12. Anger.

Amanda quickly swatted Oriaga's hand away, successfully averting her gaze.

"Don't touch me."

Oriaga's expression began to change. He ignored Amanda's request but acted even more annoyed when he grabbed Amanda's right arm and forced her backward until her back hit the door behind her.

"Oriaga—"

"Why can't I touch you, but other people can, huh?"

"Stop choking me, Oriaga!"

"Everyone can touch you, huh! You're playing with that old man Eddie, right!"

Amanda gasped, her courage getting the better of her and allowing her to push Oriaga with all her might to the floor. Amanda was furious when she heard such a vicious accusation.

"What are you saying, huh? Can you repeat yourself, you bastard? What's in your head that you keep thinking bad thoughts and making fun of me endlessly? I'm still human, Oriaga!"

At first, Oriaga was surprised that Amanda was acting out of line, but the man smiled after hearing her curse.

Oriaga moved on, putting his hands in his pants pockets as he smiled, even til