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– Nikko –
It’s another day and yeah I was finally employed. I got a job!
Now I was walking inside the Cruz Grand Hotel for my first duty.
I signed contract last night, I even got free dinner! Free dinner! Argh!
With the salary? Let me keep it as a secret.
I sat at the waiting lounge and made myself comfortable.
I also learned that Dela Cruz family was facing a death threat, it should be confidential. Even the employees didn’t have any idea about it.
I was told to keep things secret which I understood since it’s part of my responsibilities as personal bodyguard. One thing I learned that surprised was that it won’t be a kid or baby but an adult one that I would be working for.
While thinking someone approached me and it’s another security.
“Hi Nikko the service is here.” he told me and I stood up to thank and follow him. I would like to drive too!
Some of the employees from recruitment department were waving at me as I passed them. I waved back feeling great because they recognized me.
“Good morning..” I greeted the driver of the car that picked me up.
I got in and took the deepest breath I could do. I was aware that we’re heading to Dela Cruz residence to meet the son. The son.
I can’t still imagine that I will be at the house of the owner of this hotel.
Perks of being a personal bodyguard, maybe?
I learned everything about them last night and I was glad that mrs. Dela Cruz trusted me so much. Good thing I already had driving license since she told me about driving for his son too.
I slid down at my seat realizing that we just entered an exclusive village. Houses were big and securities were walking around the main gate.
It took some time before I felt the car coming to a halt.
“We’re here.” the driver announced.
I took the opportunity to ask about the driver who got shot yesterday and I was happy to know that he’s recovering now.
I would like to talk more but a security opened the car door for me, come on I was not used to this. I got off and thanked him.
“Hey hi! Good morning Nikko.”
A soft voice welcomed me. Well mrs. Dela Cruz surely had this bright smile. She’s waving like I already did a great job.
“Good morning mrs. Dela Cruz.” I greeted back.
“Come on in.” she offered the way to the door.
She looked very simple in her plain dress.
I can’t help but to pay attention around. This was a literal mansion!
I smiled softly asking myself why didn’t we all have a good life? Better home to stay, food to share with the family and life to enjoy? Why can’t we just have an easy life? That can bring more peace and love?
When we got in the mansion the first thing that caught my eyes was a chandelier again and it’s a golden one.
“I made breakfast.” mrs. Dela Cruz snapped me out of my thoughts.
I tried so hard to hide my excitement. Breakfast again!
Walking to the kitchen made me think that the house was quite lonely. That’s what I’ve observed in a very small period of time.
“We don’t have any housemaids here. Since we got the threats I decided to clear the house for a while. That’s actually the order of my son.” she said. “I trust you because you saved me and I hope we’ll be good.”
I smiled and assured her about my loyalty. She started preparing the plates and utensils.
I was also told not to let his son know about the gunman yesterday. Mrs. Dela Cruz almost died but she didn’t want her son to worry more.
“Mom what do we have for breakfast?”
I heard someone speak making me turn my head to the source of the voice.
I found a yawning guy with a wavy hair who seemed to be shocked when his eyes met mine.
I gulped. We got the same body built, slim toned. Nikko, no.
“Inigo? I told you your bodyguard will be here this morning, are you that comfortable with your pajamas?” her mom said scolding him like he’s a small kid.
He sighed and walked to have a seat.
“He’s my son, Inigo.”
I smiled. His hair looked so smooth and yes I can say that by just staring.
“Inigo, he’s Nikko. He’ll be your personal bodyguard.”
I always felt awkward whenever I was being introduced and wait so he’s the one I will be working for? I didn’t think he need me at all.
“Good morning, mr. Dela Cruz.” I greeted him and his mom told me that he’s 24 years old.
4 years older than me.
And I didn’t get a response.
One thing I kept secret during the interview and my student life, I was not straight.
And the person right in front of me right now was the perfect example of an attractive guy. And I, and I.. his features were my interest.
I think I liked him.
Like at first sight? Does that make sense?
“Your age?” he asked, I felt alerted by his intimidating voice.
“20.” I answered looking down to my plate, he was so attractive please help me!
But I can’t like him, I can’t fall for my future boss.
Good thing I was discreet, you will never know me unless I let you.
How should I consider myself as?
“Mom? My bodyguard is a 20 years old guy? He’s so young.” I heard him say but not complaining.
He’s amazed, I guessed.
“But his skills are dominating. I know son you can protect yourself by your own but I’d feel good if I have someone to look after you.” his mom.
I would be more than happy to guard her son, protect her son, but I can’t promise not to like her son as I was already interested from the moment I saw him.
Please send help!
I didn’t know if I was a bi or what. Never been in a relationship and all I knew, I was good with both sexes.
But seeing Inigo right now? I thought there’s no way I would fall for someone else.
“Nikko I’ll have someone to help you get your things in your apartment okay?” I nodded at his mom.
I can’t focus, could not even lift my head because I can feel that Inigo was looking at me.
And about taking my things from my apartment, good thing I was living here in Manila alone. At least there’s nothing to worry about leaving someone. As part of my job I was required to live here.
I was told to always look after Inigo only.
“I’ll go shopping later. Gonna buy new clothes.” I heard him say, I nodded a yes.
So my first day will start real soon.
I wonder how this guy was doing, he’s getting threats and I was curious how he dealt with them.
Can he even go to malls? What if someone was watching him?
But by just his presence I can say he must be a strong guy.
Mrs. Dela Cruz gave me car keys and told me about the request I made yesterday.
“I’m already working on the license for your gun and it may take some time.”
Gun. I missed holding a gun and I missed my dad too. I was not sure if I would be comfortable though because I felt like my mom was watching me.
“Let’s enjoy this breakfast!” mrs. Dela Cruz cheered.
I took a deep breath. Food. Focus.
Come on! The smell was so inviting. Maybe I should forget about my image and start eating like I’ll die tomorrow!
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“Thanks.”
Inigo said when I opened the backseat door for him to get in the car.
That simple reply of him made me feel happy. He’s really a man of few words though.
I went to the driver’s seat. I liked the car it’s a decent and simple black Mercedes.
“May I have the name of the mall boss?” I asked once ready to pull out.
He provided the name but I felt nervous when I realized something.
I was not familiar with the city.
I tried so hard, discreetly, to navigate the GPS as if I was not struggling.
“Thank God.” I whispered when I found the direction, it was so relieving.
I started driving and the trip was in silence. Inigo took a nap and seeing him on the mirror made me smile.
He’s just having his eyes closed but how can he be that perfect? He’s wearing a gray fitted-shirt and a skinny black jeans paired with white shoes.
He’s 24 and he looked like a typical teenage boy but a dominating one. He’s perfect. You know that eye-catching guy? My boss was this attractive human being.
I turned down my speed in order to buy time for him, he looked at peace as he slept.
Couple minutes had passed when his phone rang which woke him up.
I was secretly watching him on the mirror and he frowned once he saw the screen of his phone.
“Hey?” was all he said on the phone.
Our eyes met and I knew what he meant, the call went on speaker.
“Don’t forget that I’m watching you. Do you think that bodyguard can save you?”
My eyes squinted. The voice was a bit old. He already knew? And did he just insult me?
I can see that Inigo wasn’t feeling comfortable and I understood him. Who wouldn’t be uncomfortable if you’re being stalked without your knowledge.
“One day you’ll die..” the voice was full of sarcasm, it’s a complete threat!
The call went dead and Inigo sighed.
“I told him once to face me but he just laughed.” he said and I thought that he’s tired of trying to talk to that threatener.
“Boss, I won’t let him touch you.” I assured him firmly.
Aside from my responsibility, I liked Inigo and I felt the urge to protect him better than anyone.
I heard him laugh sarcastically.
“He’s not alone, they’re a lot okay? Do you think you can beat them?”
Hmm. I guessed, I was starting to see his bad side.
I didn’t make a reply but just nodded. His laugh challenged me more.
I understand his reaction.
Once done parking we went straight to the mall and I was just walking behind him. I needed to keep an eye around.
We went to an expensive department store. Inigo never talked to me. Probably this was a boss-servant experience?
Inigo walked around the pants section and he seemed to like skinny jeans. I knew why, he got sexy legs. My eyes can’t help but to stare.
“What’s your waistline?”
I didn’t expect that question from him.
“30.” I replied.
I had a small waistline and my torso was really slim.
I can say we got the same waistline though. Inigo really had an attractive body built.
He started taking things and I pushed the cart for him. Was I hired for a nanny position? No problem as long as it’s for him!
He’s taking plain shirts, ripped jeans, hoodies and some polos. This must cost something and checking the price tags I can say he’s going to pay a lot.
But this was how rich people do the shopping right? They don’t mind the price.
Inigo walked towards the hoodies. I was pushing the cart along with other people which made me not able to follow him further because of the space. I waited and kept an eye on him. He’s few meters away from me.
“That’s the successor of the Dela Cruz Group Corporation right?”
Someone spoke within my earshot and it definitely caught my whole attention.
I looked around and found a group of guys near the counter. They should learn to be silent when talking about someone.
“Yeah and they ignored our proposal. I think he needs some lessons to learn today.” one has said.
“How about some beat ups? This is our opportunity for a revenge.”
“Correct, he deserves some.”
I was about to get near when Inigo spoke.
“Hey, let’s go. I need to do some fitting.” he said and I nodded. He started leading the way.
The group of guys were gone but I made sure to keep my eyes around.
Once we got in the fitting room Inigo went to one of the rooms. I waited near the entrance of the fitting room for me to be able to see everything around.
Inigo was popping in and out of a room as he fitted each of the clothes and I found him adorable.
I liked the way he moved.
“Oh hey Inigo how are you?”
“What’s up?”
I didn’t expect the group of guys because they came from the other entrance.
Inigo raised his head from the cart to see who called him.
It’s weird to see them shaking their hands.
One guy who talked about beating him up was looking around and I knew what he was thinking.
The others took their time to talk to Inigo.
That’s the time I walked towards them to cut them off.
“I’m sorry but no one is allowed to talk to my boss.” I interrupted to get their attentions.
I walked over Inigo leaving him behind me. He was about to say something because I interfered but one guy spoke.
“H-hey who are you? Low class guy?” he laughed and raised his hand to pat my shoulder.
He called me a low class?
He’s about to reach my shoulder but I didn’t let him to. I held his hand pulling it down to make him feel pain.
“Don’t get yourselves hurt and go while I’m still being nice.” I warned seeing how he cringed because of the slight pain.
I saw that the other guy was about to attack me so I rushed and tugged the person I was holding to send against his way, they flew onto the floor.
I kicked the other guy who was about to throw a punch. I pulled our cart and shoved it against the two guys.
“Now choose. I’ll break your friend’s wrist or go away?” I warned again and this time the other shook his head.
Once assured that they won’t fight anymore I shoved the guy I was holding and they gave me a warning gaze before walking away like nothing happened.
I turned around to see Inigo shocked and confused.
“Boss, I heard them planning on beating you. I’m sorry to interfere but I needed to do my responsibility.” I explained.
“They are my friends.” he replied confused and I shook my head as a no.
He continued what he was doing though but I can say how confused he was. I found him adorable again because he had the cutest frown.
Please send help!
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Once I pulled over I got off and rushed to open the backseat door for him.
I took all of the stuffs we bought and followed him inside.
“C-can I know your room boss? So I can put these in.” I asked nicely as we got in the house.
Asking personal things wasn’t my thing as I knew that it may not be comfortable for the receiver’s side to answer such questions.
He frowned and turned away from me.
“Those are not mine, I don’t want my bodyguard to look like a literal security. I want you to dress the way I do.” he responded before he’s gone.
My eyes grew widely. Come on! Was I going to wear expensive clothes? Seriously? He bought these for me?
I rushed to the room mrs. Dela Cruz gave me so I can check the clothes. I just can’t imagine this was happening for real.
“Whoaaaa..” I took a deep breath while placing all of the clothes on the bed.
One thing made me happier was that Inigo fitted all of these clothes for me! We really got the same built. But he’s sexier.
I took my time and fitted all. Everything were perfect for my built. I liked the jeans and hoodies!
I turned on my phone and called my mom. I informed her about my day today because she’s aware that it’s my first day today at work.
But she didn’t have an idea about it. All she knew was that I was a janitor since I applied for it.
“Yeah a lot mom, a lot!” I cheered talking about the clothes I got. “And someone is making me happy mom, I don’t know. Just, you know.. I’m happy.” I added.
My mom was always supportive and that made me share things about me and my feelings.
And we ended again talking about the fishing farm, she really loved talking about it. I was always her interested listener.
I was happy our relatives were there to help her given that it was a hard decision for me to go here in Manila. I wanna give my mom a better life.
I said my goodbyes to her when I heard a knock coming from the door.
“Yeah..” I responded standing up. “Guys, stay there… I’ll be right back.” I told the clothes with a smile on my face.
I walked to the door and once I pulled it open I saw Inigo standing around near me. He’s wearing pajamas again and a plain black shirt.
“Come on, let’s eat. Mom is not around so I ordered some food.” he said and I knew he’s being unsure about inviting me.
“S-sure yeah.” I replied nodding but being unsure as well, it kinda felt a little awkward.
But I can’t say no if it’s my boss. Irresistible.
We went to the dining room and I sat not looking at him. I felt shy thinking that I will be sharing a meal with my boss and just the two of us.
“Thanks about earlier.” I heard him.
I raised my head to look at him but he’s already focused on getting food.
“You don’t need to thank me boss. It’s my full responsibility.” I replied. “I wanna thank you for the clothes. I never had expensive things.” I admitted.
When I didn’t get a reply I took it as a sign to start eating. He ordered pasta and a big pizza.
I can hear my tummy screaming for food.
“Do you have any errands today boss?” I opened a topic because the silence while eating was definitely deafening.
Our eyes met and I looked down right away. He looked so good! I can’t stand the view.
I felt like I was melting. No Nikko!
“Nothing. I’m staying at home.” he answered and I nodded without looking at him.
“I will be taking my things from my apartment later. I’ll be gone for a moment.” I informed him.
“Okay.” was all he said.
I guessed he didn’t really want to talk to me.
“Boss please stay here and don’t go anywhere.”
Still no response. He agreed? Or I was too unreasonable to tell him that?
We continued eating in silence. I was surprised when he stood up to get water from the refrigerator and came back with 2 glasses. The other one was for me!
I acted like I had to check something on my foot and I bent over to reach it. I can’t focus! Simple gestures meant a lot to me.
When my face was finally out of his sight I let the triggering smile to reign over my face.
I can literally feel hot over my cheeks!
Why was it so hard to keep a smile from forming?
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“Is boss still at home?”
I asked the security guard at the gate when I got back to the mansion. He smiled at me placing his right hand over his forehead.
Salute! I did the same and we laughed.
He said that Inigo didn’t go anywhere and I had been hoping for that from the moment I left the mansion. I didn’t want him to go out without me. I wanted to always protect him.
I felt a little guilty for leaving him here so I requested some of the securities to at least guard the whole house before I left.
I was relieved that he’s safe.
Some of the securities helped me go to the apartment and now helping me again to put things in my room.
In my room.
Yeah I felt like special. Bigger room, cozier bed, fluffy comforter, wider bathroom then Inigo bought me clothes. What else can I ask for right?
How about Inigo with me? Kidding.
After I finished fixing my things inside my room I went out to get some water.
The mansion was really quiet and in deep silence I might add. I can even hear the quiet sounds of my footsteps echoing around.
I got to explore more inside.
I never thought a house could be this amazing. It may be quiet but things around were really captivating.
I was about to enter the kitchen when something rang. I looked around and saw the telephone. I did have the rights to answer their calls right?
I rushed and took it.
“Dela Cruz residence..” I answered.
I waited for a response but the first thing I heard was a sarcastic laugh. It was more than an evil laugh.
“Welcome to the family personal bodyguard.” a guy said which made me look around.
Same voice from the call Inigo got earlier when we were in the car.
I can feel something that was malicious. I didn’t know but it’s coming from my instinct.
I never had the chance to respond because the call went dead. He wanted to play with me?
Was I being threatened? I was not scared but did the threatener include me?
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