Chapter 13

Kristen’s POV

“Today’s going to be different,” I told myself, looking at my reflection in the mirror.

 Giving myself pep talks while staring at various reflective surfaces seemed to be my morning ritual now.

 I had woken up feeling reasonably happy, and I hoped that the feeling would last through the day.

 I was wearing a pencil skirt and a collared blouse with billowy sleeves. 

It was perhaps a little much for a personal assistant, but I wanted to feel confident today.

 I had worn my hair down and added a little mascara and eyeliner for extra effect. 

I walked into work feeling positive for the first time in ages.

 I was going to take control of the situation, I told myself repeatedly as I walked to my desk.

 I was not going to let Jake’s attitude bother me one bit. 

I was going to do my job, be professional, and allow him to vent out whatever frustrations he was working through