Chapter Three

*Ashley's POV*

I watched as Aunty Maggie descended the stairs, her face wearing a satisfied smile. I was convinced she would stand up for me, but when she reached me, she turned to Matt and said, “A million dollars is too small. You need to raise it to ten million dollars.”

My heart sank. I had been hoping for some support from Aunty Maggie, but it seemed she was just as determined as Matt to get the most money possible. I could feel my eyes welling up with tears, but I managed to keep them back. I wouldn’t give anyone the satisfaction of seeing me cry.

“Ten million dollars? Aunty Maggie, even if it is a million dollars, I will not do it. ” I said, my voice shaking with anger. “Do you not remember what you said you would not let me do”

“Well, no body has ever offered to sleep with any of my girls for a million dollars,” Aunty Maggie said, her voice firm. “Its a fair price for someone I cherish so much. Come on, you will have fun.”

“But you promised me!” I said. “You promised me that I would not have to sleep with anyone. That was what you said. That was why I agreed to work for  you!”

Aunty Maggie sighed. “I understand your frustration, Ashley,” she said. “But this isn’t just about you. I need money to keep up this place and to upgrade my life. I have been taking care of you since childhood, can you not do this, just once for me?.”

I wanted to argue, but I knew there was no point. Aunty Maggie would always prefer money over anything or anyone. It was who she was. I put my face to the ground as I heard Aunty Maggie turn to Matt and continued speaking, “I think we can come to an agreement that’s satisfactory for everyone,” she said. “Let’s sit down and discuss it. Or rather, let's talk here. What do you say? Ten million dollars and she is yours for the night?.”

She turned to look at me and then stared back at him as she continued, " She's a virgin too. No one has touched her before. I made sure of that"

I lifted my face up to look at the response Matt would give. I watched as he folded his arms and smiled.

" Is she really a virgin?" He asked, Aunty Maggie nodded." I never let her talk to men or even have male friends. I swear it" she added.

"In that case, I would love to buy her." He said with a deeper voice. I felt lighted headed as I heard those words.

"What the hell?" I muttered as I stared into his eyes.

My heart broke as Matt said he wanted to buy me. I couldn't believe my ears. Was he stupid or something? I turned to look at Aunty Maggie, expecting her to say no, but to my surprise, she asked how much and Matt offered a hundred million. Aunty Maggie agreed and told me to go home and bring my clothes. I couldn't believe it. I felt betrayed by Aunty Maggie and I was filled with anger and sadness.

I felt like I was a commodity, something to be bought and sold. I had only just met Matt, the man who wanted to sleep with me and now I was being sold to him. I was so confused and upset. I didn't know what to do. I just wanted to run away as far as I could.

I was in shock as I walked home. I had been living with Aunty Maggie since she took me out of the orphanage. Since my parents died, I lived with her and I had felt loved and taken care of by her. But now she had sold me to a stranger. I was so angry, and I felt betrayed.

When I got home, I packed my bags and started to cry. I was so scared of what was going to happen to me. I had no idea what Matt was like, and I was scared of what he would do. I was so scared of going to a place I had never been before, and of being in the hands of a stranger.

The next morning, I said goodbye to Aunty Maggie and took a taxi to Matt's house. She gave me some money and told me she wished me a good life. I hated her for saying that to me but I had no time to react. I simply got into the car and zoomed off.

When I arrived, I was greeted by a butler who showed me to my room. I was relieved to find that the room was well-furnished, and that I had my own bathroom.

The next few weeks were a blur. I was in shock, and I was scared of Matt. I felt like a slave, and I was scared of what he would do to me. I was also scared of the strange people who Matt kept around him.

One day, Matt asked me to come to his office. I was scared of what he wanted, but I had no choice. When I arrived, he asked me to sit beside him. Still a little scared, I did what my new boss told me to do. I did not want to get on his nerves since he was now my new owner. As I sat beside him, I watched him closely.

I look around his office, taking in my surroundings. I notice the mahogany desk, the leather chairs, the majestic view of the cityscape from the window. He is sitting in one of the chairs in front of the desk, his back towards me. He is typing away on his computer, not having noticed my presence yet.

I take a moment to observe him. His jawline is well chiseled and his broad shoulders are exposed in that suit he was wearing. The way he slides his hands on the mouse as he stares at the desktop mesmerizes me. I can’t help but be drawn in by his good looks. I feel my breath quicken as I take in his handsome features.

I continued to stare but soon, something enters my nose and I look away to sneeze.

I whisper a 'bless me' and soon, turn to continue admiring my boss. But as I turn, I see his eyes staring at me.

My heart raced as I caught his glare. Sitting beside him in his office, I had been completely entranced by his beauty, marveling at his well-chiseled jawline and broad shoulders. I had gotten lost in the way his hands moved gracefully on the mouse, and it seemed like time had slowed to a snail’s pace.

But now, time had sped up and I was panicking. I looked away, embarrassed and feeling silly. I had let my curiosity get the best of me, but I realized I had to stay focused.

He cleared his throat and started to speak. “I’m sure you’re wondering why I brought you here.”

I nodded, finding my voice. “Yes, sir. I’m a bit confused.”

He leaned back in his chair and took a deep breath. “I’m your new owner. Your parents passed away and Aunty Maggie gave me full rights over you.I have ve taken over their those rights, so, You’re now my responsibility.”

My eyes widened. I had never expected this. I was completely lost for words. He really was making me sound like a commodity.

“I know this is a lot to take in,” he said. “But I want you to know that I’m here for you. I’ll do my best to make sure you have everything you need. I might be your new owner but I will treat you right" he said as he put his hand into his top most drawer and brought out a phone. He handed it over to me.

"Thank you" I nodded, trying to compose myself. I had so many questions and I wanted to understand what was happening, but I felt overwhelmed.

He smiled at me and stood up. “Come, I’ll show you around the my house.”

We went on a tour of the house and he pointed out the various rooms, telling me their uses and what was inside. I was in awe of the grandeur of the place. I had never seen anything like it.

At the end of the tour, he took me back to his office and sat down. He looked at me with a kind expression.

“I want you to feel at home here,” he said. “You’ll have all the freedom you need to explore the house like it is yours. I’ll be here if you need me.”

I blushed, feeling a warmth in my chest. Mr Matt Damon was looking different in my eyes now. He was no longer the man I assumed him to be. Now, He seemed so kind and understanding. I felt safe and secure.

“Thank you" I said as I got up to leave. I had reached the door and was about turning the handle when he called my name.

"Ashley" he called as I touched the door knob. "Yes sir" I turned.

"Don't call me sir. Calm me Matt. I like my name" he said as he continued on his computer screen. I nodded, "Yes, Mr Matt Damon"

"I said Matt. Not Mr Matt Damon" he said again.

"Alright, Sir." I nodded as I turned back to open the door. " Wait. There is something I forgot to tell you." He said I watched him leave his desktop, get up from the chair and walk to me. I wondered why. I could clearly hear him if he sat there and talked to me.

"It's important.. are you ready?" He asked as I watched he walking to me. I nodded again. "Yes sir"

"I took you across the rooms in my house. I showed you everything. You are part of this household now. Do you understand?" He said as he had gotten to me and was now looking down, from his level, into my eyes.

"Yes sir" I said again, fighting the urge not to be seduced by my new owner.

"You are allowed to go anywhere in this house. Everywhere except room 205. Do you understand me? Do I make myself clear?" He repeated to me. I pouted my mouth as my curiosity was getting the best of me.

"May I ask why? Matt" I asked him as I stared into his eyes again. He pulled away and took a few steps to his desk before he turned to me and said, "it's for your safety. Trust me. You do not want to know"

I nodded as I opened the door to leave, leaving him behind me staring at my back.

I had agreed to what he said, but he was wrong about one thing. I, Ashley was someone who always satisfied my curiosity and I wanted to know what was behind the room 205. As I left his office, I strolled down the hall way and was now in front of the door that read "205"

I smiled. I was going to find out what he said was there and I was going to find out now. I knocked and opened the door. As I got in, I was surprised to see what was hidden behind the door.

I gasped as I used my hands to cover my mouth. The tray I held in my hand fell off and broke, leaving a loud impact in the house. I heard Matt calling for me.

"Oh shit, I'm dead"