Chapter 77

Lillian

My eyelids were heavy, my whole body was aching all over. The floor felt strong and rough, where the hell was I?

The first thing I thought of was Zayden and our baby.

A piercing pain shot through my skull from where I was hit. I felt my body swerving from left to right like I was in a vehicle. I could hear voices but my head was still spinning to even make out what they were saying.

" He said not to hurt her. She's pregnant! Why the fuck did you hit her on the head." I heard a man's voice.

" Shut the fuck up, Falco. I didn't hit her belly, so there's no big deal." Another one roared.

The first man who appeared to be called Falco scoffed." What if she loses the baby? What are you going to tell him, huh? I'm not taking your side if that happens."

My stomach lurched and I remained as still as possible. I tried desperately to feel my tummy. I didn't feel any specific pain, and I thanked God Internally. That meant I was okay and the baby was okay. All I had to do I stay calm and not overthink.

" Who cares? Isn't that the whole point of this abduction? The madam wants her to lose the baby. She wants her dead!" I heard the clinking sound, probably from wine glasses.

My blood ran cold. The mention of death was like placing cold steel on my tongue. Chills ran up and down my spine like electricity, the gravity of the situation weighing me down, and I couldn't help but hold my breath.

"I don't want to get on his bad side, man. He only asked to bring her and not hurt her."

My mind raced over a million thoughts. I got kidnapped!

Sweet little me!

The madam? He?

Who the hell is he?

Why would anyone want to kidnap me in the first place? I forced myself to stay calm not for me but for the baby.

I don't know how long it had been but I remained in that position for so long my legs felt numb. And then the vehicle came to a halt.

A black sac was put over my head and they lifted me up.

" She has a nice body, don't you think so Falco?" The man with a grumpy voice snorted. He was the one carrying me because I felt his breath on my neck.

He stank.

My hands were trembling. If they weren't tied behind my back, then the man would have noticed.

"I have a wife, Blox. I'm only here for the money." He answered, his voice seeming distant and unconcerned.

I took a mental note of how his voice sounded. If he had a wife, then he must also have a family, and then he would understand; maybe I could get the chance to beg him for help.

Blox walked for quite a while, and I used the opportunity to heighten my senses. If I can't save myself, then I don't think anyone will, and to do that, I had to be conscious of my surroundings first.

I strained my ears, and in the distance, I could hear the rustling of leaves and chirping of birds. I could still feel the cold wind on my skin which only meant we were still outside.

The only thing I could smell was dust and old wood.

"Tell Krovak to get the room ready. I'll keep her in the basement till the boss comes." Blox ordered and I heard the sound of the door opening and then the sound of boots walking on dry wood.

" Don't do anything stupid!" Falco warned and then I heard his footsteps retreating.

The temperature changed, which only meant that we had entered a building, so I waited till I was placed on a chair.

He removed the sac over my head and I wasn't fast enough to close my eyes.

He wasn't wearing a mask, half his face was covered in beard. He had brown eyes and a very bulky build. There was a tattoo from his neck to all over the exposed skin on his arms.

I didn't blink and made sure to imprint his face at the back of my mind because surely I would get out of here and he would pay.

" You were awake all this while, huh?"

My chest heaved up and down; slowly, I turned my head to take in my surroundings. The room was empty except for some dusty old furniture and a table made of iron.

His wide palm connected with my cheek the next second and I let out a yell, the spot leaving a painful sting.

" Don't ignore me when I'm talking to you!" He spat, his eyes turning red.

My whole body shook. I swallowed all the courage that I had surprisingly mustard.

" Why...why am I here?" My voice broke. I was scared to the core of my bones. I've been kidnapped before by Tyrell. It left a lasting impact, I don't want to go through that trauma again.

He went over to a crate and brought out a bottle of beer. Opening it, he gulped half the content down, some of the liquid slipping onto his beard and over his pot belly.

Disgusting!

" Because you got on the bad side of some people and they want to make you pay." He finally croaked.

He brought out a cigarette and lit it.

" Can you not smoke please." I begged making sure my voice sound appealing." I'm pregnant and it's bad for my baby, please." I whimpered.

He paused, staring at me. His brow twitched and then he walked over to where I was tied.

" That's the whole point. You won't make it out of here so there's no use. We are going to rip the baby out of you and send it to your husband." He then burst out laughing, puffing a load of smoke through his nose.

My teeth clattered and the first tear rolled down my cheeks as I trembled violently.

He would find me.

Zayden would find me and he'll kill all this fuckers for sure. I wouldn't mind if he murdered them, his actions would be justified if they touched my baby.

I have to hold on to that hope even though we were no longer together, I knew that Zayden would do anything to find me. I just have to hang on.

He chortled." Oh, I know that look. Sorry sweetheart, but no one is going to find you here."

My lips quivered and it suddenly dawned on me that I was alone and helpless.

His eyes then roamed my body." You have a nice set of boobs. They are bigger because of the pregnancy."

I tensed, my whole body shuddered."no, please don't touch me. Please I beg of you."

He dropped the bottle of beer and crouched before me licking his lips." Don't worry, it won't hurt. I just want to feel it."

He placed his big palm on one of my breasts and squeezed and then suddenly he stopped." I should make a video and send it to your husband."

His eyes beamed. This man was far beyond insane. He brought out a bummer phone and a camera. Placing it on a table not too far from where I was tied, he walked over to me.

"Smile for the camera." He snorted and returned his hands back on my boobs.

I spat on his face the moment his hands touched my breasts, and he retaliated,by slapping me across the cheek.

I trashed, shaking violently on the chair. More tears ran down my cheeks as I cried.

The door suddenly burst open, and a man, probably in his mid-thirties, rushed in. He pushed Blox forcefully away, yelling at him.

I recognised the voice, it was Falco.

" What do you think you're doing? We were told to wait for further instructions." He phrased angrily.

Blox ran a hand through his hair, throwing his hands up in the air." Alright, fine. You can watch over her then."

Picking up the camera, he kicked the bottle on the floor forcefully and it crashed into the wall, several pieces flying in different directions.

He then climbed up the stairs and slammed the door with a thud.

The other man crouched to my level, his eyes searching for injuries. I studied him, his eyes weren't as hostile as Blox.

He began untying me, and for a moment, I thought he was about to let me go.

He removed the rope and my hands were free. His eyes met mine immediately. I remained seated staring at him, calculating my moves.

This was my chance, they hadn't tied my legs so I could make a run for it.

I counted in my head.

One.

Two.

Three.

I bolted, heading for the door trying to muster enough speed as much as my body weight would allow.

He reached for me but I slipped out of his hold without much effort.

I heard him curse.

I raced up the stairs. It suddenly felt like I had a Hundred more stairs to go, but I made it. Just as I was about to twist the doorknob, he grabbed my wrist and pinned it behind my back.

I opened my mouth to scream but he placed his thick palm over my mouth.

He dragged me forcefully back to the chair and I did nothing but trash and cry as he carried me back.

" You have to behave if you don't want to get hurt. Blox is not as patient as I am. Don't ever do that again!" He hushed, his voice low.

He changed the rope and tied my hands behind my back again, but this time, the rope wasn't as heavy as the last one.

He tied my feet to the chair and put a gag over my mouth.

"You're pregnant so be careful how you react. Be obedient and we won't hurt you." He spoke in a hushed tone.

I nodded my head, more tears flowing. I wanted to speak, maybe plead with him to let me go. He seemed like he had a soft side to him because I had noticed how his hands trembled as he untied me before.

He wasn't used to this kind of work.

I groaned, trying to get his attention. He sighed and then removed the gag from my mouth.

" Please, I don't know why I am here but please let me go. I'll give you all the money you want." I begged." I'm carrying a child, please, I'm begging you."

His eyes looked around like he was watching to see if anyone was around." I don't know why you are here either, I'm only following orders."

I licked my parched lips." Following orders from who? Who sent you?"

" That's none of your business. Now shut up and be quiet." He put the bag back in my mouth." You're carrying a baby, so be smart and use your head."

He checked the rope if it was properly tied and stood to his feet.

" I'll leave the light on. Try to be comfortable." He said and walked out of the room leaving me alone and tied to a chair.

Is he for real? How the hell am I supposed to be comfortable in this place.

I looked around. I can't stay here, I have to find a way to get out of this place. I can't just sit and wait for help.

I knew Blox wasn't bluffing when he said I would never make it out of here but I chose to hold on to the hope that someone was out there looking for me. If not Zayden then Jade or probably my employees.

My eyes searched the surroundings. I have to cut these ropes first.

My line of sight moved quickly and they landed on the various broken bottles on the wooden floor.

There was a particularly big piece lying a couple of feet away from where I was tied.

All I had to do was reach for it.