Chapter 9
He took a step backward, as if he's disgusted with me. "You're weird, creepy, and obsessed; it's not healthy anymore. You're fucking disgusting. I can't stand you, you're fucking out of your mind," he insulted me one after another. Caius looked straight into my eyes. I can see the disgust in his eyes, as if I'm the most fucked up and the creepiest person he ever met.
He left me in my room after that. My hands and knees are shaking. My heart is clenching.
I'm having a hard time breathing. I clasped my chest and slightly opened my mouth to breathe. I smiled like a crazy woman and pulled my own hair. I fell onto the bed and stared at the ceiling. I laughed and rolled on my bed because of overwhelming excitement. I couldn't blame him if he thinks that I'm out of my mind... because I am, ever since I met him. I'm so damn crazy for him.
Damn, he excites me so much. He's the only one who can make me feel this way... I want him to insult me more. I want him to ruin me. He can do anything he wants with me... I won't complain and will love every moment.
We were both quiet, until we got home, just silent. I want to know what Caius is thinking right now, though I already have an idea.
Caius put my bag on the couch, in the living room. He sat there and stroked his hair with his tattooed fingers. He glanced at me and pointed at the single couch chair, as if he was telling me to sit there, and I did.
"Let's talk about the rules and limitations in this house," he said in a cold tone, it made me shiver. "You have to follow my rules. Just think of it as the exchange for me signing what you wanted, Luisa."
Caius calling my name sent shivers down my spine again. I just cleared my throat and nodded.
"Okay."
"First. You are not allowed to sleep in my room."
I froze at what he said. I was about to protest but I stopped myself when I saw his eyes, his raging eyes. It seems like he's just restraining himself from bursting into anger. I couldn't blame him though. What he saw in my apartment must have freaked him out. It's as if he's just trying to calm himself right now.
"Second. You are not allowed to stalk me again. You already got what you want, right? I think there's no reason for you to stalk me again."
I remained silent. I didn't protest even though I knew I probably couldn't follow that rule of his.
"Third. You must provide for your own needs. I won't buy food for you or cook for you. Don't ask anything you need from me because I won't give it."
I didn't say anything and just nodded.
"Fourth. Don't talk to me all the time. I have work, I have things to do. Don't disturb me. If it's possible, just don't talk to me at all."
It's impossible! I can't do that. Why would I not talk to him now that we're finally together?
"I will try not to bother you all the time," I murmured.
Caius didn't leave a comment on that and continued with his so-called rules. "Lastly, you must know that you have no control over my life. I will do whatever the hell I want. Do whatever you want too, of course, without concerning me." He put his elbows on his thighs and intertwined his fingers while staring intently at me. "That's it."
It was so hot, but I did my best not to show him that I'm so crazy about him, in everything he does. I don't want to freak him out again.
"If I'm not allowed in your room... where will I sleep?" I asked in a low voice.
Caius stood up. "You can sleep here on the couch, on the floor, on the guest room... I don't care. Just not in my room... and last thing, remove all those fucking hidden cameras in my house."
After he said that, he immediately left and went to his room. I just watched him leave and remained silent. I really, really want to sleep beside him. But I guess that can wait... If I can manage.
Knowing that he's just within my reach will make it harder for me to suppress myself. He's just a few meters away from me. How can I stop myself from leeching on him? It's too bad he won't allow it though. How can I make him surrender? Should I just blackmail him with Lynne again? But I don't think I'll enjoy that. I want him to voluntarily surrender... but will that ever happen?
I just shook my head and stood up. I know about Caius' guest rooms. I also put hidden cameras there. I went to those rooms to check... They seemed comfortable, but I think I prefer to sleep in the living room. Caius is more reachable if I sleep there.
I just got a pillow and a blanket and went back to the living room. I put the pillow and blanket on the couch... I smiled when I noticed Caius cooking. I know he said he won't cook for me again. I don't mind. I don't always eat anyway. I grew up not knowing how to cook. I always just buy my food, often instant food. Unhealthy, yes, but I don't mind.
I approached him. I know he felt my presence, but he didn't look at me. I just touched my nape.
"I'll go shopping... do you want me to buy anything?" I asked.
"No," he answered curtly.
I just nodded and watched him for a while before I went back to the living room and got my wallet. I left immediately so I could go home early. I want to spend time with Caius, though I know he'll just ignore me.
I checked the remaining cash in my wallet. I only have nine thousand pesos left. I think this will last for two months, maybe more because I no longer have rent to pay, but I haven't gotten my things from my apartment yet. I don't know if I can take it with me. Caius might get angry and not allow it, especially since he saw my apartment.
I checked the money in my bank account. My forehead creased because it suddenly increased by one million. I now have a total of 4.5 million in my bank account. My family has never given me that much money. They usually give me fifty to one hundred thousand every month, and since I'm not that extravagant, it just accumulates. Caius is the only one I spend heavily on... I know it's nothing to my parents anyway, they are filthy rich.
I was about to text Mama to ask, but Papa already texted me. I froze when I read his text.
I wired one million to your bank account. That will be the last time. We will no longer give you money. You're not affiliated with us anymore.
I didn't reply. I stared at my phone's screen for a couple of seconds. I didn't expect this day would come. Knowing them, they surely won't leave me any inheritance; it will all go to my siblings. I don't give a shit about money anyway. My only problem is, I don't know any job, and I'm not serious about my studies either. I need to make the 4.5 million last for my whole life.
I think that won't be hard for me. I'm not extravagant. I only have ten pieces of clothes. I only buy necessities. I'm also not fond of eating.
I just shrugged and went to the grocery. I bought what I needed, including processed and instant food. Caius's fridge is large enough.
I carried my groceries and left the grocery store. I was about to call a ride, but my phone rang. Neron just texted me.
Neron: Where are you?
Me: At Papa's mall. Why?
My dad owns this mall.
Neron: Just at the main entrance. I'll go to you.
Me: Okay.
I first placed my groceries on a nearby bench. It was a bit heavy because I bought a lot. I just waited for almost a minute. Soon, I saw Neron's car in front of me. He immediately got off the car and smiled at me. Almost all the passing women looked at him. He's handsome and charming; I'm not surprised.
"Give me that," he said and took my groceries.
I just let him put my grocery bags in the backseat of his car. He opened the car door for me. I just got in and sat on the shotgun seat. Neron immediately went around and got into the car too.
"Where should I drop you off? At your supposed husband's house?" he asked in a mocking tone.
I just nodded. "Why did you want to meet?" I just asked.