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I’d also learned that the administrative building was in Mid-Manhattan, focusing on software and light assembly. While the manufacturing and testing facility was in Nassau County, Long Island, holding the prototyping and testing lab.
I muttered another thanks before alighting. As opposed to the first time I was here, I soaked in the beauty of the building.
The building was fifteen stories tall, and had a design that left my mouth hanging momentarily. Made with gunmetal panels and glass, the building gracefully curved inside as it rose.
Sheesh. If sleek was a building, then this was it.
As I approached the entrance, a large kinetic sculpture made of polished steel gently swayed in the breeze. The sculpture was a long rod made of steel that stemmed from another box-like steel on the ground.
The familiar sound of the robotic voice hit me when I stepped into the expansive lobby. Subtle yet echoing.
"Welcome to Thorne’s industry, a leader in robotics innovation. Please visit the front desk if you're here to see someone or want to learn more about our company."
The same words constantly filled the air, and I wondered if the announcement was around the clock.
Right, the front desk. My feet tapped against the marble floor as I walked.
I groaned inwardly when I saw the red-haired receptionist. She wasn’t very receptive the last time. Hopefully, she was in a better mood today.
I walked up to her.
“Hello, I’m here to—”
“I remember you.” Her overly thin brows scrunched. “You're that lady that ran away into the conference room.”
Yes. Not my proudest moment. Her voice was monotone, and she eyed me with a look I couldn’t decipher. I couldn’t tell if she was mad or not.
I cleared my throat. “I’m Mr. Th—”
“Mr. Thorne’s new personal secretary, yes.” She looked like she was stifling a yawn. “You’re already registered as an employee. His office and yours are the only ones on the top floor.”
She returned her attention to the computer. I took that as my cue and headed towards the elevator. The door opened to reveal a bald-headed guy with glasses. I resisted the urge to raise my brows.
He looked to be in his late twenties. I’d never seen a bald young guy. It was usually older men.
“…so umm, you gonna come in or what?” He scratched the back of his neck meekly.
Oh. I thought…
“Sorry.” I quickly entered.
Grey eyes turned to me. “What floor?”
“Top.”
“I’m going to the fifth.” He pressed the keypad before wiping his hands on his dark trousers. He was about five-foot-seven, neither chubby nor skinny.
“My name’s David. I work in the engineering department.”
The administrative building housed Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, Information Technology, Legal, and facilities management. Then, the Engineering, Software, Mechatronics, and Quality assurance were on separate floors.
It was nice to meet someone other than the receptionist.
“Evie,” I smiled.
“Evie?” He broke into a grin. “That’s a unique name.”
I could feel the awkward silence, but thankfully, the door dinged, and his smile brightened. “I'm guessing you work with the CEO?”
