Don't Let Me Go (Book 1)

Chapter 33

MARIA'S POV

Here I was running errands for the kings for the past three days. The only time they didn't bother me was when Bianca was around. From what I have noticed, Bianca was Logan's weakness. Everyone knew how protective he was of his twin sister. I guess even the devil king has a soft spot in his heart. I wouldn't be doing this if not for the fact that I have to survive for my family. I have to keep my job, I need to. There was no other way to pay Marshal. So I have to hold on and take it all in.

'' Maria!!!'' that familiar voice called from behind me, while I took out my textbook from the locker. I turn around to see Isabella and Martina standing at a good distance. Isabella had her arms crossed with a suspicious smile.

'' Yes? '' Martina scanned me from head to toe and smirked

'' Logan wants you to come to the rooftop '' She informs

'' Why? '' I frowned

'' Find out for yourself '' Isabella rolled her eyes

'' let's go '' Martina says to Isabella and with that the two walk past me to who knows where. I didn't think too much about it, after all, what was the worst he would do to me? Throw me off the roof? He doesn't have a reason to do so. Like Logan has a reason for anything. I stopped by the class to drop my textbook and my blazer. I didn't even know why I brought it. Due to the weather, student barely wears the blazer and the ones that brought it to school just play around with it or dump it in their locker.

I went straight to the rooftop. When I got there, I found Logan alone and this made my belly upset. What would he possibly want to do with me alone at the rooftop? Should I be scared? Yes, I should. But was I? No, I wasn't

Logan stood, leaning against the guard rail with his gaze focused below the building, backing me but not fully as I was given his side view. He observed the environment deeply with seriousness on his face, obviously he hadn't noticed my presence. I stood silently observing his perfect figure. In his uniform and his vape in one hand. I watched as he took in the smoke and exhaled after a few seconds, filling the air with smoke as white as snow. I always felt overwhelmed with irritation whenever I watched my father smoke, looking so out of place. But Logan was an exception, he made it appear like the most beautiful sight one would ever set their eyes on. How can someone this good-looking be so fricking annoying. He suddenly sighed and his shoulder dropped. This action had me hooked, I thought I had noticed something. Sadness I think but I couldn't read what it was because he suddenly turned around and spotted me. Like a shell. Everything went into hiding. '' Maria '' My name came out like a whisper. I didn't need to answer? '' how long have you been standing there '' he asked while taking little, little steps forward

'' Long ''

'' how long? '' I watched him continue to walk closer until he was now in front of me

'' Why? '' our gaze met '' scared that I saw the part where you wanted to commit suicide?" He frowned but it didn't last

'' Suicide? ''

'' You heard me well ''

'' Marie '' he took another step closer. Getting too close '' why would I want to commit suicide? '' giving a small smile, the flavour of the vape filled my nose, Fruits. Orange and pineapple '' with all that I have ''

'' who knows? '' I shrugged and his smile dropped

'' You... '' I cut him off

'' Why have you called me here Logan '' I have class in the next ten minutes so I shouldn't be here'' His gaze dropped to his hand and I followed to see the little device in his hand.

'' You shouldn't be taking that. It's not got for you'' Why did I say that? It will forever remain a mystery

'' Ha'' he snickered'' You have no right to tell me what to do Maria'' It took me a lot not to roll my eyes at him

'' Just the same way you have no right to invade my space and question my life activity and here you are, standing in front of me, clearly crossing the line'' His jaw hardened as we made eye contact again. We fell into silence, my gaze focused on those beautiful set of blue eyes. Logan suddenly leaned down, closing the very little space between us.

'' It is mine to invade Maria''

'' hh'' I couldn't help the little gasp that escaped my lips

'' I have told you to behave, didn't I? Don't test me, Maria?'' And what would he do if I did? Take away my job. Is he seriously going to keep this up? Wealthy kids indeed have all the time in the world.

'' Wh..why have you called me here Logan?''

'' Oh right '' he stood up straight while he casually threw his vape away '' I am hosting a yacht party tonight.. and you Maria, are the guest of honour '' The news came as a surprise. Why would I be invited to his party? What is he up to?

'' Sorry. But I don't attend parties and also I have a job to do '' I tell him '' I am sure it would be so much fun but it best you give this offer to someone else who will..... '' Logan took me by surprise, cutting me off, by leaning forward again Down to my level. And even closer than before.

'' Don't forget Maria '' he smiled. Eyes locked in mine, our faces were only inches apart. His breath was warm against my skin. He stared at me for a while, this his eyes slowly fell on my lips and I swallowed hard, remembering that day. The day we kissed. Why am I suddenly remembering that? '' I '' his eyes met mine once again '' I am your boss and you don't have to worry about work because you are going to be working ''

'' working? ''

'' Yes, Maria... You are going to be working '' with that he stood upright. Is he enjoying what he is doing right now? '' Lucas would text you the location and Martina would deliver your outfit ''

'' my outfit? ''

'' Yes... look pretty '' he said with that smile then walked past me. Leaving me alone to think. A yacht party he says. Work that he wouldn't be paying me to do but I have to do it anyway because he had the power to take away my job. This is not right

'' Logan!! '' I called, turning around. Logan had already reached the door but he paused at my call. I walked to him and said '' would I be paid extra for this '' he raised an eyebrow in confusion

'' Sometimes I wonder Maria '' he scanned me from head to toe'' are you psychologically alright... Is money the only thing in your head '' he gave me this puzzled look ''

'' You shouldn't expect me to be psychologically okay when I am surrounded by people like you ''

'' What!! ''

'' I work in your house which makes you my boss, I agree. But I can't keep allowing you to use me for your side mini jobs for free. This violates the employee's right ''

'' Ha '' he let out a short laugh, speechlessly '' Employee's right ''

'' Yes... so Logan, if you want me to work at your party. Then you got to pay me extra '' he frowned and stepped forward, away from the door and closer to me.

'' Maria '' he called

'' Yes Logan ''

'' I am in charge... I tell you what you do and you do it obediently '' Clearly upset and I could smell it in his voice

'' No Logan... Not if you don't pay well... I can not be working my ass off for you when it's your mother who pays me '' His face hardens. For the first time, Logan showed anger and didn't try to hide it.

'' Don't you fucking call her my mother '' he snapped. I observed him for a while then smiled

'' I see you are the type with Mummy issues ha ''