Perfect Haters (English)

Chapter 4

"Where are you from?" I didn't mind Ash when he stood up from the sofa. It looks like he's been waiting for me. I rolled my eyes. Can't we do a little hi?

"I'm asking you Naomi Allison,"

I stopped and turned to face him as I show him a bored look, "I'm from my classmate's house."

He didn't look convinced but thankfully, he didn't ask anymore. Good, I thought it's gonna be an interview. I went straight to my room when he didn't ask for anything more.

Pero maging PA? I'm not really sure. Kahit pa na nakapag-umpisa na nga ako. Tinakot niya lang naman ako kanina, at nagpatakot naman ako. Nakakainis lang.

I laid down at my bed and closed my eyes. I still can't believe Gelo Ferrer is seriously asking me to be his personal assistant for three months. I was expecting him to ask for any expensive thing.

Three months with a Gelo Ferrer is somehow like a free pass he's giving me. Every girl from his fans club will surely hunt me down once they get to know about his deal. But I'm not one of his fans though. I find him attractive and all, but I can't let myself go crazy for him. Especially now that I've seen his true color, I guess it's true that artists are not who they are on the television.

Well, everyone knows he's a cold-hearted arrogant bastard. He's known being that kind of guy and everyone still likes him because of that. Special thanks to his looks, he wouldn't be loved by many if he's not inhumanly handsome.

I decided to set him aside and just rest. I must be really tired because of everything that happened today.

I was on my way to dreamland when my phone rang. I took my phone and saw an unregistered number calling.

"Hello? Who's--"

[This is my number, save it. I need you to move at my condo tomorrow. Stay with me for the three months contract.]

The mere mention of three months contract made me conclude that this is Gelo Ferrer. But what did he just say?

"What are you saying? Why do I have to live with you?" I asked unbelievably. What is his damage? I don't even think that we have to live together, that's beyond reality.

[Just do it. My former PA used to live with me under the same roof and I need you to do it too.]

"But--"

[No buts.]

"Gelo I can't do that! How am I suppose to tell that to my parents? Are you even thinking?"

[Fabricate some story, I know you can do that.]

"I can't and I don't want to!"

[Then choose, I'll tell them your stupid stunts or you'll be moving here tomorrow?]

Seriously? He's doing it again! He's blackmailing me! Can't he just work fairly?

"Gelo--"

[Alcantara Condominium Towers, 5th floor ,room 678.] And the line went dead.

I growled in frustration. He's gonna make me pay for what I've done and it's gonna be his way. "You freakin' monster! Argg!"

Later that night, I still decided to pack my things. I know that no matter how I disapprove, he's still gonna find his way to get what he wants. That guy is really shaking my world on proper places and he's holding me on my neck.

And how am supposed to tell my parents that I'll be gone for the next three months? God, I'll go crazy. I was thinking about Gelo the whole night until I fell asleep.

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My problem got solved the next morning when my parents told us they'll be leaving for a European business tour and their flight is scheduled tonight.

I was silently screaming in my head, murmuring my thanks to the heaven and all the saints and gods. What's more exciting is that my brother is also leaving to attend a fashion event in Singapore. He'll be gone for two months and that makes me live alone in freedom.

My brother is home schooled because of his career. Thank God I'm not yet into any career so I can still live the life I want.

I was smiling like an i***t while we're eating breakfast. Mom and dad kept on telling me things to care and I would just nod. Ash is watching me the whole time and I was just smiling at him. I know he knows how happy I am right now. He knows how I love freedom more than anything else!

My mom and dad left after our breakfast. Ash decided to drop me off to school before heading to the airport.

He wasn't saying anything a while ago but I know he's gonna tell me more than what our parents told us.

"I can see how your eyes sparkle right now Naomi. But remember this, you shouldn't do anything bad or else.."

"Or else what?" I asked while I was busy checking how I look on the rearview.

"I'm serious, Naomi Allison. I know I'm just a few minutes older than you but I'm still your brother. Don't do anything bad while you're here alone alright? I know you so well, I know you love partying and you often sneak out at night just to go clubbing. But you should still take care of yourself, don't drink too much and don't trust strangers. Just please be safe while we're not around," He scratched his nape as he frustratedly watch me.

I looked at him and nodded. I know Ash very much, I know he can't sleep soundly at night whenever I'm not at home. He's my twin afterall, and no matter how strict he is, I know he loves me that much and that he cares for me. I'm so lucky he's my brother, I'm not expressive but I love my brother so much.

"Alright, and sleep with your friends. I'll be calm once I get to know you're with your friends. Just tell me if there are problems."

"Why so overacting Ash? It's just two months, you won't be gone forever right?" I tried to put a little humor. I don't like this kind of atmosphere between us. I'd rather let him annoy me than see him worried like this.

"I just can't help it,"

I smiled.

He touched my cheek, "Alright, I'm going. Take care baby, I love you." He kissed me on my forehead before he let me leave his car.

"I love you too. Please be safe and try to find a good girlfriend there," I laughed. I waved him goodbye and I turned my back to enter the school.

I took a deep breath before going inside. It's only 6:40 but I know Gelo is already here, so my day can be ruined this early once I see his face. He usually goes to school early to avoid his avid fans from waiting for him on the parking lot. And I think he dislikes many people and noisy places. I don't know, I just know.

Gelo's sitting alone when I reached the classroom. My assumption is right, he comes to class this early.

I sat on my chair and put my things on my table. I took out my ipad and put my earphones on. I was about to select a song from my musicplayer when Gelo pulled the earphone from my ear.

I looked at him sharply, "What?"

"Water,"

My forehead creased, "What about water?" I asked.

"Noob, buy me water."

I looked at him in disbelief. What did he just call me? He just called me a noob? Excuse me.

"The last time I check, you are not disabled to not be able to buy your own drink." I rolled my eyes. I was about to put the earphones back when he stopped me.

"What?" I hissed. Gosh, please don't ruin my morning. I've been very happy earlier, this guy can't just annoy me.

"You are my PA," he reminded.

I glared at him. So what if I'm his PA? I should be off duty inside the school, he's not an actor inside this school, we're both students!

I fought his glare but in the end, just like what always happens, I lost. Because I don't understand how his eyes can easily melt me. It's as if his glare can melt any hard rock standing against him. I will never win a battle if he's my enemy, I will always lose in those eyes.

I stood up and stomped my feet off the room. He finally made his way to ruin my day. Gelo will always have the power to do that to me and I don't know how did he get that power.

I was busy trying to calm myself while walking on the hallway. If I let him get into my nerves, he's gonna make the most out of it and I don't want him to just treat me that way. But how can I show him I can bend him if I couldn't even stand his stare? Ugh!

"Hi Naomi!" I turned to look behind and that's when I saw Cuttie with his girl friends.

I rolled my eyes heavenwards. I am currently battling againts annoyance and here's another annoying creature. Can't I just take a break?

"What do you want?"

I reached the cafeteria. I went to a stool to buy a bottled water, Cuttie followed me.

"What's that face?"

I grinned, "The face of the most beautiful woman ever walked on earth."

She laughed. Ugh, why does she need to laugh? Seriously, the sound of her laugh is like of witches.

"Are you okay Naomi?" She asked in sarcasm.

"Yes," I answered in the same tone.

I saw her roll eyes, "It's too early to be that irritated Naomi. Did you bump into Dylan while going here?"

I shot her a deadly glare. Why does it have to be with Dylan everytime they see me like this? Do they really think I'm still affected about him? Do I look like I can't move on? He's not that good so why will I not forget about him? It's irritating that people judges you without even knowing the truth.

I faced her when I got the bottled water I bought, I gave her a fake smile. "Don't mention his name, I don't like hearing loser's name." And then I strutted out the cafeteria.

Great, my day's already devastated. Thanks to Gelo Ferrer and that unknown particle from Nemik. Sometimes Cuttie can really piss me in the most serious way. There are times that I just want to just kill her.

There are already some students inside the room when I came back. I went to Gelo to give him his water. I even cursed myself because I forgot to put some poison in it. If I could just kill him right now. Less Gelo, less damage. Right, I must get rid of him.

I sat on my seat after giving him his water. I saw one of my girl classmate looking at me and I just raised her an eyebrow. She shifted her gaze immediately.

I rolled my eyes. What's with this day and why do people annoy me that much?

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