Chapter 33: Chapter 33

Maxwell held my hand and we walked into the building holding hands for the first time. I could already tell that Maxwell likes me, but that isn't the reason, he was holding my hands that way, he knows that I was worried, I don't know if he too could see that I was with child, but the way he was treating me, is like that of an old woman, with a great eye, to see beyond what young people could see.

We had barely sat down, before he arrived, and Maxwell, with the other supervisory head in the different department of the company had to leave, to go and walk him in. I frowned at the act, because I don't like a boss like that, who will always want people to be on their toes all the time, because of him.

He walked in, and he kept waving, until he was standing in front of us all. I stayed behind one of the old staff, who seem to want to get the boss's attention. She reminds me of Sandra, but I quickly shook the thought away. She must be so happy to have Craig all to herself, especially since Craig have not bothered calling or messaging me for the past month.

The first month I left, he was calling and pleading, but since this month, that I started feeling sick, I kind of needed support. This time, would have been when I needed him to call and maybe console me the way he would have, then he stopped calling, "but I don't care, I have moved on with my life". I tried to convince myself.

"It is good to be back". I heard his hard voice, and my thought was distracted. I looked up at him and our eyes met, which scared me.

In this crowd, how did he notice me?

From what I have seen so far, you have all been doing very well". He added, and the staff applauded, then he gently said his next statement, which cracked everyone up, including me.

And you have all also been playing. I have noticed also some lapses, and you know I don't like lapses. If we encourage lapses, how am I supposed to pay you? I need you all to be up and doing. Do not leave files undone, make sure the day's work, is not carried to the next day, instead, you will be giving our competitors the upper hand, and our target customers, will go to them". He says and I nodded.

I have also told Maxwell that before, but so far, I have taken my time to look around the other departments, Maxwell's department have been doing very well, especially since I work as the supervisor, I don't give such chance, I make sure they all finish their work, which helps us dispatch goods earlier the next day. And as if he read my mind, he says.

"Those in the grain package department, have been up and doing, and I am going to increase the salaries of every one of them, for their result, and finance, shows that, they are not taking my production company for granted". He said and the cheer, started coming from the opposite side, I looked and noticed that out of fear, I left my department and it's members, to a different one. My eye met with Maxwell, and he winked at me. I smiles, for he seems relaxed finally.

I was happy about the increase, but for how long will I hide myself?

Finally, I will give each department a task, the department that is able to deliver before the end of the day, will be greatly rewarded. The supervisors of each department, should come to my office, I will hand the task to them. Let the heads take a little break". He says and I could feel my heart racing, I had to hold my tummy. It felt like the drink Mary gave me have wear off, and could no longer keep me relaxed, He had said everything he needed to say, and everyone had started going back, but I was still standing there, until Maxwell pulled me by the hand, and led me away.

"Are you okay? He asked me in the hall way.

"I don't know, but what task do you think he would give. Any ideas? I needed a heads up, since he has worked with him for long.

"Samantha. Why do you worry so much, since you came, we have been doing very well in our department. I don't regret bringing you in, yet everyone thinks our growth is my doing. Now is the time for you to be noticed. You have great ideas, and you will do great, you just need to calm down and focus". He says and I nodded my head. He pulls me into his arms, consoling me, when the boss showed up, and he immediately disengaged from me. I bowed to the boss and also walked away.

I sat down, waiting for when I will hear him call my department, but he didn't, he called all the other departments, and only called ours last. When I got into his office, I was calmer, and he had a smile on.

"I don't think I have met you before, please introduce yourself". He says and I inhaled heavily, swallowed hard, before starting.

"My name is Samantha Royce". I gave him the last name, which was that of my parents. I told him a few things about my self, and he just kept nodding his head. He didn't look as harsh as Maxwell had told me he is. He even joked with me, he made me laugh, asking me some questions about how best, he could beat his competitors, and I told him a few things, especially about going round the other departments. I told him he could switch supervisors, or their heads, to different department, so they don't get too comfortable, in a particular department, and that soon, he will figure out, the one that can be in a particular place longer.

"Then I guess that should be your first task, instead of the task I wanted to give to you. You will go to the production factory and supervise them". I regretted giving him that suggestion immediately, but I couldn't say anything, I needed the money, but the factory might not be too good for my baby, but I was not about telling him that, so I just accepted, hoping to do my best for the company. I was about to leave, when he stopped me half way, by the door.

And Mrs Samantha?

"Yes sir. I turned immediately, flipping my hair backwards.

"We don't allow office romance here. I have noticed you and Maxwell, whatever that was, please end it, or one of you will have to quit your job here". That must be his harsh side. He suddenly looked mean, I wanted to tell him that Maxwell was just a friend, but he wouldn't understand, so I just nodded my head and left. Behind the other side of the door, I heaved a sigh of relief, then went straight to work.

I told Maxwell everything and he looked sad. I know he would miss me, but we are still going to be in the same company, and I would be more than willing to assist him anytime. He is a true friend indeed.