Chapter : 2

"No matter how bad your heart is broken, the world doesn't stop for your grief.

I woke up with a throbbing pain in my head which felt like the worst in history with sweat all over my body. My eyes fluttered open and were greeted by the bright rays of the sun.

I lay in bed until I felt ready to get up. I remembered I had work today, which I was not looking forward to.

I sat up on my mattress and exhaled, "sometimes I often wondered, how my life would be if my parents were still with me.

I probably would've been in a really good college, working towards my bachelor's degree in medical school.

I went to the bathroom, took a quick shower then threw on jeans, a black long sleeve turtleneck, and my black converse.

I went to the kitchen and made French toast along with a cup of tea.

I swallowed them in a matter of seconds, I seem to have a special relationship with food, it's my...friend.

The walk from my house to work was about a 20-minute walk. Most of the bakeries and stores started to open.

The most I would earn was sickened looks from people, it does bother me...at least not anymore.

I walked until I saw a familiar beige building, and I acknowledged that I had arrived at work.

It was an attractive building with two large double doors, with two large windows on each side.

I opened the door to be welcomed with the smell of various variants of coffee and pastries.

I went inside and greeted my colleagues with a good morning. "Good morning, "most of them replied.

There were only 6 of us in the back, Stacia: She had brown eyes, full lips, and brown hair.

Talia:she had blond hair and blue eyes, from the day I started working here she constantly gave me indications that she didn't like me.

She's a real pain in my ***. Jenai:She had blue hair with small lips and light brown eyes. She's very nice and helped me with things that I did not know about.

Liana:She had copper hair, dark blue eyes, and a very nice personality. May: She had long wavy hair and dark brown eyes. May was someone with whom I had gotten extremely close during my time here. She comforted me in times I wanted to quit this place.

And stood up for me when that cunt "Talia", even though I could put her in her place with a ***** slap that the lord himself agreed on.

The shop was rather quiet today, with only a few customers sitting down either drinking their coffee or typing on their laptops.

"Good morning silver you look great today babes" I turned around to see my favorite brown-eyed person. "hey may how are you this morning?

"feeling like shit as always, by the way, the outfit is gorgeous" Thanks girl you don't look too bad yourself, May wrapped her hands around me and gave me a heartwarming hug, and I returned it.

I went for my apron and tied it behind my waist. "I was hoping I wouldn't see that cunt today but, I didn't hope hard enough.

Our boss walked in, and the sound of his shoes clanking onto the hard wooden floor annoyed me even more than being there.

"Good morning ladies, I have come to inform you all that the head of your department will be chosen."

Talia smirked at him which he returned, she's probably giving him her ***** to get a higher wage than the rest of us."what a shame"

The day went on as usual, as we served customers, and dealt with a few Karens who complained about everything, like their coffee being too hot, Like what do you want it to be ******* cold"?

Everyone's attention turned to the black SUVs that pulled up outside.

A man stepped out, then another one followed, and a woman who seems to be his

"assistant"?And a few men who seem to be his bodyguards.

Our boss immediately came out and gave us a glare that you would give your child, to be on their best behavior before going into the store.

They walked inside and found an empty table and not long after, his eyes landed straight on mine.

"May who's that" I whispered. "Girl, you can't be serious, you're telling me you don't know who Leonardo Russo is?

Leonardo Russo"?

Yes, Leonardo Russo, he's the son of the billionaire, Giovanni Russo. He is known all over, and even if you don't know who he is you would've seen or heard of him.

He owns multiple clubs, stores, restaurants, and companies, the most widespread is "El Fortarantro" but is known as "El Trantro"

This guy must be super rich, like filthy rich.

"Hell yeah he is, I can't believe you don't know who Mr. Russo is.

What can you expect, I live under a rock, not in a literal way.

My boss sprinted toward Leonardo with Talia following behind with a notepad and a pen trying to act cute."Good morning Mr. Russo how can we assist you today"

Good morning Mr. Patterson.

It seems that you consider hiring sluts to work at a coffee shop, he spat while looking at Talia with disgust. His eyes glanced back over to mine which sent shivers down my spine.

I would rather not be served by a *****. Our boss glanced over, signaling for one of us to come over.

They told me that I should be the one to serve him. I walked over and Talia did the same, she shot me a disgusted look before walking back to the counter.

"Good day may I take your order" as I shot a fake smile. I noticed his body tensed up.

He just stared at me, he had pitch-black hair, a chiseled jaw, and grey cold eyes. He was wearing an all-black suit, it seemed to be a few shades darker than my hair, and my hair was exceptionally dark.

"Black coffee" with his eyes never leaving mine.

"silver why are you getting horney"

"why is correct "

Ok, I turned away, but I still felt his eyes on me, "this guy's aura is strong"

I went to the back of the counter and made his "black coffee", just thinking about him saying that made my body tingle.

I bought his coffee and left him with a smile.

"****, this man is attractive, whoever his girlfriend is she's one lucky *****"

"You did that girl " may it was only coffee I exclaimed, we do this all the time.

Yeah, you served coffee silver, to the son of a ******* billionaire.

Your right may, but it's still only coffee I laughed.

I glanced back to see what he was doing, and he was gone.

"He could've gone to one of his coffee stores but he chose to come here.

"Why?"

The day went on as usual until my shift was over, it was pretty dark out, but I didn't mind since I was use to walking in the shadows.

I gave May a big hug and left. I started to walk home but, this time it felt like I was being watched.

I pulled out my 5-dollar taser, and hid it in my pocket, I threw on a hoodie, hung my head down, and walked trying not to draw any awareness.

I continued to walk until I reached a sidewalk with a railing to stop me from falling over.

I smelt a strong scent of cologne, I looked up and saw a pair of grey eyes.

M..Mr. Russo?

"I've been... observing you for the past few weeks and it seems that you work..exceptionally well, so in this circumstance, I would give you my number ,if you need anything or on any occasion in which you need help don't be afraid to call me, ok Bella?

"Bella?

Yes, thank you.

"was he stalking me?

I'm not complaining, if a super hot rich boss was stocking you, would u?

He stood next to me with his hands in his pockets, he was a lot taller than I expected him to be.

We stared at the ocean until he broke the silence"Where are your parents Bella?"

"dead"

I noticed his body tense up, by me. mentioning my deceased parents it didn't affect me anymore I became...numb, "it's not like they gave a shit about me anyway"

"He turned towards me and stares straight into my eyes, his cold grey eyes were now a beautiful light grey.

"I'm so contrite that you went through that Bella"

I'm pretty sure my face was red as a tomato by now.

It's ok, it doesn't affect me... at least not anymore.

It's getting rather late, I'll get going now, with anxiousness present in my voice.

He replied with a nod, do you need a ride home, Bella? I wouldn't be comfortable allowing you to walk home alone.

No, I'm fine, besides my house is almost right around the corner.

I shall accompany you on your way home.

"He's stubborn"

I got into his car, And we drove in science, I would hear his breath hitch when I would glance at him.

He seemed to be a very nice person, from what I've seen so far.

"We have arrived at your house" I felt ashamed by the state of my house, I thought he would've looked at me differently after noticing where I lived, but he.. didn't.

He looked at me with the same passionate look he'd been giving me since we were on the sidewalk.

"Goodbye Bella"

Do remember our conversation.

I nodded and went inside, "Why do I feel like this, butterflies?

"silver remember, butterflies break your heart".

I went to the bathroom and took a shower, I felt relaxed, like the weight of the world have been lifted from my shoulders.

I eventually got out, of the shower and looked at my ***** body, the scars from my father's abuse were still visual but were faded.

I don't know if I should feel miserable or delighted that he's out of my life.

"I'm...Alone"

I went to the kitchen and made some cereal specifically foot loops.

I ate and walked to my room, it was quite late so I decided that I would get some rest.

My phone flashed with the name, Leon visible on the screen.