Madison's POVI raised my eyebrows at him still very stunned. Was that a slip of the tongue? He can't possibly mean marriage? What is he talking about? Lots of thoughts kept running through my mind."What are you saying master? Are you trying to tell me that I'm getting married to...to you?" I stammered, and he took my hand. "I know you are surprised, but I just want you to know that there's no way I'll let anyone hurt you. You're safe here, and about the marriage... Yes. You and I are getting married anything soon" He replied with a smile, and I gulped hard."You seem to have forgotten who I am Master, have you forgotten that I'm a slave at the Stone's castle? Why would a Master like you want to marry a slave?" I cried out, and he shook his head."You're not a slave here in the valleys, Madison. No one will dare to treat you like a slave" He assured me, and I scratched my head.Honestly, I didn't know how to feel. Should I be happy that he said he'd protect me? Should I be happy he
Lucien's POVSmokes emanated from my mouth and nostrils as I smoked deeply the cigarette in between my lips. Why am I feeling unhappy? Is it because of that unfortunate slave? I shouldn't be feeling this way."Master, would you like me to bring in your breakfast? Lady Delia already prepared it for you just the way you like it" Axel started, and I shook my head in disagreement.Axel stared at me in confusion. He must be surprised that I refused to have breakfast. Probably because I don't do that often. Why have I suddenly lost appetite? My head was aching so badly, and my eyes heavy."Master, may I ask you a question?" Axel spoke up calmly, and I nodded my head again. My eyes were fixed on the scroll in my hand."What's going on, Master? You have refused to eat your favorite breakfast, and your eyes is swollen like you haven't gotten sleep at all for a whole week. Is there anything bothering you?" Axel asked with concern, I turned my gaze away throwing the scroll on the ground."Get me
Lucien's POV"Get out" I shouted at her pushing her away, and walking into the inner room. I could hear her footsteps as she ran out of the room.I walked straight to the bathroom and showered as fast as I could. Getting out of the bathroom, I met lady Delia who was looking so sad."Lady Delia, why is your face like that? What happened?" I asked with arched eyebrows, and Lady Delia sighed."I'm really confused, Lucien. What do I do now? Your daughter has refused to eat or drink anything, and she's not even going to attend classes, she's been sobbing" Lady Delia cried out, and my eyes dimmed immediately.Anger engulfed me, but I managed to get a hold of myself. Who could have caused my daughter's sadness? There is absolutely nothing she wants that I won't get for her especially if it's within my reach."What could be the problem? Who dares to make my Princess sad?" I growled."Why don't you come and see her for yourself? I'm exhausted because she has refused to even look at me. I don't
Madison's POVI turned my gaze at Master Xavier, and cold shivers ran down my spine. Why is he staring at me like that? Is there something wrong?"Wow! You look absolutely beautiful" Xavier complimented, and I gulped hard with a sigh of relief."Thank you, Master" I snapped, and he patted my hair though I was still uncomfortable with how close he is."I'm sure you'll look even more beautiful than the rest of them. Let's go Mandy" Xavier brought out his hand, and I bit my lower lips.Getting up from the chair where I was seated, I sluggishly held his hand. He kissed my fist, and I choked immediately. He has been so kind to me, but I'm not really comfortable being around him.Furthermore, he held my hands as we walked out of the room. The servants kept bowing to me, and it feels good though weird.Immediately we got outside the big compound of the mansion, a black Lamborghini drove close to us, and parked in front of us."Shall we?" Master Xavier opened the car, and I got into the car.
Stone's POVWith my hands tucked in my pocket, I walked down the hallway dressed up for the royal banquet. Actually, I don't always attend such parties, but I know Xavier will be there. I just want to speak to him."Master, are you sure you really want to attend this banquet? You haven't done this in years now, won't this be bringing back unwanted memories?" Emery walked behind me, and I kept mute like I wasn't listening to her.Attending this banquet will actually bring back memories to me. Unwanted memories to start with. The last time I attended the royal banquet, I did that with my wife."If you don't keep your mouth shut, I'll have you locked up and tortured in the torture room" I stared at her with disdain, and she gulped hard."I'm sorry Master" She snapped, and I rolled my eyes."I hate that word. Just keep quiet if you still appreciate the fact that you're breathing" I said, as we headed outside the castle.Emery was going to be my escort for today's event because I can't go
Stone's POVThe car drove straight into venue, and I got down from the car. My pace increased at every step, and Emery had no choice than to run after me.Of course, I didn't come here to hold hands with her. I just can't come without an escort which is why I took her.The guards at the door bowed the moment they saw me, and I rushed into the banquet hall. I was showed to the VIP, and then I spotted Xavier."That bastard" I cursed within myself as I walked up to him, but I met Karl and Derek first. They were drinking and chatting when they saw me walking towards Xavier."Stone? Are my eyes deceiving me? What the f*** are you doing here?" Karl scoffed on seeing me, and I gulped hard with the tobacco pipe in my mouth."Are you sure really know where you are? My goodness! You even came with your slut? You came so prepared. What happened Stone? How did you come here?" Derek mockingly asked, and I exhaled deeply."Where's Madison?" That was all I could say no matter how hard I tried to for
Tara's POVMy jaw dropped in shock the moment I saw Stone whose chest was bleeding. He took the bullet for this slave? But why?"Stone?" I called out, and rushed to kneel beside him. I was so shocked. Is he related to the slave girl? No f****** way! He can't be related to her."You slut! How dare you? How dare you do this to Stone?" Xavier slapped my cheek hard, and I stared at him with widened eyes."You slapped me, Xavier?" I freaked out, and he pushed me roughly. I landed my back on the car, and groaned in pains."When will you stop being so toxic, Tara? Are you not tired of this deceitful relationship we are keeping? Have you not seen that I don't have any feelings for you? You better pray hard. Pray hard that nothing happens to Stone" Xavier rushed to the stupid slave, and helped her into the car."Mad... Madison! How is she? Is she... Is she okay?" Stone who was still groaning in pains still worried about the slave."Stop talking Stone. You just have to go with me to the herbali
Tara's POVI rushed into the mansion, and straight to my room. I was shivering in fear.The thought of how dreadful Stone is made me so uncomfortable. I ran straight to the bathroom in my room, and washed my face roughly with the water running from the sink."Ma'am Tara? Would you like some sandwiches?" I heard Mia's voice from the room."Hell no, you @sshole" I yelled, banging my fist on the wall with fury and fear mixed together."Are you sure you're alright, Miss Tara? Is there something you want?" She continued asking."Why the f*** are you being a pest, Mia? Are you stupid, huh? I just told you I don't want anything. Don't you have brains?" I shouted coldly at her. Shortly, I heard the door close. What the hell did you do Tara? What if Stone doesn't make it out alive? He'll have my entire existence wiped off by his good for nothing soldiers.***Mia walked out of the room with a gloomy look. She kept on mumbling within herself when she met my father heading towards the stairs."
Madison's POVMy mouth and hands were tied. Only my legs weren't, but I still couldn't stand on my feet. Tears kept running down my face, and my nose won't stop running either. My hair was so messy, and all over my face. I felt so miserable. The room where I was kept was so dark, and cold.Who could have kidnapped me? I haven't done anything wrong to anyone?The door was kicked open, and someone walked into the room. Fear gripped me, and I felt a sharp pain on my tummy."Hello, Madison. Long time no see" I heard a familiar voice, and immediately I recognized who it was."Bianca?" I called out with fear in the trace of my voice."You recognized me so quickly, huh? Well, I just want you to go back to where you belong. You and I know that you belong here, you shouldn't be dining with the master" She laughed hysterically."Bianca, for the sake of my child please let me go. This child is innocent, and I know that you know how it feels to be kept in such a position when you're pregnant. You
Lucien's POVI slowly opened my eyes, and felt a warm body touching mine. My lips curled in a smile because I knew it was Madison. I turned to her, and touched her baby bump softly. I could feel the baby kicking, and I kissed her forehead.“She's so cute while asleep” I giggled. I heard a knock on the door, and sat up immediately.I knew it was Axel because he's always the first to come into my room every morning.“Good morning, master” He greeted, and I nodded my head. His eyes widened immediately he saw Madison on my bed, but he bowed his head immediately.“Tell the cook that I'll be making breakfast for Madison myself today” I said as I sat on the armchair, and put on my glasses.“Master?” He raised his brow in shock.“I didn't know you've become deaf, Axel. I just informed you that I want you to let the cook know that I'll be coming to the kitchen to make breakfast for Madison by myself” I snorted, and he swallowed hard with a nod.“Okay. I understand you, Master” He bowed before
Bianca's POVAll I felt was anger and humiliation. Stone actually sent me out of the castle just because of that bi·ch, Madison. They might think that this is the end, but little did they know that this is the beginning.“Mom, are we leaving the castle already? I'm so happy” Marvin jumped for joy, and I scoffed.“If you weren't my son, I would have slapped you hard on the face. Are you stupid? Why are you so happy that we are leaving such a beautiful castle? I thought you've always wanted to be a prince?” I glared hard at him.“Yes Mom, I've always wanted to be a prince, but I want to be a prince who is loved by his parents. The man you called my father doesn't love me, he has a daughter whom he loves so much and treats like a princess” Marvin bowed his head.“And the only thing we can do is to fight for your right, Marvin. I can't believe you're giving up, why can't you act like your mother for once?” I held his hand.“Mom, let's just leave the Castle. I want to go back to the States
Madison's POVI walked into the well-furnished with my jaw dropped. To be honest, if anyone had told me that I would be given such a room in the castle, I would have accused the person of lying.“Mandy, congratulations” I heard a shrieking voice, and the door was thrown open. Of course, I wasn't surprised to see Mona. She's the only one who would shout anytime she sees me.“Mona, thank you so much” I held her hand, and she giggled. With a shrug, she patted my hair. “Who else would I help if not you, dear sister? I told you I won't let you die, and I kept my promise” “I was so scared. You know how slaves who get pregnant for the Master are being killed, right? I was surprised when the master said I was an exception. You don't know how scared I was” I gulped nervously.“Haven't you noticed? I think the master has a thing for you, and that's the reason he made you an exception” Mona lowered her voice, and giggled.“Rubbish! What are you saying? You're wrong, he only kept me alive becau
Maria's POVI gave out a shrieking yell immediately as I got into the room. Emery was in the pool of her blood. Furthermore, I was so scared that I had to cover my mouth with my palms.“What is going on?” Some guards rushed into the room on hearing the scream.“It's…. Emery. She's been stabbed” I pointed to her cold body. They rushed to her, and carried her out of the room.I was still sobbing as Emery's corpse was laid on the bamboo bed outside the castle. The Master walked out of the castle with an emotionless face.“What exactly happened to your mistress?” He asked with his face fixed on Emery's lifeless body.“I… I don't know, Master. I just got into the room, and found her in the pool of blood” I cried bitterly.“Do you know anyone who could have killed her? I mean, is there anyone who has issues with her, or someone who doesn't like her?” He raised a brow, and turned to me. I quickly bowed my head.“To be honest, I don't know anyone who would want her dead. I only know someone w
Lucien's POVMy eyes narrowed the moment I heard that voice. The Master's child? What does that mean?To everyone's greatest surprise, it was Mona, Madison's best friend and a slave.“Who do you think you are? What made you think you have a say here? Shut your pit, and don't say a word” Bianca glared hard at her.“Let her, Bianca. Let her speak. What are you talking about, Mona? What do you mean when you say that I have a child?” I arched my eyebrows. “Mona, you promised not to tell anyone. Please I'm ready to die even if it means dying with the secret” Madison cried out, and Mona shook her head in disagreement.“I wanted to agree with you, Madison. But I'm sorry I can't stand here and watch you get killed alongside your secret. I just want you to know that whatever I'm doing is for your own good” Mona replied to her. With a roar, I yelled at them; “Don't let me repeat myself. What are you talking about?”“Madison is pregnant, master. You're the one responsible for her pregnancy” Mo
Mona's POV“Get a hold of yourself, Madison. I understand how you feel, but I want to show you that I'll do whatever it takes to see that I prove your innocence" I cried out.“How… how are you going to do that, Madison?” Madison replied. She was already so tired.“I don't know Mandy, but I do know that I'm definitely going to help you out. You know how important you are to me, you're the only family that I know. I was able to pick up some points from Mateo. I'll make good use out of those points, and I'll make sure that you're brought out of here” I sniffed hard.“Promise me Mona… promise me that you won't tell anyone about what we just discussed. I don't want people to think that I'm using it to set myself free. If you ever let anyone know about this, I know it is good news, but I'm certainly going to get into more trouble” Madison stared at me blankly.“What if it is the only way to let you out of here? What if it is the only way to save you from death? I can't promise you anything,
Mona's POVTears rolled down my eyes as I stared at Mateo. He was wearing a grin on his face, and all I felt was bitterness.“Tell me, why are you doing this? What has she done to deserve this wickedness?” I cried out.“What wickedness? I didn't tell on her, even if we were enjoying each other's company. Are you surprised that she's been sleeping with me?” He laughed hysterically.“You can tell me any other thing, but I know my friend too well. She will never have anything to do with you, why are you lying against her? She has done absolutely nothing to you, is that how much you hate her?” I sobbed.“You think anything is going to save her? The master saw her with me. It's not like he was told, he saw with his own eyes. Why are you not believing something that the Master saw as well?” He narrowed his eyes.“Because no matter whatever they say, I know my friend. I know what she can do and what she can't do. I trust her so much, and there's no way I'll believe anyone else but her” I sna
Lucien's POVI lit the stick of cigarette that I placed in between my lips, and puffed the smoke.“Get out, Bianca”From my voice alone, you can dictate how hurt I was. All I felt was betrayal and sadness because I never expected such from Madison. If someone had told me that Madison would have done what I saw her doing, I would have cut the person's throat.“Lucien, let me keep you company” Bianca seductively said, as she grabbed the bedspread. She used it to cover herself because she was still n*ked.“Are you deaf? Or do you by any means have a death wish? Don't let me repeat myself, I'll have your arm cut off” I spoke in between gritted teeth.“No, I'll leave” She snapped, and rushed out of the room with the bedspread she wrapped around herself.Tears circulated in my eyes again, and I blinked them back. I trusted her, and now this. I would have disbelieved this if I didn't see it.Likewise, I was still lost in thoughts when I heard the creak of my door. Furthermore, I turned aroun