He didn't look at the man as he spoke, his tone low and deadly "What hand did you use?"
The man's body trembled violently. His mouth opened but no words came. Silvio's lips curled into a cruel smile.With a fast move, he grabbed the man by the collar, yanking him toward a nearby table. The man's feet slid across the floor as he tried to resist but Silvio slammed him down with force. his body weight pinning the man's hands flat against the surface. For a moment all that could be heard was the man’s panicked gasp. In one swift motion Silvio drove the blade into the man's palm. The man's scream rang out but the blood that spurted from his hand drowned ou he t everything else, spilling onto the table. Silvio’s eyes gleamed with a cold satisfaction as he twisted the knife, provoking another painful scream. He yanked out the blade and the man’s cries grew louder. The room fell silent as Silvio strode to the front, his gaze sweeping over the rest of them. “Let this serve as a warning, anyone who dares lay a hand on her will suffer more than this” he growled They nodded in unison, their eyes remained fixed on the floor “Yes don” their voices barely audible Silvio's boots clicked steadily on the floor as he turned and strode toward Rosa. She still lay there, trembling, hair draped over her face. She had seen what he was capable of. Was she next? Would she be punished for trying to run? Her heartbeat pounded so loudly in her ears but before she could gather her thoughts, Silvio scooped her up with ease, pulling her into his arms. She stiffened but didn’t dare to struggle. The scent of him filled her senses as she buried her face against his chest, too terrified to move. He carried her, not to the cold..empty room she feared, but toward her room. He threw open the bathroom door and shoved her toward the tub.She stumbled, barely catching herself on the edge. Rosa’s pulse quickened..what is he going to do? Silvio turned the faucet higher, the water hissing as it poured out. He grabbed the hand shower, holding it firmly. The cold water hit her head soaking her hair and running down her body, dampening her shirt as she hugged her knees to her chest. Rosa's breath caught, her skin tightening from the shock. Silvio's face stayed unreadable as he tossed the showerhead aside. He grasp her chin, forcing her to meet his eyes “Do you think I'm someone to be trifled with?" His voice was sharp, each word cold and threatening. Tears welled up, slipping down her cheeks as the cold and fear overwhelmed her. Silvio's voice cut through the silence "You better not cry." He leaned in, his breath hot against her ear “Do you?" Rosa's voice trembled as she whispered “No” Silvio's gaze darkened "Why do you keep making me angry, huh? Do you want to see me turn into a monster?" Rosa stayed silent, her heart racing in her chest, but Silvio's frustration snapped "Answer me!" he Roared "No" her voice cracked, barely a sound. His hand shot out, gripping her chin tighter, forcing her to meet his eyes. "Listen carefully and make sure these words stick in your head. You belong to me. I own you. No matter how far you run... l will find you. And the next time you try to escape, l will make sure you're in a wheelchair for the rest of your life. Do you understand?" Rosa's body shook as his words sank in, each one a cold, sharp blade. She nodded, unable to form words. Silvio's lips crashed down on hers,cold and hard. Rosa tried to push him away, her hands against his chest but he was strong. Her chest heaved with panic, and her body burned with disgust. She twisted, but he held her fast. He pulled back slightly, his eyes narrowing. "What?" he asked, his voice dripping with frustration Rosa's breath hitched as she stared back at him, her tears falling uncontrollably. She bit her trembling lip "You are mine" he murmured "And I do whatever I want with you. Understand?" Without another word, his lips crushing hers, hard and demanding. Rosa's hands stayed at her sides, her tears falling without resistance. The sound of her dress ripping echoed in the room, but she couldn't focus on anything except him lifting her up and carrying her to the bed. He threw her down, kissing her fiercely, not giving her a chance to breathe. ***** The morning light slipped through the curtains but Rosa winced as she shifted, the soreness in her legs reminding her of the night before. She drew her knees to her chest, trying to hold herself together. The memories of his hand, his touch.. made her stomach twists. Glancing around the room, she realized she was alone. She bit her lips as tears spilled down freely. This isn't how it was supposed to be. The words echoed in her mind, she had always imagined giving her first time to someone she loved..not the man she hated. **** A month passed in a blur. Rosa was still trapped on the private island, her world confined to the four walls of her room. She hadn't stepped outside since that night with Silvio. She hadn't seen him since, either. A few days ago, she had fallen sick, a fever that left her weak and shivering. Dr. Mira had come and taken a sample, her face unreadable as she worked as if Rosa's presence meant nothing to her. The door creaked open, pulling Rosa from her thoughts. Dr. Mira entered, her expression sharp as ever, with the maid trailing behind her, her eyes avoiding Rosa's. Rosa caught the coldness in Dr. Mira's gaze as it flicked over her. The woman's disdain was clear.. Rosa had always felt it, even without explanation. And She didn't care. "Congratulations, Miss” Dr. Mira said, her voice sharp as she spoke "You are pregnant”Inside the yacht, Elena tended to Silvio's wound with gentle hands Jia and Tiziano sat in silence nearby but Jia couldn't help but steal glances at the way Elena worked so carefully, so close to Silvio. The way their shoulders brushed, a knot twisted in Jia's stomach.Tiziano noticed the change in her expression, clearing his throat— he shifted his gaze to Jia "Is something on your mind?" he asked, his tone calm Jia's eyes darted to him and she forced a small smile, though it didn't reach her eyes "How did you and Silvio meet?" she asked, voice quieter than she intended Tiziano's lips curled slightly "We are brothers” he replied.Jia blinked, surprised "Brothers?" she repeated, her voice soft with disbelief Tiziano nodded, the smile still playing at the corners of his lips. Jia frowned slightly and after a second…she asked "But you don't share the same last name?"Tiziano grew silent for a moment, his gaze flicking away.. deep in thought. Then he spoke "Not everyone wants to b
As Silvio moved cautiously down the hallway, he spotted four armed men up ahead. They were facing forward, unaware that he was already behind them. Silvio raised his guns and immediately opened fire.Before they could turn or retaliate, the men collapsed, blood seeping from their wounds, their bodies twitching but still. Silvio paused for a moment…ensuring they were down, then stepped out of the resort into the darkness. He cautiously peered around a corner, scanning for any signs of more threats.Suddenly, he felt the cold press of a gun against his neck. Silvio froze."Drop your weapons" a voice commanded.Silvio didn't comply, as the man's finger tightened on the trigger, Silvio acted in a flash.He slammed his elbow into the man's stomach, forcing the gun from his hand. Silvio kicked it aside then twisted the man's arm, bringing him to his knees. He snatched the weapon and slammed the butt into the man's neck.The attacker grunted, choking on the pain.. Silvio shoved him against
Silvio turned toward Jia, who stood frozen..her eyes locked on the fallen bodies.He closed the distance between them, his hand settling firmly on her shoulder "Jia" he murmured She blinked then slowly lifting her gaze to meet his"We need to move. Now"Her lips parted but she didn't respond with words. Instead—she nodded, her eyes still wide with disbelief. Silvio's hand tightened around hers and they hurried toward the exist.As they stepped out of the room, two men came speeding toward them. Jia's breath caught in her throat but Silvio was faster. His gun was out in a flash, two shots ringing out..hitting their legs. The men fell, groaning..unable to chase after them.They didn't slow their pace, but just as they neared the end of the vvip floor, two more men appeared from the left, and another two emerged from the right, each armed with heavy sticks. Silvio's grip on Jia tightened as he scanned their options."What do we do?" Jia's whisper trembled in the air behind him.Silvio
The sky was darkening as Jia finished her photo shoot. She wrapped a silky white robe over her shoulders and gave her goodbyes to the crew before heading toward the resort's entrance.When she reached the elevator, she pressed the button and adjusted the robe, smoothing out the wrinkles. Just as she was about to check her phone— the elevator doors slid open. Jia looked up to find two men standing inside, both dressed in black leather jackets.One was tall, the other shorter and both wore expressions that could cut through steel. Their eyes were cold, unreadable.She gripped her phone tighter, almost feeling the weight of her decision. Taking a deep breath, Jia stepped into the elevator, pressing the button for the top floor-the VVIP level The doors glided shut with a soft thud and the elevator began its ascent, each floor passed only adding to the tightness in her chest. The silence was oppressive, making her stomach churn Then, suddenly..a phone buzzed behind her. One of the me
Silvio's reflexes snapped into action, his shoes hit the ground in a flash and he jumped into the water with no second thought He searched frantically, his heart thudding in his chest, calling her name but there was no sign of her "Jia!" His voice cracked through the water He dove again, holding his breath..his eyes darting through the murky depths. And then—through the haze of the water, he saw her..her body sinking, limp and still.With one powerful stroke, he reached her. His hands closed around her..pulling her with all the strength he had, swimming toward the shore.He laid her down on the cold rocks, his hands pressing against her chest but there was no response.Panic clawed at him, he didn't know if he was too late. He tilted her head back and opened her mouth, blowing air into her lungs, then pressed again on her chest, harder this time. Still nothing.His heart pounded as he worked, a cold fear clenching in his chest… He couldn't lose herAnd then, just as the darkness
In the underground garage, Enzo leaned against his car, waiting for Jia. A few minutes later—she arrived."Let's go, Enzo” Jia said, making her way toward the door.But Enzo's voice stopped her "I'm waiting for Silvio" he said, his tone firm.Jia paused and turned toward him, confusion creasing her brow "What for?"Enzo's gaze fixed on the approaching figures."To take back my necklace"Before Jia could respond, Silvio and his men neared, heading for his car. Enzo pushed himself off the car and rushed toward Silvio. But before he could get close.. one of Silvio's men shoved him violently. Enzo stumbled and fell to the groundJia rushed to his side, helping him up "Let's just go home Enzo" she whispered, her voice soft but insistent Enzo gently removed her hands from his. His eyes remained fixed on Silvio "You tricked me into spending so much money on something worthless” he said, his voice filled with frustrationSilvio scoffed, not even glancing at him "Your foolishness broug