182 LOVE LOST AND A LOOMING THREAT

“Hey, boss!” Maniac said as she walked into his room and sat on his working table. “What is it?” He snapped in annoyance as he looked up from the book he was reading. “Did something happen?” She stared at the ceiling as though she was deep in thought before shrugging. “Well—” “Maniac. I already told you not to bother me, didn't I?” He snapped. “If it's not about something important or the gang, don't talk to me about it.” She rolled her eyes as she got down from the table, a frown on her face. “Geez! You're so grumpy now and it's no fun whatsoever. You've rejected me countless times but here I am, hurt but still doing quite well for myself so why are you so down and grumpy because some girl you haven't known for that long broke your heart? If you ask me, it's for the best.” “If you're not gonna say anything good, then get out,” he snapped. With an angry scoff, she said. “Giovanni. This is not what I thought you were like. It's just a rejection. It hurts like hell and