Dollface

Part 14

I was so angry that he didn't want me, that he wasn't interested in me like I was in him, yes he admitted he found me attractive but I found him attractive in every way of his character.

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Emily sauntered into my bedroom while I laid on my stomach and scribbled some lyrics that came to mind in my notebook, there wasn't much to do here that was just entertaining other than come up with some new song ideas to work on later.

Simon hadn't shown his face much around me today and I felt like it would be awkward the next time I'm in a room with him, I practically threw myself at him.

E: I want to go shopping.

She said with a sigh while I looked up at her and scanned her outfit, she was wearing a white crop top and high waisted pants paired with a pair of white Doc Martins. I bet my dad spent hundreds of dollars on that one outfit.

With a slight frown, I put my hands on the mattress and pull myself off of her.

I: Okay? Where are we going?

I started to ask, already putting on my shoes.

E: I don't know, but I talked to dad and he said we could go shopping today, no budget.
I: Wonderful

Putting a jacket over what I'm already wearing, I grab her hand and walk downstairs with her.

There, at the front door, the man who gave the compliments on my appearance during a conversation with Simon appeared.

E: This is Johnny, he's in charge of me, and actually has a personality different from that Simon.

Across from Johnny stood Simon, silent as night. I refused to even look at him, afraid that he would do the same. I was so embarrassed last night that I came to the conclusion that this was my last attempt and I should really just give up.

E: So Johnny, who's coming with us?

Emily asked excitedly, the man looked down at her with a slight smile, a rather friendly smile exactly.

J: I can't, I have a lot of stuff to cover with Mr. Gates so Simon was assigned the guard shift. So good luck, he's an asshole.

He joked, making me smile at his rather true comment. Simon however seemed unfazed and quietly walked out the door expecting us to follow him.

I: Please behave.

I warned Emily as we made our way to the driveway only for her to roll her eyes.

E: You need to let go a little, relax and get rid of that stick that's been stuck up your ass.

The drive was quiet and I had no idea where we were going. But eventually we arrive at a mall where Emily eagerly takes my hand and immediately heads to the first shoe store she could find.

For the entire hour we were there, Simon stood by with his arms crossed over his chest and the same angry look on his face.

E: Do you like these?

Emily spun around and checked her posture in the mirror, the heels she put on lifted her up at least five inches, this girl is crazy, I nod my head, I actually like the shoes even though they were so sophisticated for her.

I: I actually love them.
E: Aren't you going to try on some shoes?
I: I already did while you were flirting with the guy at the checkout who is at least five years older than you were.
E: What can I say? I like older men.

She lifted her chin with a big grin. Simon followed us after we paid and went into a denim store full of different colored jeans. It was my heaven.

I browse a rack of jeans, carefully running my fingers over the fabric until I hear a voice behind me.

?: I like your taste.

My head snapped towards the stranger behind me as I flashed a flattered smile, the man was tall, had the palest green eyes and beautiful dark skin. I see his eyes peering at the jeans in my hands as I admired his charm

?: I'm Darnel, I work at the shoe store you were in a few minutes ago and I just had to find you because you are truly beautiful.

I was surprised he could speak English considering we were in Italy and I could make out his thick American accent. I chuckle softly before moving a loose strand of hair behind my shoulders.

I: Thanks.

That's when I close my eyes on Simon. He looked at the man clearly trying to get my name out of me. Simon started stalking with his pressured gaze and immense anger and suspicion.

He reached us within a second and regardless of how he treated skin, he grabbed me by the waist and pulled me sharply away from Darnel.

S: You don't need to know her name. I suggest you leave her alone or engage with me.
D: Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't know she had a boyfriend.

Simon took his hands off my hips and led me and Emily out of the store. The jeans I had favored were lying next to an embarrassed guy who had the misfortune of running into Simon.