I slowly crept towards the front door, trying to keep a light footstep. Several things can go out of order. My mind goes through endless possibilities that could happen if I get caught. I hold back a shudder even thinking about it. I have to be very careful if I don't want to get caught.
Slowly, I unfastened the wooden door, trying my best not to make any sound. I was about to open the door when a hand clasped onto my shoulder, making me tense. Swirling around, I came eye to eye with Dean, who was gazing at me with a full grin. I started to panic internally but did my best to keep my face still.
"What are you doing?" He asked, raising a perfectly shaped eyebrow.
"I-I" Clearing my throat, I gave him a hesitant answer. "I wanted to get some water." I'm swift to explain myself.
"Water and here," I forgot to mention, I'm terrible when it comes to lying.
"I just forgot the direction of the kitchen" he laughs at my words.
"I wonder what Ivan will think if he comes to know his little princess was trying to escape. Actually, forget about what he will think. I'm actually curious... What will he do with you? When he finds out about your little unsuccessful plan of escaping", I know he was trying to scare me. Honestly, it was totally working.
"Please don't tell anyone. I won't try anything again please" I barely let out. "Pl-please"
Dean hums, bringing up his hand to scratch at his chip while he thinks. "Fine." I can't help but let out a sigh of relief but these next words had me tensed in anticipation. "But-"
"But?"
"What will I get for keeping your secret safe with me," he queries.
"I don't have anything to give you," I said timidly.
"Actually you do have," I furrowed my eyebrows as I couldn't understand what he meant by that. I don't know what he is expecting me to do.
"W-what?"
"Kiss me" he uttered nonchalantly.
"Wh-what?" I gaped at him in outright perplexity. What does he mean by 'kiss me'?
His limp wrapped around my waist as our trunks pressed against each other. "Just a kiss. What happened today will remain forever between us," His breath touched my ear and I trembled.
"No" I replied almost instantly without any irresolution as I wrestled against his body, earning a cackle, but his eyes held a menacing gleam in them.
"No?" He arched his brow as if he could almost believe I said those words.
"No" I repeated again and this time more firmly than before. "And let me go," I added, as I gathered all my strength and pushed him away from me as hard as I could. He wobbled back a few steps. Instantly, his features morphed into displeasure and just as he was about to say something.
"What is happening here?" A voice boomed. I knew who it was. My head quickly snaps in the direction of the masculine voice. Ivan was standing there with a confused expression.
"I asked, what is happening here?" He stared into mine and then traced them back to Dean. Before anyone could say anything. David, along with Sasha, enters the room.
"What's happening here? What is all this noise about?" David sways in a sleepy tone as a yawn escapes from him.
"Actually your little bird was ready to fly from here but I caught her before she could get away from here" My eyes stretched in horror and at the same time Ivan cracked his head around, his eyes burning with anger.
Fright... That's the only thing I can feel right now. I had not in my life experienced this level of fear. I have no idea what will happen to me next. It seemed he could squash me effortlessly. I could literally hear my heart racing. My anxiety increases with every passing time.
"Did you try to run?" He finally spoke up, interrupting the silence. His posture was peaceful yet intimidating at the same time.
"Ivan gave her one chance, she just made a mistake." Sasha promptly lowers her head in submission, mumbling out an apology as Ivan gives her a warning look. She looked tremendously unnerved. With Sasha gone in silence mode, Ivan's attention is once again all on me.
"Didn't I ask you a question?"
"I-I" I stammered, trying to find the right word.
"Yes, or No," he asked, cutting me off.
"I- I...Please"
"I said Yes or No Jasmin". I could tell he was getting impatient.
"Y-Yes". There's no reason to lie anymore, he already knew the answer.
His whole demeanor changed as something shifted inside him. I take a step back at his animosity, not sure how to take it. Grabbing hold of my wrists, he pulls my body back and gives me an unanticipated strike across my cheek, making me stumble, but I am able to regain my balance before I could fall.
On the other hand, I am shocked he slapped me. Ivan had never yelled at me, let alone hit me in the few days I had stayed here. I can still feel the burn on my skin.
"Get the fuck out of my face before I kill you," he screeched. I obeyed immediately, not wanting to anger him any further than he already was.
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I was endeavoring inwardly to put myself together for whatever was to come. I am sure he will torment me and then finish me in the most excruciating way.
The bedroom door opened, causing me to crawl across the far corner of the bed. I caught the sight of my captor as Ivan entered the room all in his frightening glory. He shut the door behind me and locked it, and my heart hammered violently against my chest, pulsing in my veins.
His demeanor clearly indicates how angry he is, making me gulp in nervousness. I can't help but to tense up in anticipation, scared of what's about to happen. I want nothing more than to get on my knees and beg him for forgiveness, but I won't.
He stops right in front of me. Anxiety grasping me, I further crawled back on the bed, setting myself apart from him.
His expressions didn't waver at all. He just stands there and stares at me, his lack of reaction makes my palms sweat. It was like the silence before the storm. I don't know if I should initiate a conversation or I should rather just stay quiet.
"I-I". I start when the silence becomes unendurable, but Ivan raises his hand and immediately cuts me off. I immediately pressed my lips together, not wanting to piss him off anymore.
"Why?" He asked out of the blue.
"W-what?" I shuttered, confused.
"Why?" He paused for a brief second. "Why did you try to run?" It was as if the more he spoke, the angrier he got. His tone gets louder with every word and I'm not an admirer of shouting, at all.
"Did I hurt you?" It's true, Ivan behaves unexpectedly well towards me. Minus the fact he chains me like an animal every night or if he has to go somewhere for his business. Of course, which surely includes killing. But that doesn't mean anything.
"I have done everything since day one to make you comfortable here and this is how you pay me," he adds further, as if I am the ungrateful one.
His remark unhooks the little control I had left and, just like that, I burst into anger. "Pay you? Are you serious right now? Who do you think you are to act like I have betrayed your trust? You killed my parents and kidnapped me and you are keeping me here against my will. Is that reason not enough for me, not wanting to stay here?" I've never felt as angry in my entire life as I do right now.
"And did I tell you to do anything for me? Yes, if you still want to do anything for me, then let me go... Set me free, that's the only thing I want from you." I said as I gave him a disgusting look.
"Jasmin" His voice was laced with a warning, but I did not have it. I am too furious to care about it right now.
"What? You don't like to hear the truth. You are a monster. Actually, you are a coward" I said in the state of my anger.
The room was quiet as my furious words filled the air. I have no idea where that came from. It came as a reaction and once it escaped, I regret it, not all of it but some of it. But it's too late now because what's done is done. It can't be changed now.
The muscles of his jaw twitched. If Ivan was not irked prior to it, surely he was at the moment. "The monster you say. Well then, let me show you what a monster can do". I froze up at his words. My courage faded into thin air, fear replaced it.
"What? What do you-ou m-mean?" I whispered, my voice cracking at the end.
And next thing I knew, I was pushed flat onto the bed. I try to sit straight but he easily overpowers me, straddles me, and gets me stuck underneath him.
"What are you doing?" I panicked.
"Showing you who you belong to," I visibly paled at his remark.
It had to be a joke, a very cruel one.Ivan grips my T-shirt and yanks at the cloth with full force, shredding it from top to bottom and throws it on the floor. His lips instantly latch on one of my tits, sucking on my nipple while he cupped the other. His motion was swift and out of the blue.
"No, no... Please stop," I stammered as I tried hard to get away from his tight grip but to no avail.
He then yanked my underwear down, leaving me in a state of nature; unclad and nude. I sharply inbreathe as the air hits my pussy. Ivan proceeds to do the same with him as I watch him let his pants drop together with his brief. He then positioned himself between my legs.
"No! Please! Let me go, please!" I begged, but my pleas were deafening.
I kicked him in the air and hit him with my fist. He groans and his face is distorted with pleasure as he enters deep inside me at once. Sharp pain pierced through me and my breathing almost stopped for a moment as my pussy struggled to adjust to his enormous penis.
He pulls himself out of me and harshly pushes himself back into me. I screeched, not anticipating it. Ivan held me onto my place and began to pump in and out of me without giving me time to adjust. My body bounces forward from his ruthless thrust.
"Ivan please stop," He doesn't stop as he thrust inside of me deeper and faster every time.
"Stop," I cried out. He lifted my leg and placed it over his shoulder and fucked me deeper than before.
"Ivan I-" I began, but he cut me off by slamming his lips on mine, kissing me roughly, still thrusting inside me.
The sound of the skin slapping along with his groan and my painful cries, including occasional moans resonate throughout the room.
I lay there still staring at the ceiling, letting him do what he wanted. I was tired, my limbs had long since given up the ability to function. I try to fight to stay awake, but it's all to no avail as my body is limp and I sink into unconsciousness.
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Ivan was not in the room when I woke up. His side of the bed was cold and vacant, implying that it had been a long time since he was off. And I was extremely grateful for that. My body ached all over, especially between my legs. I could still feel the sticky white of the residuum between my legs. I never imagined this would happen to me. He's a vicious animal. A sobs wreck through me, I muffle the sobs by clasping my hand over my mouth. After crying for what seemed like forever, I dragged my body out of bed but immediately winced when a sharp burning pain erupted from between my thighs from yesterday's assault. Ignoring the pain, I walked into the bathroom. I gaze at myself in the mirror. My face looked an absolute mess. There were streaks of dried-up tears in my cheeks. Under-eye bags and my hair was sticking out in different directions. I got inside the shower, wanting to wash away all his touches. After taking a long shower, I change
There are so many thoughts running inside of me, not one of them is optimistic. I am just scared of what the future holds for me. My thoughts drifted back to what happened in the morning as I recall my and Dean's conversation. I am still baffled about agreeing with him or not. I think I should take his offer. It's just one night, right? Yes, I will definitely take his offer. I have decided. After the morning incident, I stayed in my room and refused to go out. I have been watching the same movie again and again. With countless thoughts running in my head, I couldn't concentrate on the movie. I felt disoriented and my head was pounding furiously. I'm so grumpy and frustrated, I just want to curl up into a ball and cry. I hate feeling so unstable. I need to get out of here before I completely lose myself. "Jasmin" Sasha's voice breaks me out of my thoughts and brings me back to reality. Instead of answering her, I stayed quiet. I have no
I squeezed my eyes closed, trying to rule my fear.I can do this.I mentality encouraged, myself. Gathering up all of my courage, I raised my hand and beat my knuckles against the door gently. Not long after, a shirtless Dean opens the door. A large smirk covers his face as his gaze falls on me as he leans against the door frame. I open my lips to speak but before I could say anything, he grabs me by my wrist and pulls me to him, pressing our bodies together. "I knew you would come but didn't know this earlier. I mean not that I mind," he smugly says as he presses his mouth on my neck, leaving wet kisses on the sensitive skin. An unladylike squawk fell from my mouth. "Stop". I started struggling against him, trying to get myself free from his hold. "Shh! Just relax and enjoy yourself. I'll make it pleasurable for you," He purrs as his hand roams all over my body finding each and every curve. I'm still trying to push h
I immediately looked away. I am still not used to the way he stares at me. I don't think I ever will be. It is just so intimidating. Soon after a woman entered the room, I couldn't help but notice how beautiful she was. Mesmerizing brown orbs. Thick eyebrows with luscious lips. She is wearing a minimum of make-up. She was quite tall, with dark brown hair cascading that came to her mid-back. She looks like a model on the cover of a magazine. The only thing I didn't like was her outfit. It looked too small and tight for her body. Her butt was partially hanging and the same with her huge breast. They were pressed against her tight red dress nearly spilling out of it. But who cares? It's her life and she can do anything she wants. She must probably be Sasha's age, in her early or mid-twenties. "Ivan baby why didn't you wait for me," She said as she let out a wince. I immediately knew she was one of daddy's princesses. It was so obvious from
Adding a pinch of salt, chili flakes, and some onion, I begin whisking the eggs gently. I had already made pancakes and fried the bacon. I can't believe I have learned to cook so many dishes in just a matter of a few days. Back in my house, I never liked cooking. Nor did mom force me to cook anything or even learn it. But I have started having fun in the kitchen. It is a great way to pass my time and distract my mind from things that are going on. There is a famous saying 'Empty mind is the devil's workshop'. And I don't want to let any devil rule my brain. I was almost done with making breakfast when Kiki entered the kitchen with her see-through nightie. I turned my attention back to my omelet. I feel a repulsive ogle on the side of my face, but choose to brush it aside knowing its Kiki. "This must be fun for you, isn't it?" She questions me out of nowhere. "What do you mean," I asked her, turning briefly towards her before going back to the almost d
Instead of answering, I gave him a puzzled look. What is he talking about? He puckered his eyebrows when I didn't answer him. "Why are you asking her? Just look at what she did to me?" She growled. I furrowed my eyebrows, unsure if I had caught her accurately. "I just went there to have some friendly conversation with her but she attacked me," My eyes enlarged and my mouth dropped vaguely as I gaped at her, dazed. Needless to say, I was dumbstruck. "Why did you do it, Jasmin? What did I ever do to you?" She sniffled as tears welled in her gorgeous eyes. Her acting skills were on to the point. I am not even angry with Ivan for believing her, because if I didn't know better I would have believed her too. She was that good. This woman is way more toxic than I thought. She had the audacity to make up such a big lie, I beat her up? What a joke. "Stop lying. I never did anything to you. How can I beat you up? Just look at me," I replied.
After breakfast, Ivan and Kiki went out for some work and Dean. Dean was nowhere in sight. Maybe this is my chance. I can escape from here. But the question is how? This warehouse is located in the middle of the woods. Maybe I can find some help. I am sure some vehicles must be passing by. But then why will they leave me alone here, without anyone to look after me? Maybe they're trying to take my test. Yes, that must be it. My gaze suddenly falls on the ring on my finger. It didn't feel like it was mine. I felt rage bubble inside me. It felt like Ivan brought the ring just to taunt me. To remind me who is in charge. To remind me who is the superior one. Men like him couldn't be insouciant about other's sentiments; they just could not stay fixed with a single partner. So I just don't understand why he wants me to be his girlfriend. Is he planning something big? I was about to take off the ring, but before I could, I remember Ivan's threat. I st
The next morning, I woke up earlier than I usually did. Even though I had woken up early, Ivan wasn't in the room. He must have gone for an early meeting. It was nothing new. Pulling myself slowly, I slipped off the bed and walked to the bathroom. Turning the shower on, I stepped inside the warm spray. The water rolls down my back and relaxes my sore muscles. I took almost an hour to clean myself. This is the only way I can remove Ivan's touch from me. Well, I like to think it helps, but get his touch off me. After I cleaned up, I wrapped the towel around myself and quickly went to the closet. I put on a pink blouse and a knee-length black skirt. I was never a jeans or pants person. I loved wearing skirts or dresses. Once I was done typing my hair, I exited the bedroom and walked towards the kitchen. As soon as I entered the kitchen, Sasha looked at me, before returning to what she was doing. She didn't even smile at me like she usually does. I
ONE AND HALF YEARS LATER. I glanced over at the clock on the wall. It was almost ten and Ivan would arrive any second. I don't know who I am gonna break the news to and how he is going to react. I pinched my eyes shut as I suddenly felt light-headed and a swell of motion sickness hit me. I immediately jumped up and bolted to the washroom before locking it. I immediately knelt down and threw my dinner into the toilet. I flushed the toilet before getting up and walked towards the washbasin to brush my teeth and splashed some water on my face. I couldn't help but stare at my reflection. I looked normal despite the fact I always feel drained these days. For the past few days, I have been vomiting frequently and I get drained really quickly. Soon I realized I had missed my periods. It didn't take me much to realize what had happened to me. So, I called Rosie my doctor for confirmation. She came and collected my blood this morning a
Two days had passed since my conversation with Ivan. Two days since, I am living in the guilt of taking two lives. I don't understand how Ivan can forgive me, especially after what I did to his unborn child. James, on the other hand, wants me to get a file from Ivan's office. Yes, that is what was written in the message. I was supposed to steal the file and James will come to pick me up on Saturday at noon, which will happen tomorrow. I am petrified. Anything could go wrong. Even though Ivan keeps assuring me everything is going to be okay, I can't seem to relax. But what choice do I have? I had to take the risk either way. "Isabella?" The mention of my name took me out of the trance. My head snaps towards the voice only to find Mary looking at me with her brows furrowed. I forgot to mention it. Mary had returned early in the morning. I was really happy to see her back. At least I'll not be alone now. "Bella?" She called me out
"I want to surrender," I said, looking straight through Ivan's eyes. It wasn't a question, it was a statement. "What the fuck are you talking about?" Dean snapped, obviously not liking whatever I said. I flicked my head towards Dean, who seemed like he wanted to snap my head. But for some reason it didn't scare me like it used to, I felt nothing. I was just numb. "I said I'll surrender," I repeated, emphasizing each and every word. "You will do no such thing," he growled demandingly. "I'm not changing my mind," My voice came out surprisingly strong. Dean needs to know I'm not changing my mind. "But-" Dean was about to say sometime but Ivan cut him off. "Dean, let me handle her," Ivan's tone was too calm for my liking. Even though he didn't look angry, my heart started racing and my palms started to sweat. Something "So you are going to surrender?" "Y-Yes," The word came out of my lips as a hush, but that
"Who is Jasmin?" I said softly, afraid I would anger him. Even though I was frustrated, I still know my limitations. But, as expected, he didn't say anything. He only gawked at me. I was getting apprehensive as time passed by. And the way he was gawking at me wasn't helping at all. It's been months since I've been living with this man, but I don't think I will ever get used to his stares. "Why are you all quiet? Tell me who Jasmin is," I repeated when I didn't get any answer. I know I was supposed to keep it a secret, but now it's done. I can only hope whatever James claimed is wrong, otherwise we will all be in great trouble. "Little bird, listen," David began, but I immediately cut him off. "No, I don't want excuses. All I want is an answer, plain and simple," I replied honestly. I didn't even care about my tone. I was sick and tired of people keeping me in the dark. I just wanted my answer and nothing else. "But Ang-" Dean st
It's only been a couple of days since Ivan murdered Peter and I've noticed how Ivan didn't feel the slightest repentance. It made me debate with myself. Is Ivan the right person for me? I tried to get the conversation going about it, but every time I talk about it, Ivan either ignores me or shuts me up. I don't know why he hides things from me. I know there is no justification for killing someone, nothing that can justify it, but I still want Ivan to tell me anything or even make any excuse for what he did. Peter wasn't exactly an honorable man, and it didn't take much to figure it out. I still remember how he was staring at me despite being a married man. The memories themselves make me grimace in disgust. But no one deserves to perish and no one has the right to take away someone's existence. A cold chill ran through my body as Ivan brutally ended his life. Peter's cry of agony still rings through my ear. I rubbed my now throbbing head. I hav
Days were going on, another few days had passed by and things were the same except the fact men have been uptight most of the time. They are hardly present at the house. Most of the days they come home after I have fallen asleep and they are gone before I wake up. I didn't know what they were doing because they were so busy. I wanted to ask him but for some reason, I felt like Ivan wouldn't appreciate my interference or interrogation. In those two months of living with Ivan, I had realized he was a very private person. Ivan had informed me in the morning that some people were coming over tonight for dinner and he had asked me if I could cook for them. Yes, he didn't order me. He asked if he was okay with ordering the food from outside. But I assured him I could cook for them. But the only problem was there weren't any groceries left to do the cooking. He said he would send someone with it and here I'm still waiting for the groceries. It
I still can't believe Ivan raised his hand on me and, worse, he didn't even bother apologizing. He storms off the house right after it, but after shooting me a glare. It wasn't a big deal, no matter how much I think, I fail to understand why he acted the way he did. All I asked was to go out. Sometimes I even wonder why I am even with him. He's too aggressive sometimes. Like something switches inside him. He goes from caring to scary mode. Yes, he is caring, understanding, good-looking, smart, everything, but that doesn't give him the right to manhandle me. Glancing out the window, I realized it had started getting dark. I still had to cook dinner. Yes, I am angry. That doesn't mean I will keep them starving. I headed downstairs and cooked white pasta because that was all I found. I had my dinner in absolute silence, but for the first time, I didn't feel lonely eating alone. Instead, it was rather comforting. After my dinner, I headed b
Seven days have gone by since the day of our argument. Ivan was very touchy from that day on. He would touch me and kiss me, every chance he got. I even caught him staring at me several times, but he didn't care and he kept staring at me regardless of whether he was caught. I still remember when Ivan had returned home. He was very angry when he did not find me lying naked on the bed as he had ordered me. He stripped me of my clothes and spanked my ass until I couldn't sit down. In the last seven days, we've been so close both physically and emotionally. I can tell I'm starting to feel things for him. There is no point in hiding it or denying it, at least not with me. No, it's not love, I'm still far from loving him, but his appearance is enough to make my heart swell. I don't know what was the definition of a perfect man for me in the past, because I don't remember anything, but now he is all I want in a man. And I don't mind giving our
They both turned their attention to me. Ivan's eyes widened for a split second before returning to his usual blank face and I didn't miss the way the woman's lips curved slightly. What a witch, I already hate her. Feelings of resentment flowed throughout my being. My mind was overwhelmed with all kinds of feelings. I was humiliated, embarrassed, betrayed, angry, and a little hurt. Yes, it hurts. I can't help feeling the weight in my heart. I didn't know what I was feeling or why I was feeling this way. It should matter what he's doing and with whom he's doing it, but for some reason he did. I really couldn't understand why I felt like that. I stood there for what felt like an eternity but it was only a matter of minutes before Ivan broke the silence. "Isabella" My name tumbled out of his mouth involuntarily. This is the first time I've heard him take my name. He always calls me a princess. "Princess, it's not what you think," He