Petal’s POV As I felt his lips on mine, my eyes widened in shock. It was as though the world had tilted on its axis. This wasn’t supposed to happen, not like this, not with him. My mind screamed in disbelief, but my body froze. I couldn’t process what was happening. This was my first kiss—something I had dreamed about being tender, gentle, and with someone I loved. But this... this was nothing like that. Panic surged through me, snapping me out of my daze. I began to struggle against him, my hands pushing at his chest with all the strength I could muster. “How dare he?” I thought, my heart racing with a mix of fear and anger. But my attempts were futile. He was strong—far stronger than I had imagined—and he didn’t budge. He kept kissing my lips, his actions aggressive and unrelenting. My struggles only seemed to spur him on. With one hand, he captured both of mine, pinning them above my head. His grip was firm, almost bruising, and it left me feeling powerless. His other hand moved
Petal's POV “But I want to go home,” I said, my voice trembling with a mix of frustration and fear. I knew I wasn’t in a position to argue, but the words spilled out of me anyway. “No arguments,” he said coldly, his gaze piercing through me. “Go take a shower, or else I don’t mind repeating earlier punishment.” The last part of his sentence was delivered with a smirk, one so infuriating that I clenched my fists in frustration. How much I wanted to slap that smug expression right off his face. Jerk. My mind hissed the word like a mantra. But I didn’t dare challenge him further. I had learned my lesson—his threats were not empty, and I didn’t want to relive what had already happened. Reluctantly, I nodded and made my way toward the bathroom, my legs feeling heavy with dread. My mind tried to console me, whispering reassurances I wasn’t entirely convinced of. It’s okay. Just endure it this one time. After this, we will never come here again. I stepped into the shower and let the wate
Petal’s POV As I took the last step toward the door, ready to finally escape this house, a deep, thunderous voice echoed behind me. "Where do you think you’re going?" I froze. Every muscle in my body went rigid at the sound of his voice. My breath caught in my throat as I slowly turned to face him, my heart pounding violently against my ribs. If only he had come a little bit late... If only I had been faster. But there he stood—Sebastian D'Angelo, in all his dark, terrifying glory. Dressed in an immaculate, tailored suit that molded against his broad shoulders and muscular frame, he looked like he had stepped straight out of a billionaire’s fantasy. How could God create such a dangerously handsome man? His sharp jawline, the shadow of stubble, his piercing eyes that held nothing but control—he was breathtaking. But he wasn’t normal. No, he was far from it. I swallowed hard, forcing myself to speak. What am I even expecting? To go home? "I mean… to my home, Sebastian," I corrected
Petal's POV Trapped in His World The room was filled with the soft clinking of utensils against porcelain as I sat at the dining table, my appetite completely gone. The air felt thick, suffocating, as I tried to focus on anything other than the man sitting across from me. Sebastian. His presence alone sent shivers down my spine, a mix of fear and something else I refused to acknowledge. "Go ahead, darling," his voice was deceptively calm, laced with a dark amusement that made my stomach churn. "Do what you want to do." I clenched my fists beneath the table, feeling utterly powerless. His silver-blue eyes burned into mine, unyielding, daring me to challenge him. "I can also say that you were with a fucking jerk who had not-so-good intentions about you," he continued, his voice dropping into something dangerously smooth. "So, I scared that boy away to protect you. And about making you stay here and kissing you..." A smirk curled on his lips, his fingers tapping against the table in
petal's pov A Captive Flower The car rolled to a smooth stop in front of my house, and relief flooded my veins. My fingers reached for the seatbelt, eager to free myself, but before I could fully unbuckle it, I heard a sharp click. My heart stopped. I tried pulling the door handle, but it wouldn’t budge. A sinking feeling pooled in my stomach as I turned my head toward Sebastian, my captor for the evening. His lips curled into a smirk, his fingers tapping rhythmically against the steering wheel as if amused by my sudden panic. “Stay away from that jerk… Jake, or whatever his name is,” his voice was dangerously calm, but the underlying warning was clear. “And don’t trust any boys, Petal. Believe me when I say punishment, I mean it.” The car felt suffocating. His scent, dark and intoxicating, filled the space, wrapping around me like an invisible noose. My throat was dry, my body frozen. “I think you don’t want to be punished after what happened today, right, my little flower?”
petal's pov A Tension-Filled Invitation "I was coming to your house to talk about the party on Wednesday. On the way, I saw Petal with her friend Samy, so I picked her up," Sebastian said, smirking slightly. My mother didn’t notice his smirk, but I did. That smug, knowing expression on his face made me uneasy, but I didn’t say anything. Instead, I just nodded, watching him carefully, trying to find any trace of a lie. But his expression was calm—too calm. He was good at hiding things. I didn’t want to stand there any longer, so I excused myself and went to my room. As soon as I closed the door behind me, I let out a breath I hadn't realized I was holding. My heart was still pounding from this morning’s events. I didn’t want to think about it. I didn’t want to remember the way he had stolen my first kiss, the way his grip had felt too tight, too possessive. I shook my head and exhaled, forcing those memories to the back of my mind. I changed into something more comfortable—a loose
petal's pov A Reluctant Invitation “Mom, can I not go, please?” I asked, my voice laced with desperation as I followed her around the kitchen. My fingers gripped the edge of the dining table as if anchoring myself to safety. The thought of going there again made my stomach churn with anxiety. Mom barely glanced at me as she continued chopping vegetables. “No arguments about this topic, Petal. We are going, and that’s final,” she said firmly, leaving no room for discussion. I swallowed hard, feeling my last shred of hope vanish. She didn’t understand. She didn’t know what had happened last time—what he did to me. Or maybe she just didn’t care. To her, this was just another social gathering, an opportunity to maintain connections with powerful people. But for me, it was a nightmare waiting to repeat itself. Biting my lip, I fought the urge to scream in frustration. “But, Mom—” “Enough,” she interrupted, turning to face me. Her eyes held that familiar stern look, the one that mean
Petal’s POV I stepped outside from bathroom to my room, switched off the lights, and laid down on my bed. Even though I had slept in the afternoon, I wasn't feeling sleepy at all. My mind kept going back to the events of the past two days, playing them over and over again like a movie stuck on replay. I had initially thought that what happened during dinner was just Sebastian being helpful—maybe even polite in his own strange way—but after what happened yesterday and today, I was sure he was up to something. How could he just kiss me like that? My cheeks flushed at the mere thought of it. He had no right. I barely even understood him, yet he acted as if he had some claim over me. I tossed to my side, hugging my pillow tightly. I just needed to avoid him at any cost. That was the only way I could make sure he wouldn't try anything again. But then… the party. I sighed in frustration. Samy had said I hadn't done anything wrong, and she was right. If I hadn’t done anything, why should
The mall buzzed with soft music and a sea of customers drifting from aisle to aisle. Bright lights bounced off polished floors, and mannequins in the latest fashion stared out from tall glass windows. Petal walked beside Sebastian, quiet and composed, her eyes occasionally scanning the lively surroundings. She wasn’t used to such extravagant places, nor did she care for them. She was more of a simple bookstore-and-chai-stall type of girl.They reached the women’s section, filled with colorful tops, dresses, jeans, and accessories. Sebastian halted and gestured grandly, “Go and take whatever you want.”Petal blinked at him, a little surprised by the freedom and generosity in his tone. She nodded slightly and walked toward the racks of tops. Her movements were quick, purposeful—unlike the usual image of girls who spent hours choosing between styles and colors. She picked a soft pink top, simple and comfortable, and without wasting time, made her way to the changing rooms.Inside, she ge
Sinful Possession Scene“Few hours ago…”Sebastian’s voice was calm but held an unmistakable authority when he answered the phone. “Sis, this is Sebastian,” he said. His voice sent a ripple of panic through Petal’s mother as she recognized it was not her daughter speaking. Her first instinct was alarm. “Sebastian, where’s Petal? Why are you informing me?” she asked with growing concern.Sebastian, who had the phone in his hand, glanced toward the room where Petal was. She was with him, yes—but not out of her own free will. “Don’t worry, sis. Petal is safe with me,” he half-lied smoothly. “She was afraid you’d scold her for coming home late, so I called you from her phone to ease your worry.” His voice remained polite, even soft, but it was layered with deceit.The truth was far more complicated. Petal was indeed at his house, but not by choice. She had been picked up without warning, manipulated into a situation she couldn’t control. But Sebastian, always composed and prepared, handle
Author's POVPetal stepped out of the bathroom, her damp hair cascading over her shoulders, skin still flushed from the warmth of the shower. The oversized shirt she wore—his shirt—clung loosely to her slender form, the fabric falling just above her knees. She clutched the collar close to her throat, almost as if trying to preserve whatever little modesty she still felt in front of him.Sebastian stood by the window, his tall frame leaning casually against the wall, arms crossed, but tension roiled under the surface. He was gazing outside, seemingly deep in thought, but the soft creak of the bathroom door snapped him back to reality. His head turned slowly. And there she was.His eyes swept over her figure, dark desire flickering through his intense gaze. "There she is... looking all sexy in my shirt," he thought inwardly. But as his eyes drifted from her bare legs to the faint bruises on her cheeks, a wave of something bitter and ugly welled inside him—guilt. The bruises screamed at
author's povBefore she could stop herself, her lips moved."I don’t love you," she said flatly, almost as if she was speaking to herself. The words slipped out, raw and honest, slicing the tense air between them.For a brief moment, there was silence. Sebastian's dark eyes narrowed, not in rage, but in something far heavier — a brewing storm he was trying desperately to control.He let out a low breath through his nose, clenching his jaw.“Soon, baby, soon you will also love me. Don't ever say this again," he said, his voice carrying a sharp warning beneath its softness. There was irritation in his tone, but it was laced with restraint. He was trying—really trying—not to let his temper loose on her, not now.He turned his face slightly, as if trying to calm the boiling emotions within him."Just because you are going to marry me," he continued, voice firm, "doesn't mean you will stay like this forever—scared and traumatized."His words were rough but held a strange kind of concern, a
author's povHe took the glass of water from the nightstand and brought it to her trembling lips. His hand, though bandaged and slightly shaking, was steady enough to hold the glass for her. "Okay, now stop stuttering and drink," he said gently, his voice low but firm.She nodded quickly, instinctively trying to reach for the glass, but he didn’t let go. Her hands were still shivering, so he tilted the glass himself. She drank obediently, gulping down the water like a lifeline. Her throat was parched, dry from crying and screaming, and the cold water soothed the burn in her chest. Once finished, he placed the glass back on the nightstand and shifted slightly away, leaving a respectful distance between them."Don’t be scared of me," he said, settling onto the edge of the bed. "I won’t do anything to you."She gave a slight nod. But then, as if remembering something crucial, she quickly added in a soft, broken voice, "Okay."He looked at her with faint amusement. The way she scrambled t
Author's POVAs soon as Petal saw Sebastian’s bleeding hand, she didn’t waste a second. Her instincts kicked in and she sprinted toward the bathroom, her bare feet padding softly against the cold floor. The moment she spotted the first aid kit tucked in the cabinet, she snatched it and returned with hurried steps, her breath catching as she knelt beside him. Despite everything—every scar he’d left on her heart—she began treating his wound with trembling hands, the smell of antiseptic stinging her nose.The silence between them was heavy, dense with unspoken pain. She didn’t dare look at him as she worked, but her voice broke through, soft and barely audible. “I don’t know why... I feel safe with you,” she said, more to herself than to him. “Even after all the dreams... even when I’m scared... this part of me knows I can trust you.”Sebastian’s jaw tightened. Guilt clung to him like a shadow. He didn’t deserve her trust. Not after what he’d done. He looked at her, a flicker of pain in
Author's pov"I'm so sorry," he whispered brokenly, brushing her damp hair from her face. His thumb gently grazed her cheek as he stared at her pale features, twisted in pain even in unconsciousness. "Please... come back to me, Petal. Please."Her breathing hitched.The grip of the nightmare began to loosen its hold, like morning light slowly banishing a dark fog. Her eyelashes fluttered. Her lids, heavy and red from silent weeping in her sleep, lifted just enough to reveal a pair of hazy eyes. Disoriented. Lost. Her gaze didn't recognize the room, or even him.But instinct overrode confusion.Like a flower leaning toward the sun, she lunged forward. Her arms, trembling, wrapped around Sebastian tightly. She buried her face in his chest, her sobs muffled by his shirt, her entire body wracked with silent tremors. Though her mind was clouded, her soul seemed to remember him. Her body sought the safety, the warmth, the familiarity of his embrace.And Sebastian?He froze.Then he wrapped
Sebastian's povToday... I crossed every limit. I became what I hate. And I don’t even know how to undo it.The silence in the study was deafening. Shadows loomed in every corner, and the only sound that existed was the irregular rise and fall of his breathing, jagged and raw. Sebastian sat against the cold wall, his head tilted back as the pain pulsed through his bleeding knuckles. But it was nothing compared to the agony gnawing at his chest. The skin could heal. But the soul? The soul he had shattered—that was a different story.His hand throbbed where he had punched the wall in a rage, again and again, until his knuckles split open. Blood smeared the white paint, dripping down like the weight of his guilt. His shirt clung to his chest, soaked in sweat, but he didn’t care. Nothing mattered anymore. Nothing except the girl he had pushed too far.Petal.He couldn’t even speak her name without feeling his throat tighten. His little flower. The only purity he had ever touched, and he h
Author’s POV The click of the lock echoed sharply in the silence of the study. He stood there, motionless for a second, then suddenly clenched his fists, stormed toward the wall, and smashed his knuckles into the hard surface. “FUCK YOU!” he shouted, the sound raw and broken, “You bastard! What have you done now?!” His fist slammed again, cracking the skin, blood trickling slowly from the fresh wounds. The sting of pain didn’t compare to the agony inside him. A tear slipped from his eye—not from the physical torment, but because he knew he had inflicted far worse pain on her. His little flower. His innocent, delicate Petal. He collapsed against the wall, sliding down until he hit the floor, his back pressed against the cold surface. He let out a bitter laugh that quickly morphed into a choked sob. His heart and mind screamed at him, battling violently within him, a storm that refused to calm. You almost raped her. You forced yourself onto her. You’re the monster she should’ve