CHAPTER 3

RECAP

I don't know how he does it, but he just riles me up and this is the first time I've ever even met him. I slapped my hands on the desk as I stood up and almost stomped back to his office.

"Yes sir?" I asked plastering as much of a fake smile as possible,

"Stupid life, stupid parents, stupid job, stupid boss." I mumbled to myself as I walked up the stairs to the apartment. I even complained to Hinata throughout the entire car trip and all she did was smile and laugh softly, seriously what kind of reactions is that?! She's supposed to sympathise with me and be like 'your boss must be an ass…. Or SOMETHING along those lines. URGH she's just too sweet to say anything like that.'

I quickly took of my work clothes as I put on my pyjamas and slipped into bed, I wrapped the blankets around me as I let the mattress envelope me. A sigh of content left my lips as I finally relaxed my muscles the stress from today slowly uncoiling itself from around me.

"Honestly that guy worked me like a dog today. If I didn't know any better I would think he wanted me to quit." I smirked to myself at the last part, if he wanted me to quit he was going to have to try much harder. Especially since I'm pretty sure of his intentions there is no way I am going to let him be satisfied. I resolved myself for the gruelling day ahead as I sank into a deep sleep.

Ooooooo0ooooooO

It's been a week since I've been doing this job and I am proud to say I still haven't lost my sanity although I am on the brink of it. Everyday it's the same thing, get his morning coffee and if it's cold before it gets to him go again even though he only drinks from one shop which is like 20 minutes away and no, he will not have it if it's been reheated. Then deal with his piles and piles of document, order his lunch to which he says he doesn't care what it is and then when it is placed in front of him he decides to tell me he doesn't like this or is allergic to that. Whether he is actually being truthful or just getting on my nerves it didn't matter I would just apologise and smile.

So today I had decided to make it myself because that way I wouldn't have to waste my money since he makes ME pay for the orders if he doesn't like the first one. I had taken into account all his nitpicks and 'allergies' so I hope there is no chance of him complaining.

"I hope for your paycheck's sake it's something edible." He said not even looking up once from his papers.

"Well then how about you don't complain and eat it." I mumbled quietly to myself as I glared at his head.

"What was that?" he asked finally looking up, a smirk on his lips,

"Hmm? What was what?" I tried to play it cool as I looked around pretending to look for whatever he was talking about before I walked to his table and placed the box and fork in front of him.

Itachi's POV

'I can't believe it's been a week and she still hasn't quit yet.'

I really was surprised by her stamina and resolve, if we were on slightly better terms I would say I admire her but of course if I did that then she would never quit. I carefully examined the lunch she put in front of me, it was spaghetti, definitely different from the usual rubbish she brought me. To be honest I wouldn't mind something simple but every time she goes and buys something from an expensive restaurant. Just because I'm rich doesn't mean I have to eat expensive food all the time.

"This is new" I stated as I slowly brought the spaghetti wrapped around the fork to my mouth, the aroma wafting in front of my nose as I took a large inhale. I placed the food in my mouth as a slowly pulled the fork out, savouring the taste.

"It's decent" I said looking up at her as she stared at me her hands tightly clasped together. It was actually better than decent and it had a really nice feeling to it that couldn't quite put my finger on.

"Where did you get it?"

Riza looked surprised at the question as she stammered on trying to give an answer, looking around nervously.

"Where's the receipt?" I asked her saving her the trouble of having to come up with an answer but once again she had that same 'doe caught in headlights' look.

"Umm…. Well… you see….. I lost the receipt….. and before you ask me what shop I really don't know I was in such a frenzy to get back that I forgot to look at the name of the shop." She said giving an apologetic smile.

I watched her raising an eyebrow at her pitiful excuse, "just tell me. I said it was good didn't I?"

"Well actually you said 'decent'" she corrected as a slow smirk formed on her face.

"You want to know where I got it?" RIza asked, a sudden air of confidence surrounding her, I looked at her with an expressionless face as I waited for her to answer her own question

"I made it." she announce as she straightened her back and looked at me defiantly

"Well in that case… seems like you're going to be making my meals personally. I didn't know you cared so much. I'm so glad to have such a capable assistant." I finished a small smirk on my face as I went back to work.

RIza's POV

'What the hell just happened?'

I opened my mouth in protest but I was dumbfounded and closed my mouth again. How did he turn the situation to his advantage like that? I was trying to get him to admit to his praise for me and now I'm stuck being his cook.

I blinked a few times just letting the current situation slowly sink into me as I watched him go back to his work.

"You better finish it all if you want me to cook for you." I said glaring at him as I quickly walked out of his office and to my seat. I still wasn't 100% sure if he was actually expecting me to cook for him….

Oooooo0oooooO

It was getting late and I was the only office worker left in the building other than the one and only 'Mr Uchiha', I scrunched my face in disgust just thinking about his name. I wasn't quite sure how I was going to get home since it was late and I didn't want to disturb Hinata to come pick me up.

"I should really get a car." I mumbled to myself as tangled my hands in my hair thinking about how I was going to get home this late without getting mugged.

"Alright let's go." 'Mr Uchiha' said as he walked out of his office putting his blazer on,

I quickly picked up my folders and his lunchbox which surprisingly was completely empty as I followed closely behind him as we walked onto the elevator. 'Seriously what was the purpose of mellow elevator music?' I thought in annoyance, it just made everything so awkward. I watched the man standing next to me from the corner of my eye, his usual slicked back perfect ponytail that could put my hair to shame was slightly dishevelled today like he had ran his hands through it multiple times. He actually looked really stressed, the skin below his eyes dull.

We walked out the front doors as the watchmen said goodnight, I followed him to his car as I bowed while he got into his car and drove away.

I stood there for a few seconds before I headed to the main street getting my phone out to call a taxi.

Itachi's POV

"Damn it." I cursed as I looked at my rear view mirror before doing a U-turn, I was already half way home before I realised I had left the file on my desk.

As I got towards the main building I noticed Riza standing on the side of the road, I slowed down my car parking in front of her. "What are you still doing here?" I asked rolling down my window

"Umm…fresh air?" she said looking around

"Right. Do you need a ride?" I asked, it was night time and there was no one around at this time so it was dangerous.

"NO! I'm fine thankyou sir."

I looked at her surprised by her outburst, "well in that case I left a file in my office can you go get it?"

Riza mouth opened wide in outrage, "Are you serious?! We're after hours I don't have to do anything." She hmphed as she crossed her arms across her chest,

"Remember the deal that you can't finish until I have? Well technically I haven't finished." I said slowly as I smirked at her.

She glared at me before growling and stomping her way to the main gate, I watched her tiny stature making its way into the building. 'She was just too fun not to disturb her like that' he thought as his lips twitched up slightly.

She came back with the file in her hand as she passed it over to me, "get in the car." I ordered as I placed the file in the back of the car.

"Hah! I see what you're trying to do. If I get in the car you can still order me around because you haven't 'finished' yet. No I am not getting in the car sir. That would be inappropriate anyways." She said enunciating the word sir.

I really hadn't thought of it that way, I just wanted to give her a ride home without any hidden agendas. I do care for the wellbeing of my employees….. no matter how frustrating they are.

"Just get in the car otherwise I'll fire you." I glared at her as she glared back before slowly getting into the car, her body pressed as far into the door as possible as she watched me warily as I pressed the accelerator and drove off.

"So where do you live?"

"Like I'm going to tell you." She mumbled as she stared out the window,

"I need to get you home remember? Unless of course you don't want to go home." I said nonchalantly as I looked at her. Her face illuminated by the streetlights as a slow blush formed on her cheeks as she mumbled the address. I smirked at her, she was just so fun to tease.

We arrived at the front of her building but before she could get out I locked the doors, "w…what are you doing?" her eyes wide as she watched me while pulling the handle of her door. I unbuckled my seatbelt as I slowly leaned towards her, her back completely pressed against the door as she placed one hand in front of her trying to keep me away. I grabbed her hand as I slowly pulled her towards me, my other arm snaking around her waist. I leaned into her ear "now that's what you call inappropriate." I whispered into her ear as I let her go and pulled back unlocking the doors.

Riza sat their frozen in her spot for a few seconds before rushing to get out of the car and into her apartment. I let out a light chuckle as I drove off.

Riza's POV

I hurriedly closed my door as leant against it, my hand on my heart as I felt it beating rapidly, my legs slightly shaking. I ran my hand through my hair as I slowly made my way towards my room, 'so this is what that other guy was talking about when he interviewed me.' I thought as I changed and slowly got into bed, I could still feel that tingle that was there when his arm wrapped around my waist. I willed the event to go to the back of my mind and never show up again before falling asleep.

A/N: I COMPLETELY FORGOT ABOUT THIS STORY! AAHHHH *shoots self*

Riza and Itachi: we've been waiting a whole year to progress with our relationship and a hand around the waist is all we get?!"

Jinx: sorry guys I'll give you more close onscreen time ;)well… I'll try to :/

HOPE YOU ENJOYED THAT :)

JINX XD