Chapter 01

I hesitated, my breath catching in my throat, as I slowly retreated, acutely aware of the thundering rhythm of my heart against my ribcage. Standing before me was a towering figure, his physique exuding strength and power. His chiseled features, highlighted by a defined jawline and captivating sapphire eyes, held me captive in a state of awe mingled with trepidation. The circumstances that led me to this unsettling encounter remained a blur, leaving me consumed by a swirling mix of fear and bewilderment.

"Do-don't touch me," I stammered, my voice quivering with fear. Beads of perspiration formed on my palms, betraying my escalating anxiety as I instinctively attempted to move back. There was an eerie silence in the air, punctuated only by the ominous sound of our collective breaths. The man remained mute, yet his narrowed eyes bore into me like fiery daggers, steadily closing the distance between us. His gaze seethed with a potent mix of fury and menace, unmistakable signs that I had unwittingly stumbled into a perilous situation.

I envisioned a life of joy and fulfillment after landing in my country, free from the burdens that weighed me down in foreign lands. Little did I know, however, that reality had a treacherous twist in store for me—a twist that surpassed even the boundaries of my wildest imagination.

Before me stood a figure so menacing, so daunting, that instinct alone warned me to steer clear of his path. His countenance exuded an aura of darkness and danger, a warning sign to all who crossed his way. Yet, against all reason, fate had woven our destinies together in a sinister dance, and I found myself uttering desperate pleas, begging for mercy and release from his grip.

As his gaze shifted in my direction, I caught sight of a piercing look in his eyes, radiating nothing but sheer contempt directed solely at me. Confusion enveloped my mind as I questioned the depths of his disdain. What could I have possibly done to deserve such an intense level of hatred from this man.

He scoffed, a disdainful expression etched on his face. "Well, isn't this ironic? You, a despicable bitch who destroyed everything, suddenly pretending to be afraid?" His rage consumed him, surpassing mere anger. In this dire situation, I was left contemplating my options. After what I had done, I knew escaping from his clutches would be impossible. Fear gripped me tightly, for I understood there was no way out, and no one to rescue me from this plight. Overwhelmed by my utter powerlessness, a tear betrayed my eye, silently conveying my despair.

"Answer me!" he bellowed, his voice echoing through the room. Startled, I jumped at the sudden outburst, feeling a rush of fear course through my veins. My heart pounded in my chest as I struggled to gather my thoughts, desperately searching for the right words to appease him. In a trembling voice, I mustered the courage to speak, my words stumbling out in a nervous stutter. "P-please, just listen to me once," I implored, my voice barely above a whisper. "Please let me go, and I promise, I swear, I won't breathe a word of this to anyon-" But before I could finish my plea, he unleashed a torrent of rage, his voice roaring louder than ever. "SHUT UP!" he yelled, the force of his words causing me to startle and recoil in fear.

My heart raced within my chest, its beats echoing in my ears, while a surge of fear coursed through my veins. Instinctively, I brought both hands to my mouth, desperate to stifle even the faintest sound that might further provoke him. Dread gripped me as I witnessed his menacing approach, crawling menacingly towards me on the bed. Deep within, I knew that I couldn't allow him to draw nearer. Consequently, I started retreating cautiously, inch by inch, until my back collided with the unyielding dashboard, halting me from going any further.

The room fell silent as his piercing gaze locked onto me, brimming with an intense loathing that seemed to consume his very being. His lips curled into a sinister smirk, fueling the flames of his anger, and he spoke with a chilling tone, "Had you ever pondered the consequences before doing any of that?"

My heart raced within my chest as his penetrating gaze locked onto me, demanding an answer. Fear gripped me tightly, rendering me incapable of finding the words to respond. In that perilous moment, my mind raced, consumed by a single thought: survival. The consequences of my impulsive actions had not crossed my mind until that very instant, but revealing such ignorance was out of the question. My lips remained sealed, as silence became my only ally as I prayed to God to help me.

In an instant, his hand clenched around my ankle with an iron grip, forcefully yanking me closer to him. A rush of fear coursed through my veins, and though my scream remained trapped within my throat, the terror in my eyes spoke volumes. There was an unmistakable menace lurking in his gaze, compelling my lips to move of their own accord. Desperate pleas spilled forth, "Please, no. I beg you. I swear, I'll never do it again. It was a mistake."

As tears cascaded down my cheeks, I couldn't help but ponder the numerous sinister possibilities that he could subject to me, at this very moment. It was a haunting realization, for he held the title of a mafia boss, leaving no assurances that he wouldn't attempt to end my life or, worse yet, trade me off to him as a twisted gesture of a mistake from his side. The burden of responsibility rested solely on my shoulders; it was I who had shattered everything in a moment of recklessness, and now I was left to bear the consequences of my grave mistake.

Fear clenched my heart, its rhythm accelerating within my chest, while I desperately fought against his unyielding grip. I was trapped, completely at the mercy of his overpowering strength. Helplessness engulfed me as I sensed his self-satisfied demeanor, emanating through his very being, reflected in the wicked curve of his lips.

My heart sank as his smug expression stretched across his face, revealing a twisted satisfaction that sent shivers down my spine. His voice, dripping with malice, slithered through the air, his words a venomous concoction of power and menace.

"But here's the thing, my little kitty," he sneered, his fingers tightening around my wrists, his grip relentless. I was trapped beneath him, his weight pressing down on me, restricting my every movement. The room seemed to shrink, closing in on me like a suffocating prison.

A surge of fear surged through my veins as his words hung in the air, threatening and unyielding, "I don't allow those who dared to ruin my possessions and inflict losses upon me to escape unscathed, without facing the consequences they rightfully deserved. It mattered not whether they are my most loyal men or just a random street wild cat."

A surge of apprehension coursed through me as he casually labeled me a mere street cat. The word hung heavy in the air, instilling a profound sense of vulnerability within my core. My heart pounded in my chest, and I could feel the weight of fear tightening its grip on my every fiber. It became painfully clear that he has no intention of letting me escape from his clutches anytime soon. Tears welled up in my eyes, mingling with the overwhelming sense of powerlessness that consumed me.

As if to exacerbate my torment, he lifted one of his hands that had held my hands captive above my head and pressed a finger against my quivering lips, forcibly muting any words that might have escaped my lips.

In that moment, I realized the depth of his darkness, the depths of his twisted desires. It was a chilling reminder that no one was safe from his wrath, that he held the power to manipulate and destroy lives at his whim. And as I lay there, trapped beneath him, I understood the true meaning of his words. The weight of his vengeance hung heavy in the air, suffocating me with the knowledge that I, too, would soon face the consequences of my actions, no matter how dire they may be.

I found myself caught in a web of surrender, helplessly entangled in the clutches of a man who reveled in the control he wielded over me. The sheer intensity of my vulnerability was overwhelming, as I grappled with the harsh reality that lay before me. It was an unfathomable truth to behold, for the man I lay beneath was no ordinary individual, but a formidable figurehead of the underworld—a mafia boss.

In the depths of my turmoil, questions plagued my mind, echoing the disbelief that consumed me. Why me? What had I done wrong to deserve this? Such thoughts gnawed at my soul, as I yearned for answers.

As I stood there, perplexed by his enigmatic thoughts, I found myself lost in the depths of his penetrating gaze. There was an insatiable hunger within him, a desire for something I knew I could not provide. But all he could perceive in the depths of my eyes were glistening tears.

Each tear, an embodiment of the pain I endured at his hands, betrayed my vulnerability. Yet, rather than evoking remorse or empathy, it only served to fuel the sinister amusement lurking in his smirk. His lips curled into a wider grin, as if savoring the power he held over me.

With bated breath, I mustered the strength to form a single plea, whispering the word "please" against his finger on my lips.

And with a deliberate and measured motion, he shifted his finger from my trembling lips. It traced a path down towards my throat, giving me a chilling sensation. Even as his touch ventured upon my vulnerable flesh, our eye contact remained unbroken, intensifying the unspoken exchange between us. It was a dance of power and submission, where words were rendered irrelevant.

As his finger traced a slow, deliberate path downwards, eventually reaching my cleavage, an uneasy tension tightened within me. My hands instinctively balled into fists, straining against his firm grip on my wrists, and he could sense my resistance. Time seemed to suspend, my heart pounding in my chest, anxiously awaiting his next action. A rush of warmth flushed my cheeks as the realization dawned upon me, unveiling the depth of his intentions. In that vulnerable moment, I experienced a profound sense of exposure, as if the protective layers around my soul had been stripped away, leaving me raw and defenseless.

His fingers did their work as gently undone the first button of the shirt I was wearing with a simple snip. I tried to move away, yearning to escape his grasp, yet found my efforts futile as his hold on my wrists proved unyielding. It was at this moment that he diverted his gaze, breaking the eye contact, and instead focused his attention on his artwork. "Wow," he exclaimed, a chuckle escaping his lips, "never had I thought that you would have such a nice figure."

Overwhelmed by the unbearable humiliation, I clenched my eyes tightly shut, desperate to shield myself from the sight of that contemptuous smirk lingering on his lips as he had his wicked way with me. Sensing his face drawing near to my neck, the anticipation of his unwelcome touch weighed heavily upon me. However, just as his breath began to graze my skin, an unexpected knock resounded upon the door, abruptly halting his progression. I discerned his displeasure through the way his breathing faltered. Yet, in that pivotal moment, I couldn't help but thank for sending whoever was at the door right now.