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glaring and Alex knew exactly why. “What? I didn’t do anything,” Alex said, putting on his angelic expression. Not that he needed to. The world misunderstood him, thinking he was as innocent as a baby. Aiden just shook his head and walked towards his office not seeing Alex poke his tongue out at him. Aiden’s temporary secretary saw it, though, and giggled; Alex just winked at her and walked away. He did have work to do after all.
     
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    Later that day, Aiden sat in his office ready to interview for the post of his secretary. “Mr. Reid, the interviewees are here, sir,” Jen said as she entered the office. In a flash, Alex was rushing through and he almost ran into Jen.
    “Oh Jen, my love, you look fabulous today. What luck that you fall right into my arms; you need to just ask, love. I am willing to keep you in them whenever you want!” He winked at her.
    He really is troublesome, Aiden thought. What does he want now?
    “I’m fine, Mr. Reid. Thank you,” Jen replied.
    Wait, is she blushing? Aiden rolled his eyes. Not again!
    Alex had made it his personal mission to flirt with every eligible woman in their company, and they all fell for him, hook, line and sinker. Aiden sighed deeply and folded his arms. “What is it, Alex?” He asked in a grim tone.
    “Jo is here. Please be nice to her. I checked out her credentials too. She is perfect,” Alex said. Everything was always perfect for Alexander Reid.
    “Who is Jo now? And I’m interviewing for my secretary, not yours. It’s up to me to decide whom I want to hire. Understand?” Aiden sighed as he shuffled through the pile of papers in front of him.
    “I know, but just give her a chance, okay? And her name is Josephine Winters. She’s a friend. Be kind!” Alex said and left.
    “Jen, send the first interviewee in please. Thank you,” Aiden said. Jen nodded and walked out.
     
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    Few hours later, Aiden had interviewed three young ladies. And they had only wasted his time. Somehow, they all seemed to be under the impression that he was looking for a new accessory for his office instead of someone with brains. Why can’t people be serious when it comes to work? He told Jen to send in the other interviewee just as his mobile started ringing. It was an unknown number.
    “Aiden Reid,” he answered the call.
    “Hi, Aidey, I just called to say that school is over and nobody is here to pick me up. I think Daddy and Momma are busy,” Aubrey hiccupped. He could sense that she was upset.
    “Angel, do you know where Ashton is?” he asked softly. Their brother was supposed to pick her up when their parents were busy.
    “No, he went out to his friend’s place yesterday. Are you coming to pick me up, Aidey?” She asked softly.
    “I’ll be right there, Princess. Give me ten minutes, alright? And don’t go anywhere,” Aiden replied as he raked his hand through his hair, messing it up completely.
    “Okay, I’ll wait for you. My teacher is here too, I’ll wait with her,” she said calming down a bit.
    “Yes, you wait with your teacher. I’m on my way. Bye.” Aiden ended the call and when he turned around he saw Jen waiting near the door and a young lady was standing next to her.
    Whoa, she’s beautiful. Wait, wrong time to have such thoughts. Baby Sis is waiting for me!
    “Mr. Reid, your next interviewee, Miss Winters,” Jen said politely and left.
    Wait, this was the girl that Alex was talking about?
    “Good Afternoon, Mr. Reid. I’m Josephine Winters.”
    She sounds amazing too.
    “Umm . . . Hello, Miss Winters,” he said. “I’m sorry, but I’m running late. I have to pick my sister up from school. Alex spoke to me about you. Well, he said he had seen your credentials. And I trust him.” Aiden didn’t really trust Alex, but he had good business sense and didn’t fool around when it came to work, so Aiden was hoping he had thought this through.
    “You’re hired!” He declared.
    “What?” She sounded