project of The Matthew’s Children Home. You were both in charge of the project with different aspects and objectives. I was supposed to do the presentation later on today but Mr. Matthews asked for the persons that handled the project to present it themselves.” Mr. Brown advised them.

　　He was not worried. Sheryl had been with the company almost three years and has always been exceptional with her work. Ariana is new but she is not inferior to Sheryl.

　　Sheryl was happy for this opportunity to stand before Mr. Matthews. “What time?”

　　“Right now.” Mr. Brown waved his hand to dismiss them.

　　Sheryl saw that Ariana was absent-minded the entire time and smirked, ‘This will be your last day. I will embarrass you in front of the President.’

　　…

　　When Ariana got to the office and knocked. She entered once being acknowledged.

　　Sheryl was already there but it seemed they haven’t started. She was just sitting battling her eyes at Michael.

　　Ariana smiled inwardly at how stupid she looks flirting with the boss.

　　“Why are you just here?” Michael asked sternly pulling Ariana out her thoughts.

　　Ariana hurriedly seated next to Sheryl and said softly, “I am sorry President. I was getting the required information…” She did want to lie and behave snobbish just because he is her husband but she was cut off.

　　Michael felt bad by his tone just now and how wronged her eyes looked when she responded. He was ready to proceed but before he could say anything the next girl cut Ariana off to apologize for her. How dare she?

　　“I apologize on her behalf. She is new here so cannot work as fast as the tenure employees. The work has been too tiring for her. She even fell asleep during work hours so she is behind time.” Sheryl said apologetically.

　　“I can complete it for her. I don’t mind.” Sheryl gloated inside as she saw his eyebrows forming a frown while staring at Ariana.

　　Ariana glared at Sheryl bewildered then look at Michael to see his reaction. He was frowning at her. Wait, why is he frowning? Is he disappointed that I cannot do my work properly and even fell asleep on the job?

　　“Ariana, is it true?”