Chapter 5

Elena's heartbeat started to go crazy. Her blood seemed to flow in a different direction. The voice sounded deep and calm, reminding Elena of an intoxicating situation. Seductive whispers and erotic sighs seeped into Elena's ears, invading her memory with scenes of heat and pleasure that sent shivers down her spine.

"That's good news," Dr Evans said, interrupting Elena's hot memories.

Elena blinked, tearing her eyes away from Sean. She swallowed and said, "Wait!"

Elena tried to take control of the situation. She didn't want to make any rash decisions. Elena didn't know him, not even his name. Apart from what happened last night when she was drunk, Elena didn't want him to get too involved in her life.

Elena sternly looked at Sean. "I appreciate your kindness, sir, but I'm afraid I can't accept this favour." Elena politely refused.

"Elena-" Dr Evans didn't continue when Elena raised her hand, signalling him to remain silent.

"I know what I'm doing," Elena told the doctor.

After Elena said that, a nurse came and told Dr Evans, "Doctor, we need you in Mrs Wilson's room."

"Mom?" Elena immediately panicked.

"I'll be right there," Dr Evans replied to the nurse. Then he turned to Elena and said, "Think carefully before you decide. Your mother needs a transplant right away."

Dr Evans left Elena with a suffocating fear. She did not want to lose her mother.

"You may not want my help, but your mother needs the money," Sean said.

Elena turned and looked at him without saying a word.

"The decision is yours." Sean stared into Elena's eyes. "I only gave you what you asked for," he continued in a deep voice.

A flash of memory from last night came back. Elena swallowed hard. She didn't remember much but said she offered herself to Sean for money. Elena's chest tightened, and tears streamed down her face.

She took a deep breath and said, "I was drunk last night. I have no idea what the hell I've said." She licked her lips. "And if this is about what we did last night, I'm not who you think I am. It was all out of my control. I-I had no intention of selling my virginity to you," she continued, her voice shaking.

"Sell your cherry." Sean snorted softly, remembering how Elena's virginity had spoiled him last night. "Interesting, but I wouldn't put it that way," he added. Then he said, "How about a deal?"

Elena's eyeballs fluttered slightly, reflecting the question echoing in her head.

"I think we need to talk about this more privately," Sean said. He scrolled around.

They were in the hospital corridor. It should have been an intimate, earnest, and private conversation, so Sean led Elena to a quieter place. They sat across from each other, separated by a table, still in the hospital area.

Elena's mind was full of speculations about the deal Sean wanted to talk to her about. With the vast amount of money she needed, maybe Sean would make her his servant. Or perhaps she would work for Sean without pay until all her debts were paid. It was hard, but Elena began to organise her mind to accept whatever lousy situation she had to live in later.

Sean's intense gaze never left Elena's face. Elena's dishevelled appearance reminded him of last night. Elena didn't even try to cover the kiss marks he had left on her neck, which ignited Sean's heat again. He looked calm, but his little buddy down there was getting hard.

"Why did you leave?" asked Sean, starting the conversation.

Elena avoided Sean's gaze. She hadn't looked up since they sat across from each other a while ago.

"Look at me. I'm talking to you," Sean ordered.

Elena looked up, her heart pounding. Every inch of Sean's face carried flashes of memory that made her body react unexpectedly.

"You just left me," Sean said. "Why?" he asked later.

"I was drunk. What happened last night was beyond my control. I want to forget about it and pretend we never met," Elena replied honestly.

Sean rubbed his chin with a finger. His eagle eyes were still fixed on Elena. "You can't forget what happened last night," he said, sounding dominant.

Elena's lips parted, her eyes looking at Sean with slight confusion. When Elena noticed the smirk at the corner of Sean's lips, she changed the subject.

"I think we have something important to discuss, Mr ...." Elena hung her words. She didn't know what to call Sean.

"Blackwood," Sean said.

"All right, Mr Blackwood." Elena took a breath and exhaled heavily. "You said a deal. So, how can I pay my debt if you help me with my mum's medical expenses?" Elena asked.

The corner of Sean's lips curved into a smile. Elena started to fall into his trap. "I need you at my house," Sean replied.

Elena pursed her lips, and her brain began to think quickly. Sean wanted her in his house. She would have to work for him until her debts were paid. She took a deep breath and tried to accept the harsh reality of her life. Didn't she need a job? It wasn't an office job like she'd expected, but at least she'd have a job afterwards.

"Don't worry, I'm used to housework," Elena replied.

"Who asked you to do housework?" Sean's eyes narrowed, intimidating Elena.

"Don't you want me to be a servant in your house?" Elena asked, expressing her thoughts.

Sean sighed quietly. "I never said you'd be a servant in my house," he said.

"So?" Elena looked at Sean curiously.

 "I want you to be my mistress," Sean said firmly.

Lightning seemed to flash over Elena's head. Being a mistress, didn't that mean she would be a lustful servant? How was that different from selling herself? But just as Elena was about to refuse the deal, she thought of her mother. She needed the money right away, or her mother's life would be in danger.

Elena closed her eyes tightly and took a deep breath. Her fingers squeezed the hem of her skirt, preparing herself for the difficult situation.

Elena swallowed and asked in a trembling voice, "So you want me to be your sex slave?"

"I don't know what you call it," Sean said with a shrug.

Elena bowed her head. The fact that she had given up her virginity to a strange man was painful enough. Now, she had to trade her body for money. It made Elena feel like a whore. But circumstances forced her to make a quick decision.

"Is that all I have to do?" asked Elena without looking up.

"Yes, and I have one condition," Sean said.

"What condition?" Elena dared to look at Sean.

"You can't get pregnant, or you have to pay me double what I gave you," Sean replied.

Elena couldn't think anymore. There were too many problems she had to face. Although it was hard, she had to take the risk. Only Sean could help her. Elena was doing it all for her mother.

"All right, I agree," Elena broke off.

The slight smile at the corner of Sean's lips showed satisfaction.

"You made the right decision, Elena," Sean said seductively, saying Elena's name. He then placed two pills in front of Elena: a contraceptive and a painkiller. "Take these," he ordered.

Elena was still rooted to the spot, staring at the two pills on the table.

"Jake will take care of everything. Your mother will be in surgery soon," Sean said.

"Thank you," Elena said, although she didn't exactly know what to say.

Sean got up from the chair and straightened his coat. "Come to my house tonight," he said. Sean swung his legs around and stopped beside Elena. "Make sure you take the pills because I left all my cum in you," he whispered.