Linda called me and let me know that I got the job. I GOT THE FUCKING JOB! I am beyond ecstatic. But one thing was bothering me since I had that conversation with Mr. Laverne regarding my job. How could he trust someone as young as me with his young and beautiful granddaughter? Me, a young guy, with raging hormones! Not that I am saying that I am a pervert and will try to grope her or something, but logically speaking, shouldn't he be wary of stuff like that?
But I guess I shouldn't question it. I need the job and I need the money. He did promise me a large amount of money. Much larger than I expected. I wonder how difficult it was to deal with Rose Laverne if they were willing to pay this much money to take care of her.
I got dressed in my nicest clothes and headed to the mansion.
"Ah, Liam you've arrived," Linda said in an unusually cheerful tone. She even smiled at me. Well, that's just weird. "Please come in. Mr. Laverne had been waiting for your arrival."
I went inside and greeted him. "Your background information came back squeaky clean. Are you sure you are up for this job?" he asked.
Huh? Was he hoping I had a criminal history? What kind of man was he exactly?
"Yes sir," I said.
"Great. Now I must warn you. Rose is not your typical young woman. You'd have to be stern with her. Do not let her push you around. And do not get intimidated. She can smell your fear," Mr. Laverne said.
Just who the fuck was this girl? Smell my fear? Was she some type of Demoness?
"I will not be intimidated by her," I said and kept my facial expression neutral.
"Great. Linda, be a dear and go fetch Rose so they can be properly introduced," Mr. Laverne said.
I sat next to him and waited anxiously. I wondered if she was as beautiful as her picture.
Rose Laverne stormed right in. She completely ignored my existence and looked directly at Mr. Lavern then glared at him.
"What the fuck do you want, old man? I am busy," she sneered.
Well damn. Such a mouth. However, the picture doesn't do her justice. She was even more beautiful than her photograph. Foul mouth and all.
"Ah, my lovely child. Let me introduce you to Mr. Liam Maxwell," he said and pointed at me.
She finally acknowledged me. She looked at me with such contempt that I felt a shiver down my spine. This first impression thing isn't going so well.
"Well, nice to fucking meet you pretty boy. Can I go now old man?" she asked Mr. Laverne.
"Patience, sweetheart. Our introduction isn't over yet. Liam will be assisting you wherever you go now. Think of him as your personal assistant and a bodyguard. He will make sure that you show up for work on time and other various activities to keep your life in order. In other words, with his extensive real-life experiences, he will teach you how to live like a normal human being. And not a spoiled princess," Mr. Lavern finished his introduction and paused for her reaction.
Rose looked at me, then looked at him. She suddenly burst into laughter as if it was the funniest thing she ever heard. Ah, the sound of her laughter was beautiful even though it had a slight mocking undertone to it.
"You are so funny, Grandpa. You are shitting me, right?" she asked.
"I am afraid I am not shitting you, dear child," Mr. Lavern calmly stated.
"You are telling me that this loser is going to follow me around everywhere? What the fuck, Grandpa? And why would I allow that?" Rose demanded to know.
"Well child, since you chased away all of your professional tutors and life coaches, I figured I should hire someone who has had experiences with real hardship. Someone who knows the value of money and life. Which you clearly do not possess. And as far as you allowing is concerned, you have no choice. You live under my roof, spending my money. I have no problem with that but you need to learn how to do it properly and not blow through it like it's nothing," Mr. Laverne concluded.
Bravo old man bravo. You tell the spoiled princess who is the boss!
"Well, fuck off! And fuck you too bitch boy!" she pointed at me and said.
I cleared my throat. I can't stay quiet anymore. "I hope our time together turns out to be valuable, Rose. We might even become best friends if you give me a chance!" I flashed her my brightest grin.
"Not if I murder you in your sleep," she said harshly and stormed off.
"That went well," I said sarcastically.
Mr. Laverne laughed. "I am glad you think so. It'll only get worse from here. Are you still sure you are up for this?"
Hell yeah, I was. If I can't handle this spitball of fire I should just give up on everything else. I won't back down. Never have and never will.
The next day, I showed up at the mansion again, ready to confront Ms. dragon lady.
"Rose didn't get out of bed yet. She won't until it's late but Mr. Lavern would like her to have breakfast with him and report to the office so he can teach her about his business. She is his sole heir after all," Linda said.
"Oh? Should I wait for her to wake up then?" I asked.
"Wait? Oh no. There's no time. Go into her room and drag her out," Linda said casually.
"Excuse me?" I was shocked. "Drag her out? She is not a kid though?"
"No, but she is worse. This was my job but I am slowly losing my strength. So now it's your job to do this," Linda said impatiently.
This didn't feel right. Forcing a girl wasn't my forte. Even if the girl was a total brat.
"Don't worry about the whole... forcing a girl isn't right, crap," Linda said as if she read my mind. "She is not a girl, she is a witch. You'll find out soon enough. Just don't hurt her obviously," she added.
"But...I am a guy and is it really okay for me to barge into a girl's room like this?" I was still hesitant.
"Do you want this job or not?" Linda sounded more impatient. "This is Mr. Lavern's direct order."
Shit...her grandfather is as crazy as she is. Trusting me into her bedroom like this. But I gotta do it if I want the job.
"I got this," I said and headed to her room.
I knocked on her door, no answer. I knocked harder. Still silence.I sighed and opened the door. This felt extremely wrong. Like I was an intruder. Please don't be naked, I thought.Thankfully she was sprawled across the bed wearing a long t-shirt, snoring lightly. This girl is a deep sleeper I
"Take me home first, I need to change," Rose said after getting into the car."Yes Ma'am," I smirked. I've never seen someone look so unhappy to be near me. Usually people like me.Rose went inside her room and came out wearing what I call a dress that was barely there. It was a sexy, black off
She didn't speak to me the entire way home. No cursing, no throwing insults, not a word. I didn't push her to say anything and drove her home in silence. She stormed inside the house as soon as I parked the car without saying a word to me. Jeez...a thank you would've been nice."Mr. Laverne would like to see you," Linda said when I came in," Does this lady live here?
A/N: The majority of this story will mainly be from Liam's point of view. It is his story. However, once in a while I'll include Rose's point of view to show how she is feeling, what she thinks about him, etc.Rose's P. O. V.My lif
I was speechless when Linda showed me my room. This room was bigger than the living room in my house. I hope I don't get too used to this living arrangement."I don't know what possessed Mr. Laverne to trust a young man like yourself to sleep next door to a young girl like Rose but I suppose I trust his judgment," Linda said. "He had always been great at reading people so I believe you are not the kind of guy to take advantage of this situation."
"We are going shopping," Rose announced."Okay," I shrugged."To get you new clothes," she said.
"Damn, that beer was potent. My eyes still sting," I said as I parked the car."That's what you get for being an inquisitive moron," Rose said."Well excuse me, but some of us do their jobs like they are supposed to. But I guess you wouldn't know that" I said.
I gently placed her on the bed and covered her with a blanket. Out of all the women I met in my life, she was the most confusing. One day she acts as she hates me, then on another day, she falls asleep in my arms. So unpredictable.But, I am not here to figure out her mind. I am here to make enough money to make the end meet. I'll just bear with it as long as Mr. Laverne will have me.
10 years later...Rose and I sat in the principal office with Elizabeth on our side. And no, we were not here because our beloved daughter received an award or earned the highest grade in the class. We were here because she beat up a classmate. She had her mother's fiery temper. Sometimes I just don't know what to do with these crazy ladies.
Rose's P.O.V.I stood facing Liam in front of the judge. This was a month after his proposal. I agreed to marry him right there and then at first, but he insisted on buying me a ring and a dress. Then I convinced him to wait so I can fully recover after giving birth and look perfect for him on our wedding day. I didn't want a big wedding, nor did I want anyone other than a witness because he was the only one who mattered.
"Wow, that's our baby," I said and looked at our child in awe."Yes it is, and you could've witnessed the magical moment of her arrival if you didn't pass out in the middle of it," Rose rolled her eyes.It's true, as soon as I saw that baby's head tearing out of Rose's vagina I passed out. But i
I stood beside my father alongside Rose. It was time for me to decide whether I should let go and end his suffering."Are you sure this is the only way?" I said quietly and looked at the doctor.Say something that will change my mind,I thought."I'm afraid he is too far gone. At this point, there's no hope for him to wake up. His heart rate is weak and his brain is not functio
Rose's P.O.V.It has been a month since grandpa died. I am not completely heartless. I did feel something when my grandfather died. He wasn't a kind man but he had his moments. He raised me after all. And most importantly, he never touched me.I could tell Liam was feeling guilty. Even though he
"What did you just say?" Mr. Laverne roared.I coughed nervously. Did I hear that correctly? "Yes, I want to know too," I said."I am pregnant, with his child," Rose pointed at me.
I got dressed up and headed to the Laverne resident for the old man's birthday. I was at peace not seeing his face this past couple of months so I don't know if I could face him again without getting angry. I could only pretend so much. But I was doing it for Rose. She promised I won't regret it."Liam, my boy! Glad you could make it," Mr. Laverne said and smiled at me brightly. I almost felt guilty about thinking about ruining his life. Almost...
I didn't know what Rose was planning. I haven't seen her for almost a week after that day and it was driving me crazy. Whenever I called and texted her she'd give me some type of vague answer.After that week, I heard the front door open. Rose stepped inside the house and grinned when she saw me relaxing on the couch. I jumped up when I saw her.
Rose's P.O.V.I proceeded to head out the door but Liam stopped me again. He grabbed my arm and dragged me to the bedroom."STOP! I want some real answers but clearly, you are a fucking liar!" I screamed.