The monitor next to her father beeped faintly as Evelyn sat on a tiny stool next to him. He was okay, but she wasn’t. She couldn’t believe what had happened twenty-four hours ago. All she knew was that her family was at risk, and she had to do something to solve this.
After her father fainted, Julian was kind enough to call an ambulance for him. Evelyn hadn’t seen him or his men since then, but she was sure they weren’t done yet.
As if on cue, a knock on the door startled her. She slowly walked to the door and opened it a little, enough for her to get a peek. She sighed in relief as she saw the nurse.
“Is everything alright?” the nurse questioned with a quizzical brow.
“Yes,” Evelyn smiled. Or at least tried to.
“Great, well. This came for you,” the nurse pulled out a crisp white envelope from her pocket.
“Thank you.”
The nurse didn’t reply and just began to check her father’s vitals. Evelyn carefully flipped the envelope, and the seal confirmed her fears. They really were not done with them. The small J in italics looked at her in a sharp, cold gaze.
She pulled out the small cream-colored paper enclosed in it. You could tell the paper was expensive with the way it smelled.
Dear Evelyn Winters,
This is a final reminder about the $2 million your father borrowed. Time is up, and there are no more excuses. You have crossed the wrong people, and now you must face the consequences. You have only one option to fix this and make up for the disrespect caused by your family. You must repay the debt by becoming my pet. There are no other choices. You must agree to this. At 9 PM tonight, my men will come to pick you up. If you refuse, things will get much worse for you. The clock is ticking, Evelyn. Make the right choice.
Expect no mercy, Julian Anderson.
Pet? What was that supposed to mean? What kind of pet?
A shiver ran through her as she read the letter over and over again, crushing the envelope. Nevertheless, she decided to worry about this later and write a letter to her father explaining where she was, and that he needn’t worry since the debt had been paid off. Of course, she didn’t mention by who or what.
Exactly at nine, a black shiny Mercedes stood in front of the hospital. She grabbed her bag of clothes that she had managed to get from her house along with other supplies and got in the car, without a word. Two men were sitting in the car, all dressed in black. The driver looked older, his stark white hair an unnoticeable contrast against his suit. The one on the left had an earpiece, and he uttered a single word when she sat in the back seat.
“Secured.”
The ride felt like an eternity, each passing minute filled with anticipation and dread. Her mind raced with questions, but the silence of the men in the car offered no answers. She couldn't shake off the feeling of being trapped in a nightmare, unsure of what awaited her at the end of this journey.
As they finally arrived at their destination, the imposing gates of a grand mansion loomed before them. The car came to a halt, and the driver opened her door with a silent gesture. Stepping out, she couldn't help but feel a sense of foreboding wash over her as she gazed up at the darkened windows of the mansion.
The two men escorted her inside without a word, their presence looming over her like silent sentinels. The interior was just as intimidating as the exterior, with lavish furnishings and dimly lit corridors that seemed to stretch on forever.
She was led to a luxurious sitting room, where Julian Salvatore awaited her. His presence commanded the room, and she couldn't help but feel a shiver run down her spine as his cold gaze settled on her.
"Evelyn Winters," he said, his voice like ice. "I trust you received my letter."
She nodded, unable to tear her gaze away from him. His aura exuded power and danger, and she couldn't shake off the feeling that she was in the presence of a predator.
"You have a choice to make, Evelyn," Julian continued, his voice soft but laced with steel. "You can either accept your fate and repay your family's debt by becoming my pet, or you can face the consequences."
She swallowed hard, the gravity of the situation sinking in. Becoming his pet meant surrendering her freedom, her autonomy. But refusing meant risking the safety of her family, of herself.
"What does being your pet entail?" she finally mustered the courage to ask, her voice barely above a whisper.
Julian's lips curled into a cruel smile, sending a chill down her spine. "You will belong to me, body and soul. You will obey my every command, without question. And in return, I will ensure the safety of your family and provide for your every need."
The choice was clear, but the weight of it felt suffocating. She glanced around the room, searching for any sign of hope or escape, but found none.
With a heavy heart, she made her decision. "I accept," she whispered, the words tasting like bitter defeat on her tongue.
Julian's smile widened, a predatory gleam in his eyes. "Welcome to your new life, Evelyn Winters. You will soon learn what it means to be mine."
As his words hung in the air, she couldn't help but wonder what dark path she had just embarked upon. But one thing was certain – there was no turning back now.
They led her to a big, fancy room in the mansion. It looked like something out of a movie, with fancy curtains and shiny gold decorations everywhere. The bed was huge, like something from a princess story.
But even surrounded by all this luxury, she couldn't shake the feeling of worry and fear inside her. She kept thinking about her dad in the hospital, hoping he was okay without her there to take care of him.
And then there was Rylee, her sister. She hoped she was safe, away from the Mafia and their scary leader.
Tears filled her eyes as she thought about the tough times ahead. But she promised herself that she would do anything to protect her family, even if it meant sacrificing her own happiness.
Feeling lost and scared, she lay down on the bed, trying to find some comfort in the soft blankets. But sleep wouldn't come, and she was left with nothing but uncertainty and fear for what the future held.
All she could do was wait and hope for a better tomorrow, even in the midst of this dark and uncertain night.
With the first rays of dawn peeking through the heavy curtains, casting a soft glow across the room, Evelyn found herself unable to sleep a wink, her mind consumed by worry and fear. Reluctantly, she forced herself out of the luxurious bed, feeling like a fish out of water in such an extravagant setting.A gentle knock on the door shattered the silence, and before she could respond, a young woman in a crisp uniform entered, carrying a tray with breakfast. She placed it on a small table by the window and offered Evelyn a polite nod.“Good morning, Miss Winters. Mr. Salvatore asked me to ensure your comfort. If you need anything, please don’t hesitate to let me know.”“Thank you,” Evelyn murmured, her voice barely audible.The maid departed silently, leaving Evelyn alone with her swirling thoughts once more. She approached the table and mechanically nibbled on a piece of toast, though her appetite was nonexistent. Her mind remained preoccupied with thoughts of her father and Rylee. She n
The next morning, Evelyn awoke with a sense of determination. She couldn't continue living like this, feeling trapped and powerless. She needed to find a way to escape this mansion and free herself from Julian's grip. But to do that, she needed to understand every corner of this sprawling estate."Good morning, Ava," Evelyn greeted the maid with a forced smile as she entered her room. "I was wondering if we could take another tour of the mansion today? I'd like to see more of the grounds."Ava, ever cheerful, nodded enthusiastically. "Of course, Miss Evelyn. There's still so much for you to see. Shall we start now?"Evelyn agreed, and they set off through the mansion. She kept her real intentions to herself, masking her plans with curiosity and politeness.The mansion was a labyrinth of luxury and opulence, designed to impress and intimidate. As they walked through the corridors, Ava pointed out various features and rooms."This is the main living room," Ava said, opening double doors
That night, Evelyn lay in bed, her mind racing with thoughts of escape. She had spent days meticulously noting the guards' schedules and had drawn a detailed map of the mansion on a piece of paper. She had studied every possible exit and weakness in the security system. Despite Julian's warnings, she was determined to find a way out.Evelyn waited until the precise moment when the guards changed shifts, a time she had carefully observed over the past weeks. Slipping out of bed, she dressed in dark clothes to blend into the night and grabbed her map. She silently made her way through the mansion, avoiding any creaky floorboards and sticking to the shadows.She reached the vine-covered wall she had inspected earlier. Testing the strength of the vines once more, she found them capable of supporting her weight. With a deep breath, she began to climb, moving quickly but cautiously. She was almost at the top when an ear-splitting siren blared through the air, shattering the silence of the ni
Evelyn paced back and forth in her bedroom, her mind a whirlwind of emotions. She glanced at the flowers in her hand, feeling foolish for thinking Julian would appreciate them. The image of the blonde woman so close to him made her stomach churn. She had to apologize for last night, regardless of how she felt now.Taking a deep breath, she resolved to face him. She couldn't let her emotions get the better of her. She headed to Julian's study once more, hoping the woman would be gone. This time, she knocked firmly on the door."Come in," Julian's voice called out.Evelyn pushed the door open and stepped inside, finding Julian alone, sitting behind his large mahogany desk. His expression was unreadable, his gray eyes focused on her."Evelyn," he said, his tone neutral. "What brings you here?"She hesitated for a moment, then walked forward, holding out the flowers. "I wanted to apologize for last night. I... I know I made a mistake. And I brought these for you."Julian's eyebrows raised
"What's with the smile Miss?" Ava asked as she put final touches onto my hair.Evelyn blushed not realizing she had been day dreaming. "Uh... nothing, this gown is just so... gorgeous."It was true, Evelyn was in love with the gown."And you make it look even better. I'm sure all eyes will be on you tonight."Evelyn stood before the mirror, the soft glow of the vanity lights illuminating her figure draped in a stunning blue gown. The fabric hugged her curves in all the right places, the neckline dipping to reveal a hint of her delicate collarbone. Her hair was elegantly styled in an updo, strands coming down in loose curls around her face, her neck exposed.It was Ava's skilled hands that had worked their magic, turning her into a vision of elegance and sophistication. And beside her, Julian stood, looking handsome in his own attire, a perfectly tailored tuxedo that complemented her gown. His hair was slicked back, his tattoos peeking out from beneath the fabric, often made Evelyn curi
The morning light filtered through the curtains as Evelyn awoke to the sound of distant voices echoing through the mansion. She sat up, stretching as the events of the previous night came rushing back. Her mind was still clouded with thoughts of Julian—his protective stance, his cold yet gentle touch. She shook her head, trying to push those thoughts aside.Focus, she told herself. You’re here to repay a debt, nothing more.She got dressed and made her way downstairs, her curiosity piqued by the raised voices coming from Julian's study. As she approached, she recognized one of the voices as Julian's, low and authoritative. The other belonged to a man she didn't recognize.Evelyn hesitated outside the door, but the conversation inside was too intense to ignore.“You’re telling me they’ve aligned with them?” Julian's voice was sharp, a mix of disbelief and anger.“They didn’t have a choice, Julian,” the other man replied, his tone pleading. “The new gang is gaining ground faster than we
“Do you think it’s true?... about the statue?” I asked as I removed my jacket, resting it on top of the chair. We were in Julian’s room and he was sitting on his bed still in his work clothes as he watched me. “Maybe,” he said, a little distracted as if mentally he was somewhere else. “Would you… would you be willing to try it with me?” I asked quietly. He snapped back to the present and looked at me, his eyes wide with shock. “Would you be okay with that?” I nodded. “I guess so,” He then smiled wide and leaned on his arms backwards, “I’m sure you are my mate, but we’ll go there and test that statue out soon.” “Okay,” I smiled as I kept my weapons belt on the table. There was still something I wanted to ask Julian, and this seemed the right time. “Julian… that night, how did you know where I was?” Julian’s expression hardened and he straightened up, bringing his arms on his lap. “I couldn’t sleep that night… I went out for a walk but I couldn’t get you out of my head.
Phase one was the first step to get rid of Human discrimination– Getting rid of all enslaved humans. In the west and the east; the two Alpha’s– Jiya Williams –who took her husband’s place after he was brutally murdered by Werewolves, because he freed all human slaves. (Julian had told him to wait for his signal; but he went ahead and did it anyway.) And Caleb Long– the Alpha of the east region. The south was ruled by Julian’s good friend - Gabriel Allen. The first trip was to the east. Jiya Williams was a magnificent woman. Her brown skin glowed under the sun as she stood near the doors of her grand mansion, where the entrance was decorated with flowers of all colors. It was as if she had added life to her lands. Everywhere you looked, it was perfectly crafted, colored and kept. The doors, the houses, the crops, the lands, the markets and most importantly– the people. It was difficult to believe that this place would be anything less than peaceful. But not everything that glitters is
Phase one was the first step to get rid of Human discrimination– Getting rid of all enslaved humans. In the west and the east; the two Alpha’s– Jiya Williams –who took her husband’s place after he was brutally murdered by Werewolves, because he freed all human slaves. (Julian had told him to wait for his signal; but he went ahead and did it anyway.) And Caleb Long– the Alpha of the east region. The south was ruled by Julian’s good friend - Gabriel Allen. The first trip was to the east. Jiya Williams was a magnificent woman. Her brown skin glowed under the sun as she stood near the doors of her grand mansion, where the entrance was decorated with flowers of all colors. It was as if she had added life to her lands. Everywhere you looked, it was perfectly crafted, colored and kept. The doors, the houses, the crops, the lands, the markets and most importantly– the people. It was difficult to believe that this place would be anything less than peaceful. But not everything that glitters is
“Do you think it’s true?... about the statue?” I asked as I removed my jacket, resting it on top of the chair. We were in Julian’s room and he was sitting on his bed still in his work clothes as he watched me. “Maybe,” he said, a little distracted as if mentally he was somewhere else. “Would you… would you be willing to try it with me?” I asked quietly. He snapped back to the present and looked at me, his eyes wide with shock. “Would you be okay with that?” I nodded. “I guess so,” He then smiled wide and leaned on his arms backwards, “I’m sure you are my mate, but we’ll go there and test that statue out soon.” “Okay,” I smiled as I kept my weapons belt on the table. There was still something I wanted to ask Julian, and this seemed the right time. “Julian… that night, how did you know where I was?” Julian’s expression hardened and he straightened up, bringing his arms on his lap. “I couldn’t sleep that night… I went out for a walk but I couldn’t get you out of my head.
The morning light filtered through the curtains as Evelyn awoke to the sound of distant voices echoing through the mansion. She sat up, stretching as the events of the previous night came rushing back. Her mind was still clouded with thoughts of Julian—his protective stance, his cold yet gentle touch. She shook her head, trying to push those thoughts aside.Focus, she told herself. You’re here to repay a debt, nothing more.She got dressed and made her way downstairs, her curiosity piqued by the raised voices coming from Julian's study. As she approached, she recognized one of the voices as Julian's, low and authoritative. The other belonged to a man she didn't recognize.Evelyn hesitated outside the door, but the conversation inside was too intense to ignore.“You’re telling me they’ve aligned with them?” Julian's voice was sharp, a mix of disbelief and anger.“They didn’t have a choice, Julian,” the other man replied, his tone pleading. “The new gang is gaining ground faster than we
"What's with the smile Miss?" Ava asked as she put final touches onto my hair.Evelyn blushed not realizing she had been day dreaming. "Uh... nothing, this gown is just so... gorgeous."It was true, Evelyn was in love with the gown."And you make it look even better. I'm sure all eyes will be on you tonight."Evelyn stood before the mirror, the soft glow of the vanity lights illuminating her figure draped in a stunning blue gown. The fabric hugged her curves in all the right places, the neckline dipping to reveal a hint of her delicate collarbone. Her hair was elegantly styled in an updo, strands coming down in loose curls around her face, her neck exposed.It was Ava's skilled hands that had worked their magic, turning her into a vision of elegance and sophistication. And beside her, Julian stood, looking handsome in his own attire, a perfectly tailored tuxedo that complemented her gown. His hair was slicked back, his tattoos peeking out from beneath the fabric, often made Evelyn curi
Evelyn paced back and forth in her bedroom, her mind a whirlwind of emotions. She glanced at the flowers in her hand, feeling foolish for thinking Julian would appreciate them. The image of the blonde woman so close to him made her stomach churn. She had to apologize for last night, regardless of how she felt now.Taking a deep breath, she resolved to face him. She couldn't let her emotions get the better of her. She headed to Julian's study once more, hoping the woman would be gone. This time, she knocked firmly on the door."Come in," Julian's voice called out.Evelyn pushed the door open and stepped inside, finding Julian alone, sitting behind his large mahogany desk. His expression was unreadable, his gray eyes focused on her."Evelyn," he said, his tone neutral. "What brings you here?"She hesitated for a moment, then walked forward, holding out the flowers. "I wanted to apologize for last night. I... I know I made a mistake. And I brought these for you."Julian's eyebrows raised
That night, Evelyn lay in bed, her mind racing with thoughts of escape. She had spent days meticulously noting the guards' schedules and had drawn a detailed map of the mansion on a piece of paper. She had studied every possible exit and weakness in the security system. Despite Julian's warnings, she was determined to find a way out.Evelyn waited until the precise moment when the guards changed shifts, a time she had carefully observed over the past weeks. Slipping out of bed, she dressed in dark clothes to blend into the night and grabbed her map. She silently made her way through the mansion, avoiding any creaky floorboards and sticking to the shadows.She reached the vine-covered wall she had inspected earlier. Testing the strength of the vines once more, she found them capable of supporting her weight. With a deep breath, she began to climb, moving quickly but cautiously. She was almost at the top when an ear-splitting siren blared through the air, shattering the silence of the ni
The next morning, Evelyn awoke with a sense of determination. She couldn't continue living like this, feeling trapped and powerless. She needed to find a way to escape this mansion and free herself from Julian's grip. But to do that, she needed to understand every corner of this sprawling estate."Good morning, Ava," Evelyn greeted the maid with a forced smile as she entered her room. "I was wondering if we could take another tour of the mansion today? I'd like to see more of the grounds."Ava, ever cheerful, nodded enthusiastically. "Of course, Miss Evelyn. There's still so much for you to see. Shall we start now?"Evelyn agreed, and they set off through the mansion. She kept her real intentions to herself, masking her plans with curiosity and politeness.The mansion was a labyrinth of luxury and opulence, designed to impress and intimidate. As they walked through the corridors, Ava pointed out various features and rooms."This is the main living room," Ava said, opening double doors
With the first rays of dawn peeking through the heavy curtains, casting a soft glow across the room, Evelyn found herself unable to sleep a wink, her mind consumed by worry and fear. Reluctantly, she forced herself out of the luxurious bed, feeling like a fish out of water in such an extravagant setting.A gentle knock on the door shattered the silence, and before she could respond, a young woman in a crisp uniform entered, carrying a tray with breakfast. She placed it on a small table by the window and offered Evelyn a polite nod.“Good morning, Miss Winters. Mr. Salvatore asked me to ensure your comfort. If you need anything, please don’t hesitate to let me know.”“Thank you,” Evelyn murmured, her voice barely audible.The maid departed silently, leaving Evelyn alone with her swirling thoughts once more. She approached the table and mechanically nibbled on a piece of toast, though her appetite was nonexistent. Her mind remained preoccupied with thoughts of her father and Rylee. She n
The monitor next to her father beeped faintly as Evelyn sat on a tiny stool next to him. He was okay, but she wasn’t. She couldn’t believe what had happened twenty-four hours ago. All she knew was that her family was at risk, and she had to do something to solve this.After her father fainted, Julian was kind enough to call an ambulance for him. Evelyn hadn’t seen him or his men since then, but she was sure they weren’t done yet.As if on cue, a knock on the door startled her. She slowly walked to the door and opened it a little, enough for her to get a peek. She sighed in relief as she saw the nurse.“Is everything alright?” the nurse questioned with a quizzical brow.“Yes,” Evelyn smiled. Or at least tried to.“Great, well. This came for you,” the nurse pulled out a crisp white envelope from her pocket.“Thank you.”The nurse didn’t reply and just began to check her father’s vitals. Evelyn carefully flipped the envelope, and the seal confirmed her fears. They really were not done wit