Head of Security
-What? - She sat with her mouth wide open.
-Should I be offended by your lack of faith in me? - James frowned.
-What? Oh God, no. I'm happy for you. I just didn't expect such great news! -
-You're looking shocked! – He said pointedly.
-Yes, I'm sorry. Congratulations - She embraced him. –What is your new position? -
He hesitated for a moment, looking suspiciously at her.
–I have the feeling that I'll hear this "What?" thing again. I'm the new Head of Security. -
-Wh-... She stopped under his gaze.
-So you are our new chief? Great! - Jin got up from his seat and hugged James heartily.
-Thank you, Jinbo. I knew that Rob was leaving, but I didn't think it would happen so soon and certainly I didn't think that I would be his successor. -
-Now, who doesn't believe in himself?-Juliet smiled.
-It's not my fault. Anyone would doubt himself after your reaction. – He told her.
Jin looked from one to another, wondering how his friends could be so slow-witted. The way they looked at each other, the way they laughed simultaneously, the way they didn't notice anyone else when they were absorbed in a conversation… It was so obvious and they were the only people who still didn't understand.
-I'll go and find Miles. We should celebrate. - He said politely, standing up.
-Great idea- Juliet smiled but James stopped them immediately.
-Hey now! Stop right there! There will be no partying tonight. You- he pointed at Jin – have a shift tomorrow.-
-Come on. Don't be so bossy today! Some wine can't do any harm and we're really happy for you and want to drink to your promotion. – Juliet was sincere.
-Okay, but only a little and I hope Miles will stop grumbling.-
Juliet was lying in a hammock, watching as the sun set behind the trees. Usually on Thursdays, they had been playing cards or board games, depending on their mood, but today she had to spend the evening alone. James called a meeting to discuss new rules with security staff and something told her that it wouldn't end quickly.
Sighing, she stood up and strode toward the one of the houses.
-Juliet, hi - Amy was surprised to see her friend.-What's wrong? -
-No, I just thought that we could talk, but if you're busy. - Juliet quickly turned around to go.
-Wait. That would be nice. The work day is over, and I have nothing more to do. -
Amy tried to speak cheerfully, but the longing was still audible in her voice. It has been three months since Paul's death, but Juliet knew that the pain would never be totally erased.
-Come on- She stepped aside, letting Juliet inside. -By the way, I heard about Jim, congratulations. He deserved it. -
-Thank you! - Juliet smiled. –Though to be honest I expected him to be at home more often but in fact I hardly see him at all. -
-He just needs some time to get used to his new job.- Amy shrugged, but noticing Juliet's skeptical look, she added. -Or he is a workaholic and you are doomed to wait for him alone. -
The tone of those words made Juliet laughing uncontrollably.
-How do you manage to turn everything upside down?-She spoke through her laughter.
-I learned how to do that for a long time. - Amy winked at her.
Juliet woke up when she heard the floor creak. Someone was walking into the hallway. James! She looked at her watch - 2:00 am. Did he just get home? Day after day, he spent all his time at work, as if the staff wouldn't be able to solve any problems without him. She knew how proud and happy he was to be trustworthy but he couldn't keep practically living at work. She should talk to him, to persuade to step aside, giving his employees an opportunity to prove themselves. Of course, he could do everything himself, and then he would certainly know that everything was done as he wanted. It was the principle on which Juliet had been living for many years but research was one thing and security was quite another. They definitely needed to talk, first thing in the morning.
However when Juliet woke up, he had already left for work. The only thing that she found was breakfast on the kitchen table, with a note from him wishing her good morning. She smiled, looking at it. James could be very nice when he wanted to be.
Though it wouldn't hurt for him to know how to make something besides cereal and scrambled eggs, Juliet mused making lunch. She was beginning to tire of the daily cooking. She was interrupted by a knock at the door. She opened the door to see Horace and Phil.
-Juliet-Horace greeted her.
-Hello-she said. - James hasn't come yet, if you're looking for him. -
They looked at each other embarrassed, and then just stood there, in front of Juliet.
Something was deeply wrong. The next revelation was even more frightening. She had already said that James wasn't here, but they didn't leave, so they didn't come for James and this could only mean one thing.
A/N: Hello everybody! Yeah, that's my beloved dramatic events again. Sorry if there were not so many happy moments for your like but you still can tell me if there are some exact scenes you'd want to see. Thank you again for read and review. Your feedbacks make my day ang give me an inspiration.
