Chapter 1

Nihan's Point of View

"What a worthless brat you are!What's the point of bringing you up if you will not help us?"

My cheeks had turned bright red because of my father striking me. As my mood deteriorated, it became increasingly difficult to keep tears from collecting in the creases of my eyes. My father abused me because he intended to sell me to a man who would not love me in order to pay off a debt he owed to a wealthy man. I didn't care for him. It was incredible to me.

My father was giving me a stern look, and I couldn't help but be annoyed as I glanced at him.

"I don't understand why you don't act like I'm your daughter, Dad." I'm just not getting it. Because I am also a human being, I will not cave to your pressure to repay the debt that my sister caused.

My father raged and reprimanded me as we walked out of the house.

"You moron!" Stop being so self-centered, Nihan; you are the only person I can trust to pay the ten million pesos, and I know you are aware of your sister's heart condition; therefore, pay the bill. We owe everything to Boss Dawin, and he brought us here!"

"Daddy, please don't hurt me like this!" cried the child.

I knelt in front of my mother and begged her to assist me when I was in danger.

She absolutely ignored my suggestion and focused all of her concentration on painting her nails when we were in our living room.

My father's bodyguard dragged me out of the gate against my will, while I was still sobbing and pleading for mercy. My mother and father entirely ignored my screams.

My tears were out of control. When I thought back on my upbringing, I remembered how I was always the one who minimized the mistakes by my elder sister's younger sister. It's only fair that my sister get first dibs on new toys. My parents were frequently critical of me since they thought I couldn't handle my sister's harsh behavior.

They have stated plainly that my sister is not comparable to me owing to her sickness. Is this my only way of repaying my father's debt?

Their vehicle came to a halt in an instant on a remote island. As I took in my surroundings, I brushed my tears away, fighting back the feelings.

When I looked up, they were standing in front of me, and I spotted a large sign that read "Isla de la Promesa," which translates to "Island of Promise."

As he dragged me out of the car and into the street, Mayor Eric shouted at me. My father tightened his grasp on my hand, and he warned, "If you don't want me to hit you again, go out and mend your face!" I'd prefer not appear stupid in front of the owner of the island."

"Dad, I've returned home." Could you do it? If you swear not to surrender me to him, I will keep my pledge to help you pay off your debt. I now have a job, which means I can make money by working in the office.

My mother consoled me while my father tried to persuade me to accompany him, but I kept sobbing and gripping the car door.

When I walked away from him by five feet, my father stopped trying to beat me with his outstretched hand and stopped trying to hit me again. I had no choice but to carry it out, even if it meant going against everything I had planned.

Although I could not persuade my father to let me leave, I remained hopeful that the man who was eager to buy me would see my plight and reconsider his pursuit of me.

It had caught up with me by the time my father turned to face me, and I had been whimpering the entire time. My father instantly stopped and began yelling at me.

"It is critical that you maintain a straight back. Prepare to die when we get back to the home, because if I can't sell you and make a fool of myself in front of Boss Dawin right now, I'm going to kill you.

Because of what my father stated, I could stop crying. I couldn't care less. We quickly arrived at the spacious entryway, which was near the lake. We were let in quickly because the security guard seems to have expected our arrival.

My mouth dropped open as I took in the amazing vista of the entire house for the first time. I'd just finished watching the television drama and had seen the magnificent mansion that served as the setting.

"Good day, gentlemen. Is Dawin still in the house?” Mayor Eric, the person who approached us when we were at the gate, attempted to meet us politely and courteously.

Dawin Lucas trusted Trio, which was crucial to him. "He's been waiting for you in his office upstairs," Trio said, referring to the second floor.

"Follow me, and I'll show you how to ascend to the upper floor.""My boss is upset," he said, causing Mayor Eric's face to flush.

"Boss, Mayor Eric has arrived," the trio pounded on the closed door as he spoke through it.

The voice from behind the closed door told the other person to "allow him to come in."

Trio gingerly opened the door to his supervisor's office and sat down after hearing his response.

When I turned to face my father as we entered the room, I observed that his skin was sallow from concern. It perplexed me when we walked in why he was sweating although it was chilly outdoors. I concentrated all of my concentration on the person signing the paperwork that was heaped up in front of the table.

My father was terrified of the man, but I didn't think he was dangerous, so I couldn't understand why he was.

I'm guessing the man is 24 years old. In addition, he has a nose piercing and a prominent dimple on the right side of his cheek. It would be unfair to compare him to the hunky male performers that frequently adorn my television screens. He reminds me of Adonis, a Greek mythological figure.

Even though he was only wearing a plain white t-shirt, he was already quite near to the audience; every inch of his body was flawless. Any lady would prostrate herself before this Adonis if it meant basking in his embraces and kisses.

I don't strive for perfection, but this guy definitely exceeded my expectations. I can say with certainty that he has five packs of abs. Because we have so much in common, I would never leave my long-term partner for this man.

Even if he has shortcomings, I couldn't be more in love with my partner, and we are preparing to marry shortly. I was watching for the perfect moment for him to propose to her.

"Have you brought the money?" the query is. That person inquired. He never took his gaze away from the documents he was signing.

"Dawin, boss" This is my daughter, Lucas. I respectfully urge that you compel me to pay the 10 million pesos I owe. "This is only my daughter."

My father's remarks astonished Dawin. He turned away from the others and confronted me.

For a moment, we exchanged looks.

The wrath in his emerald eyes terrified the living daylights out of me.