Passion in the Boardroom

Passion in the Boardroom

Zeetah

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Fresh out of college, Maria lands her dream job at the city's hottest company. Engaged to a man chosen by her parents, she convinces herself she's content. But everything changes when she meets the enigmatic CEO. As she's drawn into a whirlwind of forbidden passion, Maria's life is turned upside down in ways she never imagined.

Chapter 1 New Girl in the City

Maria stood at the window of her fiancé's high-rise apartment, gazing at the sprawling cityscape below. The city was a whirlwind of activity-people bustling, cars honking, lights flashing-a far cry from the quiet suburb where she had spent her childhood. The noise and constant motion were overwhelming, but Maria knew this was where her future lay.

Fresh out of college, she was eager to start her career, yet there was an undercurrent of anxiety beneath her excitement. Her parents had been adamant about her living situation, insisting she stay with James, her fiancé, rather than finding a place of her own. James was everything they had wanted for her: stable, successful, and from a respectable family. But to Maria, he was a choice made for convenience and tradition, not love.

The apartment was impeccably furnished, reflecting James's taste for modern minimalism. It felt cold to Maria, much like their relationship. She wandered through the living room, her fingers trailing along the sleek, glass-topped table, and wondered how long she could keep up this charade. James was kind and considerate, but their connection felt more like an arrangement than a romance. She had told herself she was happy, or at least content, but deep down, she knew she yearned for something more.

Maria glanced at the clock. In less than an hour, she would step into Mass Industries for the first time, her nerves a mixture of excitement and trepidation. She had landed the coveted position of personal assistant to Ryan Mass, the enigmatic CEO known for his brilliance and ruthless business acumen. The opportunity was a dream come true, a chance to prove herself in the corporate world.

As she prepared for her first day, her thoughts drifted to Ryan Mass. Stories about him were legendary. He had built Mass Industries from the ground up, transforming it into a powerhouse of innovation and success. He was known for his demanding nature and high expectations, but also for his charm and charisma. Maria felt a flutter of anticipation at the thought of meeting him.

"Are you ready?" James's voice interrupted her thoughts. He stood in the doorway, impeccably dressed in a tailored suit, his expression one of mild impatience.

Maria forced a smile. "Yes, almost. Just need to grab my bag."

James nodded and adjusted his cufflinks. "Remember, dinner with my parents tonight. They're looking forward to hearing about your first day."

"Of course," Maria replied, her stomach sinking at the prospect. The dinners were always the same-polite conversation, veiled criticisms, and a pressure to conform to the life they had mapped out for her.

She took a deep breath and grabbed her bag, casting one last glance around the apartment. This was her life now, and she had to make the best of it. But as she stepped into the elevator and descended to the lobby, she couldn't shake the feeling that something was about to change. The city was overwhelming, her relationship with James was stifling, but the thought of starting her new job at Mass Industries was what kept her going.

The cab ride to the office was a blur of honking horns and crowded streets. Maria's heart raced as she approached the towering glass building of Mass Industries. She stepped out of the cab, smoothed her skirt, and took a deep breath. This was it-the beginning of a new chapter in her life.

As she walked through the revolving doors and into the sleek, modern lobby, she felt a sense of determination wash over her. No matter what her parents or James expected of her, this job was hers. She was ready to make her mark, and perhaps, discover what she truly wanted in the process.

With her head held high, Maria approached the reception desk, her nerves slowly giving way to excitement. She was about to meet Ryan Mass, and her life would never be the same again.

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