listening intently Candice, are you mad about something? You’re kinda tense…
Nah, just got some weird news today. The CEO, he's been acting different lately.
Well, he's been coming up to me more often, trying to start conversations, asking about my personal life. It's...it's weird.
No, it's not like that. I mean, he's a powerful guy and all, but I'm not interested in him. It's just...creepy.
well if you don’t want to pursue anything then you have to tell him that you’re not interested.
Yeah, I told him that. But he still keeps pushing, making things awkward at work. I don't know what his deal is.
maybe he really likes you or maybe he’s just being his usual weird self.
sighs Look, Rose, I appreciate your advice, but this is my job. I can't afford to deal with his weirdness.
okay let’s just say you start avoiding him right now
Avoiding him? Seriously? That's all you got, Rose? Look, I can handle this myself, alright? I don't need you telling me what to do.
i’m not telling you what to do i’m helping you find a solution.
rolls her eyes Yeah, well, maybe I don't need your help. I've been handling things just fine on my own.
sure but he’s going to keep bothering you unless you confront him.
pauses, takes a deep breath Alright, fine. Maybe you're right.
you approach the CEO hello sir I’ve been having a lot of issues with you constantly talking to me. I think it’s best if we don’t talk at all
stands tall, speaks directly Look, I appreciate your interest in me, but I've made it clear that I'm not interested. I need you to respect my boundaries and stay away from me. If you have any concerns about work, let's discuss them professionally. That's it.
he responds I’m sorry I was just trying to be nice and it seems like i crossed the line
nods curtly Apologies accepted. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have work to attend to.
walks away from the CEO, muttering under her breath That guy never learns a damn thing. Thinks he can just charm his way out of everything...
sits down at her desk, takes a moment to catch her breath Finally, some peace and quiet. That CEO is always good for a headache.
yea better to focus on work right now
opens her laptop, starts checking emails Yeah, better to focus on work. Let's see what's on the agenda today.