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Limits of Control
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2025-02-14 06:02:23New York – Leonard Blackwood’s Penthouse
Isabella woke up to the cold touch of silk against her bare skin, her eyes still heavy with exhaustion. The soft morning light crept through the massive windows, casting a faint glow over the luxurious room. For a moment, she thought she was dreaming, but the dull ache in her body reminded her of everything that had happened last night. Slowly, she turned, only to find the bed beside her empty. Leonard was gone. A strange emptiness settled in her chest, but she quickly pushed the thought away. She wasn’t supposed to feel anything for him. This wasn’t love, nor was it even a normal relationship. It was an unspoken agreement, something she still didn’t fully understand. She pulled on a white shirt from the closet, probably his, then cautiously stepped out of the room, following the sound of voices from downstairs. In the vast living room, Leonard sat on a sleek black leather couch, one leg crossed over the other, a glass of whiskey in his hand despite the early hour. His white shirt was unbuttoned at the collar, revealing a hint of his toned chest, and a black Rolex gleamed around his wrist. Across from him, a middle aged man sat at the edge of his seat, his face tight with anxiety, while two massive bodyguards stood behind him, their expressions blank. “Leonard, I promise I’ll pay the debt soon. I just need more time.” Leonard raised an eyebrow, swirling the amber liquid in his glass before taking a slow sip. “More time?” he repeated, as if tasting the words, then shook his head. “Your deadline was yesterday, Martin. Today is payday.” The man, Martin, swallowed hard, his eyes darting around as if searching for an escape. “Please, Leonard, I have a family…” Leonard sighed, as if bored, then gestured with his hand. In an instant, one of the towering bodyguards lunged forward, grabbing Martin by the collar and dragging him to the center of the room. Isabella, who had been watching from the staircase, stifled a gasp but found herself unable to move. Leonard stood up slowly, his steps unhurried yet weighted with intent, and approached the trembling man. He gripped Martin’s face in his strong hand, forcing him to look up at him. “Do you know what I hate more than lies, Martin?” The man shook his head violently, eyes wide with terror. “People who think I’m a fool.” Then, without warning, Leonard punched him. The force sent Martin sprawling onto his knees, blood splattering onto the marble floor. Leonard towered over him, his dark eyes devoid of sympathy. “You know the rules. You have 24 hours. After that, there will be no more talking.” Martin nodded frantically, as if grasping onto a lifeline. “Thank you, thank you, Leonard. I swear...” Leonard wasn’t listening. He picked up his whiskey again, took another sip, then motioned to his guards. “Get him out.” As the guards lifted the groaning man and dragged him outside, Leonard noticed a shadow at the top of the stairs. His gaze locked onto Isabella’s. Her expression was a mix of shock, concern… and something else. A slow, knowing smirk curled on his lips as he raised his glass in a mocking salute. “Enjoying the show?” She descended the stairs cautiously, a strange chill running through her veins, but she refused to show weakness. “You’re ruthless.” Leonard didn’t deny it. Instead, he stepped closer, his dark eyes studying her face. “And what exactly did you expect?” She stared at him in silence. She could see a different side of him now, not just a wealthy businessman, but a man who controlled everything around him… including people. “I don’t even know why I’m here.” she murmured, more to herself than to him. Leonard lifted a hand, trailing his fingers along her cheek, making her freeze in place. “You’re here because you belong to me now.” His words ignited something inside her, anger, fear, and a confusing spark of something else. She wanted to argue, to deny it, but deep down, she knew running wasn’t an option anymore. He turned her face slightly, forcing her to look directly into his eyes. “Don’t do that, Isabella.” “Do what?” “Pretend you have a choice.” Her breath caught in her throat as he leaned in, his scent, whiskey, danger, wrapping around her. “The world is full of men who will do anything for you, but I’m not one of them.” His voice was calm, yet there was an unmistakable threat beneath it. “I don’t save people… without a price.”
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