Chapter 3

★★★ NEXT MORNING~~~KIZHI VILLAGE★★★

★★7AM★★

The morning sun cast long shadows over the modest houses of Kizhi Village. Several sleek, black cars halted in front of April's house, their presence a stark contrast to the rustic charm of the village. Maria was already sitting outside, anxiously awaiting the inevitable. She knew they would come early to collect the money she owed. As the men emerged from the cars, she scanned their faces, searching for any sign of Lord Mikhail or Lord Marino, but neither was there. She sighed heavily, her heart sinking.

Luciano walked towards her with a commanding presence, his black attire immaculate and his demeanor cold. His every step exuded authority, making the men around him appear even more menacing.

"Miss Maria Lopez," one of the men read from a ledger, "you owe us 2 million dollars, which you collected on November 26th last year."

Maria swallowed hard, her gaze locked onto Luciano. "I know, but I don't have the money with me," she admitted, her voice trembling.

Luciano's eyes narrowed, his expression unyielding. "Then we will take your apartment, which I know is not worth a million dollars. We will give you more time to come up with the rest," he said coldly, then nodded for the boys to throw her out.

Panic surged through Maria as the men advanced on her. "Wait! I have something worth the money and more," she screamed desperately.

Luciano paused, raising an eyebrow. "Oh? And what might that be?" he asked, curiosity piqued.

"Come inside," Maria said, gesturing for him to follow.

Luciano followed her into the modest house, his footsteps echoing ominously in the quiet interior. Maria led him to a small bedroom where April lay sleeping, her long, silky black hair spread across the pillow. Even through the strands of hair covering her face, it was clear she was an epitome of beauty.

Luciano's eyes widened slightly as he took in the sight of the young girl. "Okay. I'm taking her. Your debt is cleared," he said, his gaze never leaving April.

Maria, emboldened by desperation, shook her head. "She's worth more than that. She's just nineteen and has never been with any man, nor has she ever left the village. She's way too precious for 2 million dollars. I want an extra 3 million, making it 5 million," Maria demanded, her voice steadier now.

Luciano considered her words for a moment, then nodded. "Send the money to her," he ordered one of his men.

As Luciano stepped forward to carry April, her eyes snapped open. She looked around, confused and scared. "Who are you? Where's my aunt?" she asked, her voice trembling.

Luciano's gaze was unyielding. "Your aunt has sold you to us. From now on, you're our slave," he said coldly.

April's heart pounded in her chest. "No! This can't be happening!" she cried, struggling as the men grabbed her.

Maria stood outside, smiling and waving as April was dragged out of the house, her eyes filled with betrayal. "Auntie! How could you do this to me?" she screamed, but Maria only continued to smile.

April felt a crushing sense of abandonment as she was thrown into the back of one of the cars. The last thing she saw before everything went black was her aunt's face, twisted in a smile that would haunt her forever.

★★★ AMERICA ★★★

In a luxurious building, Vladimir and Mikhail sat opposite Jackson Hewitt, whose face was pale with fear. The once confident businessman was now a trembling mess, knowing he had crossed the wrong people.

Vladimir leaned forward, his cold eyes fixed on Jackson. "You know why we're here," he said, his voice a low growl. "You've stolen from us, and now you will pay."

Jackson swallowed hard, his hands shaking. "Please, I can explain—"

Before he could finish, a young woman came downstairs. She looked around, confused by the tense atmosphere. "Good morning," she said politely, her eyes flickering between the men and her father.

"Jessica, not now," Jackson snapped, trying to wave her away.

But Jessica wasn't deterred. "I need money to pay my school fees and buy books," she said, her tone turning defiant. "You haven't given me a dime since mom died. I have to work three jobs just to survive, while you sit here with all your wealth!"

Vladimir watched the exchange with interest, a cruel smile playing on his lips. "Interesting," he murmured.

Jessica's eyes blazed with anger. "You're a terrible father. You claim to be rich, yet you can't even provide for your own daughter!" She turned on her heel, storming back upstairs.

Vladimir stood up, his expression darkening. "You steal from us and leave your daughter to suffer? Pathetic." He pulled out a gun and, without hesitation, shot Jackson dead.

The sound of the gunshot echoed through the house. Mikhail nodded in approval. "What about the girl?" he asked.

Vladimir's smile returned. "Take her. She'll be added to our collection of slaves."

Mikhail moved quickly, heading upstairs to find Jessica. She was sitting on her bed, tears streaming down her face. "Come with me," he ordered, grabbing her arm.

Jessica struggled, but Mikhail was too strong. "Let me go! Where are you taking me?" she cried.

"You're coming with us. Your father is dead, and you belong to us now," he said, dragging her down the stairs.

Jessica's world spun as she was forced into the back of a black SUV. The reality of her situation crashed down on her, leaving her feeling helpless and alone.

★★★ RUSSIA ★★★

Vladimir and Mikhail walked into the mansion with ease after a successful Journey. It's not easy to travel and come back the same day but it's a normal thing for devil's like them. As soon as they entered the office, Luciano gave a report of the money they collected, the house and some slaves. But the information about April Lopez got him thinking.

"Jackson's daughter will be useful," Mikhail said thoughtfully. "She's strong-willed, but we can break her."

Vladimir nodded. "And the girl from the village, April. She's untouched by the world. She will fetch a high price if we decide to sell her."

Mikhail smirked. "Or we could keep her for ourselves. Either way, they both have potential."

Their conversation was interrupted by a knock on the door. A servant entered, bowing deeply. "Sirs, the new acquisitions have arrived."

"Bring them in," Vladimir ordered.

April and Jessica were brought in, their expressions a mix of fear and defiance. They stood before Vladimir and Mikhail, their new reality sinking in.

"You are ours now," Vladimir said coldly. "You will obey us, or you will suffer the consequences."

Jessica glared at him. "I will never obey you," she spat.

Mikhail stepped forward, grabbing her chin and forcing her to look at him. "You will learn," he said softly, his eyes dark with promise.

April stood silently, tears streaming down her face. She felt a wave of despair wash over her, but also a flicker of determination. She would find a way to escape, no matter what.

This Mansion, with all its grandeur and opulence, felt like a prison to the two young women. As they were led away to their new quarters, they knew their lives would never be the same again.

" Mikhail tell Luciano to prepare for the general mafia meeting been held tonight at the normal hall" Vladimir said , going into his room. As soon as he walked into his room, he's eyes turned dark red. 

* I smell new blood in this place, let's go eating* Annihilator growled lowly.

" If you growl one more time, you stay a year without blood" Vladimir replied coldly cutting him off. He stripped of his clothes and shifted into his wolf form. 

Annihilator stood tall, it's dark red eyes screaming blood. He licked his mouth at the sweet smell of blood filled it's nostrils, Annihilator jumped out of the window heading to the slave quarters. 

Time for more meat and fresh blood.