Flirting With My Handsome Bodyguard

Rose's POV

"Grandpa, I already told you, I don't want a bodyguard. It would only draw attention, and I don't want that," I said. My grandfather is Alejandro Deniro, though not by blood. He was the father of my adoptive mother. I was adopted into one of the wealthiest families in Country C.

To get him back, my adopted father's former lover claimed me as their daughter before their relationship ended. Fortunately, my father wasn't a fool. Without her knowledge, my father had done his investigation and found out everything.

Rachel, my father's former lover and a man who harbored feelings for my adoptive mother, was sent to prison after their plan about me was discovered. That's a different story that only my parents can tell. After that, as a child, I was worried about being alone. Luckily, I was able to make a good relationship with my Mommyly, my adoptive mother now loves me unconditionally.

To make a long story short, I moved to Grandpa's after high school. Now, this old man here, after handing me his company, told me that I needed a bodyguard. "You would need Sean, and I would only feel at ease if I knew he was with you all the time." He replied.

"I am capable of taking care of myself. What's the use of all the training I have gone through if you would require me to have a bodyguard?" I reasoned it out.

"Sean is not just there to protect you. He will also teach and train you, whether it be in running the business or in physical strength. We both know that what you know about self-defense is not enough. You need more, and Sean can help you out."

"I can do the training, but not the bodyguard thing." I insisted.

"If you cannot follow me on this, I will let someone else manage the company, and you can leave my house and go back to your mom and dad." He threatened me, and I stood up. He knew I couldn't leave him. Not because of his money or connections, but because he knew that my concern and love for him were real.

Another thing is that I didn't want to worry my mom about him. She never grew up with him, and I'm sure she wanted someone to look after him and tell her if anything happened.

"Fine, fine, just make sure to tell him not to act irrationally and show up all the time when I can handle things myself." I agreed before he could take a step. He looked at me with a smile on his face.

"Thank you so much, my dear," he said happily.

"I am only doing this because I didn't want to leave you. Mom will get mad at me if I go and leave your side."

"So was it only because of your mom that you're here?" He asked, sadly, so I rolled my eyes at him.

"You know it wasn't like that. I chose to be here because I love you and I want to be with you. But if you decide to let me go, I will not allow that to occur, as my mother will be extremely distressed. She loves you so much. Plus, Jaden keeps asking me how you are and always reminds me to take care of you."

"As long as you agree with me, everything's fine. I love you, my dearest, and you're my only granddaughter. I don't know if your mom will still be able to have another, but having Jayden miraculously, I think they shouldn't take any risks anymore," he replied as he returned to his seat. I made my move and sat beside him. I adore this old man so much, and I have no regrets about coming with him, even when Dad and Mom were against it.

"I love you, Grandpa, and I don't want to leave you. I love Mommy and Daddy and, of course, our little man Jayden, but I adore you the most. I'm sure Jayden understands how I feel." I told him, and he laughed as he caressed my head.

"I know that my dear; that's why I am protective of you too," he said.

"I already agreed to the bodyguard thing and managing your company, but please don't make me do anything anymore." I told him, "I wanted to concentrate on your business first because I know you have many beneficiaries depending on you, so I had to work hard. I wanted them to have the kind of life I have now and find a family like ours." I added.

"Thank you for having the same goal as mine, dear," he replied. Grandpa is getting older, and I don't think he will still be able to see more of my achievements in the future. That's why, as much as possible, I want him to know that I love him so much. We stayed there for a few more minutes. I was about to get up and go home when someone came in.

"Sir Alejandro," the man said, looking at Grandpa. He was tall and handsome, even though he was wearing a jacket. I can tell he had lean muscles and six-packed abs underneath.

"Sean, you're finally here." Grandpa greeted him happily. Wait, what? Sean? He's my bodyguard? "I want you to meet my granddaughter, Rose," he said, introducing me to Sean. "Rose, he is Sean, your bodyguard." He added, looking at me, smiling. I didn't know what to say. The way Sean looked at me when I turned my gaze at him, it was as though he didn't want to become my bodyguard as well. Did Grandpa force him?

"Are all your things ready?" Grandpa asked Sean, and I looked at him curiously. What did he mean by his things being ready?

"Yes, Sir," Sean replied, and my gaze immediately flew to him and then back to Grandpa.

"What things? Why did he need to prepare his things?" I asked briskly.

"Rose will start working tomorrow, and I want you to look closely at her. I don't want her to get hurt or have anything bad happen to her. Make sure she's safe. I entrust her to you." Grandpa told my bodyguard, who nodded his head and looked at me.

His downturned shape with green orbs looked at me with a stoic face, so I wasn't able to tell what he was thinking. He was tall with olive skin-very manly if you ask me. But I didn't want to indulge myself in his appearance because I had a feeling that he didn't want his job now. "I am pleased to meet you, Ma'am Rose," he said in a cold, baritone voice.

I looked at Grandpa, and he looked at me as well. Maybe he was waiting for my reaction. "What do you mean about his things being ready?" I asked him again.

"You are going to live together," he replied, and being shocked was an understatement. I never thought he was as crazy as my mom's best friend, Aunt Seily. Then I looked at Sean, who was still looking at me with a smirk on his face. I don't think I am going to be like this.

Sean's POV

"Thank you for accepting this, Sean. I owe you one. I can't trust my granddaughter to anyone else but you," Alejandro told me. I nodded my head and gave him a reserved smile. He was like a father to me. He was my beneficiary when I studied and took care of everything I needed. He has a daughter, but for some reason, he never introduced her to anyone. Not even to me, whom he trusts the most.

Now, he wants me to be his granddaughter's bodyguard and wants me to be visible. Meaning, I needed to be wherever his granddaughter Rose was. I don't have a problem being a bodyguard. However, it's just that Rose was a very reserved person, and I couldn't tell what was on her mind. "You don't need to thank me. You know, you helped me when I needed it the most." I told him, and he chuckled.

"You know that I will still do what I have done for you even if it's not you," he replied, and I know that. He had many beneficiaries. I admire him for being human, regardless of whether others think he is inhumane. Alejandro is the most-feared organizational leader in the country. He was well respected by everyone in his field, even abroad.

Having said that, I can't deny the fact that people wanted him dead. He is fair and just. He kills but does it with justice. He is not some trigger-happy leader who shoots just because he holds his gun. He always held himself responsible for everything his men did and made everyone pay if they stepped on someone unjustly.

The company that he let others handle is now handed over to his granddaughter. He wanted Rose to continue what he was doing and believed in her, and so did I. Rose is a strong woman, but she is still a woman who needs protection. He knew that many people in his company wanted it for themselves, thinking the owner had no intention of managing it.

Little did they know that Alejandro Deniro owned it, and there would be no way that they would be able to get what was his. "Rose will come over later, and I want you to prepare all your things and come with her as soon as she leaves here." He told me, and I nodded again. After I excused myself, I returned to my loft near the mansion.

Alejandro Deniro's mansion is huge. Although he wanted me to stay there, I chose to have my own house just outside his mansion. The land area was big, and the mansion was surrounded by lofts used by his workers. He made sure that everyone was comfortable and living in peace.

We are willing to die for him because of how he is a person and how he has helped and treated us. That's why I agreed to become Rose's bodyguard. I can't say no to him. I started packing my things and prepared to leave. Rose lived in the city, and it would be very difficult for me to look after her if I were to live there. So I understand why Alejandro made me go with his granddaughter.

I'm sure they will eat together, so I already ate alone too. Alejandro wanted to spend time with Rose whenever she visited him, so I gave them that time.

I walked to the mansion afterward and found Alejandro and Rose in their usual place whenever they were together. I stayed hidden and waited for the appropriate time to come in. Rose was still arguing with her grandpa, and I knew she would lose to him, as always. When I heard her agree, I decided to show up.

I greeted Alejandro again and did not look at Rose until she heard what Alejandro had to say. The old man introduced us to each other, and I took that time to feast my eyes on her beauty.

Alejandro told her about us living together. I looked at her because I wanted to know her reaction. I noticed that she tried to hide her emotions but still gave herself away, which made me smirk, and she saw that.

She creased her forehead, so I guess I made a bad impression. Well, at least she knows that I will not be easy to deal with. "Come here and have a seat, Sean." I nodded and walked to the couch in front of them as Rose followed my movement.

Self-confidence. I'm full of that when it comes to my looks and physique. I know how women drool over me, so I am not sure why I do not affect this woman. Does she have high standards for men? Her face remained stoic until I was seated.

"Sean is very smart as well. If there's something you have a hard time dealing with in the company, you can ask him for suggestions. You might come up with an agreement. Besides him, you don't need to trust anyone else there." Alejandro warned her, and she agreed immediately.

"Rose, dear, I asked your mom and dad's permission before making this decision, and they understood me. Sean will help you out at home. You can count on him. He is a jack of all trades." Alejandro said, and I wanted to laugh at him. He looked like he was selling me to his granddaughter.

"It's inappropriate for a man and a woman who are not related to each other to live under one roof," Rose replied, trying to make Alejandro change his mind.

"Not when it's Sean. Right, my boy?" He replied and then asked me with a grin.

"Sir," I answered confidently and saw Rose sigh. I'm sure she was pissed because I agreed with her grandfather.

"Make sure you prevent yourself from going overboard. Know your job description and never give me trouble." She said this, looking at me with her almond-shaped eyes. Her green orbs, which gave me the "mind of your own business" look, were on me intently.

I looked at her too, as if challenging her. I didn't respond to what she said; instead, I looked at Alejandro. "You know me, sir. I always do things my way," I told him.

"Of course, that's why I asked you. Rose will learn many things from you," Alejandro replied. "Rose, dear. Make sure to listen to Sean, especially when you are in danger." He told Rose. "I know that you grew up doing things as you pleased, and I am proud that you are very responsible. But now that you're in business, you need people who can guide and teach you. Your dad, even your Aunt Seily and Uncle Aldrich, can teach you a lot," he added.

Rose's face dimmed and hardened as she glared at me. I could tell that she didn't like the idea of following me. "Alright, you two should leave now," Alejandro said after, then looked at me.

"I am entrusting my precious granddaughter to you. I expect you to take care of her." He told me.

"Yes, Sir. I assure you," I replied, and then looked at Rose, whose eyes were rolling at me now. I chuckled internally.

"Call me if anything happens," Alejandro added, and I nodded as an answer.

The company that Rose will manage is located in the city. It was a four-hour drive from the mansion, and it would surely be very tiring if we both came from here every day. So Alejandro decided to get a house for us. Well, for Rose at first. However, he already informed me about the job, and I was with him when he got the house, so it was really for both of us.

"I got to go now, Grandpa." She bid goodbye and kissed Alejandro on the cheek.

"Take care, dear." He replied as he kissed her forehead. "Drive safely, Sean." He added, looking at me.

"As always, sir. You should take care of yourself here as well, and don't hesitate to call me, too, if you need anything," I replied, and he smiled at me.

"Go now," he said, as I walked to the door. I felt Rose following, and when I arrived in front of her car, I stopped and looked at her.

"What?" she asked.

"Keys," I said. I was sure she would object, so I added, "Your grandpa told me to DRIVE SAFELY." Emphasizing the last two words.

She sighed, and I knew I had won. She handed me her key, and I opened the passenger seat for her. She looked at me, wondering why I made her sit there.

"Shouldn't I be sitting in the back?" She asked, raising her brow.

"I am your bodyguard, not your driver." I replied, "You're not that shallow who thinks highly of yourself, right? Whenever your grandpa and I are together, he always sits here." I added, which earned me a glare from her before she got in. I closed the door, and I couldn't help a smile slip on my lips. I won again, so it's 2 to 0. Handing me her car keys was the first.

The drive was long, but I didn't feel tired at all. I looked at Rose beside me from time to time so that I would know if she ever wanted us to stop for a break or if she needed to go to the restroom. We never talked, and I respected that. She didn't want any of this, so she might still be annoyed, but she couldn't get mad at her grandfather. I know how much she loves Alejandro.

We reached the house, and she looked at me when I opened the door for her. "How the hell did you know the passcode?" she asked irritably.

"Alejandro and I chose this house together," I told her.

"So you know that you will live with me?"

"Your grandfather talked to me about it already before he told you about the company. He made sure everything was ready when you agreed." I replied and walked to my room. "I believe you didn't do anything to my room, right?'' I asked.

"Oh, you mean the room that Grandpa told me to keep vacant but was comfortable to sleep in?" she asked, and I nodded. "Of course, I am using it now," she added, so I faced her again. I specifically chose that room and asked Alejandro if I could use it, and he agreed. Rose surely didn't do what she was told.

"I didn't know you wanted to sleep with me," I told her, and her eyes widened.

"Don't tell me that---" she said, but I stopped her as I walked to the room.

"Yes, I will still sleep here. I don't mind sharing the bed with you." I said it casually.

"What?!" she exclaimed, and I smiled internally. She walked past me and headed directly to the room. She's like a child. I followed her and found the door locked. Did she forget that I chose this room and Alejandro and I chose this house together?

I took out my keys and inserted my spare key into the keyhole. Her eyes widened when she saw me get in, and she jumped out of bed when I lay down after putting down my bag. "Hmm, it smells good," I said as I placed my arms at the back of my head and used it as a pillow. I looked at her. And if her looks could kill me, I would have been dead already. She's absolutely gorgeous, but she looks like a tigress at times. I just smirked at her, and she walked out of the room, stomping her feet.

'It's 3-0, Rose,' I whispered.

ROSE'S POV

How dare he?! He is going to sleep in my room!! He is so annoying. He's handsome and hot, but if he continues to act that way, I don't think I will still see him that way.

After I left him in my room, I went straight to the kitchen and opened the refrigerator to get cold water. I need that to calm myself down because I don't know what to do when he acts like that. I mean, how can Grandpa leave me under his care? I think he's arrogant and full of himself.

Grandpa told me to keep that room vacant, but I didn't think that it was because Sean would be occupying it. All I know is that I am the only one who will live in this house. However, it turned out that Grandpa had a different plan.

After I left Mom and Dad, I moved to my grandpa's, and I devoted myself to taking care of him. I tried my best with my studies and training because I wanted him to be proud of me. I don't want to inherit his organization. It's beyond my capabilities. I tried to train myself to become like him, but I couldn't.

Grandpa is very kind and loving, but when I saw him get mad, I didn't like it. He was merciless. I saw how he killed someone but never took it against him. He never killed anyone just because he wanted to. He always had a reason for all his actions. I'm not saying it was right, but at least through him, all those underprivileged people who had suffered because of the country's justice system will have the chance to exact revenge on those who had wronged them.

I admire my grandpa. Even my mom knew everything about him, but she never judged him either. She loves him so much, even if they live apart from each other. I know she worries about him every time she asks me during our phone conversations. I assured her of Grandpa's well-being all the time.

Now, Sean is here, and I don't know what role he would play in my life. Grandpa told me he was my bodyguard, but I don't think that is the case. Why would I need one when I only manage the company for him? Is something happening in the company? The fact that he told me to trust no one but Sean does not mean I am in danger.

I was staring at the glass of water I was holding when I heard Sean ask, "What are you thinking about?" I looked at him and found him leaning his back on the post of the divider that separates the kitchen from the dining area. He looked serious, as though he thought I was thinking about killing him. I sighed and replied,

"None of your business," he said. He didn't say anything and looked at me. What is wrong with him?

"What time are you going to the company tomorrow?" He asked, changing the subject.

"Grandpa sent a memo a week ago to the company informing everyone about handing me down the business. We already had a meeting about the takeover. Some of the board of directors didn't like the idea that I was the one who would manage it from now on." I told him, and he didn't say anything. "So be ready at 7 tomorrow because I don't want the others to think that I am not worthy of Grandpa's trust," I added, and he nodded his head.

"Then rest and sleep already. Or do you still want to eat first?" he asked.

"No, I'm still full of what Grandpa and I had in the mansion," I answered. I felt like he was okay now, so I decided to try my luck and asked him about the room.

"Can you hand over the room to me as well?" His face was still serious, and I was unsure of his decision, but I still waited. Then he smiled like an idiot and said,

"Yes." I was about to smile after hearing that if only he hadn't said the next sentence, "In your dreams." He then turned his back to me and went back to the room. I was so pissed. I don't know how long I could stay sane when he kept acting like that.

I furiously marched to my room. I would just sleep in the living room, but I had to get my comforter. I opened the door only to be shocked when I saw him taking off his shirt. "What do you think you're doing?" I asked furiously. I knew that my face was red, and who wouldn't be when I looked at his six-packed abs that looked so yummy?

What? Where did that come from? Yummy? I never would have imagined being able to describe him in such a manner. "I thought I had already made myself clear that this is my room. So, what are you doing here? Or did you just want to see me like this?" He asked continuously, looking serious, but I had a feeling that he was making fun of me.

"Has it ever occurred to you that my things are here and I need everything on that bed?" I replied, pointing to my pillows and comforter.

He said, "Get them already, and tomorrow you can start putting your things together in the next room." So, I walked to the bed and got my belongings. Then I walked to the closet to get a change of clothes before leaving the room, glaring at him.

I proceeded to the next room, put down my pillows, and then stepped out to take a bath. I won't be able to sleep feeling dirty after a long drive. There is only one bathroom in this house, which I didn't mind at first because I thought I was the only one who would live there. But Sean, my arrogant bodyguard, is here, so I don't think that I still feel the same.

The water was cold, so it took me a little longer to bathe. I feel fresh after, and I think I will be able to have a good night's sleep. However, that changed after I left the bathroom and saw Sean waiting with a gloomy expression. He was still half naked, and I didn't want to admire his body anymore, so I just walked past him, but he stopped me in my arms.

"What?" I asked, glaring at him.

"Make sure to lock your window and door," he said.

"Whatever," I replied, rolling my eyes at him as I tried to get my arms back from his grip.

"Don't roll your eyes on me, or else," he said, and then he stopped. I looked at him, challenging him to continue. But he just let me go and turned his back on me as he went to his bedroom. I was so furious that he was the one who left me instead of me leaving him, and I had the last words to say.

Arghhh... I promise that I am going to get back to him.

The next morning, I woke up early to prepare breakfast. I went to the kitchen and found Sean cooking. He was wearing a white undershirt that fit his body, paired with a loose pajama.

"Should I take off my clothes so they won't block your view?" he asked, smirking, and that got me out of my trance and glaring at him. He chuckled and said, "Bring the rest of the food to the dining table, and let's eat."

I followed him because I suddenly felt hungry after seeing how delicious the food was. Oh, sh**! This is not so good.