I Said His First Love Chapter 2

I Said His First Love Chapter 2

I settled my new puppy from the pet store

stroking its head. Money! Money! Good boy!” 

My phone rang. Ms. Carter, your application 

has been approved. When can you start?” 

Tomorrow.I hung up, kissing my little 

Samoyed. Lucky pup! The money’s really 

coming!The next morning, dressed in my 

power suit, I walked into Carter Corp. Wow

You’re Bella?A girl with a ponytail rushed over

I’m Jessica. I love your designs! Especially the 

Rose Poetrycollection! I can’t believe I’m 

working with you!I smiled. Thanks. That’s one 

of my favorites, too.After all, Ethan was the 

inspiration behind Rose Poetry. Jessica was 

enthusiastic, filling me in on company dynamics and office gossip. I quickly settled in. Two days later, Jessica burst over to my desk. Did you hear? The big boss is coming for an inspection this morning!Which big boss?Ethan Carter! And supposedly he’s bringing his girlfriend.Ethan and Chloe? I grabbed my makeup bag and headed for the restroom. I’d thought it 

would take time to get close to Ethan, but here was my chance. A reunion with an ex? Gotta look the part

The entire floor buzzed with anticipation

Finally, the department head escorted a man and a woman out of the elevator, and everyone fell silent. Ethan held Chloe’s hand, their fingers intertwined, the picture of intimacy. Jessica 

nudged me. Hey, what are you waiting for

The head wants the design team in the 

conference room!I snapped out of it and 

followed her. Ethan sat at the head of the table

his posture impeccable, his suit accentuating 

his broad shoulders. When we entered, he 

glanced towards the door. Our eyes met for

fleeting moment, and I wondered how he’d 

react. He simply gave me a cursory look, then 

looked away. Like I was a stranger. A pang of 

something akin to hurt hit me. I ignored it

found a seat, and sat down. The department 

head bowed and scraped. Mr. Carter, Ms. 

Sanders, the entire design team is here.Ethan 

raised an eyebrow at Chloe. Take your pick.” 

Chloe turned to us, smiling. Sorry to interrupt 

everyone, but Mr. Carter insists on personally 

designing my anniversary gift. So, we’ll need 

your help.Showoff. I smell the stench of 

く 

love,Jessica whispered. Hey, do you think you 

and Mr. Carter’s girlfriend look kinda alike? Or 

am I seeing things?Before I could answer

Chloe spoke. I heard Bella just joined us. Could 

I meet her?All eyes turned to me. I stepped 

forward, smiling. Hello, Bella Carter.Chloe 

looked surprised. I love your work! It’s amazing 

how much we look alike, and we have the same 

taste!” 

Provocation? Definitely provocation. So, Ethan’s 

little girlfriend wasn’t a pushover. Fine by me.

wasn’t exactly an angel. Yeah, it’s funny, after 

three years, Ethan’s taste hasn’t changed a bit.” 

I tucked a strand of hair behind my ear, met 

Ethan’s gaze, and added with a smile, He 

keeps coming back to this type.Chloe’s face 

fell. Ethan shifted uncomfortably, his dark eyes 

fixed on me, his voice laced with sarcasm

Unlike some people, I don’t flipflop and walk 

away without a second thought.My colleagues 

exchanged glances, their gossip radar going 

haywire. Bella, you’re such a kidder.Clearly 

wanting to end the conversation, Chloe stepped 

between us, blocking Ethan’s view. She forced 

a smile. Well, it’s settled then. Bella, you’ll be 

designing Ethan’s anniversary gift for me!She 

emphasized anniversary giftas if to 

underscore Ethan’s devotion. Too bad for her,

wasn’t even remotely bothered. You’re 

welcome. Remember the 30% upfront deposit.” 

Business is business. If they wanted me to 

work, they had to follow my rules. CEO’s 

girlfriend or not. The room fell silent. My boss

Mr. Henderson, glared daggers at me. I could 

practically read his mind: Audacious

Ungrateful.Ethan stood up, his tall frame 

radiating power. He scoffed. “Don’t worry, you’ll 

get paid.He turned and strode out of the 

room. Mr. Henderson sighed. “Bella, what did 

you see in Mr. Carter’s retreating figure?

feigned innocence. Tall, dark, and handsome?” 

Wrong! Furious! You have a golden

opportunity, and you’re throwing it away!He 

stormed off, leaving behind a mix of pitying and 

gleeful stares. Only Jessica seemed genuinely 

concerned. Bella, being straightforward is fine

but in the corporate world, you need to be 

moretactful.Me?I pointed at myself

confused. I’m plenty tactful.Jessica opened 

her mouth to say something, but my phone 

buzzed. An unknown number. I gave an 

apologetic smile and answered. A man’s voice

Ms. Carter, this is Mr. Carter’s assistant. He 

has something to say to you.Oh,I said. Are 

all CEOs this arrogant? Needs an assistant to 

relay a message?Silence. Then Ethan’s voice

tight with barely suppressed annoyance: Bella

if you want your deposit, unblock me.” 

I smacked my forehead. How could I forget

Ethan’s number and WeChat had been banished 

to my block list for three years. Time for a little 

fresh air. I unblocked him and looked up to see 

Jessica’s expectant gaze. Was that Mr. 

Carter? I was wonderingwhat’s your history?” 

I sighed. Exboyfriend. Ancient history.” 

Jessica’s jaw dropped. That evening, while 

walking Money, I got a WeChat transfer 

notification. An unlabeled contact, just the letter 

E. The profile picture was familiar, sparking

distant memory. That scorching summer, I was 

obsessed with the song Coral Sea. I hummed 

it constantly, even while walking down the 

street, and filled sketchbooks with ocean 

scenes. Ethan would always find a way to 

interrupt my drawing sessions. Back then, my 

cheeks were still chubby, and he loved poking 

them. You really like the ocean, huh? I’ll buy 

you an island someday so you can stare at it all 

day.I told you a million times, stop poking my 

face!The boyish Ethan grinned like a goofball

Your face is so squishy, like a groundhog.

scowled and drew a picture of a lonely figure 

on a deserted island. If you call me

groundhog one more time, I’ll maroon you on 

that island!Snapping back to the present,

stared at the familiar profile picture. Ethan had 

kept that drawing all these years. But he was 

terrified of waterMoney tugged at the leash

barking excitedly towards a pet store. The one 

where I bought his food and treats. You little 

rascal, you have a good memory.I scratched 

his head as he licked my hand. And good 

timing. Mommy just got paid. Let’s go 

shopping!Money strained forward, and

swiped to accept the transfer, sending Ethan a meme in return: [Boss is generous.jpg]

I Said His First Love

I Said His First Love

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