Aydem and I walk hand in hand into the barn.
Upon our arrival, we are greeted by Neriman who has Castello tied to a wooden chair. Blood spills from his fresh bullet wounds, as crimson liquid stains the hay that is randomly scattered across the ground.
Castello grunts as he raises his head, new bruises in the shades of blue, purple and black as well as a cut lip mar his features. In my opinion, he deserves far worse and I have the perfect method that will have him screaming like a little bitch that hides beneath his cool, calm and collected demeanour.
Neriman approaches us, and she begins to communicate with Aydem in their mother tongue. In the meantime, I take the pleasure to allow my eyes to continue observing the Italian scum in the vicinity. His usually pristine iron pressed attire is covered in filth and he is missing one of his extremely overpriced shoes.
He still looks like a smug son of a bitch who would be a joy to break.
AYDEMs POV... I watch as my sassy wife exits the barn with a bounce to her step, and her perky ass swaying side to side. Gods! She has no idea of the internal frustration and hunger I battle with on the inside for her on a daily. Releasing a sigh that is heavy with animosity, I turn around to look at the work of art she's left behind on Castello's chest. I can't help but scrunch my nose, rubbing a hand over my own chest, as I can presently feel his agony. His head lulls side to side, and I step forward, kicking his leg with the tip of my shoe. "Oh, no you piece of bok! [shit!]. You can not pass out before the party has begun." I sneer, drawing my arm back, I drive it forward and slap him across the face with my open hand. The beautiful sound of flesh, hitting flesh, sweeps throughout the brightly lit barn. Internally, I grimace at the realisation that it is weirdly more gratifying to listen to, rather than the
I lay motionless in our bed as I hear Aydem softly enter our room; he turns on the ensuite light, filling the room with a yellow glow before quietly closing the door behind him.The sound of cascading water sweeps through the room, I roll over and look at the time, it's six in the morning, and he's just stumbling through the door now.I throw back the duvet, swing my legs over the side of the bed and I open the door, leaning against the threshold as mists of condensation gather in the room."Good morning, dear," I utter, watching him through the glass screen as he lathers his body with soapHe comes to a halt for a split second, casting a glimpse over his shoulder before resuming his washing. "Günaydın, askim." [Goodmorning, my love.] He replies gruffly, placing the soap back onto the dish, he places his hands on the wall and bows his head as he lets the water wash away the sins he has committed.Sins on my behalf.
TWENTY-ONE YEARS LATER... "Where is Sandro?" I turn at the firm sound of my husband's voice, my nerves flutter in my stomach as I bite on my lower lip. "I believe he's in his room, dear," I state nervously. "Is he ready?" Aydem asks as he flicks out his hand and looks at his expensive gold watch. "He's still just a kid." "He's the heir to the throne of our family empire, and it's time for him to take his place." I look past his shoulder, shaking my head at our youngest daughter, Asli as she attempts to enter the living room. "I know. He was born for this and you have spent most of his life preparing him for it... But-" "But, you're his mother, and naturally you can't help but worry about his wellbeing." Aydem crosses the room, devouring the distance between us in no time and pulls me into his comforting arms. Twenty glorious years with this man hasn't diminished the power o
"Don't breathe a fucking word!" He hisses harshly in my ear. I swallow the panic that coaxes the back of my throat. Fear forbids my body from moving, imprisoning me in its stillness. I am aware of his presence, yet, I refuse to submit to him. My terror-filled shouts are muffled by enormous hands that grip me tightly as he drags me flush against his torso. His tortuous fingers dig into the flesh of my neck, his fingertips bruising my skin. As I struggle in his grasp, the sound of his sinister voice advises me to Shut The Fuck Up. I continue to thrash against him as my head collides with the wall I am forced upon. "Don't scream. Don't even breathe a fucking word, Tesoro." (Treasure) He repeats as his rough lips brush against the shell of my ear. His hot breath fans the exposed skin on the crook of my neck, sending a long line of chills down my spine. He is close, almost too close for comfort and there was a time when
By the time the sunsets and the moon takes her place, illuminating the sky in all her natural splendour. I am drunk. No, scratch that. I am shitfaced. Sitting at the bar nestling a glass of whiskey. My mind is clouded by waves of fog from the alcohol I've consumed, blocking out all the emotions that are screaming in my head. I lick my lips, taking another sip from my glass, finishing the last mouthful. I savour the feeling of the amber liquid as it glides down the back of my throat, setting fire to every inch of my body it caresses and I feel my body go lax with ease. Men in pricey tailor suits crowd the bar. Cigars are heavily being smoked as a powerful aromatic scent lingers in the air. I look down at my hands, turning them over as I inspect my wrists for any bruises. The safety of my home at the mansion is shattered. Toxic fear engulfs me as I press the screams that want to be heard back down.
"SHIIT!" I groan, resting the back of my hand on my head in the hopes that the hammering will soon subside as I continue to wake up. I squirm myself up against the headboard, prying one eyelid open, the sun's harsh rays glittering into the room. I pry the other eyelid open, looking down at the man stretched across the bed, his forearm covers his eyes and a cotton sheet conceals his manhood. I bite my lower lip as I let my eyes unashamedly consume him and I reach out, cautiously raising the sheet as I take a peek inside. My inner goddess cries her gratitude. I press my legs shut, suppressing the yearning that makes me want to ride him like a demented zombie hooker. I brush my finger across his cock. It jerks and slowly begins to rise as if to give me a standing ovation. I gasp when his hand grips my wrist tightly like wildfire bands. When I attempt to withdraw from his touch, he sits upright and glances at me with a
I consider retaliating, but as my gaze darts between the three of them, I realise I am outnumbered. I want to scream and yell, but all that comes out is a muffled whimper.My attention is drawn to the knife. That fucking knife, it, has the potential to kill me; it gleams, casting hues of light on the brick walls, and its jagged edge scares the living daylights out of me. The first tall, lean guy with a mean-looking tattoo on his neck approaches me, his eyes heavy on my breasts as my chest rises and falls in fear.I cock my head, gazing upward at the helpless sky, then down into the alley's darkness and beyond these goons. There is no sign of help, I am alone, and perhaps if I beg, they will feel sorry for me and release me."Please," I plead. "You don't have to do this; I'm broke," I tell them honestly.As I continue to plead, acting like a frightened kitten, they laugh at me, their repulsive laughter breaking the atmosphere's silence,"You're fuck
I step out of the shower, wrap the towel around my body, and notice the room is foggy. I turn on the fan and wait for the fog to dissipate, killing time before I am forced to pay the price of returning to this hellhole. I sigh, my gaze is drawn to the white little dress with a thin lacy thong that Ace has left on the basin sink for me. I pat myself dry, my legs aching from running, and pull the dress over my torso, wincing as it comes into contact with the cut on my arm. I turn my head to look down at the long, bloody scar on my porcelain skin and blow on it. I wince, fighting back the tears that are threatening to fall; just because I understand why I'm being forced to wear this dress, which wraps around my body like a second skin and leaves little to the imagination, does not mean I'm thrilled. I stare back at myself, after wiping the cloudy mirror with my shaking hand, the young carefree woman with so much ambition has vanished. Allowing tears to w