He barely ever made it to the date stage with his female companions. They were all usually so eager to please his physical needs that after a night in the bedroom, he'd lose interest quickly.
With Liliana, it was different. She spoke her mind. Maybe a little too outspoken for Mr. Cavalier's taste, but it was refreshing.
She was not as submissive as other women, and that intrigued Mr. Cavalier.
He figured he'd have to change up his routine, play his cards differently. But he would stop at nothing until Liliana stopped resisting him.
When Liliana walked back into the suite, she headed to the bathroom where she splashed some water into her face.
She looked over at her reflection and smiled relieved.
She did good not getting involved with her boss. She was a newbie at the company, and the last thing she wanted was to have her name floating around the company with the worse rumors.
Though, Liliana had to admit, she felt her heart flutter at the thought that a man like Mr. Cavalier could actually be attracted to her. That boosted her confidence for the day, but it also made her proud that she could resist him. He played on her crush for him, but she came out on top.
Liliana felt victorious.
After wiping her face and shaking her head with a smile, Liliana completed her quiz, then headed to her room for a much-needed nap.
She wouldn't wake up until a few hours later when Chamille knocked on her door.
Liliana opened the door and allowed Chamille to join her.
"Hey, I saw your note on the door. Did everything work out okay?" Chamille asked, her as they both sat down on the bed.
"Yeah, I just had to drop off his suit." Liliana explained, making sure to keep the details scarce.
"Alright, well I know it's late, but do you want to go grab a bite to eat? I know this little family-owned business just a few minutes from here." Chamille explained, and Liliana eagerly agreed just as her stomach growled audibly, which caused both women to laugh.
Dressed in simple Jeans and a black blouse, Liliana followed out after Chamille.
While they rode the elevator down, Chamille faced her and said, "so you aced your quiz, which I didn't doubt that you would. This means that the next training shift I will push you even harder. I'm sure Jenna told you that we're entering the busy season, which means if you continue at this pace, you'll go solo in no time, and that would be great because we need the helping hands." Chamille explained further.
"Awesome! I wouldn't mind, I'm enjoying the perks already right?" Liliana giggled, and Chamille nodded as they exited the building and began heading to the restaurant.
Even in the late-night hour, the streets of Rome were alive with late night diners, couples, and a few entertainers hoping to strike a few more bucks from passerbys before calling it a night.
It only took about 10 minutes to walk to the small homey restaurant, with dim lights and comfortable booths.
The ladies ordered a large pizza to share between them, and while they waited for their food, they made small conversation.
"So, tell me about yourself? What made you want to do this?" Chamille asked, and Liliana shrugged as she said, "there's not much to tell. I am an only child, with two loving parents. I mean I used to fly commercial as you know, but one day one of the passengers became super aggressive in first class. He touched me inappropriately and I kindly asked, him to stop. He did once again, and again I kindly asked, him to stop. The third time I asked, he pretty much threw my plea back in my face, and I ended up throwing a glass of water in his face. He got angry and demanded an apology. I refused, but because he was one of the sponsors for the company I worked for, I was forced to apologize by my boss. As soon as I submitted my apology statement, I sent in my resignation." Liliana explained as she frowned.
"Oh, don't look so disheartened. You did the right thing. Not everyone would've stuck up for themselves. I'm proud of what you did, and now you're becoming a valuable asset to this team." Chamille supported as she tapped her hand over Liliana's as a sign of comfort.
Liliana smiled and shook her head as she said, "Yeah, thank you. But enough about me, tell me about you."
"Well I am happily married, and the mother of two lovely twin boys." Chamille explained as she pulled out her phone and showed Liliana a few pictures.
"Oh my God look at those cutie pies!" Liliana squealed as she looked over Chamille's twin boys.
"Yeah, only if they could be as sweet as they look in that picture all the time." Chamille giggled, and Liliana noticed that her smile did not reach her eyes.
"Do you wish you could spend more time with them rather than work?" Liliana asked, carefully, hoping she wasn't crossing any lines.
"Yeah, but I have to help my husband out with the bills you know, plus since we're short staffed, I have to cover all the Mr. Cavalier trips because no one else wants to work with him. But hopefully that will change after you've completed your training." Chamille declared, a mischievous smile working its way on her lips.
"What?" Liliana exclaimed, almost choking on her saliva.
"You heard me. Trust me for the past 3 months, you're the only one who's managed to complete the first half of the trip without aggravating him, or him telling you to sit the rest of the trip out." Chamille stated, just as their pizza was delivered.
"Or the first to cry on the trip right?" Liliana questioned, though she felt Chamille's words were absolutely absurd. Liliana could barely keep it together around Mr. Cavalier, whenever he was around, she seem to turn into a babbling fool with no filter.
Liliana still couldn't believe that she called Mr. Cavalier a bastard... right in his face.
"See? You got it. But you know, he's not as intimidating to me compare to what others claim, I mean yeah he's a bit rusty on the manners, keeps conversations at a minimum, but that doesn't bother me much. Okay, so maybe he is a little strict with his routine, and wants everything done right, but once you learn his habits and system, it’s a piece of cake." Chamille spoke as if trying her best to convince Liliana.
"You really selling the Mr. Cavalier dream, aren't you?" Liliana asked, sarcastically, and Chamille rolled her eyes as she said, "Come on Lili, I mean would you be cruel enough to not allot these cutie pies more time with their mommy?" Chamille questioned as she pulled out the twins' picture once more, and after staring at it long enough Liliana caved with an "all right, I won't leave you hanging. I'll try to stick around as long as I can."
"Yes!" Chamille cheered, and Liliana rolled her eyes laughing as she said, "and how long have you been working on that speech for?"
"From the moment you began crushing on him." Chamille pointed.
"Wha- I am not crushing on him!" Liliana stated, shocked.
"Mmh hmm, if you say so." Chamille pushed back, and Liliana simply chewed on her pizza avoiding the back and forth with Chamille.
After their dinner, the women returned to the hotel.
Chamille had her shower first, then bid Liliana good night.
While Liliana stood in the shower, she found herself thinking back to what she told Chamille about her previous job.
Just the thought of the pervert who touched her made her skin crawl. Liliana shook her head as a lump formed in her throat when she remembered how low she felt when she had to swallow her pride and apologize for defending herself. No one should ever be placed in that position, but Liliana knew the sad reality that incidents like that occur way more often that she would like to imagine.
But as far as she was concerned, Liliana never wanted to feel that low again.