Lucas's pov:
Ray googled through the net and after about five minutes, he discovered a brilliant idea."Culpa strip Club has an event tonight. An anonymous Night," He read out to my hearing as he looked at his screen.A mischievous grin of satisfaction took over my lips and I nodded.A masked Night wasn't a bad idea. I could use the help of some strippers to cool off as well."Get me a mask.... inform the boys to keep watch too, that bitch couldn't have gone far." I instructed putting on my gray blazer.Let's have fun while the time flies.....~🌹~I hissed as a strong scent of cocaine hit my nostrils while alighting from my Lamborghini, I don't smoke. It's unhealthy. Ray stood aside and held the door handle firmly as usual so I could get down.I walked towards the dim lights which enclosed the inner chambers that were smoothly concealed with high dull walls. Ray had made a reservation earlier.I could detect the intense scent of raw cocaine from the hallways and each opened door disclosed a fun segment with one or two billionaires, all in masks.We stopped at the front of a ringed curtain and with Ray shifting the rings aside, I entered.Walking towards the counter, I served myself some brewed beer and sat elegantly to view the room. I'm sharing it with no one apart from the strippers.There were three couches in all and a center table with glasses. A wide space for the strippers and most importantly, music. The room had a little bar counter as well, all stocked with expensive liquors. A classy little wooden clock was hung on the wall too. It wasn't to my taste but I don't mind.Time, an important factor."Even fun houses respected it," I smirked.Ray excused himself immediately as I entered the floor. So I waited patiently with a drink for my dancers to arrive.That was all I wanted, I don't mind wasting more time as long as it helps me in preparing for her punishment.I slowly took off my tie and threw it on an empty couch. I was already getting uncomfortable with the mask too but I had to endure, that was the rule.I don't play by rules though.....but it's worth it.I raised my eyes to meet the clock again.One,Two,Three.I counted and at the exact time, Five ladies strolled in. Each putting on different exposive outfits. Their skin was barely covered with cloth, A mere transparent layer disclosed their ups and downs.It wasn't pure stripping but it was manageable. I liked it.Just as the fun began, two more masked ladies stumbled in.From their outfit, I suppose the blondie was a stripper but the other girl? She looked decent enough to be a stripper.What was she doing here??? That got me curious.And strangely, it attracted me to her.I stared at her intensely, trying to read her mind as well as her body. She was putting on an extremely short gown, which showcased her long straight legs. She has wide hips, nice busts and probably a beautiful ass.What is this angel doing here?She was beautiful, no doubt. I could tell by her fragrance even though I wasn't able to see her clear face. Her pupils were bright emeralds, emitting invisible fear and insecurity.What was she scared of? me? pftt! I doubt.Her friend, I suppose, walked towards the other ladies but she just stood there, fidgeting."you obviously ain't here as a stripper. what are you doing here?"She didn't answer. Just clasping her hands together and drawing her gown nervously.I chuckled. She had such beautiful legs. I wanted her, she was so hot and she made me horny with just a glance. I didn't like the effect at all, I mean, I'm not here to get wasted with sex but I'd like to watch her strip. To see her elegant naked figure come to view in front me.I cleared my voice and that seemed to have miraculously snapped her back to reality. The masked angel finally found her voice."I'm...hmmm... a bartender?" She stuttered."A bartender ??" I never asked for the service.I watched her from head to toe in doubt. She was sexy and it was surprising that I preferred her over the other half naked women.Having a sexy girl attend to my drinks was fair enough...~🌹~Kiara's pov:When Emma suggested I watch her dance instead of roaming around the club like a lost lamb, I honestly didn't think I would meet a drop dead gorgeous man.He had perfect broad shoulders and his mighty height showed his powerful aura which could unintentionally intimidate anyone. His neatly ironed designer clothes that fitted his sexy figure. He had intense blue eyes that strangely pierced my soul in an alluring manner. The most beautiful eyes I've ever seen. I couldn't get a vivid view of his face due to the black mask he wore but his lips were exposed too. Soft and delicate....made me think stuff.Oh Kiara!Stop those thoughts!I stood and didn't realize I was fidgeting. What was this effect?He was to be frank, the most handsome man I'd ever met. I wasn't sure why I was feeling nervous all of a sudden. Was it because this was actually my first time in a real strip Club? can't I bear the heat?But then, whatever it was, I can't let a dirty minded handsome dude get the best of me.Only people with nasty thoughts visited strip Clubs!'but you're here. Does that mean you are dirty minded?' my inner thoughts awoke.'Nah...I have a clean intention. I'm here for Emma, but he's here for dirty business!' I defended myself.I shouldn't think he's gorgeous.His intense gaze made me uncomfortable and for a moment, I hated the dress I wore again."You obviously ain't here as a striper. What are you doing here?" His hoarse voice made me kinda feel intimidated.His accent was pure American and I loved it. Was I supposed to? nah... He's dirty and I shouldn't be liking his voice.A little sound crashed my train of thoughts and I immediately realized he was waiting for my response.I had to come up with something reasonable. Reasonable enough for him to let me stay. After all I wasn't here for him but because of Emma."I'm... hmmm... a bartender?"It felt more like a question than an answer though. I gulped and secretly wished he believed me. we were starting to draw attention and I didn't like it.If not for the mask, I wouldn't be standing here. I don't like the tension and I could tell the dancers were getting pissed off. I was a distraction, I suppose.His lips curved into a nasty smirk and I frowned."A bartender??" he nodded after giving a long sort of scrutinizing stare.'Don't give him room to doubt you, boldness conceal a lot!' Eric's voice suddenly rang in my ears.He definitely doesn't look like one to be pleased easily. Well, I'm just going to pretend he isn't here.I smiled brightly and looked directly into his charming eyes in an attempt to hide my fear. My training finally paid off!Finally, he shifted his gaze to the strippers.I could finally breathe. I didn't realize I was holding my breath until now.I walked towards an empty couch adjacent to his since the other couch was occupied by a necktie. I knew it was his.Thank goodness he believed my lie.Lucas's pov: HH was a hotel with five stars ratings due to its efficiency in handling top confidential clients. I parked my car at the personal parking lot. As the owner of the hotel, I had several privileges. The guards led us to the VIP room, where I’d meet Kelvin. Kelvin was seated on the couch at the corner of the room, sipping champagne. My eyes roamed around the room and I sighted a guard on stand as well. He stood up as soon as he saw me and we shook hands. "I can't thank you enough for your help," he started, smiling heartily. "Friends are better than brothers uh?" I joked. He smiled but didn't say a word, instead he poured me a glass. "You and your brother need to put an end to these absurd fights. You both are just creating an imbalance in the Mafia society." I continued sternly, legs crossed as I accepted the drink he offered me. "It's not my fault. Mark is unbelievable, he won't just stop annoying me." He complained, his countenance signifying abhorrence and enmi
Lucas's pov:The next day, my schedule was free so I was going to meet up with Kelvin and his step brother. These unremitting wars had to be abrogated.Inside the shower room, I took a quick bath. With a towel tied to my waist, I walked out, desiccating my moist hair with a piece of woolen towel.On stepping out, I ceased my steps as my eyes rested on her figure. She was still here, bringing out the clothes I asked her to wash from the wardrobe.I observed her, she was wearing a mini skirt, probably the one I bought her. I noticed she was always wearing baggies to conceal her sexy shape."Why are you still here?" I asked, taking a seat on the bed, the towel resting on my hair."I figured as your maid I have to get your clothes ready," she replied, looking at me intensely.Has she finally accepted the fact that she belonged to me? Probably."You don't have to." I countered, walking over to the wardrobe where she stood."Here, I selected these," She impulsively shoved a white and blue s
Kiara's pov:Eric was exultant to hear the news. I gave him details of everything I espied and what I think was the reason why he made such a surplus supply. He was like a hungry dog eager to eat bones which are the news I fed him. He didn't care or ask how I was coping with these whole new scenarios or how much it affects my sanity. My options never mattered then and it still doesn't.I dropped the telephone, with a sigh, disappointment laying bricks in me. I lurched when I noticed Lucas approaching me.No, not him again!!!His calamitous eyes rested on mine, perforating holes inside me. Holes repleting skepticism and hatred.I gulped, the tension in me escalating beyond restraint. His impenetrable eyes and inscrutable countenance give little away but I sure knew what would happen next wouldn't be nice."I was just making an urgent call," I explained, without waiting for him to ask. I knew he must have seen me, so lying would only increase his curiosity.He stepped closer to me, tr
Kiara's pov:"What are you? a friend or foe?" The unfamiliar voice repeated, this time the gruffness of his voice doubled.My heart dropped inside my stomach. I felt my breath cease at once as my soul dissipated. I knew I was guilty but was this going to be it?The moment I finally die?Maybe?"I–" I coughed and spluttered, tears coursing down my face."Be reasonable with your answer because both have consequences," He warned, shoving the pistol inside my hair.What does he mean by that? That meant either way I was already trapped."I…I'm a slave," I replied instead, closing my eyes and praying silently that he doesn't pull the trigger."And What's a slave doing here?" He asked.I tried to turn but he fixed the gun firmly on my head. "One shot and you die. Don't try anything funny, raise your hands,"I lifted my hands slowly above my head with trepidation, literally angst.No…I can't die this way.The adrenaline surging through me whispered two words - fight or flight?In my small hea
Kiara's pov:It's been 216 hours since I got here, 9 days since I last contacted Eric and four days since the fainting incident. Yet, no news. There isn't anything strange or beyond the ordinary that I had to report.Everything was going smoothly so far except the part that involves my correlation with Master Lucas Hayes. He grows more haughty and malevolent with each passing day. Always finding fault with everything I do, his harsh criticisms pealing in my ears as my broken heart continues to shatter - tripling my hatred and disgust for him.If anyone was to be blamed for my fainting scenerio, it had to be him. It's clearly his fault because I worked my bones to the core because of his high and rapacious demands.Yesterday, he returned early out of the blue and demanded his lunch be served without delay. Since I had no idea he would be returning earlier than his usuals, I wasn't prepared.I ran helter-skelter about the kitchen, trying to figure out what I should prepare before he b
Kiara's pov:Echoes of gunshots and grenades engulfed the air….Their shrill cries advanced with the choking air, unfurling chaos inside her tiny head and painfully attacking the little girl's sanity.A little girl sat helplessly on the floor, scared as she was being traumatized by the piles of human cadavers lying scattered around, amidst the fire explosion. As the environment got deeply engulfed with hot flames, so did the innocent wails increase, singing a hopeless song. She was just there, her little eyes witnessing the ugly situation. Her eyes were blinded with hot tears, just as her heart shattered into several pieces. No one seemed to have noticed her, for they all seeked solace and their own safety, abandoning the little girl at the mercy of the flames."Mom!!! dad!!!..." She wailed, sobbing.Like a miracle, an elderly man appeared in front of her, his clothes covered in blood from the shootings and war."Don't worry child, mama and papa are in a nice place," he spoke softly,
Kiara's pov:With a heavy heart, I left his room and flounced down the stairs imprecating curses on the day our lives tangled.At the kitchen I resumed my cooking tutorials, with Mama Brown handling the class. I stood beside her, carefully observing every detail she practiced.I wasn't just doing this to impress Lucas, in a way it was for my own good as well. I'd love to garnish my own meals myself as well. "Once the water is boiled, we add the per boiled rice. Check the rice at intervals and ensure it doesn't get burnt. Lucas loathes burnt meals," She warned strictly, adjusting the knobs to control the flames from the cooker.I nodded."Here, select the ingredients for tomato stew." Mama Brown passed a bowl of ingredients towards me.I collected the bowl. Taking a seat, I picked the ingredients and separated them. She had taught me the ingredients to use and I learnt that pretty fast.After selecting the spices to be used, I passed the bowl back to her and helped with chopping the v
Kiara's pov:Just as she was about to step her in, I trapped her foot with the door."Ouch!" She flinched."I'm so sorry, just give me a minute. Step back a little," I apologized, adjusting the door for her to remove her leg. I rested my head on the door, so she wasn't able to see me clearly.She grumbled and pulled her leg out. I shut the door immediately, running over to the bed to get my wig. It wasn't there.It wasn't anywhere."shit! Where are you? come out wigg...I need you…." I murmured needly, my eyes scanning the entire room like a weapon detector. Except I wasn't looking for a weapon but a fucking postiche.Frankly speaking, if I was the wig, I would rather not come out. After all, she had hurled me infuriatingly at the wall last night.After some minutes, I sighted a little ginger colored hair behind the blue silk curtains. Smiling, I picked it up, dusting it carefully as I sauntered towards the framed reflecting surface, forgetting someone was waiting in front of the door
Lucas's pov:I turned on the shower and laid in the tub for a few moments, using a mask to cover my eyes. The tepidness of the water, invigorating my bods, dispersing neutrality. After some minutes of tranquility, with my muscles and joints fully relieved, I stood up from the bathtub and covered my nudity with a towel hung at the hanger stand. But then I noticed a set of white frillies on the hanger as well.I gawped in doubt, completely baffled as to why a female undies was lying attractively on my hanger.I heaved, completely nonplussed due to the improbable sight before me. I took them off the hanger, the feel of the silky fabric on my hands sent tingling sensations over my skin.Damn!"She's so uncoordinated, but yet, she attracts me with her silliness," I smiled, closing the bathroom door.If her undies were here that meant her bag should be somewhere in this room as well. I took my time looking for it until I spotted it under the bed."Very likely of her," I sighed with a chu