Semua Bab First Love Bound: Bab 1 - Bab 10

As the sun dips below the horizon, the city lights ignite, and the vibrant metropolis never sleeps. Inside a lavish karaoke room, the walls and ceiling are adorned with intricate carvings, creating a classic European royal atmosphere. On the coffee table, several expensive bottles of wine are freshly opened, accompanied by gourmet snacks and meticulously arranged fruit platters. Under the soft, multi-colored lights, every corner of the room exudes an aura of opulence and indulgence that many seek. A group of five to seven men lounge across the sofa; some pour wine, others are busy picking songs, and others chat animatedly, filling the air with a lively buzz. They all focus on the young man sitting in the middle, every word and action is a clear attempt to win his favor. This is Ryan William, a man in his thirties, tall and impeccably stylish. The low sofa emphasizes his long legs, folded casually, making him stand out in the crowd. His blonde hair, sharp eyebrows, deep-set eyes, a

Eudora's face goes white as Ryan finishes speaking. Her hand holding the glass trembles, spilling wine onto his pristine white shirt.He frowns and snaps, “What kind of service is this?”All eyes in the room turn to Eudora. Geoffrey sweating nervously, worries his efforts will be wasted, quickly intervenes. "She's new to this, so she's inexperienced. Please be understanding," he says. "Or maybe you can switch to the one beside me, she seems much more sensible." Eudora frantically grabs a napkin to help him wipe the stain, apologizing profusely."I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to.”Ryan smirks, watching her fear, enjoying the service. Through the thin fabric, he can feel the warmth of her small hand. A familiar excitement surges within him. He stands up abruptly and pulls Eudora into his arms, then says to everyone around him, “I'm leaving first, everyone stay and have fun. I'll take care of the bill tonight.”Geoffrey, seeing Ryan's urgency, replies with a beaming face, “Don't

Waldo watches his dad intently. The moment Geoffrey puts down the phone, Waldo blurts out, “So? What'd he say, Dad? Did he agree?”Geoffrey beams. “Success!”Waldo's eyes widened.“Seriously? Already? I thought this would take forever.”Geoffrey chuckles. “Me too. I guess Grandma and Grandpa were right. Even the toughest guys fall for a pretty face.”Waldo raises an eyebrow.“So what took you so long on the phone?”Geoffrey grins mischievously.“He was trying to get Mrs. Katy's number. Looks like last night's 'diva' made quite an impression!”“Wow, so he's into that kind of thing,” Waldo says, shaking his head. “You never know, huh?”Meanwhile, Ryan has Katy's number and is already calling her to set up a meeting. He can't wait any longer!Katy isn't fazed when she sees the handsome, rich guy again. She has a lot of “adopted daughters”, and it isn't unusual for them to make some guys go crazy.“Alright, let's cut to the chase,” Ryan says. “How much does Eudora owe you?”Katy laughs.

Ryan doesn't give Eudora a chance to protest. He scoops her up, his grip firm and unforgiving, and tosses her onto the bed. The springy mattress sends her bouncing, the world spinning around her, leaving her disoriented and dizzy.Eudora's heart feels like a lead weight in her chest, crushed by the humiliation of his words. She feels like a doll, manipulated and discarded, her own thoughts and feelings silenced. Seven years of running, of trying to escape the shadow of his presence, and she is back in his grasp. Fate, it seems, is a cruel and relentless tormentor.Eudora closes her eyes, refusing to meet the gaze that holds a mixture of disdain and desire. She lets him touch her, but the physical sensations are lost in the bitter ache that fills her soul. The joy he seeks to bring her is overshadowed by the crushing weight of her own despair.The afterglow fades, and Ryan leans back against the headboard, lighting a cigarette. He blows out a plume of smoke, his eyes lingering on the

Eudora has been staying at the hospital for the past two days, caring for her daughter. Then, she receives a call from Ryan.Fearing he will discover Donna's existence, she rushes out of the hospital and takes a taxi back to her cramped boarding house. Her daughter means everything to her; losing her would be unbearable. She can't risk Ryan finding out about her.Ryan is already waiting outside the rundown slum. His custom-made suit, limited-edition watch, and sleek SUV stand in stark contrast to the poverty surrounding him. He looks even more imposing than usual. As soon as he sees Eudora, his annoyance is palpable.“Where were you? Why are you only just getting back?”Eudora lowers her head, avoiding his intense gaze. Her heart pounds in her chest. “I went out to buy some things,” she manages, her voice barely a whisper. “What do you need?”Ryan's command cuts through the air like a knife:“Pack your things. Move out with me.”Eudora's breath hitches. Her mind races, trying to p