The Devil with a Halo (On hold)

Chapter 11 - No Shame

--No Shame--

My things were soon delivered, and as soon as I got hold of them I got rid of Diego's shirt. I changed into my jeans and black t-shirt. My hair coloring kit was not there, which really disheartened me. I don't want my hair to go back to their original color, especially not now when I am going to be living with Diego.

For first time in a long time I had nothing to do. I've always found it easy to burden myself with work but now thanks to one jerk, I was jobless. 

This penthouse was huge and it constricts my freedom and breath. I felt like a caged bird though I wasn't technically caged. I could easily move out and have my own way, only if the security wasn't this tight. 

Whenever I see out of any of the many windows of this house, all I would see is numerous black suite-clad bodyguards; Bodyguards who would look up as soon as they would sense me looking out. For god's sake, can no one even enjoy the view outside now?

I was definitely infuriated with Diego. He has enclosed me in his stupid penthouse with nothing to do. I wasn't exactly big on reading after I left my home. Books bring back memories and makes me nostalgic. More than that, they made me fall in love with fictional characters who I know I don't have a chance with.

I was sick of watching TV, I don't see what's the hype about 'Games Of Thrones' really is. I so wish I could see reruns of 'Castle' or 'Friends' but I couldn't. For god's sake I don't even know the place's WiFi Password. How is one supposed to feel at home somewhere when they don't even know the place's WiFi Password? 

It wasn't like all my anger was directed towards Diego, though it should given what an inconsiderate jerk he is. I was somewhat agitated with myself too, mostly at how easily I gave in. How easily I agreed with Diego for the sake of my own life's safety when I don't even care about it.

My phone started ringing, and the way it echoed in the empty house made me realize how alone I really was..

 I looked at the caller ID and the screen flashed George's name.

"Hey, George." I greeted him, feeling surprisingly elated.

"Why aren't you in the office today?" He asked, ignoring my greetings. He sounded slightly irritated, I wonder why..

"Oh well.." I trailed off, thinking of a believable lie, "I am sick." Of course, I have to use the most cliche one.

"Are you all right? Do you want me to come over?" He asked, and there were faint traces of something which was a cross between irritation and concern. 

"No!" I exclaimed loudly, I cleared my throat and continued more cautiously this time. "I mean..no. I am fine, just need some rest." I can't let him know where I am for obvious reasons. 

"Are you sure?" He asked and I nodded. Quickly realizing he can't see me, I replied with a simple "Yes." 

After a few minutes of mindless office gossip, I finished the call. Something was definitely off about George today. He sounded strange. He sounded strangely disappointed and annoyed. But, maybe I am reading just too much in between the lines. 

The whole day, the only thing I did was to eat and bore myself to death. I could have kept myself easily occupied by roaming around his penthouse but the idea just didn't sound appealing. Who knows what I might find in this penthouse? And what nostalgia and pain they will bring? The wedding portrait I saw earlier today brought me enough memories to last a lifetime.

It was exactly 7:25 p.m. when Diego barged in through the main door. He looked exhausted and beaten probably from the day's work. 

Looking at his face made something flip inside my stomach. He looked dead but his eyes were so lively. His hair was a mess but they still complimented him. On the whole, he looked so good that he can get any woman's hormones going wild and I was no exception. 

My only advantage was I knew what he was behind that handsome face. A Devil.

"Why are you staring at me like that?" Diego asked raising an eyebrow, I face-palmed myself mentally.

So, so stupid, Skylar.

"I wasn't staring at you." I tried my best to keep my tone as flat as I could.

"Fine." He said and I was about to let out a sigh of relief when, "But why are you blushing then?" He asked and there was an arrogant smirk very much evident on his face.

"I am not blushing." I defended myself.

"Tell that to your bright red cheeks." His smirk grew wider and now he started staring at me. And it was not comfortable. 

Those green eyes should come with a warning: Don't look at us or you will be mesmerized.

"Why are you staring at me now ?" I asked him, aware of his eyes roaming all over me, from head to toe.

"Ogling would be a better word." My eyes widened at his words.

"Do you have no shame?!" I couldn't help but exclaim loudly. 

"What am I supposed to do with shame when I can have much more fun being shameless?" This man is so incorrigible. 

Diego is just too much for me, actually he is just too much for anyone. I can't believe once I was...No, we are not going there, Skylar. My conscience chided me. 

"I really wish you would just get rid of your hair color completely. Those red cheeks will look better with your--" He was interrupted by his phone ringing. He certainly wan't pleased with the distraction but picked up the call nonetheless, but not before rolling his eyes.

"Hello?" He said and then listened to whatever the other person was saying on the other line. He walked to the other side of the living room, away from me. I was quite curious to know what the call was about but I kept my curiosity in check. 

A few minutes later, he came back looking grim and tensed. His eyes were solely trained on me. This can't be good.

"Did I ever tell you what a big asshole your brother is?" He asked me and although I should get offended, all I could reply was.

"What did he do this time?" 

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