Chapter 8

Rosalie's POV:

I've always known I slept like a dead corpse and of course I came to that analysis after tons of experience, not that it can be helped simply because unlike some I go to heaven the minute my brain decides to shut down.

To bad this habit will be the main input to my ambush someday which unfortunately seems to be today seeing that I open my eyes only to be greeted by unfamiliar cream white walls and I can bet a liver that my room has always been Sunbright yellow. My first instinct is to get up and run but the some what familiar male scent coating the bed keeps me in place and I'm pretty sure that sounds absurd but trust me this scent truly is intoxicating, well that was until I heard footsteps on the other side of the room did I realize how much I truly treasure my life more than some arousing male scent.

Briskly and quietly rolling out the bed while looking around for an object I could use to my defence I search and search only to find non, having no time to throw a search party as the footsteps were getting louder leaving me to the conclusion that the kidnapper has gotten closer I decide to put my hands to use. Out stretching my hand back so that I can throw a heavy blow I wait for the perfect moment to swing it over but abruptly let my hand fall transfixed when I hear a knock on the door.

"since when do kidnappers knock?" I whispered bewildered and totally caught off guard.

"Rose, you awake?" came a familiar voice on the orther side of the door.

"Giovanni!?" I whisper yelled at the same time swinging the door open. Never would I have imagined that seeing a person I barely know would bring such joy within me as the minute I saw Giovannis face instead of some creepy scar faced man I imagined to be my kidnapper my whole body seemed to relax from the tense posture it was craft in. Letting out a deep breath I slowly drop to the floor while uplifting my hand towards my heart trying to calm it down.

"Umm...you okay?" he uttered. His words coated by an emotion I could not discern might I add this man is totally unpredictable.

"where am I ?" I asked my memory still to hazy to come up with a proper explanation as to how I ended up here.

"My apartment" he answered way to causally like those two word waited nothing on his tounge but unlike him That had me looking up at him so fast I'm shocked my neck and head are still intact.

"your apartment?" I repeated wondering if I heard right but got my answer when I looked around and noticed the interior design was some what close to mine meaning we still were in the building.

"yes my apartment and before you come up with any funny assumptions just know that you being here was the only option," he pointed out as he turned and walked out on me but not before saying "find your way out."

"Is that all the explanation I'm getting?" I retorted in total disbelief but he was long gone which angered me but for some reason felt like I should be nothing but grateful to this cold blooded creature.

Taking in my surroundings I noticed how all his belongings looked rather expensive which made me wonder as to what he did for a living, as I've never witnessed him leaving the building nor hear him mention of any retail business or any specific business for that matter but I just shrugged it off as I believe it is in my best interest if I tried not to pry into people's matters so with that thought in mind I quickly scan the room for a specific fluffy slippers which I spot within a humongous glass cabord which might I add carried several orther pairs of designer shoes.

Long gone was the thought of minding my own business as know that I actually take the time to look around this place more intensively I notice that despite having a bit off similarities with the interior design his seemed like it went through a full out renovation. The traditional white tiles implanted in every apartment which might I add has gone brown over the years have been replaced with porcelain tiles is this specific house hold. Unlike the crappy ceiling residing within my apartment which becomes a huge burden when the sky decides to let out unshed tears this one here had been repared to its best, as for the walls, doors and etc It had been either painted or fixed.

The house wasn't anywhere as fancy as the Forster mansion but compared to the rest of the apartments within this building it truly did stand out as the best. I must say that this building surely doesn't deserve the monthly rent we pay for it well except for Giovanni's place his one's an exception, I wonder in which planet had I been when the apartment OPPOSITE MINE had gone through such a renovation but then again our landlord wouldn't want to alarm the tenants who would then question his decision as to why they apartments hadn't undergone a renovation too.

As I said had mentioned earlier this flat basically has one interior design so It wasn't really hard finding my way out seeing that just like my apartment the door leading outside was through the sitting room. The only problem was finding the keys to unlock the last obsticle standing between my way and freedom. After several minutes of searching yet having no luck I simply decide to seek for Giovanni to open up which I tell you wasn't much of a good idea as I wonder off to where I guessed the second bedroom would be located, only to find Giovanni going out the room with a towel wrapped around his waist while trying to reach for the doorknob on the left side which no doubt is the bathroom but stoped upon seeing me.

"you still here " he asked rather rudely.

"Um....umm...Well...the..."I said pointing back at the kitchen suddenly having a problem constructing a proper sentence. I best believe the reaction of another woman currently in my place wouldn't differ as this man before me is a walking temptation and a sinful one at that. The rise of his eyebrow succeeded in snapping me out of my lewd thoughts as I realized I had openly been staring at him, averting my eyes else where out of embarrassment I let out a awkward chuckle which I thought would make things less awkward but as my misfortunes would have it he ends up giving me werid look which should I say did it.

I briskly turn around and walk away hoping I find the keys somehow as I could not deal with the awkward atmosphere I was engulfed in. Unfortunately for me after probably 15-20 minutes of searching for ordinary house keys the thought of finding them suddenly Seemed almost impossible so deciding to call it a quites I simply sit on the floor near the door like a lost puppy and await for the arrival of Giovanni.

As much as the tought of relaxing on my OWN bed seemed exhilarating I really didn't mind staying here for a bit seeing that I had no plans for today as it is currently Sunday, well normally I would be preparing for church but I guess it wouldn't hurt missing it this once so with that thought in mind I lay my head against the wall as I try to relax before closing my eyes and letting darkness over take my vision.

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"Rosalie, rose , rose?" came a soft voice that I was immediately drawn to. Squeenting my eyes to clear my vision I was met with a pair of grey eyes staring down at me which was reminder that I was still in Giovannis apartment.

Outstretching my right hand towards him in which I got a raised eyebrow in return I slowly mumbled that I wanted to be pulled up, after a moment of hesitation he finally took my outstretched hand and pulled me up rather forcefully, which made me wonder as to why I even asked him in the first place seeing that I landed on the floor yet again and he either pretenderd not to see or knowingly just walked away from the scene and later on came back with something that looked like keys.

"At least he did something right," I mumbled lifting myself up.

"firstly I'll act as if I never heard that and secondly I suppose you were looking for these." he said before uplifting the keys before my eyes as it hung on the tips of his fingers.

"Umm...yes," I squeaked out heading towards the door. He later on approached the door and inserted the key into the keyhole before swinging the door wide open he then gestured for me to head outside which I did before gracefully leaning against the door frame waiting for God knows what. Awkwardly walking to the apartment opposite his which is mine by the way I easily uplift my right hand as I briskly leave three hard knocks on the door and wait for either mom or dad to open up, yet again I'm disappointed to find that after probably 20 minutes of knocking no reply is being received.

"seems like they locked you out," giovanni stated, Which unnerved me but unfortunately is an irrefutable fact, turning to face him while carrying a half baked smile

"thanks for your concern but you may now leave," I stated trying to not show my irritation.

"Don't mistake my boredom for care," he uttered while slowly sliding his hands through his pockets before walking away.

"Oh and feel free to enter my apartment when realization hits but don't make yourself too comfortable after all you In a foreign household."

"Thanks but I'll pass." I declined to which he shrugged his shoulders before shutting the door, Sighing out loudly I slid down down the wall as I put my head between my head.

"Thanks but I'll pass." I mocked out imitating myself self.

"what was that rose," I mumbled as I facepalmed myself letting out yet another sigh as I wondered as to when I begun letting pride overtake my needs. I knew my parents wouldn't comeback any time soon as it more like a tradition that every Sunday we would church then head up to my grandmother's house where we, including all my moms bothers have a feast and spend time as a family so them coming home anytime soon is out of the question so is money.

I literally have nothing on me which is quite sad by the way but I guess it is what it is, pulling myself up despite my tummy protesting I decided to make my way to the park which is a 5 minute walk from this flat just so I could pass.

My moments at the park were always blissful probably due to the little kids who ran around smiling and laughing to their hearts contnet seeming to have to no worry at all, key word: "seeming". I for one find the thought of kids lives being worry free ridiculous for I might not have met a child going through hell but I do believe they are kids out there who have something to worry about.

A certain child on the swing caught my eye for unlike the other kids he sat quietly slowly swinging back and forth as his eyes shun wistfully. I thought of approaching but what good could I possibly do, depress him more than he already is after all I myself am a depressed soul, but that thought immediately vanished the minute we made eye contact. Taking a steady breath, I form a gentle smile which lucky he smiles back to, not a genuine one but I was glad he tried.

Uplifting my hand I quickly gestured for him to come over but he quickly shook his head which made my smile drop almost immediately. Smiling back at him hoping he got the message behind my smile which meant "it was ok" I averted my eyes towards a couple who were all smiles and from the looks of it they sure we're enjoying their time together which brought a smile to my face but also reminded me of my non existent love life. Flashes from last night at the rooftop with giovanni sunddley started to surface and surprisingly I didn't mind at all after all it did help mend up old scares though I cringed at the memory of crying with no care in the world.

"I once did mention that staring is rude did I not," came a familiar voice on my right hand side. Briskly turning to the voice I was met with Giovanni's face yet again.

"Did you follow me," I asked suspiciously.

"Don't flatter yourself besides its been 3 hours since you left my apartment." he uttered seeming uninterested in this conversation or so he protrayed.

"I'll take your word for it," I said turning my attention to the kids around who had now settled down for a snack which made my stomach growl quite loud. Swallowing my pride I turned to Giovanni who had already been looking down at me making me look back down almost immediately like the pathetic person I always tried not to be.

"you have something to say?" Giovanni asked. Mastering up the courage to face him and what I was about to ask I begin speaking before all courage us lost.

"Umm...well...the offer you had offered me earlier on is it still up?" I asked him in a voice so low I thought he wouldn't hear but surprisingly did.

"well..well," he smirked while crossing his arms.

"I'm one who hardly gives second chances but I guess you can be an exception," he uttered his voice accompanied by an Italian accent and a smirk way to cocky for his own good. I wasn't in any position to reprimand him after all beggers can't be choosers so quietly mumbling a thank you we walked the remaining 4 minutes back to the flat/building.

I couldn't help but look at my apartment as we reached the building as it somehow felt like mom or dad would miraculousy barge out while while carrying an expression that displays nothing but worry seeing that's we haven't crossed paths since yesterday afternoon but I knew that was just wishful thinking. Turning around and walking in after Giovanni a few more steps was taken before he suddenly turned to towards me and asked...oh wait ordered me to take a shower and had informed me that all I needed would probably be in the bathroom before walking his into the room I had slept in last night and came back with one of his shirts which he THREW while mumbling that the kitchen is all mine beforewalking away. I simply find it hard to comprehend how a kind act Can be done in a cold way and didn't he say I shouldn't make too comfortable I thought puzzled.

Compared to times I take a shower this had to be the shortest seeing that I was only in for about fifteen minutes that is probably due to the fact that I was alone with a man I barely know not that I thought he would make a move or anything but it's better safe than sorry so with that thought in mind I led myself out the bathroom and into the kitchen where I debated for a minute or two on weather to open the fridge or not but got my answer the minute my stomach let out a loud growl.

The fridge was fully packed with someone brands I never knew existed, deciding to go all out I made a couple of sandwiches to which I ate while making dinner which consisted of a Sunday roast with Yorkshire pudding. Cooking is something I loved to do and whiteout dout knew I was good at it, though it isn't something I look for doing in the near future as I loved cooking In more of a hobby way than a career, yet still every ounce of love pours out into every dish I make.

I had finished plating for both giovanni and I though he hadn't asked for it, just as I'm about to go searching for him he makes his way all to casually in to the kitchen before going through the fridge and takes out a water bottle he then makes a move to leave but the clearing of my throat stops him dead in his tracks.

"what," he uttered annoyed as his eyes bored into me.

"I made dinner," I pointed to the two plates settled on the kitchen counter to which he surprisingly sat down, said a little prayer before digging in. Sitting on the opposite side of him I tried making a conversation while eating but his one words answers was more than enough to tell me that he wasn't interested.

"Insolent child" I thought as I resided to quietly finishing my food. He finished up before me as he stood up mumbled a thank you before dropping his dish into the sink, a few minutes later I too stood up to drop my plate into the counter but suddenly but was suddenly hit by a dizzy wave and if it wasn't for Giovanni who held me up I was surely going to end up on the floor.

"you ok?" he asked which I answered with a quite yes. The jingling of keys that was heard on the outside caught my attention.

"seems like they back," I pointed out while steading myself with the intention of washing all the dishes I had used before making my way home but Giovanni had the declined with the excuse of having a house maid who comes in every monday. He then handed me the keys to open up and just as I opened the door I was met with my mom who carried a worried expression but quickly dissapeard the moment we made I contact.

"where have you been youngblady!?" my mother asked her voice rising with every word, My father simply stood beside her showing no interest what so ever.

"Could you imagine the embarrassment I felt when they questioned me as to where you are and I had totally no idea!?, And I bet they now think of me as a woman who's unable to keep her daughter in check?" My mom growled out while resembling a ticking bomb. The look of worry I had witnessed earlier on was nothing more than an illusion cause clearly all the fuss she's currently creating is nothing but but a grudge she holds against me for making her look bad in front of all my family members. It was rather impossible to utter a word not cause I refused to but simply because the chances weren't given to speak, some how despite all that I was quite happy to be scolded.

Maybe it was the fact that she finally payed attention to something I had done but unfortunatly the blissful feeling came to an end sooner than I would have wanted as my vision became hazy and the dizziness had returned. suddenly my mom had gone mute and her eyes enlarged together with dad who had seemed totally uninterested in the drama had a look of shock while staring at something behind me, turning around I was met with giovannis face which in my opinion wasn't something to be shocked about but just as I turn back to look at my parents a splitting head ache strikes me before my world suddenly starts turning.

"Mr Giovanni De...," was all I heard before my brain completely shut down making me fall into a pair of strong arms.

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