Chapter 59

CARLA

I still had my eyes shut, telling Diego what I wanted from him.

And honestly speaking, I needed someone beside me at the moment, and he's the only one I could think of.

I still had my legs tucked close to my chest, patiently waiting to hear his response to my request.

"You want me?" He asked, his voice sounding cool and touching.

My lip curved to the side, feeling my cheek burning up slowly.

I nodded, even though he couldn't see what I was doing, saying to him, "Yes, I do. The... House is looking lonely and quiet. I could use a buddy at this moment. So, what do you say?"

My legs came down, crossing against the other with my right hand rubbing my neck, with a smile engulfing my face.

I couldn't explain how I was feeling at the moment, but I know I was feeling good just talking to Diego.

But just when I thought I'd get what I wanted...

"I'm sorry, Carla. I'm quite busy at the moment," He said, turning down my request.

That got sadness taking over me in no seconds. I listened to