Confession time

Chapter 76 Confession time I stood tall inside my office has I sipped my coffee Somehow, Percy had managed to pull some strings and Crest Oils had decided to give me the very job they took from Royce. Christian had hinted that some members of the board had been skeptical about it because I had a close ties with Royce. Percy had then told them that I only moved close to Royce because I wanted revenge and they had accepted. After that I was sent the congratulatory message and I began work immediately. Dad doesn't like the fact that I was leaving to work at another company but I didn't mind. After everything that happened, I wanted nothing but freedom from the weight that came with handling the company. I was able to nip Murphy Allen's wings and stop him from eyeing any part of Jay Automobiles. Christian had tracked some of Royce's fraudulent activities to him and so,I threatened that I would go public with it if he refused to leave the company alone. As expected, he agreed to stay in his lane. 'This is it…freedom," I muttered as I inhaled the clean smell of air in the room. The atmosphere felt free from all forms of bad energy, worry or revenge. I have nothing to hide now. I could be myself without worrying about anything. Although Royce's case had been adjourned, the mere thought that he was behind bars eased my mind. A strong knock came on the door of my office, making me turn around. I drank the last drop of coffee and set the cup down. 'Come in," I said. The door opened to reveal no other than Christian. It felt like I wasn't doing enough to thank him for all he did because I knew how much of a help he was to me. The fact that he was always a step ahead of the enemies helped a lot and I certainly didn't take it for granted. I smiled warmly as I looked up to him but he didn't return the smile. I found it unusual that he'd do that and I got worried. Now that everything was in its place, there shouldn't be room for any gloomy expressions. 'Christian," I said as soon as he got to me. I noticed that although it was a work day,he had dressed casually. It was as if he didn't come for business at all. 'You look disturbed,is anything the matter?" I asked with genuine concern. 'Yes, I'm worried about something and it has to do with you," he said, causing me to frown at his blunt speech. 'I came because I have a lot of things on my mind. It has been like that for a while and right now, I might go crazy if I don't tell you." He said, The urgency in his voice and the seriousness on his face made my heart sink. My breathing pace increased as I became perturbed too. My heart wondered at what possible things he had to say and at the same time went to dad. Could something be wrong with him? 'You are scaring me, Christian. Tell me what I have to know. I promise you I can handle it," I said. He moved closer to me, the type of closeness he had never been in all the years I've known him. 'Myra, for over three years now, I've watched you rise from ruin. I saw how you stood with all of your heart to fight for the betrayal you went through in the hands of Royce and Britney. Not gonna lie,I admire your strength and resilience to get the needful done. That is why when Percy told me to give you all the help you I can,I was more than willing to help. As I got close to you,I realised that I wasn't only helping you because you needed the help or because Percy instructed me to, I was simply doing it because you've captivated my heart with all of you. To cut the story short, Myra,I love you. I've tried to stop myself from feeling this but I simply can," he said. Immediately after he finished his speech, I moved back in shock. Christian love me? For sure I know how meticulous he is about anything that concerned me but I never thought he'd have any underlying motive. 'This…is a huge surprise for me. I dunno if I'm ready to do this. Not yet…" I began 'Why?" He asked, with his dreamy eyes, looking cute. 'You are now free from all the troubles you had in your mind. Royce is tucked in a neat corner at the correctional centre. You have your name and position back. What else could possibly be holding you back?" 'It's more than that, Christian," I said. 'Yes, I've accomplished what I hoped to but I'm still not ready for whatever you are proposing. It took me three years to get ready to face my fears and almost an additional year to put everything in its space. I don't think I want to love…or even be loved by anyone yet," I added, looking him straight in his eyes. His eyes softened a bit,as if he suddenly understood where I was coming from. I could see that he felt sympathy towards me as he sighed deeply. 'Ok, even if you can't give me an answer now. I want you to know that I love you with all of my heart and I'd give anything to make you mine." The sincerity in his voice made my heart warm. I knew at that instance that I too had gotten used to him in a certain way. The only difference is that mine was platonic. 'You are a good guy, Christian. You are every woman's dream. However, all I want right now is to get away from all of these. I want to think about myself without worrying about anything or anyone at all. I'm sure you get what I'm saying." 'Yes, I do and I hope you get the peace of mind that you want. You are an amazing woman Myra. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise," he said and I nodded, with tears swelling up in my eyes. A part of me wanted to hug him to myself but I knew doing that would probably send mixed feelings, so I stopped myself. He took one last look at me and tucked his hands in his pocket pockets and turned around, leaving me in the room with my thoughts.